Fly Fishing

Fly fishing

Fly Fishing & Backpacking

Join us for an multi-night fly fishing and camping adventure. Hike to your campsite in Rocky Mountain National Park, where you will learn the basics of fly fishing, and enjoy 2 nights under the stars. No previous backpacking or fly fishing experience required. Course fee includes all backpacking and fly fishing equipment, food and transportation.

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  • Participants must be able to carry a 40 lb pack on uneven terrain up to 5 miles and be able to sleep in a tent. 
  • Participants must purchase their own fishing license (approximately $12)

Dates: Sept. 5-7
Time: 7 a.m. Saturday- 4 p.m. Monday
Location: Rocky Mountain National Park
Cost: $150
Pre-trip meeting: Sept. 3, 6-7 p.m., Outdoor Pursuits Classroom
Register by Sept. 2 at 12 p.m.

Rocky Mountain National Park Fly Fishing

This course will cover the basics of fly fishing including casting, tying knots and bringing a fish in. Instruction includes a classroom session to learn basic skills and a field day to practice on the water. Course fee includes all equipment and instruction. Transportation will be provided.

Requirements: Participants must purchase their own fishing license (approximately $12) and pack their own lunch. Participants must also be able to carry a 20 lb. pack while hiking up to two miles per day on rocky and variable terrain.

Dates: Sept. 19
Time: 6 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Rocky Mountain National Park
Cost: $80
Pre-trip meeting: Sept. 16, 6-7 p.m., Outdoor Pursuits Classroom
Register by Sept. 15 at 12 p.m.

Women's Fly Fishing

Spend the day fishing and connecting with other women in a beautiful landscape. This course will help you build confidence with the basics of fly fishing including fly selection, casting, tying knots and bringing a fish in. Course fee includes all equipment and instruction. Transportation provided.

Welcoming all women, including cis women, trans women, non-binary individuals who are comfortable in a space that elevates the experiences of women in the outdoors.

Participants must purchase their own fishing license (approximately $12) and pack their own lunch.

Dates: Oct. 4
Time: 7 a.m.-2 p.m.
Location: Walker Ranch
Cost: $80
Pre-trip meeting: Oct. 1, 6-7 p.m., Lobby Meeting Room
Register by Sept. 30 at 12 p.m.