What an awesome event. I had the opportunity to teach our Saltwater Fly Fishing School at Airlie Gardens here in Wilmington this past weekend and the students did an amazing job. The purpose of the course was to teach these hungry saltwater fly anglers how to fish like the best in the business. That includes casting instruction in techniques like the double haul for more line speed, accuracy and distance, learning how to build a leader from scratch, rigging a fly reel and how to appropriately use the lifting power of the fly rod to gain as much as 16 lbs of force on the leader end!

We also had time to discuss the fishing opportunities around the Cape Fear Coast in detail and watch some great DVD fishing action we have been filming here during our outings. A big thank you to the staff and crew of Airlie Gardens for an amazing retreat for this program and Manhatten Cafe for hot coffee and a wonderful catered breakfast each morning.

Congratulations Saltwater Fly Fishing grads, I look forward to seeing you hone your skills on the water this season.

If you are interested in joining us for the June Saltwater Fly Fishing School on the 9th & 10th feel free to call 910-233-4520 or email me at sethvernon@hotmail.com .