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Fly-Fishing Schools

Callaway Gardens® is the optimal setting for beginners to learn the art of fly fishing or for fly fishers to enhance their skills and knowledge of the sport. With an abundance of beautiful water, excellent meeting facilities, and Federation of Fly Fishers Certified Casting Instructors and a Master Casting Instructor, we have an ideal learning environment for fly fishing right here in Georgia.

Our two-day schools are on select weekends once a month throughout the year on Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and provide a wealth of practical information, hands-on learning, and extraordinary fun. Kingfisher Outfitters will provide all the necessary equipment, off-site transportation and lunch on both days. The courses are taught by qualified, professional teachers with years of experience in fly fishing and instruction. Our instructors are courteous, friendly and fun, and share a genuine love of the sport and the outdoors. Many are FFF Certified and Master Certified Casting Instructors.

Day One: Classroom Instruction at Kingfisher Outfitters, Casting Instruction and On-the-Water Fishing.
Focus: Stillwater/Lake & Pond Fishing.
Day Two: Off-site Instruction, Wade-fishing and On-the-Water Instruction.
Focus: River and Stream Fishing.

Whether you are a veteran of the sport, or have never held a fly rod in your hand, these schools have something to offer. Perhaps best of all, these schools are economical at $295. They are limited to twelve participants and regularly fill up to capacity. So, sign up early and come join us for two fantastic days of education and fishing!

2012 Fly-Fishing School Calendar

February 25-26: Anglers rejoice as Winter winds give way to warmer days and the fishing season nears. Prepare to learn the essentials of fly-fishing from the region’s finest instructors.

March 24-25: Enjoy the fragrant bouquets of azaleas while learning the basics of the casting arc, or improve your existing fly-fishing knowledge from our Federation of Fly-Fishers certified staff.

April 14-15: April showers bring more than flowers. The ponds at Callaway are teeming with activity, especially from the native sunfish that assault any insect they encounter. Feel free to ask our friendly instructors about matching fly imitations to the actual insect prey.

May 19-20: Spring is perhaps the most beautiful time of year. Callaway’s platter-sized bream are feeding voraciously. Now is the time for the beginner or expert fly-fisher to experience nature’s food chain in action.

June 23-24: June is prime time for fly fishing in most parts of the country. Aquatic insect hatches abound in droves. Kingfisher Outfitters at Callaway is a great place to refine your fly-fishing methods or build confidence in casting for the impending summer fishing excursion westward or elsewhere. Our professional instructors provide invaluable knowledge to anyone who seeks an adventure.

July 28-29: It’s Summer vacation time! Bring the whole family for a weekend to learn an amazing sport to enjoy for a lifetime. Children 12 and older are welcome to enroll in the class (with adult supervision). Or, bring a Boy Scout along so that he can fulfill the requirements for the fly-fishing badge.

August 25-26: Because of the popularity of our Summer schools, this August class has been added. This new class is a great alternative for those who miss the opportunity in June and July.

September 22-23: The warm days and cool nights of Autumn are in full swing. Mountain Creek Lake is home to giant red-ear sunfish (shellcrackers). Common catches include 2-3 lb. shellcrackers on the fly rod. What better time to learn to fly fish

October 20-21: Fall is spectacular at Callaway Gardens. The area is ablaze with the roaring reds and golden shades of Autumn. Bass and bream are enjoying the cooler temperatures and willing to accept a well placed fly.

November 17-18: The very last opportunity of the year to participate in our two-day school and a beautiful time to visit Callaway Gardens.

Space in these schools is limited, so call soon to reserve your spot. The schools include the use of premium equipment, a selection of flies, and lunch on both days. We suggest you bring a cap and polarized sunglasses for safety and comfort, and we will provide everything else you will need, including the serene beauty of Callaway for you to enjoy.

Full-day, private instruction is available by reservation. This option offers a condensed versions of most of the classroom, fly casting and fly-fishing instruction available in the 2-day class.

For rates, please visit our rates page or call 706-663-5142.