Note: These series of classes are NOT for beginning fly casters. You should be proficient with a one-handed rod before advancing to a two handed rod. The club still has the monthly one-handed casting clinics at Jade street. Please look at the club activities schedule for date and time.
| Date | Activity Link | Description | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Intro to Spey Casting (limited spots) - Part 1 Jade Park | Spey Casting is a style of presenting a fly in a down and across manner ( aka Swinging Flies)It utilizes special lines and facilitates casting in tight quarters. It enables one to use sinking lines and throwing larger flies with ease. It’s a technique used in fishing for Salmon, tout and Steelhead. The first class would be ideal for those who have never casted a 2 handed rod. This class will be for beginners, or those with minimal experience. Maximum of 6 folks. I will provide rods for those who need a rod. Reserve your spots Alex Ferber, 831-419-0564 alex.ferber74@gmail.com | Jade Street Park baseball field |
| Sep 07 8:00 am - 10:00 am | Spey Casting on the water (limited spots) - Part 2 San Lorenzo River | This class will be for anyone, preferably those who have no experience were able to attend the first class. We will review the basics, and then work on the Double Spey cast using Skagit heads.
Max 8 folks ( please bring a 2 handed rod if you have one with a Skagit type head). We will meet at the Skate Park on the left-hand side of the street. Parking is very limited.
| Santa Cruz Skate Park |
| Sep 14 8:00 am - 10:00 am | Spey Casting on the water (limited spots) - Part 3 San Lorenzo River | Continue to work on Spey basics, and also work the Snap-T / Circle C.
Max 8 folks ( please bring a 2 handed rod if you have one with a Skagit type head). We will meet at the Skate Park on the left-hand side of the street. Parking is very limited.
| Santa Cruz Skate Park |
| Oct 05 8:00 am - 10:00 am | Spey Casting on the water (limited spots) - Part 4 San Lorenzo River | Continue working on improving casts. We will be working on dominant and non dominant side casting, as well as river right and left presentations.
Max 8 folks ( please bring a 2 handed rod if you have one with a Skagit type head). We will meet at the Skate Park on the left-hand side of the street. Parking is very limited.
| Santa Cruz Skate Park |
| Oct 07 8:00 am - 10:00 am | Spey Casting on the water (limited spots) - Part 5 San Lorenzo River | Continue working on improving casts. Discuss Scandi and Switch casts for those interesred. If time allows, we may discuss some touch and go casts, such as Single Spey and Snake Roll.
Max 8 folks ( please bring a 2 handed rod if you have one with a Skagit type head). We will meet at the Skate Park on the left-hand side of the street. Parking is very limited.
| Santa Cruz Skate Park |
Posted on August 20th, 2024