River Run offers a variety of classes geared at teaching you the "fine art" of fly fishing. From tying flies to actually getting them wet, there’s something to learn here for everyone.  Two-day fly fishing schools are being scheduled as requested. Call and check on our two-people special rate. Classes include 1/2 day classroom learning about equipment, knots, aquatic entomology, water reading, stream etiquette, plus tips on continuing your learning process. The afternoon is at the water learning basic casts. Second day is on the water refining your casting, learning various presentation techniques and catching fish. All equipment is furnished. We have an excellent selection at our store if you prefer to purchase your equipment. Classes run from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day. Contact us for cost and lodging recommendations.  If this program does not meet your needs, we can tailor a program which will.  Just ask. 

Fly Fishing Clinics 

• April 17, 2010 - Women’s Fly Fishing Clinic - basic
• May 22, 2010 - Open Fly Fishing Clinic (Men & Women) - basic
• June 12, 2010 - Advanced Clinic (Men & Women) advanced casting and presentation techniques

Clinics will each be held from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Basic clinics will include classroom time learning about equipment, understanding of leaders, tippet, fly lines, knots, a little about bugs and their importance in fly fishing. Streamside work on basic casting, presentation and line management.  Lunch is included as well as equipment, if needed. Fee for the clinic is $75.00. Call and reserve your space now. Clinic size is limited. Give us a call if you are intersted - 1-417-332-0460.

Our 2009/2010 fly tying classes begin in November.  Both Basic and "Fly of the Month" clinics will be offered. The basic clinics will introduce you to equipment, materials, working with dubbing, hackles, and tying 1-2 basic patterns.  The "Fly of the Month" will feature how to tie and discussions on how to fish flies such as: Sculpins, Soft Hackles, Crackle Backs and Midges. All fly tying and casting sessions will begin at 9:00 a.m. and run until 1:00 p.m. All materials and equipment are furnished.  Classes sizes are limited. Sign up basis - first come, first served - (417)332-0460

Free Fly Tying Class Schedule:

November 7, 2009 - Basic Fly Tying

November 14, 2009 - Egg patterns,  and San Juan worms

November 21, 2009 - Sculpins and Leeches

November 28 - Thanksgiving Weekend - No Clinic

December 5, 2009 - Basic Fly Tying

December 12, 2009 - Stimulator

December 19, 2009 - Terrestrials (Ants/Beetles)

December 26, 2009 - Christmas Weekend - No Clinic

January 2, 2010 - Happy New Year! - No Clinic

January 9, 2010 - Basic Fly Tying

January 16, 2010 - Big Ugly

January 23, 2010 - 56er

January 30, 2010 - Midges and Sculpins

February 6, 2010 - Basic Fly Tying 

February 13, 2010 - Copper John

February 20, 2010 - WD40 and RS2

February 27, 2010 - Flashback Scuds and more

March 6, 2010 - Basic Fly Tying

March 13, 2010 - Soft Hackle and Crackleback

March 20, 2010 - Dry flies/Bi-Visible

March 27, 2010 - Terrestrials (Hoppers, foam and hair)

April 3, 2010 - HAPPY EASTER! - No clinic

April 10, 2010 - Basic Fly Tying