Write a commentThe Oswego County 4-H Program, part of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County will be offering an Introduction to Fly Fishing Program for youth.
This youth fly fishing program is a series of two classes that will provide youth with the basic skills and understanding of fly fishing. The classes will begin with an introduction to the sport along with salmon and trout natural history lessons. Youth will learn how to assemble and cast a fly rod, tell the difference between wet and dry flies along with insect identification, and how to tie simple flies. The series includes at least two fishing excursions in Oswego County.
Classes will be held on Saturday, May 2nd and Sunday, May 3rd from 9am to 3pm. There will be a fishing rain date of Saturday, May 9th. The first meeting will held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County offices in Mexico. The second session will begin at the Salmon River Fish Hatchery in Altmar. This fly fishing program is open to youth 12 years of age and older. Because this program is based on the philosophy, “Learn by Doing”, space is limited to eight youth for this program, and registration is required. To register, go to reg.cce.cornell.edu/youthflyfish26_235. The fee for this course is only $30.00. Participating youth do not need to own fly fishing equipment; all gear and necessary supplies will be provided.
This Youth Fly Fishing Program is a collaboration between Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County 4-H and Trout Unlimited Chapter 589. For more detailed information and to register, please contact Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County at 963-7286 ext. 400.
