Catch It

Fly Fishing Classes and Guided Instruction

Designed specifically for new anglers, our Catch It package combines hands-on instruction, guided fishing days, and the fundamentals you need to confidently begin your fly-fishing journey. Whether you’re brand new to the sport or looking to strengthen your foundational skills, this immersive, educational trip helps you learn the essentials while experiencing Montana’s world-class waters.

Our instructors will teach you everything from knots and casting to reading water, handling fish properly, and practicing conservation-minded catch and release. You’ll learn step-by-step in the classroom, at our spring-fed pond, and on the river, with each day building on the last. This is the perfect adventure for beginners, families, or anyone who wants structured learning, supportive guidance, and memorable fishing experiences in the Ruby Valley.

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Trip Details

Price / Person

$4,220 double occupancy

$4,835 single occupancy

Length of Stay

4 Days / 5 Nights

Includes

Four days of guided walk/wade fishing trips on public and private property, with float-trip upgrades available. Classroom instruction from experienced guides. Option to add an Orvis starter kit. Lodging and meals.

The Experience

Learn Fly Fishing in Montana

Day 1

Foundations & Casting Basics

Your first day begins with classroom instruction and practice at UCO’s pond. Learn to assemble your rod and reel, tie essential knots, understand the basics of entomology, and practice key casting techniques including roll casts, forward casts, and steeple casts. By the end of the day, you’ll have a solid foundation and be ready to take your skills to moving water.

Day 2

Walk-Wade Instruction on the River

Take your newly acquired skills to the river with a guided walk-and-wade session on public water. Learn to read currents, mend your line, set the hook, and land your first trout. Your guide will focus on dry/dropper techniques, proper fish handling, and catch-and-release best practices, giving you the confidence to fish safely and effectively.

Day 3

Bigger Fish & Advanced Nymphing

Head to the tailwater sections of the Ruby River for an opportunity to catch larger trout and refine your nymphing skills. This day emphasizes reading water, presenting flies accurately, and improving technique, helping you tackle more challenging fishing situations while enjoying the beauty of Montana’s rivers.

Day 4

Private Water or Custom Adventure

Enjoy a guided day on private water, where you can focus on precision casting and landing trophy trout. Alternatively, upgrade to a float trip for a different river perspective, or take a break from fishing to explore Montana on horseback or side-by-side. This day is all about customizing your experience to your interests.

Day 5

Checkout or Extra Unguided Fishing

Check out from UCO or extend your trip with an optional extra day of guided or unguided fishing. Whether you continue to fish or simply enjoy the Montana scenery, this is the perfect way to end your beginner fly fishing adventure.

fly fisherman on the Ruby river, Montana

The Rivers

The Ruby Valley region offers an exceptional variety of fisheries, from small technical tributaries to broad, iconic Montana rivers. The Ruby River alone provides everything from high-country dry-fly action with multiple trout species (and even grayling) to productive tailwater sections known for strong browns and rainbows. Within easy reach of the ranch, anglers can also access the Beaverhead/Poindexter Slough for spring-creek-style wading, the Jefferson for trophy brown trout opportunities, and the legendary Madison, one of Montana’s premier blue-ribbon fisheries. Together, these waters create a diverse fishing experience where anglers can chase numbers, size, technical challenges, and even the “Ruby Grand Slam.”

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