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Enjoy over 400 acres of lush landscape during this fly-fishing school in Millbrook, New York.
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Nestled in the heart of upstate New York, Sandanona's famed sporting grounds beckon anglers with more than 400 acres of lush landscape and placid casting ponds. Experience isn't required as our expert staff of fly fishing school instructors helps you master everything from setting up the rod, to fly selection and knots, to how to safely release your catch. Fly fishing classes are held in comfortable classrooms and on the sporting grounds. Choose our one-day or two-day school.
You'll experience it all at the Millbrook, New York Fly Fishing School:
Please note: Our rates for schools are set to increase in 2025.
Cancellation Policy & Fees:
If the reservation is cancelled 60+ days from your school date, Orvis will offer a full refund back theOriginal method of payment, or the reservation can be transferred to another available school. If the reservation is cancelled 30-60 days from the date of the school, the customer will have a choice between a refund of 50% or transferring the reservation to another available school. On cancellations 29 days or less there is no refund and no transfer. There will be no refund extended to students who do not attend their scheduled school and do not notify the school within the timeframes listed in this policy. Any reservation that has been transferred to a different date cannot be later cancelled without 100% payment penalty.
For questions please contact Orvis School and Reservations (toll free) 866-531-6213
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Learn More
Both 1 & 2 Day Schools offer small class sizes – a 4:1 student-to-instructor ratio.
If you want to learn more, please reach out to the Schools Team and request the specific itinerary for your chosen Orvis School location.
Activities
Sporting clays Private wingshooting instruction
Other Activities in the Area
Antiquing Golf Horseback riding Hiking Hudson River kayaking Rail Trail Wineries Spa Tennis Tour historic homes of Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Vanderbilts Dine at and tour the Culinary Institute of America
Question: When does the fly fishing school start and end? What will we be doing during the day? How long will we be fishing?
Answer - Refer to the fly fishing school itinerary for the schedule.
Question: What is included in the price of the school?
Answer - Use of Orvis fly rods/reels, leaders, flies, and where necessary waders, vests and fishing licenses.
Question: Is lodging included?
Answer - No. Lodging arrangements are made separately by the students.
Question: Are meals included?
Answer - Lunch is the only meal included in the fishing school tuition price.
Question: Where can I stay?
Answer - At nearby lodging of your choice.
Question: How many people will be in the fly fishing class?
Answer - That depends on the school. The range is 12 to 36 students, always with a ratio of one instructor for every four students.
Question: Do we stop the school because of weather?
Answer - No.
Question: How much time is spent in the classroom vs. fly casting and fishing?
Answer - See school itinerary on specific school page.
Question: Can you bring your own fly fishing equipment?
Answer - Yes.
Question: Is this class for intermediate anglers?
Answer - Yes. In fly casting lessons, we adjust our instruction to the individual student’s level.
Question: What is the cancellation policy?
Answer - If the reservation is cancelled 60+ days from your school date, Orvis will offer a full refund back theOriginal method of payment, or the reservation can be transferred to another available school. If the reservation is cancelled 30-60 days from the date of the school, the customer will have a choice between a refund of 50% or transferring the reservation to another available school. On cancellations 29 days or less there is no refund and no transfer. There will be no refund extended to students who do not attend their scheduled school and do not notify the school within the timeframes listed in this policy. Any reservation that has been transferred to a different date cannot be later cancelled without 100% payment penalty. For questions please contact Orvis School and Reservations (toll free) 866-531-6213
Question: What other recreation is available near the school?
Answer - See information on specific school page.
Question: Will I be able to attend the same class as my son/wife/etc, even though I am an intermediate and they are a beginner?
Answer - Yes. In casting, we adjust our instruction to the individual student’s level.
Question: Are there opportunities for guided flyfishing afterwards?
Answer - Yes. See information on specific school page, school itinerary or inquire directly to your fly fishing school instructor.