Trout 'n About
A Women’s Introductory Fly Fishing Clinic
June 21–22, 2025 in Laramie, WY
Hosted by Laramie Valley Trout Unlimited & The Wyoming Wildlife Federation
Join us for a two-day, women-led fly fishing experience designed for beginners. On the first day you’ll learn the basics of gear, casting, river reading, and fly selection—all with hands-on guidance and expert support. Day two will be putting that information to use fishing at private ponds and river access. There will be equipment for you to use including rods, but we encourage you to bring your own if you have it. Walk away with the confidence to fish on your own and connect with other women who love the outdoors.
$20/person - limited space!
Equipment will be provided for participants to use. We encourage you to get familiar with and use your own gear if you have it. Lunch will be provided on the second day.
Please be sure to have a valid Wyoming Fishing License
Weekend Agenda
Day 1: Know Before You Go
🕙 10:00am–3:00pm
📍 Wyoming Game and Fish Department Classroom
📍 1212 S Adams St, Laramie, WY 82070
Light snacks, coffee, and lunch provided
We’ll cover the foundations of fly fishing:
✓ Understanding fly rods, reels, lines, and tippets (what all those numbers mean!)
✓ Learn two essential knots: the Clinch Knot and the Surgeon’s Knot
✓ Basics of aquatic insect life (entomology) & conservation—and how that ties into fly selection
✓ An introduction to casting and handling a fly rod
Door prizes included!
Day 2: On the Water
🕘 9:00am–3:00pm(ish)
📍 Meet at WGFD Parking Lot at 9:00am (carpool to private water access)
Lunch Provided (Sandwich boxes from Mccalisters)
Put your skills to the test:
✓ Hands-on casting practice with expert guidance
✓ Learn to read water: riffles, pools, seams, and where fish hold
✓ One-on-one support with a mentor—just you and one other student
✓ From your first cast to first catch, we’ll be right there with you