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 Whether you are trying to cast
sixty feet or sixteen, the cast has two components. A cast in the opposite direction of your objective, and
then another towards the objective. The casts are similar and should be treated with equal importance. Learning
to cast the first sixteen will come easy. The next sixty will take practice.
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| Tight loops on a cool December day. Puget Sound, Washington |
Casting clinics are offered throughout the day so get a hold of our office for more information. Adding your first foot, or 30 more feet to your cast, Arch Anglers is here to help. Longer, more controlled casts help take advantage of all that Puget Sound has to offer. |
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| Working the of Middle Fork Snoqualmie in August, Washington |
When preparing for a fishing trip. Let one of us take you through all the casts necessary to be the most effective.
These classes are built to exceed your expectations, and we can cater to any group size and location around western Washington State.
INTRO TO FLY CASTING
WHERE: at a local park, lake or river
WADERS & BOOTS: not neccessary
RODS: 4-6 weight rods provided.
PREREQUISITES: None
INSTRUCTOR TO STUDENT RATIO: 1:5
PRICE: 2 hr $40 per person (2 minimum)
4hr $110 per person (no minimum)
**Note: tax on rod & reel rentals only.
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED WORKSHOPS
Take you casting to the next level by working on techniques that will help you take advantage of you favorite fishery.
If you need help casting in the wind, better presentation and accuracy, this is the class. Let our casting instructors teach you the most efficient cast for each application.
WHERE: at local park, lake or river
WADERS & BOOTS: not neccessary
RODS: 4-6 weight rods provided
PREREQUISITES: Intro course or equivalent
INSTRUCTOR TO STUDENT RATIO: 1 to 4
PRICE: 4 hr $120 per person (no minimum)
**Note: tax on rod & reel rentals only.
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The rivers of Western Washington like the Skykomish, Skagit and Sauk are steeped in history and have been fished by the pioneers, young and old, of the sport of fly fishing. Covering these large Western rivers requires a technique that allows for maximum distance and line control of the swinging fly.
Technically, Spey casting is achieved by the use of both hands while casting. Power is a combination of the pulling action with the bottom hand, and pushing with the top hand. Many styles of Spey casting have developed over the years, to tame the most difficult of rivers.
The River Spey is located in northeastern Scotland and is known for its width and fast flowing runs, ideal for Altantic Salmon. The area also boasts fine sctoch production along wtih the origin of the spey cast. Virtually a roll cast, the spey cast involves a change of direction.
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| Launching a CF Burkheimer spey rod. Monroe, Washington |
Casting clinics are offered throughout the day so get a hold of our office for more information. Adding your first foot, or 30 more feet to your cast, Arch Anglers is here to help. Longer, more controlled casts help take advantage of all that Puget Sound has to offer. |
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| Winter Steelheading on the Skykomish River, Washington |
Our instructors can help you learn the basics, but also provide you with the skills needed to add distance to your existing casts. While working on the spey cast, it is a good idea to study steelhead behaviour in the river. These fish hold in walking pace water with rocks or currents that provide a resting location for these returning fish.
Casting classes emphasize your ability to try it on your own. We will take you into local water, teaching you the basics on spey casting and then work on good steelhead techniques throught the day. Your guide will work with you on, good holding water, mending line to create the perfect swing, what to do with a grab from a fish, how to play and land steelhead. There are alot of casts between fish, and the more prepared will always become more effective. |
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FOUR HOUR SPEY CASTING LESSONS
WHERE: on a local river
WADERS & BOOTS: yes, can be provided
RODS: demo rods can be provided
PREREQUISITES: none
INSTRUCTOR TO STUDENT RATIO: 1 to 4
PRICE: $85 per person (2 minimum), $140 for one person
**Note: tax on rod & reel rentals only.
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