STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 I.      Identify appropriate clothing and equipment for flyfishing.

         A.      Understand the nomenclature of flyfishing.

         B.      Know and apply the proper skills with different types and combinations of flyfishing equipment.

         C.      Discuss and understand basic entomology.

         D.      Interpret natural sign, such as, fish habits, prey habits, seasonal habits, as they apply to successful flyfishing.

         E.      Understand and correctly interpret local fishing regulations.

         F.      Evaluate the vagaries of moving water in order to ensure a safe flyfishing

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      Types and Uses of Fly Rods

         A.      Fly Rod Terminology

         B.      Materials used in Fly Rods

         C.      Uses and Actions of the standard and non-standard Fly Rod lengths

         D.      Flyfishing Accessories

 II.     Types of Fly Lines

         A.      Different Tapers of Fly Lines and their Actions

         B.      Fly Line Colors and Differing Uses

         C.      The Use of Backing Material

         D.      Tippets and Leaders

 III.    Types of Fly Reels

         A.      Drag Systems

         B.      Retrieve Systems

         C.      Special Use Systems (Freshwater vs Saltwater)

 IV.     Knots for Fly Tying

         A.      Barrel Knot ¿ Surgeons Knot ¿ Double Fishermans Knot ¿ Tube Knot ¿ Albright Knot

 V.      Casting Techniques

         A.      Forward Cast

         B.      False Casting

         C.      Roll Cast

         D.      Line Mending

 VI.     Types and Uses of Hooks and Artificial Flies

         A.      Hook Terminology, Sizes, Styles

         B.      Parts of a Fly

         C.      Fly Patterns

         D.      Artificial Insect Imitations

         E.      Dry Flies, Sinking Flies, Special Use Flies

         F.      Appropriate Fly Selections

 VII.    Tactics for Stillwater and Moving Water

         A.      Deepwater Flyfishing

         B.      Stream Flyfishing

         C.      Vagaries of Moving Water

         D.      Striking, Playing, and Landing