Classes & Clinics

classes & clinics

Rio Epic offers classes and clinic to help you step up your fly fishing game.

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classes & clinics

101 Classes

learn the basics in casting and gear

Learn basic fly casting along with basic gear needs to get started in the sport of fly fishing. Great way to get the basics under your belt. Two and three hour classes available. Individuals looking to learn or groups we have a custom class to meet your schedule and needs.

Sessions: winter and spring

advanced casting

Year-roud float trips for trophy trout

Learn advanced fly casting including roll, reach and other techniques including double hauling to increase distance. This class will focus on anything you want to improve on. Two and three hour classes available. This also a custom class to meet your schedule and needs.

Sessions: winter and spring

two-handers/spey casting

Float fishing near Durango

Learn basic to advanced two handed/spey casting. Either trout spey or larger rod weights for anadromous species like Atlantic salmon and steelhead. These classes are geared towrd what you want to learn. Learn these techniques form us us to expand you fly casting.

Sessions: winter and spring

Lessons

class and clinic rates

101 Beginner Class - 2 hours

$200 single student
$175 per student for two or more

$300 single student
$275 per student for two or more

101 Beginner Class - 3 hours

Advanced casting or two handers/spey - 3 hours

$300 single student
$275 per student for two or more

Beginner Fly Tying Class (winter and spring)

3 hour

$200 single student
$175 per student for two or more

Not included: gratuity for your guide/instructor

what is included

Your professional Rio Epic guide, flies (including top secret ones) as well as terminal tackle and gear are all included. Guides will offer a yummy streamside lunch, snacks and drinks. Your Epic guide will also have water on hand to top-off client's personal water bottles.

Need to borrow a fly rod/reel or waders & boots?

No problem, they are included at no extra cost.

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not included

There is an additional charge of $50 (taxes/fees). Customary gratuity for your guide as well as a valid Colorado or New Mexico fishing license are also not included. Some trips on private waters have additional fees and will be discussed when booking the trip or with your guide.

Rates are subject to change

without notice. But we'll be fair about it.