Non-credit Workshops

Fly fishing is a wonderful and satisfying activity, but some quality instruction can go a long way in helping you get started. Our workshops are designed with the beginner in mind so don't worry if you don't have any experience.

Note: If you are interested in scheduling a fly fishing related workshop for a group at a time not on the schedule, please contact WKU Lifelong Learning

Introduction to fly fishing: $29

• How is fly fishing different than other types of fishing?
• Is there anywhere around here to fly fish?
• What kind of fish can I catch?
• How is a fly rod and reel different than other fishing equipment?
• What do I need to know about buying equipment?
• How do know what flies to use?
• And answers to other similar questions.

Fly tying workshop: $169

• Fly tying kit and tools are included with the workshop fee.
• Basic proficiency in using fly tying tools
• Basic fly tying techniques
• Application of techniques by tying several different fly patterns
• Knowledge of how the flies should be used

Fly casting workshop: $149

• Personal instruction
• Properly identify the parts of the fly fishing equipment
• Properly assemble the fly fishing equipment
• Demonstrate the primary casts used in fly fishing (forward, back, false, roll, side, S)
• Discuss the casts and their proper usage