Beginning Fly Fishing
Lifelong Learning

We all remember the beautiful fly-fishing scenes from "A River Runs Through It," but what does it take to actually get out on the river? Join us and learn everything you need to know to set up your fly rod and fish the river with confidence. You'll explore fly lines, reels and rods, and the knots needed to attach fly line to leader, leader to tippet, and tippet to fly. Along the way, you'll discover the basics of entomology, how to read water, and how to make that perfect, graceful cast. Finally, spend a day on the river with your experienced instructor as you put your fly-fishing theory into fly-fishing practice.

Questions? Call Lifelong Learning at 801-587-5433 or use our online form.

Class Sections For Beginning Fly Fishing (LLREC 671)

Fall 2026 Section 1, Starting on: 08/20/2026

No class 9/3. This class takes place in person at the University Connected Learning and Continuing Education building (540 Arapeen Drive, SLC). Students must acquire their own Utah fishing license (https://wildlife.utah.gov/licenses). Students may bring their own rod or use those provided in class. For the day on the river, students must have shoes that can grip rocks when wet; dress in layers; bring sunscreen, a hat, snacks, water bottle, and any other personal items they may need; and may choose but are not required to bring their own waders. Special fee is for shared materials.

Date(s) Day Time Location
08/20/26 - 09/10/26 Th 6:00 pm -8:00 pm UUCE 132
09/12/26 S 9:00 am -1:00 pm SLC UT
Tuition: $259.00 + Special Fee: $25.00 = $284.00      

Instructor: JERRY L BASFORD

Registration for this class will close on 08/19/2026 at midnight

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Fall 2026 Section 2, Starting on: 08/20/2026

No class 9/3. This class takes place in person at the University Connected Learning and Continuing Education building (540 Arapeen Drive, SLC). Students must acquire their own Utah fishing license (https://wildlife.utah.gov/licenses). Students may bring their own rod or use those provided in class. For the day on the river, students must have shoes that can grip rocks when wet; dress in layers; bring sunscreen, a hat, snacks, water bottle, and any other personal items they may need; and may choose but are not required to bring their own waders. Special fee is for shared materials.

Date(s) Day Time Location
08/20/26 - 09/10/26 Th 6:00 pm -8:00 pm UUCE 132
09/19/26 S 9:00 am -1:00 pm SLC UT
Tuition: $259.00 + Special Fee: $25.00 = $284.00      

Instructor: JERRY L BASFORD

Registration for this class will close on 08/19/2026 at midnight

ADD TO CART
ONLY 5 SEATS LEFT!

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