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Traverse City, Michigan Fly Fishing School / 1-Day School
Enjoy a relaxing weekend retreat at our Michigan fly fishing school.
Type:
1-Day School
$279
Item #10PC2071
Per Person
Free Standard Shipping on orders $50+ Details
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.
866-531-6213
schools@orvis.comYou'll cover it all at the Traverse City, Michigan Fly Fishing School:
- Fly casting techniques
- Essential knots
- How to choose your gear and tackle
- Stream entomolgy (the science of insects)
- Proper fly selection
- How to read water and currents
- How to play, land, and safely release fish
Orvis is pleased to offer our travel customers access to two valuable services: Global Rescue travel membership and IMG Signature Travel Insurance℠.
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$279
Item #10PC2059
Per Person
Free Standard Shipping on orders $50+ Details
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.
You'll cover it all at the Traverse City, Michigan Fly Fishing School:
- Fly casting techniques
- Essential knots
- How to choose your gear and tackle
- Stream entomolgy (the science of insects)
- Proper fly selection
- How to read water and currents
- How to play, land, and safely release fish
Orvis is pleased to offer our travel customers access to two valuable services: Global Rescue travel membership and IMG Signature Travel Insurance℠.
Learn MoreBoth 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 | ||
|---|---|---|
| June 2023 | 24 | Saturday |
| July 2023 | 15 | Saturday |
| 2-Day School | ||
|---|---|---|
| May 2023 | 5-6 | Friday/Saturday |
| 20-21 | Saturday/Sunday | |
| June 2023 | 17-18 | Saturday/Sunday |
| July 2023 | 22-23 | Saturday/Sunday |
| August 2023 | 11-12 | Friday/Saturday |
| May 2024 | 3-4 | Friday/Saturday |
| 18-19 | Saturday/Sunday | |
| June 2024 | 29/30 | Saturday/Sunday |
| July 2024 | 20/21 | Saturday/Sunday |
| August 2024 | 10/11 | Saturday/Sunday |
We recommend the following hotels:
The Grand Traverse Resort and Spa
100 Grand Traverse Village Blvd.
Acme, MI 49610
www.grandtraverseresort.com
Holiday Inn West Bay
Front Street, Traverse City MI
Phone 231-473-7000
Park Place Hotel
East State Street
Traverse City, MI
Phone 231-946-5000
Parkshore Resort
US 31 North, Traverse City MI
Phone 231-947-3800
Grand Traverse Resort & Spa
231-933-9300
Dave Pelz Golf Scoring School
White, sandy beach
Hiking and biking
Other Activities in the Area
Signature golf courses
Sailing, boating, and swimming on Lake Michigan
Fine dining, shopping, and symphony in Traverse City
Ruffed grouse and woodcock hunting
Sept. 15 - Nov. 15 & Dec. 1 - Dec. 31
National Cherry Festival
Around July 5-12
Traverse City Film Festival
July 29 - Aug. 5
Question: When is the best time to go?
Answer - There is no “best time” per se. The school season is during the nicest part of the year weather-wise. Chances for warm weather increase as the season goes on.
Question: When does the school start and end? What will we be doing during the day? How long will we be fishing?
Answer - Refer to the school itinerary for the schedule.
Question: What is included in the price of the school?
Answer - Use of Orvis fly rods/reels, leaders, flies, and where necessary waders, vests, and fishing licenses.
Question: Is lodging included?
Answer - No. Lodging arrangements are made separately by the students.
Question: Are meals included?
Answer - Lunch is the only meal included in the school tuition price.
Question: Where can I stay?
Answer - Refer to the Accommodations Tab for recommended lodges and hotels
Question: How many people will be in the class?
Answer - That depends on the school. The range is 12 to 36 students, always with a ratio of one instructor for every four students.
Question: Do we stop the school because of weather?
Answer - No.
Question: How much time is spent in the classroom vs. casting and fishing?
Answer - See school itinerary.
Question: Can you bring your own equipment?
Answer - Yes.
Question: Is this class for intermediate anglers?
Answer - Yes. In casting, we adjust our instruction to the individual student’s level.
Question: What other recreation is available near the school?
Answer - See information on specific school page.
Question: 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?
Answer - Yes. In casting, we adjust our instruction to the individual student’s level.
Question: Are there opportunities for guided fishing afterwards?
Answer - Yes. See information on specific school page, school itinerary or inquire directly to your fly fishing school instructor.
Question: What is the Cancellation Policy & Fees?
Answer - If the reservation is cancelled 60+ days from your school date, Orvis will offer a full refund back theOriginal 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