PHED 1510 - Introduction to Fly Fishing

1 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to the art and science of fly fishing. Fly fishing is both a meditative and a scientific pursuit. The purpose of this course is to help students develop the skills, tactics and procedures needed for successful fly fishing for trout and warm water fish species. Instruction will include basic fly tying, fly casting, aquatic ecology, fly fishing tactics, angling ethics and cold water conservation. Students will participate in casting, tying knots, lectures, presentations and field trips to a local river.

Note(s): This course may count as an elective credit at a university or in programs that have general electives.

Prerequisite(s): None. Corequisite(s): None.

General Education Requirement: No
TN Transfer Pathway: No

Roane State Community College

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PHED 1510 - Introduction to Fly Fishing