Orvis Fly Fishing School on the Chesapeake Bay

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Chesapeake Beach, Maryland Fly Fishing School


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The Story

Orvis Chesapeake Bay Fly School, we’ll help you master the basics OR get to the next level. It is hosted by Fly School USA. We teach the Orvis Progressive Method of Fly-Casting Instruction and specialize in working with novice anglers and anglers looking to improve their skills. We’ll help you to learn the latest fly-casting techniques and explore fly-fishing equipment with focus on both fresh and saltwater fishing. So, if freshwater is more your thing, many of these techniques can also help to improve your abilities to catch freshwater fish. Our clinics combine classroom knowledge with hands-on instruction and video recording (Two-Day School) to help guide you.

You'll cover it all at the Chesapeake Beach, Maryland Fly-Fishing School:


  • Fly Casting Techniques – including the double-haul, plus video reviews (Two-Day School) of your casting
  • Essential fly-fishing knots
  • How to choose your gear and tackle
  • Demonstrations on fishing flies both in salt and fresh water
  • Proper fly selection for both saltwater and fresh water species
  • How to read water and currents
  • How to play, land, and safely release fish

Orvis is pleased to offer our travel customers access to two valuable services: Global Rescue travel membership and IMG Signature Travel Insurance℠.

Learn More

Both 1 & 2 Day Schools offer small class sizes – a 4:1 student-to-instructor ratio.

1-Day Fly-Fishing School Overview

  • Introduction to gear: line, rod and reel
  • Presentation of the Orvis Progressive Method to Fly Casting
  • Demonstrations on shooting line, false casting, and roll casting
  • Practice time and hands-on casting instruction by some of the best instructors in the industry
  • Seminars on fly selection, handling fish and landing fish
  • Knot tying discussion and practice
  • Catered lunch and time to chat with classmates
  • Special offers on Orvis gear

2-Day Fly-Fishing School Overview

  • 2-Day programs include recording and video analysis of each student's cast
  • Introduction to gear: line, rod and reel, additional equipment and accessories
  • Demonstrations on shooting line, false casting, and roll casting
  • Study and practice the double haul
  • Practice time and hands-on casting instruction by some of the best instructors in the industry
  • Dive deeper into seminars on fly selection, how to fish different types of flies, handling fish, landing fish and additional discussion of entomology
  • Knot tying discussion and practice
  • Introduction to wading safety, planning trips with guides and Orvis-Endorsed network
  • Practice session on the water with instructors (offered at most locations)
  • Catered lunch and time to chat with classmates
  • Special offers on Orvis gear

If you want to learn more, please reach out to the Schools Team and request the specific itinerary for your chosen Orvis School location.

1-Day School
April 2024 26 Friday
  28 Sunday
May 2024 5 Sunday
  8 Wednesday
June 2024 2 Sunday
  9 Sunday
July 2024 10 Wednesday
August 2024 4 Sunday
  17 Saturday
September 2024 7 Saturday
October 2024 6 Sunday
  27 Sunday
November 2024 3 Sunday
  17 Sunday
2-Day School
May 2024 18-19 Saturday/Sunday
June 2024 22-23 Saturday/Sunday
July 2024 13-14 Saturday/Sunday
August 2024 24-25 Saturday/Sunday
September 2024 28-29 Saturday/Sunday
October 2024 12-13 Saturday/Sunday
November 2024 9-10 Saturday/Sunday

The Orvis Chesapeake Bay Fly Fishing School clinics are held in Chesapeake Beach, Maryland, at the Rod and Reel Resort. A short drive from Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, Maryland, this family-friendly resort is the perfect venue, right on the Chesapeake Bay. Featuring waterfront dining, concerts, gaming, and spa services, the resort has something for everyone.

Rod 'N' Reel Resort
4160 Mears Ave,
Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732
(410) 257-5596
www.rnrresortmd.com

What is the cost?

$329-$658 includes the classroom instruction, personally recorded outdoor fly-casting instruction sessions, lunch and a charter fishing trip with the two-day combination school.

If you want to learn to fly cast and fish or improve your casting and all-around fly-fishing knowledge, Plus learn some tips on catching and fighting larger fish. Join us at the Orvis Chesapeake Bay Fly Fishing School.


Do I need to buy a fishing license?

Yes.


When does the school start and end?

Please reach out to our Orvis team for the specific schedule of each day at this school, but most schools run from about 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, with a lunch break.


What is included in the price of the school?

Use of Orvis fly rods/reels, leaders, flies, and where necessary waders and vests. Lunch is also included at most locations.


Is lodging included?

No. Lodging arrangements are made separately by the students.


Are meals included?

Lunch is the only meal included in the school tuition price.


How many people will be in the class?

The capacity is 8 students. The student to instructor ratio is 4:1.


Do we stop the school because of weather?

No, unless there are dangerous conditions.


Can you bring your own equipment?

Yes.


What skill level is this school best suited for?

In casting, we adjust our instruction to the individual student’s level.


What is the cancellation policy?

Yes, please see our T&Cs tab.


Will I be able to attend the same class as my son/wife/etc, even though I am an intermediate and they are a beginner?

Yes. In casting, we adjust our instruction to the individual student’s level.


Are there opportunities for guided fishing afterwards?

Yes. Please reach out to the Orvis team for suggestions or inquire directly to your fly fishing school instructor.

Cancellation Policy & Fees:

If the reservation is cancelled 60+ days from your school date, Orvis will offer a full refund back the original method of payment, or the reservation can be transferred to another available school. If the reservation is cancelled 30-60 days from the date of the school, the customer will have a choice between a refund of 50% or transferring the reservation to another available school. On cancellations 29 days or less there is no refund and no transfer. There will be no refund extended to students who do not attend their scheduled school and do not notify the school within the timeframes listed in this policy. Any reservation that has been transferred to a different date cannot be later cancelled without 100% payment penalty.

For questions please contact Orvis School and Reservations (toll free) 866-531-6213

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