Platform Raft Fly Fishing on the Grand River
Meet Your Instructor
Mike Barrand has been fishing all his life but considers the last 7 years the most exciting. This is when he picked up his first fly rod. The single/double hand rod has brought him to many beautiful destinations including Vancouver Island and Newfoundland.
Not only has fly fishing taken him to some great places, it has also allowed him to work with world class companies such as
Mike is quite versed with the single hand rod and the complete family of double hand rods. He will work with you on your desired style you wish to learn and by the end of the day you will have the basic fundamentals to get out fishing. His teaching style is one of a laid back approach so the student can relax while learning.
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Contact Us
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1-866-286-7722
Email:
info@grandriverrafting.ca
Grand River Flying Fishing Course Corporate
Enjoy a corporate fly fishing course on the Grand River. We are located one hour west of Toronto just off the 403 near Paris. This is a fly fishing school where you start from the basics and learn how.
The Grand River Valley offers some of the best fly fishing for smallmouth bass and steelhead trout
This "Learn How" fly fishing course is from 10am to 3pm.
It is held in a wilderness setting on the section of the Grand River called "Trout Alley".
We have two fishing school sites. View Location of Fly & Spey Fishing Courses in a larger map
The equipment you need is a hat and sunglasses.
You can bring your own fly rod if wanted.
The instructor supplies the rods/reels and lunch.
Maximum number in a course is eight people... but larger group can be accompanied with additional instructors... provided we have advance notice.
Prices for the 5 Hour Course with lunch/equipment included: (Taxes not included )
| Number of People | one | two | three | four | five | six | seven | eight |
| Cost per Person | $50/Hr/person | $30/Hr/person | $145.00 each | $115.00 each | $105.00 each | $95.00 each | $85.00 each | $75.00 each |
Price varies with number of participants. If bad weather you can reschedule or full refund
A Complete Introduction to Fly Fishing
Have you ever dreamed of standing on the edge of a river, silently casting a hand tied fly to an unsuspecting fish?
This course gives youth and adults a complete introduction to the fly fishing experience.
Our goal is to simplify fly fishing techniques and demystify the sport as well as create a fun learning environment where all questions have merit.
Outline of Course Material
· Background introduction to fly fishing and equipment
· Instruction on efficient casting techniques
· Learning proper body movement as not to cause wear and tear on your body
· Most important, provide techniques to catch fish. This will include dry flies, nymphing, streamers and swinging.
· What equipment to buy... "Is equipment to catch the fish? ... Or is equipment to capture the fisherman?"
Please pre-order your Tripper Lunch by Chef Nancy...
(choice of wrap, dessert, fruit and drink)
Veggie Wrap ~ Roasted Red,
Caesar Wrap ~ Grilled Breast of Chicken with Romaine Lettuce Real Bacon, Croutons, and Forks Homemade Caesar Dressing
Cold Meat Wraps … with Chopped Romaine, Plum Tomato, English Cucumber, Garlic Hummus, Shredded Cheese… choice of meat …. Roast
Choice of dessert… brownie, large cookie, butter tart and date square.
Fruit of the Day... pending what is in season
Choice of drink… apple or orange juice, coke/diet coke, ginger ale, sprite and orange pop, ice tea, water.