Jon Easdon

Streamer fishing -- The red-headed stepchild amongst the library of modern fly fishing techniques. On the surface it seems a bit primitive; just tie a big fly on some heavy tippet and slap it in the water, right? Just like anything in fly fishing, there is much more to the story. Streamer fishing can be intimidating and a bit overwhelming if you are just starting out. With the right knowledge, however, it can be an extremely effective method, even on…

    If you want to peek in the window or if you have limited funds, then our Orvis 101 is the Introduction to Fly Fishing Class for you. Now’s your chance to learn fly fishing basics in one of our free fly fishing 101 classes. Free lessons on fly fishing basics, equipment and outfit rigging and some casting instruction. This is a basic 1 hour and 15 minute class with a casting demo designed to give you a taste of…

When you have completed one of the three tracks (Orvis 101, Discover Fly Fishing, or Guided Instruction), you are well prepared for our Orvis 201 Class. This is the best value and opportunity to see if your really hooked on Fly Fishing If you’ve already completed A Fly Fishing 101 course, or have some experience, you’re ready for the next step. Put the content learned in the 101 to practical use on the river. Join us for an outing on…

Advanced entomology class Although not required, we highly recommend that students take the Aquatic Entomology lecture before the streamside class. 2 part class. Part one in the shop, part 2 on the river. Almost essential to mastering the sport of fly fishing for trout is a deep knowledge of aquatic insects. This class will help you understand the bug life in a stream as the key to catching more trout. This classroom lecture focuses on the identification and life cycles…

Part 2, Streamside 2 part class. Part one in the shop, part 2 on the river. Almost essential to mastering the sport of fly fishing for trout is a deep knowledge of aquatic insects. This class will help you understand the bug life in a stream as the key to catching more trout. This classroom lecture focuses on the identification and life cycles of key aquatic trout foods found in Colorado's rivers, streams, and still water environments. The follow-up to…

Cost $30 Plus a Free Orvis Guide Book $20 Value   This is our first best step, introduction to fly fishing class. If you’re getting started in fly fishing, this is the class for you! This Discover Fly Fishing Class is an in-depth class for the beginning fly fisher. This class demystifies the most common barriers in flyfishing. Uncover the differences between bait fishing and fly fishing, what to look for in equipment, how to select the right line, leader…