Mays Pond, Florida 2-Day Fly-Fishing School
Orvis Fly-Fishing School 1 hour from Tallahassee, FL Regional Airport
Mays Pond, Florida Fly-Fishing School
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Mays Pond, Florida 2-Day Fly-Fishing School
Orvis Fly-Fishing School 1 hour from Tallahassee, FL Regional Airport
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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.
Free Standard Shipping on orders of $75 or more!
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 | ||
|---|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 | Saturday |
| 8 | Saturday | |
| April 2025 | 5 | Saturday |
| 18 | Friday | |
| 19 | Saturday | |
| 2-Day School | ||
|---|---|---|
| March 2025 | 17-18 | Monday/Tuesday |
| 29-20 | Saturday/Sunday | |
| April 2025 | 26-27 | Saturday/Sunday |
| May 2025 | 3-4 | Saturday/Sunday |
This school does not include lodging, but we do recommend the following local options:
The Daffodale Estate
620 W. Washington Street
Monticello, Fl. 32344
(850) 997-1111
www.daffodaleestate.com
The Cottage Bead & Breakfast
295 W. Palmer Mill Road
Monticello, Fl. 32344
(850) 342-3541
Avera-Clarke House
580 W. Washington Street
Monticello, Fl. 32344
(850) 997-5007
www.averaclarke.com
Do I need to buy a fishing license?
No.
When does the school start and end?
Please reach out to our Orvis team for the specific schedule of each day at this school, but most schools run from about 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, with a lunch break.
What is included in the price of the school?
Use of Orvis fly rods/reels, leaders, flies, and where necessary waders and vests. Lunch is also included at most locations.
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.
How many people will be in the class?
The capacity for the Orvis Mays Pond School is 8 students. The student to instructor ratio is 4:1.
Do we stop the school because of weather?
No, unless there are dangerous conditions.
Can you bring your own equipment?
Yes.
What skill level is this school best suited for?
In casting, we adjust our instruction to the individual student’s level.
What is the cancellation policy?
Yes, please see our T&Cs tab.
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 reach out to the Orvis team for suggestions or inquire directly to your fly fishing school instructor.
Cancellation Policy & Fees:
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 timeframes listed in this policy. Any reservation that has been transferred to a different date cannot be later cancelled without 100% payment penalty.
For questions please contact Orvis School and Reservations (toll free) 866-531-6213