Farmington, Pennsylvania Fly-Fishing School / 1-Day School
Our Pennsylvania fly fishing school will prepare you for any water, anywhere.
Farmington, Pennsylvania Fly-Fishing School
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Farmington, Pennsylvania Fly-Fishing School / 1-Day School
Our Pennsylvania fly fishing school will prepare you for any water, anywhere.
100% customer satisfaction has been our commitment since 1856. It's who we are. If you aren't happy with a product or service, we want to know about it. And we'll make it right.
THAT'S THE ORVIS WAY.
$6 Standard Shipping—No Minimum
866-531-6213
schools@orvis.com
100% customer satisfaction has been our commitment since 1856. It's who we are. If you aren't happy with a product or service, we want to know about it. And we'll make it right.
THAT'S THE ORVIS WAY.
$6 Standard Shipping—No Minimum
Both 1 & 2 Day Schools offer small class sizes – a 4:1 student-to-instructor ratio.
1-Day Fly-Fishing School Overview
- Introduction to gear: line, rod and reel
- Presentation of the Orvis Progressive Method to Fly Casting
- Demonstrations on shooting line, false casting, and roll casting
- Practice time and hands-on casting instruction by some of the best instructors in the industry
- Seminars on fly selection, handling fish and landing fish
- Knot tying discussion and practice
- Catered lunch and time to chat with classmates
- Special offers on Orvis gear
2-Day Fly-Fishing School Overview
- 2-Day programs include recording and video analysis of each student's cast
- Introduction to gear: line, rod and reel, additional equipment and accessories
- Demonstrations on shooting line, false casting, and roll casting
- Study and practice the double haul
- Practice time and hands-on casting instruction by some of the best instructors in the industry
- Dive deeper into seminars on fly selection, how to fish different types of flies, handling fish, landing fish and additional discussion of entomology
- Knot tying discussion and practice
- Introduction to wading safety, planning trips with guides and Orvis-Endorsed network
- Practice session on the water with instructors (offered at most locations)
- Catered lunch and time to chat with classmates
- Special offers on Orvis gear
If you want to learn more, please reach out to the Schools Team and request the specific itinerary for your chosen Orvis School location.
| 1-Day School | ||
|---|---|---|
| September 2024 | 20 | Friday |
| May 2025 | 30 | Friday |
| June 2025 | 27 | Friday |
| July 2025 | 25 | Friday |
| August 2025 | 8 | Friday |
| September 2025 | 19 | Friday |
| 2-Day School | ||
|---|---|---|
| August 2024 | 3-4 | Saturday/Sunday |
| September 2024 | 9-10 | Monday/Tuesday |
| 28-29 | Saturday/Sunday | |
| April 2025 | 14-15 | Monday/Tuesday |
| 26-27 | Saturday/Sunday | |
| May 2025 | 5-6 | Monday/Tuesday |
| 17-18 | Saturday/Sunday | |
| June 2025 | 2-3 | Monday/Tuesday |
| 21-22 | Saturday/Sunday | |
| July 2025 | 7-8 | Monday/Tuesday |
| 19-20 | Saturday/Sunday | |
| August 2025 | 2-3 | Saturday/Sunday |
| September 2025 | 8-9 | Monday/Tuesday |
| 27-28 | Saturday/Sunday | |
Nemacolin Resort
1001 Lafayette Drive
Farmington, PA 15437
866-344-6957
Please mention you will be attending the Orvis Fly Fishing School.
Do I have to stay at Nemacolin resort?
No. Students may stay at the lodging of their choice.
When does the school start and end? What will we be doing during the day? How long will we be fishing?
Please view the itinerary tab for details.
What is included in the price of the school?
Use of Orvis fly rods/reels, leaders, flies, and where necessary waders, and vests.
Do I need a fishing license?
Students are required to purchase a valid PA fishing license with trout stamp. Licenses can be bought here: https://www.fishandboat.com/Fish/FishingLicense/Pages/BuyAFishingLicense.aspx
Is lodging included?
No. Lodging arrangements are made separately by the students.
Are meals included?
Lunch is the only meal included in the school tuition price.
Where can I stay?
At the hosts’ lodging, or nearby lodging of your choice.
How many people will be in the class?
That depends on the school. The range is 12 to 36 students, always with a ratio of one instructor for every four students.
Do we stop the school because of weather?
No.
How much time is spent in the classroom vs. casting and fishing?
Please view the itinerary tab for details.
Can you bring your own equipment?
Yes.
Is this class for intermediate anglers?
Yes. In casting, we adjust our instruction to the individual student’s level.
What is the cancellation policy?
If the reservation is cancelled 60+ days from your school date, Orvis will offer a full refund back the original method of payment, or the reservation can be transferred to another available school. If the reservation is cancelled 30-60 days from the date of the school, the customer will have a choice between a refund of 50% or transferring the reservation to another available school. On cancellations 29 days or less there is no refund and no transfer. There will be no refund extended to students who do not attend their scheduled school and do not notify the school within the time frames listed in this policy. Any reservation that has been transferred to a different date cannot be later cancelled without 100% payment penalty.
What other recreation is available near the school?
Please view the activities tab for more details.
Will I be able to attend the same class as my son/wife/etc, even though I am an intermediate and they are a beginner?
Yes. In casting, we adjust our instruction to the individual student’s level.
Are there opportunities for guided fishing afterwards?
Yes. Please view the itinerary tab for details, or reach out directly to your school instructor.
Local Activities include:
- Golf (two 18 hole courses including their renowned Mystic Rock course designed by Pete Dye)
- Scenic trail rides and pony rides at the Equestrian Center
- Off-Road Driving Academy featuring the Jeep Rubicons
- Tennis and squash
- Woodlands Spa
- Wildlife Academy
- Children's Programs
- More than 15 dining options!
- Adventure Center featuring a climbing wall, ropes course, zip lines, bike rentals, mini golf, paintball, and more!
Other Activities in the Area
- Guided tours at Frank Lloyd Wright's Falling Water and/or Kentuck Knob
- White-water rafting and kayaking on the Youghiogheny River
- Guided tours of Fort Necessity National Battlefield
- Guided tours of Laurel Caverns