Fly Fishing

Take part in Wintergreen's Orvis-endorsed Fly Fishing School at Lake Monocan and learn this rewarding skill from the pros. Guided Fly Fishing Trips also available.

Be sure to take a minute and check out our new Fly Fishing Package, two days and one night of Virginia's best Fly Fishing and instruction!

Wintergreen Resort's Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing School and Guiding Services

Nestled in 11,000 acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Wintergreen is in close proximity to some of the best fly fishing Virginia has to offer. Quiet valley ponds and lakes, cascading mountain streams, and the nearby James River provide guests with a variety of angling opportunities. Wintergreen's Fly Fishing services are designed to accommodate the inexperienced to the expert angler. Wintergreen's Orvis-Endorsed instructors have the perfect classroom setting at Lake Monocan to introduce students to the art of Fly Fishing, or anglers can experience the thrill of fishing for trout in the mountains or smallmouth on the legendary James River with a knowledgeable and friendly guide.

Wintergreen Resort's Orvis-Endorsed Fly Fishing School

Wintergreen offers half and full day fly fishing classes under the watchful eye of an Orvis-Endorsed instructor. Fly-casting instruction is based on The Orvis Progressive Method to Fly Casting and inexperienced to expert casters are welcome. All instruction includes the use of Orvis fly rods and equipment, and all classes are held at the facilities at Lake Monocan and on the private ponds surrounding Stoney Creek.

- Corporate Group Classes and Services Available

4-Hour Beginner Fly Fishing Class

8am - 12 noon or 1pm - 5pm
The 4-hour beginner class is available for individuals or families on a daily basis. All 4 hour classes are private and are taught with no more than a 4:1 student/instructor ratio to ensure the highest quality learning experience. Students meet at the Lake Monocan facility. The course will begin with a classroom presentation including a discussion of rods, reels, lines, flies, and knot tying. After a demonstration of the Orvis Progressive Method to Fly Casting, students will have an opportunity to try their hand at casting. Students will also learn hook setting, fish fighting techniques, and proper handling/release of fish.

4 Hour Class: $145

- 48 hours notice is usually required for bookings

Full Day Fly Fishing Class

9am - 4pm
The full day class is available for individuals or families interested in becoming fully immersed in fly fishing. All full day classes are private and are taught with no more than a 4:1 student/instructor ratio to ensure the highest quality learning experience. Students meet at the Lake Monocan facility. The course begins with a classroom presentation of rods, reels and fly lines. Students will then be instructed The Orvis Progressive Method to Fly Casting in 2 parts before lunch. After lunch, there will be a discussion on leaders and knot tying, followed by a presentation on fly selection and tips on how to handle, photograph, and release fish. Students will finish out the day practicing fishing techniques, hook setting, and fishing a variety of flies.

8 Hour Class: $245

Two Hour Orvis Endorsed Casting Class

The two hour beginner class is a scaled down version of the four hour beginner class. A great option for children eight and up to participate with their parents, or for those on business with only enough time for a two hour retreat

Two Hour Class $100 per person (minimum of four people preferred)

- 48 hours notice will be required for booking

Guided Trout Fishing Trips

Wintergreen offers half and full day guided trout fishing trips for fly fishermen on private water on Stoney Creek or on nearby streams. Wintergreen's Stoney Creek is a private freestone mountain stream that has predictable spring and summer insect hatches and a large population of wild and stocked brook trout. For anglers looking to explore the surrounding area, trips may also be taken to a number of other nearby mountain streams or special regulation trout water. We use no more than a 2:1 angler/guide ratio to ensure the highest level of attention. Our approach to guiding is to put the angler on fish that he/she can catch, and to suggest flies and techniques that have proven effective on the waters being fished. The emphasis is on safety, enjoyment and catching fish. Instruction is available upon request. Lunch and drinks are provided for full day trips.

Half Day 1 Person (4 Hours on Water)	$145
Half Day 2 People (4 Hours on Water)	$215
Full Day 1 Person (8 Hours Plus Lunch)	$245
Full Day 2 People (8 Hours Plus Lunch)	$325

- 48 hours notice will be required for booking

Float Fishing Trips

Wintergreen offers full day float trips for smallmouth bass on the legendary James River for spin or fly anglers. Anglers will meet at Lake Monocan or at a designated boat landing on the James. Our guides are experienced boatmen and have an intimate knowledge of the river. We fish from the finest quality Fishcraft™ river raft and our boat is equipped with the highest quality rods and tackle available. Our boat accommodates 2 anglers plus the guide. Multiple boats may be available upon request. Drinks and a streamside lunch are provided. Float trips generally last between 7 and 8 hours.

Float Trip (8 hours including lunch, 1 or 2 people per boat): $350

- 48 hours notice will be required for booking

For all Fly Fishing services, gear is provided. For more information regarding scheduling and rates, call 434-325-8181.