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Flyfishing Academy - 2011

The Santa Barbara Flyfishers will hold it's seventh Flyfishing Academy. Once again, twelve students will be selected from applications submitted. Eligible ages are 10 to 15 years old. Attendees are introduced to the sport of flyfishing and learn about terminology, tackle, entomology, fly tying, reading water, casting and presentation techniques. Club members serve as instructors. The program is a two day (one weekend) curriculum, and will take place on:

May 7th Saturday - 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
May 8th Sunday - 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
(Lunch for will be provided both days)

Where:
At Arroyo Burro (Hendry's) Beach in the South Coast Watershed Resource Center building

Who:
10-15 year olds may submit applications; twelve participants will be selected.

Curriculum included:
  • Fly Tying
  • Fishing Terminology
  • Fighting Fish to Keep or Release
  • Fish Biology, Ecology & Entomology (Bugs!)
  • Fly Casting
  • Reading Water
  • Knot Tying
  • Safety & Etiquette
Presented to each graduating participant:
  • Free family membership in Santa Barbara Flyfishers for 1 year
  • Graduation Certificate
  • Club Logo Fly Box
  • Gift Certificate from The Artful Angler *
  • Fishing field trip on - TBA
  • and ....... ?
* use the certificate to purchase a Redington rod & fly reel outfit and get a special discount from the Artful Angler!



Any questions,


* APPLICATIONS CLOSED *

The 12 Students for this years Academy will be notified soon!



Academy 2010 Graduates
Fly Fishing Academy 2009
*** Class of 2010 ***
(click on picture to see more pics)


* Previous Academy Photo Albums *




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