Traveling Spey Instruction
2026 UPCOMING
Dates To BE ANNOUNCED
While my Spey Schools are built around the Bow River, not everyone can make it to Calgary—so I’m taking the program on the road. A two-day format, tailored curriculum, delivered on your home waters.
These traveling Spey Schools are limited to 5–6 students and are designed for every level—whether you’re testing the waters with two-handed casting or looking to break through a plateau before a big trip. Drawing on years of guiding for salmon, steelhead, and trout, we will focus on the real skills that make anglers effective: reading water, swing strategy, equipment fundamentals, Skagit concepts, demos, and plenty of hands-on practice.
The two-day structure lets us break everything into digestible blocks while giving you time to apply each skill on the water. It’s not just a casting class—it’s a complete framework for becoming a more confident, intentional Spey angler.
I’ll be connecting with shops and clubs across Western Canada as I finalize the 2026 schedule. If you’d like to host a school at your fly shop, club, or with a group of friends, reach out for pricing and availability. These sessions can also be paired with speaking engagements or private lessons.
If you have an idea in mind, let’s talk.
Course Curriculum Covers:
Understanding angles - wading/casting/swinging
Understanding equipment - what will work for you and your situation
Things to consider before buying equipment
Rod/line balancing - Properly balance the equipment you have
Other basic skills and various concepts of swing fishing
Understanding, execution, and diagnosis of basic Skagit casts
Presentation of a swung fly
Understanding sink tips - how, when and where to use them
Reading various water situations
What to do when you get a bite
Classes are a healthy balance of demos, discussions and hands on practical experience.
program details
Fishing items to pack include: Note pad, tablet or smartphone (for taking notes), raincoat/pants OR waders, polarized glasses, hat, sunscreen, camera/phone, water bottle, other personal items.
Spey rods/reels/lines are provided. If you have your own equipment, you are encouraged to bring it, so we can make sure it’s balanced and get you more comfortable casting it.
Gratuities are not included.