When:
August 19, 2023 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
2023-08-19T08:30:00-06:00
2023-08-19T16:30:00-06:00
Where:
Las Cruces (NMDGF Office and Alumni Pond)
Las Cruces
NM
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Jeff Arterburn
575-649-9729

This clinic is open to women of all ages living in the southern regions of New Mexico interested in learning the basics of fly fishing. Participants will learn the basic knowledge and skills needed to get them started on the water. Part I of the class students will learn about the equipment used for fly fishing, how to set up a fly rod and reel with leader, tippet and fly. The class will cover the different types of flies used for trout fishing, what they represent, knots to attach them, and some strategies and tactics to know when and how to fish them effectively. Part II will cover the basics of fly casting on the water, covering the two most important casts, overhead and roll.

This class will be offered by volunteers from the Gila and Rio Grande Chapters of Trout Unlimited..

Registration Details:

Registration opened July 14 and is full. Slots will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis.