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Old 01-01-2019, 02:48 PM
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Hello

Wanted to get my girlfriend fly fishing lesson (full day course), for her birthday, to learn all about the sport. She's very interested.

Any suggestions in the Calgary area? Found a few with a google search, but does anyone have any personal feedback or experience with shops that offer this service.

BTW- I may join her, I have a rod and reel but I'm a complete novice.

Thanks

Jay
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Old 01-01-2019, 04:52 PM
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Try: http://www.ironbowflyshop.com/one-day-beginner.html
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Old 01-02-2019, 10:59 AM
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Fish Tales Fly Shop in Avenida Mall
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Old 01-03-2019, 03:47 PM
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Took a couple friends and their kids to iron bow. They did a great job explaining gear, sethup, knots, a bit of entymology, flies, casting instruction. Lessons were on a private pond. Kids and adults had a blast putting it all together and cathing/releasing fish.
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Old 01-05-2019, 08:27 AM
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Took a couple friends and their kids to iron bow. They did a great job explaining gear, sethup, knots, a bit of entymology, flies, casting instruction. Lessons were on a private pond. Kids and adults had a blast putting it all together and cathing/releasing fish.


X2 ... Mike and his staff are top notch, friendly and knowledgeable.
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Old 01-12-2019, 11:44 PM
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Throwing McLennan Fly Fishing in the mix. I've taken sessions with both Lynda and Jim, and they were excellent.
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Old 01-14-2019, 09:10 AM
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Anything in the Red Deer area?
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Old 01-16-2019, 05:25 PM
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Anything in the Red Deer area?
I haven't seen much. We had some in Innisfail briefly. Pm me when spring comes and I will spare some time for you. I never mind getting someone started.
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Old 01-22-2019, 03:32 PM
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That would be great, thanks much.
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Old 01-22-2019, 08:26 PM
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For Calgary area
https://www.bowrivertroutfitters.com

For Red Deer

https://westriverflyshop.com/
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Old 01-23-2019, 03:14 PM
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Hanson's used to run a fly fishing boot camp that included a rod/reel/line setup that was worth more than the cost of the camp. Don't know if they still do it but it was well worth the money.

https://www.hansonsoutfitters.com/fly-fishing-boot-camp
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Old 01-23-2019, 03:57 PM
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Throwing McLennan Fly Fishing in the mix. I've taken sessions with both Lynda and Jim, and they were excellent.
X2 on Jim and Lynda. If you want to learn to fish from someone with the most knowledge I would pick the McLennan’s. They are wonderful teachers and are exceptionaly nice people. Highly recommend.
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