When River Ridge Inn wanted to become more than just an
premier fly fishing resort on the North Fork River, we questioned our guests as to what they would most like to
see us provide. There were many different suggestions, but the one that stood out was one that we could see the
majority of our guests use. A Fly Fishing School. Not just one that would teach beginning fly fishing, but one
that would address the needs of fly fishermen beyond what was being taught at clubs, fishing outlets and the back
yards of avid fly fishermen.
Fly Fishing is as much of an art as it is a science. Either the basic principles can be learned out of a book,
but, to become truly proficient, it takes years of experience and listening to those that have been there before you.
Unless you have fishing access out your back door, are a fishing guide,
are retired or independently wealthy, it is unlikely that you will find the time to develop the skills that most
fly fishermen would love to have. Some flyfisher persons feel that they already have the skills necessary to
satisfy their fishing hunger, while others can never get enough information and assistance to become all they
can be in the sport of fly fishing.
River Ridge Inn decided to bring together the best team of instructors that the White River System has to offer. These
instructors have over 200 years of fishing experience, 150 of those years fly fishing and over 90 years of guiding and
providing fly fishing instructions. These guides have agreed to instruct those interested in both the science and art
of fly fishing beyond the beginner
level. You could get this same information and instruction by hiring all of our guide/instructors
every time
you go fishing here. Or, you can spend your time and less money by attending The Fly Fishing Academy at River Ridge
Inn Workshops.
WORK SHOPS FOR DEVELOPING OR REFINING SKILLS
What is a flyfishing workshop? It is two days of hands on instruction that covers 8 different aspects of Fly Fishing.
Each day there will be 4 courses of differing subject matter. Each course will be two hours in length. You can
attend any or all of the sessions. These offerings may be given on the water, on land, in the classroom, or, a
combination of all three. Some of the subject matter options are:
During each workshop, there will be offered a two day Beginner Course. The student to instructor ratio will be no
greater than 4:1. Much of the instruction will occur in the water. Please remember, it is only safe to be in the
water when the generators are NOT running. Our instructors know when and where it is safe to go for in water lessons.
The Workshop All Inclusive Package begins upon your arrival on Thursday afternoon. Thursday evening will be an informal
barbeque where all attendees will be greeted and where they can mingle and meet those who will be attending with them.
Friday and Saturday are Workshop Sessions. Sunday is open. Practice what you learned on your own,
or hire one of the
guide/instructors for the day. Check out will be flexible. We know that a fresh shower will be helpful for the trip home.
KIDS FISH IN
We will also be conducting a Youth Fish In during the summer. The lead instructor is one of the U.S. Youth Fly Fishing
Team Coaches. This will be an all inclusive 7 day, 6 night fun filled fly fishing learning experience. The class
will be restricted to children between the ages of 10 to 15. Class size will limited to 12 children. Parents may
accompany their children or arrange transportation for them.
LADIES ONLY
There is a 3 day Clinic for Women ONLY. The course is designed for those ladies that want to improve their level
of Fly Fishing OR, simply learn how to make that first cast and reel in their first trout. We do not want you
going home not looking or feeling your best, so we have arranged for a half day at our associated Day Spa and Salon.
FOR THOSE NOT WISHING TO FLY FISH
Some classes will be offered for the spouse or other accompanying persons who have other interests. Some of those
classes would be:
- Photography of Wildlife and Fish
- Nature Hiking and Photography
- Outdoor Cooking (Kettle and BBQ)
- Spa Packages (half and full day)
- Antiquing
- Quilting
- Horseback Riding
The Fly Fishing Academy Work Shops are all inclusive 3 night 4 day offerings. All rooms, meals, beverages and most of the
equipment is included in the per person price. Write, call (888-754-1542) or e-mail
info@riverridgeinn.com for dates,
costs, information, or reservations.
