Putting fish in the net begins with putting your fly and fly line in the right place to make a good presentation.
What you will learn from casting lessons
The FIVE ESSENTIALS of fly casting
The substance of fly casting. It all ladders back to these five basics.
Minimize Slack
Proper Timing
Proper Force Application
Variable Casting Arc
Straight-line Rod Tip Path
Everything is else is a matter of style.
Casting drills to take home
These drills will help you solidify your understanding of the FIVE ESSENTIALS. These drills will also help you gain a better feel for your fly rod, allowing you to make adjustments during the fly cast. These drills will improve your casting, no matter whether you are high sticking at close range or casting 50’ or more to spooky fish .
A variety of different fly casts and aerial mends
These fly casts will help you present your fly to fish that other fisherman cannot, and the aerial mends will allow your fly to stay in front of the fish longer, naturally.
