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- Why a lesson?
- Why a lesson with me?
Fishing Levels
- Beginner
- Experienced
- A sample of what is taught
The Fundamentals
- Casting
- Reading the Water
- Tackle selection
- Costs
- Equipment
- Locations
- FAQs
- A word on Safety!
I tailor my lessons to the individual.
Below is a sample of what might be taught.
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| Casting methods | Roll casting Overhead casting False casting Single hauling for distance. Double hauling for optimum distance. |
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| Reading the water | Where are the fish? Are the fish feeding? What are the fish feeding on? What type of fly is likely to be hatching? Is or has the weather been hot or cold? Are the fish likely to be close to the surface or feeding deep? What is and what has been the direction of the prevailing wind? Can any identifiable food sources be detected in any residual surface scum? Are any birds sweeping low over the water and picking up hatching flies? Are any fish jumping out of the water? Are any fish rolling to feed at the surface? Are there any “bow waves” due to fast swimming fish? Is there any turbulence at the water’s surface due to fish movement? |
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| Equipment | Rod design and its variations. Line design and its variations Reel design Braided tapered leaders and their uses. Leaders and tippets. Their lengths materials and variations Fly selection. Too much choice Match the hatch. Landing nets. Catch and release considerations. |
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And much much more!
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