A fly fishing instructor and student wading in a clear Wyoming river at golden hour, casting a fly line over the water with mountains behind

Kemmerer, Wyoming

Learn to Fly Fish Wyoming’s Most Prestigious Waters

Professional course programs for every skill level, taught by some of the most accomplished local guides in the Green River basin.

Our Instruction Programs

Start with theory, lead with skill

Our programs are immersive, in-depth and, designed to establish a foundation of core knowledge prior to implementing methodology. We’ve assembled our courses around experienced instructors, small groups, and the storied waters around Kemmerer. Whether you have never held a rod or you are ready to advance to the next level in this sport, we meet you where you are and get you targeting trophy fish with confidence.

Fundamentals

Three day course

A three day course hybrid consisting of classroom instruction and experience on the water. We designed this course to start new anglers out on the ground level with a strong foundation of knowledge prior to taking the field. In this immersive learning experience, students will study the history and culture surrounding fly fishing, the entomology the sport is tethered to, the mechanics of casting & maintaining line, how to read water like the pros, and how to properly and responsibly handle fish.

Itinerary

Arrive to Kemmerer and check in at your lodging station the afternoon or evening prior to your first day of class. Arrive to the learning center on the first day before 8AM. Class will begin at 8AM and will end between 3:30-4:00PM. Day two will be a duplicate of day one, with class starting at 8AM. On day three, class will begin at 8AM and end between 2:00-3:00PM. 

What’s Included?
  • Fundamentals course and instruction
  • In-class lunch & drinks
  • Equipment 
  • Lodging
  • Complimentary Supply Kit
What’s Not Included?
  • Wyoming fishing license
  • Protective clothing (UPF shirts, sun gloves, etc.)
Rates & Conditions

A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure the dates and, the remaining balance is to paid 30 days prior to the start date. We proudly accept cash, check, credit card or, Zelle as methods of payment.

Applied Fundamentals

Five day course

This featured add-on to our Fundamentals course serves to apply a student’s newly obtained knowledge directly to action in the field. Where the waders meet the water – students will meet their instructors on location and spend two days targeting fish under the mentorship of the WWFFS staff and educators.

Ready to refine your game? This module focuses on advanced casting techniques, hatch matching, and smart wading strategy. We help you read subtle currents, adjust your presentation, and put more fish in the net on tougher days.

Itinerary

What’s Included?
  • Everything in the Fundamentals course
  • Two days of fishing under guide mentorship
  • Boat & equipment
  • Lodging
What’s Not Included?
  • Wyoming fishing license
  • Protective clothing (UPF shirts, sun gloves, etc.)
Rates & Conditions

A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure the dates and, the remaining balance is to paid 30 days prior to the start date. We proudly accept cash, check, credit card or, Zelle as methods of payment.

Refresher

single day course

An effective “must-have” to start the season with might. Alumni use this course to review theory, tactics and, field practice in this single day lesson to shake the rust of winter off and return to the sport with confidence.

Itinerary

Day begins at 8AM by meeting the instructor at the venue. Course review held in a field setting, with classroom theory covered on the river bank, prior to applying skills in the water.

What’s Included?
  • Refresher course and instruction
  • Lunch & drinks
  • Flies & equipment
What’s Not Included?
  • Wyoming fishing license
  • Protective clothing (UPF shirts, sun gloves, etc.)
  • Rain & cold weather gear
Rates & Conditions

A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure the dates and, the remaining balance is to paid 30 days prior to the start date. We proudly accept cash, check, credit card or, Zelle as methods of payment.


Advanced Courses

Spey

single day course

Learn the art of two-handed casting and the technique of targetting large, predacious fish on the swing. The preferred method of most steelheaders and salmon hunters, this subsect of the sport branches into a number of different methodologies. Learn the history of Spey, the gear, the flies, and the practice. This course is a classroom and field hybrid, with additional field days available for alumni.

Itinerary

Course start at 8AM with classroom portion ending at lunch. After lunch, apply tactics in the field. End time between 3:30-4:30PM

What’s Included?
  • Spey course and instruction
  • In-class lunch & drinks
  • Equipment
What’s Not Included?
  • Wyoming fishing license
  • Protective clothing (UPF shirts, sun gloves, etc.)
  • Rain & cold weather gear
Rates & Conditions

A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure the dates and, the remaining balance is to paid 30 days prior to the start date. We proudly accept cash, check, credit card or, Zelle as methods of payment.

Rowing

single day course

Learn to manipulate the boat and row like the pros. This single day clinic is designed as an introductory to boat handling and drift control.

itinerary

Meet your instructor at the venue at 8AM. Classes duration is a full-day, typically ranging between 5-7 hours.

What’s Included?
  • Rowing course and instruction
  • In-class lunch & drinks
  • Equipment 
What’s Not Included?
  • Wyoming fishing license
  • Protective clothing (UPF shirts, sun gloves, etc.)
  • Lodging & accommodations
Rates & Conditions

A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure the dates and, the remaining balance is to paid 30 days prior to the start date. We proudly accept cash, check, credit card or, Zelle as methods of payment.

Fly Tying

Single Day Course

Learn the finer details of this sport by mastering specificity. This introductory fly tying course covers basic material handling, application and, finishing.

itinerary

Day begins in the classroom at 8AM and breaks for lunch mid-day. Class ends at 3PM.

Fly-tying vise and materials on a workbench overlooking a mountain river
A fly-tying bench overlooks a winding river and rugged mountain valley.
What’s Included?
  • Fly tying course and instruction
  • In-class lunch & drinks
  • Equipment & Materials
What’s Not Included?
  • Lodging or accomodations
Rates & Conditions

The cost of this course is $1.8M per student. A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure the dates and, the remaining balance is to paid 30 days prior to the start date. We proudly accept cash, check, credit card or, Zelle as methods of payment.

Close-up of a beginner fly fishing student learning to cast on a Wyoming riverbank with an instructor guiding their hands

Stillwater

Two day course

All things Chironomids and how they are utilized to target large lake dwelling Trout. This introductory course in stillwater tactics is split between a single day of classroom theory and a single day of direct instruction on the water. Learn about the unique bug cycles of stillwater bodies, the different boat setups and equipment, rods & rigs appropriate for this faction of the sport, and how to manipulate you boat for the best result.

What’s Included?
  • Stillwater course and instruction
  • In-class lunch & drinks
  • Equipment 
  • Lodging
  • Complimentary Supply Kit
What’s Not Included?
  • Wyoming fishing license
  • Protective clothing (UPF shirts, sun gloves, etc.)
  • Guide gratuity
Rates & Conditions

The cost of this course is $1.8M per student. A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure the dates and, the remaining balance is to paid 30 days prior to the start date. We proudly accept cash, check, credit card or, Zelle as methods of payment.

Why WWFFS?

01

Proven Experience

Western Wyoming Fly Fishing School is a subsidiary of Wyoming Fishing Company – and outfitter based in the Green River basin – recognized around the world for its top tier guides and record of performance.

02

Small Group Sizes

Classes are small, affording ample time for one-on-one, focused instruction. Our instructors become friends and mentors, walking you through the inaugural steps of your fly fishing journey.

03

Premier Venues

Begin your fly fishing career on waters that many seasoned veterans still keep in the back of their mind as a “bucket list” line item. Our fisheries produce some of the most coveted trophy trout in the world and, though they are challenging, you will be equipped with the knowledge to triumph. Learn here; and you can find success anywhere.

Ready to Get Started?

Pick your program, choose your dates, and let us put you on Wyoming’s finest waters with an instructor who knows them by heart.