I am looking for a fly fishing lodge for myself and my dad to go to in July. We don't get to spend much time together so I want to make sure he will be happy and comfortable on this little outing. It should preferably be on the North or South American continents (including Canada and Alaska).

We have been deep sea fishing before so something on a river would be nice.

Also if we could do some hunting that would be a great bonus.

Any help very much appreciated.

bulldog,
I have never heard of a lodge that had fly fishing instructions. I have fly fished since I was 12 years old and it is not something that is learned quickly or overnight. I think you would be far better off just going fishing in a manner that will provide you some enjoyment.

Fly fishing done successfully most often requires perfect casts to fish that are wary and your catch as a novice will likely be slim to none.

If you are interested in tying into some big salmon you might try this outfit. I have fished with them and the operation is first class. They run all the way from very remote sites accessed by sea plane to ones you can drive to. The fishing is generally good and the scenery is spectacular.

You might try contacting some of the fly fishing specialty shops such as

http://bluequillangler.com

that advertise clinics.

Also the following is from one of Cabela's fishing "adventure" packages (see their web site)

Colorado Fly Fishing

Colorado's most extensive fly fishing guide service offers access to some of the best private water in the state. With exclusive leases in the Front Range, central Colorado and northwestern Colorado, this outfitter consistently produces excellent trout fishing. Packages include lodging and meals at local B&Bs or guest ranches, and range from as short as only a day of fishing, up to a full week. If you're going to be spending some time in the Denver area, you should seriously consider adding a couple of days to your trip, as this outfitter has access to some of the best private streams in the Front Range. Their guides are professional fly fishermen, capable of instructing novice anglers as well as challenging the most seasoned of experts.

Good luck.

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Originally posted by Customstox:

Fly fishing done successfully most often requires perfect casts to fish that are wary and your catch as a novice will likely be slim to none.

Fishing a dry fly hatch on a western spring creek, this might be the case. But it is certainly not the norm.

Try this outfit:

http://www.fglodge.com/index.htm

The Green River in Utah has world class fly fishing. The Lodge can provide guides and instruction, either a float trip or walk and wade.

I don't remember if the Cicada hatch occurs in July, but if it does, it's very good dry fly fishing.

Most of the fishing is with nymphs, precision casts aren't required, and catching 30+ fish in a day as a beginner would not be unreasonable.

Good luck!