Fly Fishing School

There are many good programs out there to choose from, but in our (not so) humble opinion, we have an edge.

How so?

  • All Women: Our instructors, and our students, are women. This creates a stress-free, safe, and enjoyable environment in which to learn.

  • All Inclusive*: Everything takes place at one beautiful location. Lodging, meals, and instruction are covered in your tuition.Loaner rods and reels are available for all students.

  • All Levels: Designed for the never-evers who have never held a rod and reel, all the way through advanced anglers looking to improve their technique and shake off the winter dust.

  • All Fun: We require a hearty chuckle at least once a day!! You’ve trusted us with your time and we will do our best to ensure you’re happy when you head home.

    *Waders and wading boots are available for rental at a local fly shop.

2027 Linda Hotchkiss Fly Fishing School
& Warm-up Weekend
Ten Mile River Preserve, Dover Plains, NY
Thursday, April 22 - Sunday, April 25, 2027

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  • We will review the basics of fly fishing in the classroom before heading out to the lawn to learn how to cast a fly rod. Once students grasp the general idea, they will put those new skills to work on the water.

  • Anglers will spend most of their time on the water for more advanced instruction including reading the water, picking the right fly, casting techniques, and mending the line.

    • Instruction provided by JASC board members and longtime anglers who are as happy to be there as you are. Our instructors gladly share their knowledge and experience in order to give you the skills and confidence you need to get out on the water and fly fish.

    • Classroom sessions to learn the basics

    • Small group and individualized casting instruction

    • On-water instruction to gain practical experience while learning safe wading, casting, hooking, landing and safely releasing fish. Advanced anglers will have the opportunity to improve their technique and learn new casts.

    • Our program kicks off with dinner on Thursday and concludes after breakfast on Sunday

    • Lodging, meals, and instruction will be at Ten Mile River Preserve in Dover Plains, NY. Anglers will share double rooms with en-suite bathrooms in the club’s main lodge.

    • The cost of the all-inclusive 2027 school is $995.00 per angler. Your 2027 JASC membership is included with your tuition.

    • Registration is on a first come, first served basis and is limited to 10 students.

    • All rooms are double occupancy with en suite bathrooms. If you wish to specify a roommate, please indicate this on your registration form.

    • Please indicate any special dietary needs.

  • The Juliana’s unexpectedly lost former Club President Linda Hotchkiss on July 1, 2017 while Linda and then Club President, Kat Rollin, were in Ireland attending a fly fishing show as celebrity fly tiers.

    Linda’s passing left a hole in our hearts, and the hearts of many. Her incredible love of people was demonstrated by her days as a volunteer ambulance driver, sailing instructor for children, and raising and training companion dogs for the disabled.

    Linda’s infectious laugh and unfailing good cheer welcomed many a new angler into our midst. Linda will be mightily missed and we have re-named our spring school in her honor as the Linda Hotchkiss Memorial Spring School & Warm-Up Weekend.

  • Please email us at info@julianasanglers.com