Coeur d’Alene, Idaho Day Fly-Fishing School / 1-Day School
This Orvis fly fishing school in Idaho offers casting lessons in a world-class setting.
Coeur d’Alene, Idaho Day Fly-Fishing School
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Coeur d’Alene, Idaho Day Fly-Fishing School / 1-Day School
This Orvis fly fishing school in Idaho offers casting lessons in a world-class setting.
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866-531-6213
schools@orvis.com
100% customer satisfaction has been our commitment since 1856. It's who we are. If you aren't happy with a product or service, we want to know about it. And we'll make it right.
THAT'S THE ORVIS WAY.
Free Standard Shipping on orders of $50 or 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 | ||
|---|---|---|
| July 2024 | 12 | Saturday |
| August 2024 | 16 | Friday |
| 2-Day School | ||
|---|---|---|
| June 2024 | 1-2 | Saturday/Sunday |
| 8-9 | Saturday/Sunday | |
| July 2024 | 6-7 | Saturday/Sunday |
| August 2024 | 3-4 | Saturday/Sunday |
| 17-18 | Saturday/Sunday | |
| September 2024 | 7-8 | Saturday/Sunday |
Please contact The Coeur d'Alene Resort for lodging and reservations:
The Coeur d’Alene Resort
115 S. Second St.
Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814
www.cdaresort.com
(866) 604-4128
Please mention you will be attending the Orvis Fly Fishing School.
Do you fish on the lake or are there streams and rivers?
During the school, the students fish the Spokane River.
When does the school start and end? What will we be doing during the day? How long will we be fishing?
Refer to the school itinerary for the schedule.
What is included in the price of the school?
Use of Orvis fly rods/reels, leaders, flies, and where necessary waders, vests and fishing licenses.
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.
Where can I stay?
At the hosts’ lodging, or nearby lodging of your choice.
How many people will be in the class?
That depends on the school. The range is 12 to 36 students, always with a ratio of one instructor for every four students.
Do we stop the school because of weather?
No.
How much time is spent in the classroom vs. casting and fishing?
See school itinerary on specific school page.
Can you bring your own equipment?
Yes.
Is this class for intermediate fisherman?
Yes. In casting, we adjust our instruction to the individual student’s level.
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. See information on specific school page, school itinerary or inquire directly to your fly fishing school instructor.
Fishing License:
Fishing license is not required for the 1-day school. Students attending the 2-day may be required to purchase a fishing license for the second day. The instructors will advise students on the first day of the school if a license will be required. Stream location depends on accessibility, group size and weather conditions.
Cancellation Policy & Fees:
If the reservation is cancelled 60+ days from your school date, Orvis will offer a full refund back theOriginal 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