McLennan Fly Fishing Schools 

 Thank you for your interest in our schools

Our desire is to offer fly fishing instruction in a variety of school formats,
understanding that everyone learns differently.  This is the time to make
plans for the coming year.

What would you like to learn in 2012?

Gift Certificates are available for special occasions. 
Select the specific school or select the amount that would go to the school of their choice.
Send us an email mclennanflyfishing@me.com

          In the old days a new fly fisher had two choices – read a book or learn from a friend. Today there are other choices, including video and DVD, but the best way to learn is from a qualified instructor. And there’s an important distinction between knowing how to fish and knowing how to teach fishing.  
     
      Over the last 25 years literally thousands of Alberta’s fly fishers have learned the sport under the instruction of Jim or Lynda McLennan.  For many years Jim taught Fly Fishing Schools in Calgary, as well as at various clubs and fly fishing expositions.  Lynda has taught for numerous events and shops since 1985. 

      They have a great lineup of fly fishing schools planned in 2012 for both new and experienced anglers. Take advantage of their combined 50 years’ experience in teaching fly fishing.  (Tackle can be provided for schools if required.)  

      If you don't find what you are looking for, please give us a call and we can prepare a day, afternoon or weekend to accommodate your needs.  We specialize in private and corporate schools.

Other folks agree that taking lessons is worthwhile. 
Have a look at the following comments from
Fly Fisherman Magazine - Learn from a Pro 
http://www.flyfisherman.com/content/learn-pro

                         McLennan Fly Fishing Video Brochure Available

We're pleased to now have a DVD produced by The Fly Fishing Life.com 
that shows video samples of a number of our schools and trips.  
Send us an email if you'd like to receive a copy.

Scroll down for information on the following 2012 fly fishing schools:


Introductory to Novice- Level Fly Fishing Schools
Intermediate to Advanced-Level Fly Fishing Schools
Multi-Day Schools
Wilderness Fly Fishing School at the Anchor B Ranch
Private Schools
Casting clinics

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Deluxe Introductory  Fly Fishing Schools           Max. 6 students             $185.00 
One full day of instruction at our private location on the Bow River.
Includes classroom, dry land and on-the-water instruction.
Tackle (rod, reel, line, leader) provided.
Dates:
        May 12,  2012
        May 19,  2012
        May 27,  2012
        July   7,  2012
        July 15,  2012
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K-Country Introductory Fly Fishing School           Max. 8 students           $185.00
Classroom, casting and on-water instruction.  Tackle provided.  Lunch provided.
Location:   Highwood River Inn and Retreat Center near Longview, AB.
Dates: August   4, 2012
            August 11, 2012
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Understanding Your Fly Box - A two session clinic.                            $50.00
Learn what a trout eats, how to identify flies (imitation and real), how to buy good
quality flies, how to organize your fly boxes, see our top dozen flies for Alberta
and much more.
Session 1 - March 22, 2012,          Session 2 - March 29, 2012
Evening clinics. Location:  Okotoks Firehall, Okotoks, AB 
Send us an email for more information. 

Weekend Wilderness Fly Fishing School               Max. 10 students       $1000.00
at the Anchor B Ranch                                                          

Perfect for new and experienced fly fishers.
All meals and accommodation included.
Dates:  Aug. 10 - 12,  2012
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The Next Step Schools                                              Max. 6  students         $160.00
Novice level companion course to follow up introductory schools.

Private 1-Day Fly Fishing Clinics                                      $520.00
Spend a day on the water with Jim or Lynda McLennan. These clinics are for
one or two people, taught by Jim or Lynda. The topics and location are determined
in consultation with the students. They are intended for students of all levels.
 
 1 Day with Jim    1 Day with Lynda 

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Season Prep                                                                                       Max. 8 students         $120.00
This school is offered at a special price to previous
McLennan Fly Fishing students only.  Full day on the Bow River
at our private location with Jim and Lynda.
Date: May 26, 2012     
Send us an email to inquire

Understanding Your Fly Box - A two session clinic.                            $50.00
Learn what a trout eats, how to identify flies (imitation and real), how to buy good
quality flies, how to organize your fly boxes, see our top dozen flies for Alberta
and much more.
Session 1 - March 22, 2012,          Session 2 - March 29, 2012
Evening clinics.  Location:  Okotoks Firehall, Okotoks, AB 
Send us an email for more information.

         
Listening to the Bow                                                                       Max. 6  students         $175.00
On the water school.  Private location on the Bow River. 
Dates: May   6, 2012
           May 12, 2012
           July    7, 2012        
           July  15, 2012
           Aug. 25, 2012    
           Aug. 26, 2012 

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Private Listening to the Bow                                                        Max 2 students          $550.00
On-the-water school for one or two anglers; drift-boat, and
walk-and-wade options.
Instructor: Jim McLennan

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Bow River Intensive                                                                          Max. 4 students         $220.00
A special school for just four students, held at our location on the
Bow River downstream of Calgary.  Prior to the school, students
correspond with the instructor to set the curriculum for the day.  
Instructor:  Jim McLennan

Dates:   Aug. 4, 2012
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What people say!
 
Jim,    I just want to say thank you so much for a great experience on the Bow. I know I'm speaking for both myself and my father when I say it went above and beyond our expectations. Everything we covered - especially the casting technique - will be a benefit for a very long time. And we could not have asked for a more knowledgeable, friendly and well prepared teacher. It was one of the very best days we've ever spent on not only the Bow but any water.   Our sincere thanks and best wishes,    
Geoff and Pete  2008

For more information on Jim's private school click here: http://www.mclennanflyfishing.com/mclennanjim1day.htm

Hello Jim & Lynda,
I want to say thanks for a day of enlightenment.  I will always be in your debt for the knowledge I acquired on the Bow River back on July 3rd. The sharing of truths, insights and your experience gave me a broader tactical perceptive. I am sure that for every hour we spent together I could have spent a year on the water only to realize a fraction of what was there to be interpreted. Being better prepared has made fly fishing a more engaging experience.
Till our trails cross again,
Many Thanks!
Tom, Calgary, AB   2010

Aug. 2008  -  Thanks again Lynda for a great day. I learned so much and really look forward to putting my new skills to use. You have a great approach and I was truly amazed on how much I was able to get out of a single day.   Shawn
Shawn continued his fly fishing journey with another private school in 2010.

For more information on Lynda's private school click here:

http://www.mclennanflyfishing.com/mclennan1day.htm

Even if you are a complete beginner like myself you will get a whole lot out of Lynda McLennan's Deluxe Intro to Fly Fishing. First of all, she shows you how to do everything from casting to reading the water--and all in one day.  She managed to straighten out my problems with casting and to show me a rod that was easy for me to manage.  After lunch outside on the gorgeous waterfront camp, Lynda explains all that you need to know about your fishing gear, including the magic of knots, something that I had always found difficult and am now doing with no problem. Her explanations are ever so much clearer than those in the books. The next step is a mini-course in the various types of fish food in which you learn to identify the different stages of the three main types of flies on the Bow River, and the various imitations to use for each.  At the end of the day, you get a chance to try our your new- found knowledge on the river. I highly recommend following this with a second day of class on the river where you get more practice casting on the water and using dry flies, nymphs, and streamers.  After my two days with Lynda I am now catching fish on my own. More importantly, I have gained a wealth of insight into the art of choosing and casting the fly, based on Lynda's brilliantly clear explanations and wealth of knowledge from her thirty some years of experience.
Clare Carroll, New York, NY  2009

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     McLennan Fly Fishing Schools Cancellation Policy  
For cancellations made more than 30 days prior to the date of the school, the deposit will be refunded less a small administration fee.  For cancellations made less than 30 days prior to the date of the school, the deposit can be transferred to a replacement student that you find, or can be applied to another McLennan Fly Fishing School, provided that the rebooked school is within one year of the original booked date.  For schools taught by the McLennans, but presented by other groups or organizations, please see their respective cancellation policies.

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