Spey Casting 201 - Intermediate Spey Casting Class
So many times we have heard people say…
"I'd like to try that sometime."
Assuming you are familiar with the principles of the spey casting stroke and
feel you have a handle on the essential moves covered in Spey 101, then
you’re ready for SPEY 2O1. In this course you’ll learn the essential
on-the-river spey casts and line management tactics to successfully spey
cast to Pacific salmon and steelhead.
With these casting skills, you’re ready to head to the Klickitat, the
Wenatchee, the Methow or other northwest rivers in pursuit of powerful
Pacific steelhead and salmon.
When you’re comfortable with these basic spey casts, then you’re ready for
our ADVANCED SPEY CASTING course where you’ll learn how to transform your
powerful D-loop into an energy-charged V-loop. You’ll learn the advanced
versions of the Double Spey and Snake Roll as well as the Perry Poke, the
Wombat and the Jelly Roll. Next, try your hand at the one-handed Single Spey
casting with a “switch rod.” Finally we’ll pass on tips for advanced spey
casting and river tactics to help you become an expert spey caster and
steelhead angler.
Topics include
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Learn how traditional spey lines have evolved into three distinct
branches, each with their unique casting style.
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See how the northwest is on the leading edge of development of the
latest spey lines and why they’re perfect for casting to Pacific
steelhead.
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Building the principles and skills covered in Spey 101, you’ll learn
four basic river casts which will enable you to fish any moving water.
Snap –T, Delta Spey, Double Spey, and Snake Roll
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See how learning to cast these basic casts both right- and left-hand up
can give you an advantage on the river
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Learn essential line management tactics
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Practice strategies for swinging a fly
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Recognize and correct common mistakes in spey casting
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Observe several advanced spey casts and to achieve even greater
distances with less effort
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Now ready to consider the equipment that’s right for the conditions and
your personal casting style, the equipment that will lead to an
enjoyable and successful day on the river. You’ll have the opportunity
to “test drive” different spey rods, lines and reels. We’ll match you
with the rods and lines which are right for the seasons and conditions
you’ll be fishing and which are right for your personal casting style
and preferences. And we can do that!
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Dates and
Details
 
CLASSES, OUTINGS, & EVENTS...
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Calendar
Check the Calendar... Plan your season!
Or...
Pick Your Own Date
*Groups of 6
or more may request their own date.
Reservations and Cost
1 Day Course
$69 per person.
Questions?
Courses Include
- Any needed equipment and plenty of demo rods available. (rods/reels, waders, boots)
- BYOL - and it doesn't hurt to bring lunch for the instructor too! :)
- Courses meet at Red's Fly Shop at 10 am.
- Quality instruction with a few laughs!
Reservations
- Please call Red's Fly Shop at
509.933.2300
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