Learn the art of fly casting.
Learn fly fishing with our fly casting lessons! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced angler, our skilled casting instructors are here to guide you every step of the way. We offer a range of classes certified by the esteemed Fly Fishers International (FFI), who share our commitment to conservation, education, and fostering a strong sense of community to fly fishing anglers around the world.
Our courses are designed to accommodate a limited number of participants per instructor, ensuring personalized attention and lessons tailored to your specific learning goals and interests. Please note that the minimum age for participants is 7 years old, so bring your family and friends for a memorable experience.
We look forward to welcoming you into our fly fishing community!
Location: This clinic takes place at the fly fishing school, on a grassy area and practice pond.
Content: Basic casting techniques, perfect for beginners. Instructors demonstrate different types of introductory casting techniques before giving participants the chance to try it for themselves.
Equipment: All equipment is provided for our guests. Instructors will give participants a basic summary of rods, reels, lines, leaders and flies.
Casting Techniques: Focuses on teaching fundamental casting techniques, including the basic overhead cast, roll cast, and false casting, providing participants with a solid foundation to start fly fishing.
Fishing Technique: Covers basic fishing techniques, focusing on fundamental skills and presentation strategies.
Cost: $ 150.00 / 1 person and $ 40.00 per additional person – Maximum of four people per instructor.
Location: This lesson takes place at the fly fishing school, on a grassy area and practice pond.
Content: Covers basic casting fundamentals and techniques to get beginners started.
Introduces foundational knowledge on gear, knots, fly selection, and basic fishing strategies.
Equipment: Introduces participants to basic fly fishing equipment, including fly rods, reels, fly lines, leaders, tippets, and a selection of commonly used flies suitable for beginners.
Casting Techniques: Focuses on teaching fundamental casting techniques, including the basic overhead cast, roll cast, and false casting, providing participants with a solid foundation to start fly fishing.
Fishing Technique: Covers basic fishing techniques, focusing on fundamental skills and presentation strategies.
Cost: $ 220.00 / 1 person and $ 80.00 per additional person – Maximum of four people per instructor.
Location: This lesson takes place at the fly fishing school, on a grassy area and practice pond.
Content: Focuses on advanced casting techniques, such as accuracy, distance, and specialized casts.
Explores advanced topics like entomology, fly tying, and specific fishing tactics for different environments.
Equipment: Includes a wider range of specialized fly fishing equipment, such as advanced fly rods and reels designed for specific techniques and environments, specialized fly lines, leaders, tippets, and a broader selection of flies to match different fishing scenarios.
Casting Techniques: Practice advanced casting techniques, such as double haul casting, reach casting, slack line presentations, and aerial mends, enabling participants to cast with greater accuracy, distance, and precision in various fishing scenarios.
Fishing Technique: Explores specialized fishing techniques, emphasizing advanced strategies for reading water, understanding fish behavior, and adapting to various fishing conditions.
Cost: $ 375.00 / 1 person and $ 115.00 per additional person – Maximum of four people per instructor.
*Note: Spey Casting course available at the same cost.
Location: This lesson takes place partly at the fly fishing school, on grassy surfaces and on Mills Lake, in a fishing situation.
Content: Focuses on the principles and techniques of fly fishing in lakes, ponds, and reservoirs, where there is little to no current.
Covers topics such as understanding lake ecosystems, studying the behavior of stillwater fish, and learning effective presentations and retrieves for enticing fish in a stillwater environment.
Equipment: Discusses equipment suitable for stillwater fishing, including versatile fly rods, reels with adjustable drag systems, floating and sinking fly lines, leaders, tippets, and a selection of imitative flies, such as nymphs, emergers, dry flies, and streamers, to mimic the diverse food sources found in lakes and reservoirs.
Casting Techniques: Covers specific casting techniques relevant to stillwater fishing, including the roll cast pickup, reach cast, slack line presentations, and various retrieves to effectively present flies to fish in lakes and reservoirs, adapting to different wind and water conditions.
Fishing Technique: Focuses on techniques for fishing in lakes and reservoirs, including strategies for finding fish, lake structure understanding, boat positioning, fishing with indicators, dry fly and emerger presentations, and streamer techniques for stillwater environments.
Cost: $ 650.00 / 1 person and $ 150.00 per additional person – Maximum of two people per instructor
The fly fishing school is located along Red Run Road at kilometer 11 from the main reception area.
It is set within the private Kenauk Nature reserve, just 90 minutes from Montreal and 60 minutes from Ottawa, in the Outaouais region. This makes it an easily accessible outdoor experience for visitors looking to escape the city while staying close to major urban centers.
Yes! The fly fishing school at Kenauk Nature is designed for both beginners and experienced anglers.
Certified instructors guide participants at every step, whether you are discovering fly casting for the first time or refining existing skills.
Lessons cover a range of approaches, including:
Each lesson is tailored to the participant’s skill level and goals, ensuring a rewarding and engaging experience.
Yes! The fly fishing school is ideal for families and groups of friends.
Yes! Day visitors can participate in the fly fishing school without staying in a chalet.
This makes it a great option for a day trip to learn fly casting techniques and enjoy an immersive outdoor experience.
No! A fishing license is not required (unless the lesson includes a lake outing).
The school focuses on learning fly casting on land and does not involve actual fishing.
All necessary equipment is provided by Kenauk Nature, including rods, reels, and flies. Participants only need to bring:
Lesson duration varies depending on the type of lesson:
Each session is designed to help participants develop strong casting skills while progressing at their own pace with personalized instruction.
Reservations are required.
You can book:
This ensures personalized instruction, equipment availability, and a safe, high-quality experience.
Kenauk Nature offers several fly fishing courses based on duration and skill level:
All courses include required equipment and are led by certified instructors.