Learn to Fly Fish
Brookside Guides offers private fly fishing instruction in Western North Carolina.
Never even held a fly rod?
Experienced but unsuccessful?
Intimidated by other Fly Shops & Instructors?
Eager to learn a new hobby?
We Can HELP You!
Fly Fishing Instruction
New Anglers: Our friendly, patient & extremely knowledgeable Instructors will teach you everything you need to know about the awesome sport of fly fishing!
A day of private instruction on one of our beautiful trout waters includes:
- Casting instruction
- Information about the fly fishing equipment
- Fly selection including a look at the variety of stream insects
- Tying two simple knots
- Several hours of fishing
- Streamside lunch for full day trips
- More fishing! Techniques for finding catching and safely releasing fish are covered.
Experienced Anglers: Amp up your game and catch rate! We can teach you Euro Nymphing techniques, make suggestions about how to improve your cast and fly presentation. We’ve gotten rave reviews from experienced anglers after a day with one of our guides. Experienced angler instruction can be done on land… or book a float trip.
Private Lesson Prices
Full Day Instruction: Wade trips
- $325 – one student
- $390 – two students
- $480 – three students
Half Day Instruction
- $225 – one student
- $290 – two students
- $380 – three students
Lesson Prices Include:
- Waders, boots, rod and reel if needed
- Lunch for full day, snacks and cold beverages for half day.
Instructional Float Trips:
Full day/1 or 2 anglers: $550 Half: $400
A gratuity for your guide is not included in listed prices!