Set the hook and cast your worries away with our 2-Day Youth Fly Fishing Clinic! Join us at Gardner Camp alongside our beautiful 3-acre fishing pond and become a part of the next generation of Fly fishers to enter the sport. This is an advanced course for experienced fishermen ages 12-17.  Professional instructors will provide hands-on instruction. Youth will have the opportunity to develop fly-casting skills and techniques, learn basic knot tying, an understanding of entomology (aquatic insects), fly-rod rigging, and fly selection. Youth will have the opportunity to test their newly-found skills by setting up their own rod, casting, and fishing. Who will catch the most? Who will have the best cast?

All equipment will be provided by our instructor for use during the clinic. Youth may bring his/her own fly rod. Bug Spray and sunscreen will be available. Snack/ drink will be provided.

This event is provided in partnership with the Illinois Conservation Foundation. There is no cost and it is open to boys & girls ages 12-17. If youth is 16 years of age or older, they must have a state of IL fishing license. Pre-registration is required and space is limited to 10 youth. Registration will close when limit is met. Register here: https://form.jotform.com/231563976829169.