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Orvis Free Fishing Day

We aplogize, but this class is now full. Look for more than one in 2011, however!

Robert Traver once advised that if your wife wishes to go fishing, you should replace the bug dope with sugar water so that the mosquitoes will bring a natural and polite end to her fly-fishing dreams.  Years later, Traver wisely corrected himself. 

It's time to teach the family, or introduce yourself, to the sport of fly-fishing at the Orvis-sponsored free fly-fishing event.  July 31 is the day.  9 am the time.  With volunteers from both the Headwaters and Mason-Griffith chapters of Trout Unlimited, this class will cover basic casting, knots, theory and technique.  Included in it is a free $15 gift certificate from Orvis, as well as a free $35 membership to Trout Unlimited.  It's better than free!  Everyone is welcome, and all necessary equipment is provided (please bring rods and reels if you already have them!)

This is the perfect opportunity to introduce kids, spouses or parents to the sport.  Similar classes cost $100 or more.  Call it a gift!  No one will know the difference.   

Participants should bring appropriate clothing, including rain gear, as well as bug dope, and something to drink or snack-on.  Sunglasses are also recommended. 

Au Sable guide, and Federation of Fly Fishers Certified Casting Instructor Mark Hendricks will be the head instructor at the event.   He is great at introducing people to fly-fishing.