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Hourly Fly Casting instruction in Ellicott City, Maryland
Enjoy hourly fly fishing in Maryland’s Patapsco river and learn the basics of fly fishing. Even if you have no prior fly fishing experience nor equipment! Especially if you sign up in the summer months waders are not required either. So come on down to historic Ellicott city and fly fish the Patapsco river for Smallmouth bass, Sunfish as well as Trout during certain times of the year. We have an assortment of fly rods for you to try out on the water before you decide to buy one.
OVERVIEW
- Season & Availability: May through September (waders aren’t required during these months & all the use of fly fishing tackle is included)
- Activity Level: Easy-Moderate.
- Activities Included: Guided fly fishing and fly casting instruction.
- Time: 1-3 Hrs for up t0 4 Anglers at a time.
- Group Pricing *Available: Please be sure to select service and dropdown to access group pricing before proceeding
- Scheduling Link: Then proceed to access availability and the calendar.
- *Please Note: All participants over the age of 16 are required to have a Maryland Freshwater Fishing Licenses with a trout stamp.
Hourly fly casting is done on the Patapsco River, close to our Main St. office in historic Ellicott city. Learn about the following.
- 4 basic terms in fly casting.
- Practice 4 basic principles of a fly cast.
- Learn the roll cast.
- River reading.
- Safety First.
HOURLY FLY FISHING
GROUP PRICING AVAILABLE
$ 50
Per Angler
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Use of Fly Fishing Rods & Reels Included
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FFI Certified Casting Instructor
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First select services with number of anglers, then select your dates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best season?
During spring and fall during Trout stocking in Maryland, check schedule here. Summers are also a great time to fly fish the Patapsco river as the sun fish and small mouth bass fishing is great.
What's the average catch per hour?
Once anglers get the basics of a fly cast it usually doesn’t take too long to get into a fish. One can certainly expect a few bites and fish in a 3hrs on the water.
What personal gear do I need?
CLOTHES
- Quick dry shirt, Quick dry trousers, Jacket (seasonal)
- Water Bottle (1 liter for every 2-3 hrs on the water)
- Rain Jacket
- Sun wear / Block, Hat
- Personal Optics / Polaroid Glasses Sun-glass with retainer
- Waders & wading boots (required in early spring, fall and winters)
- Wading socks w/ gaiters (optional) (seasonal)
- *Wading stick is an important consideration!
ESSENTIALS
- Fishing License
- Towel & Spare Set of Clothes in your car.
- Insect Repellant
GADGETS
Camera / Go Pro
How much do I need to walk?
Usually at least half a mile each way that is often on uneven paths to access less pressured waters.
What is your cancelation policy?
*No Refunds. FREE Rescheduling 3 days before departure. ***Transformative Travel LLC. can not be held liable for any changes in the itinerary made due to bad weather, roadblocks and any circumstances beyond our control.
What's Included?
- 1 virtual, pre-trip interviews & presentations with Misty Dhillon to be better prepared for your trip that include everything from Pre Trip Tackle rituals, techniques to practice before hand and important considerations to make your adventure more potent and successful.
- Guided Fishing & Instruction.
- Use of fly fishing tackle such as rods, reels, lines, leaders, tippet and even flies!
- Applicable taxes and credit card fees.
- Post Trip Reflection (1hr.)
- Detailed packing checklist.
What's Not Included
- Accommodation, meals and transport are not included in the itinerary.
- *Cancelations: As deposits and payments for this trip are non-refundable. Hence, it is highly recommended that travelers purchase travel insurance. Transformative Travel LLC. can not be held liable for any changes in the itinerary made due to bad weather, flight delays, roadblocks and any circumstances beyond our control.
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Hourly
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Full Day
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Half Day
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Guided Fly Fishing
Enjoy half day's fly fishing on the Patapsco river with Misty Dhillon.
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Full Day
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Full Day Fly Fishing
Guided fly fishing on the Patapsco River for 7 hrs. Lunch included.
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