We have made the unfortunate decision to cancel this Sunday’s event at GGACC due to low registration numbers but we look forward to future events coming soon! Please subscribe to our mailing list for upcoming announcements.
We are pleased to be offering youth-only casting sessions led by Certified Casting Instructors as well as a knot-tying course at the Golden Gate Angling & Casting Club (GGACC) in partnership with the Bay Area Youth Fly Fishers (BAYFF). The first session is Sunday, July 9th, 2023 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. The course will be focused on novice casters between the ages of 10 and 13 or 5th to 7th grades. Rods and knot-tying needs are supplied for young casters. We will keep the two casting sessions to one hour each with the alternate hour being the knot-tying and afterward lunch will be served.
For ages 10-13, A parent or Guardian must be in attendance during the entire event and the release must be signed.
Time Activity
09:00 am Check-in
09:20 am Welcome, BAY-FF Overview, Event Schedule, Activity Sessions
09:30 am Casting and Knot tying session Group I (one) begins
10:30 am Break
10:45 am Casting and Knot tying session Group II (two) begins
11:45 am Lunch (youth tickets for lunch included) *additional lunch tickets may be purchased for $5 each)
12:30 pm Wrap up
We look forward to hosting you at the GGACC!
BAYFF leadership has been monitoring the COVID-19 situation closely.
Given CDC guidelines and the recent announcement ordering “shelter in place” in the Bay Area, we will be postponing all upcoming events until further notice.
All registrants will be refunded, and we will reach out once we reschedule.
Best wishes and good health,
- the BAYFF team
Photo by: Val Atkinson
Featuring Women’s World Fly Casting Champion - Maxine McCormick
CalTrout invites you to the International Fly FIshing Film Festival (IF4).
Maxine McCormick, the youngest world fly casting champion in history, will be present at the Larkspur and Orinda screenings. Come early to say hi!
Doors open at 6:30pm, show starts at 7:00pm.
Maxine is the star of IF4 official film selection “Poetry in Motion,” sponsored by CalTrout.
Families and students welcome! Come learn about the importance of protecting California’s fish and rivers for future generations through the lens of fly fishing.
All proceeds from the event benefit CalTrout and its work to ensure resilient populations of wild fish living in healthy waters for a better California.
About: The International Fly Fishing Film Festival includes short and feature-length films produced by professional filmmakers from all corners of the globe. Come see the passion, lifestyle, and culture of fly fishing, learn about CalTrout’s conservation work in your area, and win some great raffle prizes!
Questions? Contact events@caltrout.org
Photo by: Val Atkinson
Featuring Women’s World Fly Casting Champion - Maxine McCormick
CalTrout invites you to the International Fly FIshing Film Festival (IF4).
Maxine McCormick, the youngest world fly casting champion in history, will be present at the Larkspur and Orinda screenings. Come early to say hi!
Doors open at 6:30pm, show starts at 7:00pm.
Maxine is the star of IF4 official film selection “Poetry in Motion,” sponsored by CalTrout.
Families and students welcome! Come learn about the importance of protecting California’s fish and rivers for future generations through the lens of fly fishing.
All proceeds from the event benefit CalTrout and its work to ensure resilient populations of wild fish living in healthy waters for a better California.
About: The International Fly Fishing Film Festival includes short and feature-length films produced by professional filmmakers from all corners of the globe. Come see the passion, lifestyle, and culture of fly fishing, learn about CalTrout’s conservation work in your area, and win some great raffle prizes!
Questions? Contact events@caltrout.org
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The Bay Area Youth Fly Fishers is a collaborative partnership of local angling & casting clubs and conservation organizations dedicated to enabling a new generation of fly fishers and conservation minded youth.
Kids ages 9-12 years old are invited to an introduction to fly fishing at The Oakland Casting Club pools in McCrea Memorial Park in the Oakland hills. This event is aimed at drawing families who value fun learning activities for their children and grandchildren that reward patience and practice. Kids will learn about Casting & Equipment, Knots & Rigging, and Conservation – important skills and knowledge they’ll need to fish with family, friends, mentors and fishing guides.
All equipment and materials will be provided for the Youth Participants.
Additional Bay Area Youth Events will be scheduled in 2019 to reinforce accomplishments and skills progression.
Please Note: All BAYFF sponsored learning sessions, require full-time adult parent or guardian supervision and the signing of liability and photo release forms in advance, through registration on EventBrite.
Time Activity
9:30 am Check-in opens
10:00 Opening remarks and overview
10:15 1st Learning Session
11:00 2nd Learning Session
11:45 Snack time & family play
12:15 pm 3rd Learning Session
1:00 Optional extra practice, park play and clean-up
1:30 Event ends
Youth participant tickets are $10.00; Adults and non-participating youth are free to observe.
Youth must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Adults will be able to observe their kids, and in small groups experience fly or plug casting as well.
What to bring? Clothing layers, rain wear, sun/safety glasses, hat, sunscreen, notebook/pen,
picnic blanket and/or small camp chairs (extra seating is limited).
Questions? Contact us.
As part of BAYFF, Golden Gate Trout Unlimited’s 18th Annual First Cast Day will be held at the Marin Civic Center Lagoon on Sunday, Sep 15, 2019. Youth ages 10-18 years old (accompanied by their parents or guardian) are invited to an introduction to fly fishing.
This event is aimed at drawing families who value fun learning activities for their children and grandchildren that reward patience and practice.
Registration for the event is free, limited to 36 participants. Activities commence at 8:30 AM. The participants will rotate through six teaching stations, with 30 minutes spent at each station, which include:
Reading the Waters,
Gear & Rigging
Knots
Fly Casting
Fly Tying
Entomology
Adults may also take lessons with a Master Casting Instructor, learning not only how to fly cast like a champion, but also how to coach their youngster in fly casting.
A BBQ lunch will be served with cheeseburgers, hotdogs, salads, fruit, beverages, and chocolate chip cookies.
Please note: the event location will be at the Civic Center Lagoon picnic area on the south side of the lagoon near the playground on Civic Center Drive, San Rafael.
Chris Korich, World Casting Champion and U.S. Team Coach, along with volunteer instructors from famous Bay Area angling & casting clubs, are helping prepare local kids (ages 9-12) for future fly fishing opportunities.
FUN fly casting and knot tying sessions will cover the following foundational skills.
Proper Grip & Stance Alignment
Roll Casting & Short Aerial Casts
Line Extending & Retrieving
How To Land Fish & Release
Basic Knot Tying & Home Practice
Tackle Care & Repair
This youth-oriented instruction is focused on teaching FUN-damental skills, drills and casting games, so youngsters can learn to master shorter casts, tie basic knots, and fish with more experienced anglers or guides!
Location: The Oakland Casting Club (see map)
Date: Saturday, May 18th 2019
Time: 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Cost: $6.00
Includes All equipment & lesson supplies
Please Note: All BAYFF club sponsored learning sessions, require full-time adult parent or guardian supervision and the signing of liability and photo release forms in advance, through registration on EventBrite.
This event will be limited to the first 16 youth participants to register, so don’t delay!
Image credit: Marissa Leshnov
The Bay Area Youth Fly Fishers is a collaborative partnership of Bay Area Fly Fishing and Conservation organizations dedicated to enabling a new generation of fly fishers and conservation minded youth.
Kids ages 9-12 years old are invited to an introduction to fly fishing at the Los Gatos Creek County Park Flycasters Casting Ponds in Campbell, CA. This event is aimed at drawing families who value fun learning activities for their children and grandchildren and reward patience and practice. Kids will learn about Fly Casting, Knots & Rigging, Fly Tying, and Conservation – all they’ll need to fish with family, friends, mentors and guides.
All equipment and materials will be provided for the Youth Participants.
Additional Bay Area Youth Events will be scheduled in 2019 to reinforce accomplishments and skills progression.
Please Note: All BAYFF sponsored learning sessions, require full-time adult parent or guardian supervision and the signing of liability and photo release forms in advance, through registration on EventBrite.
Update: Youth tickets have now sold out! Please visit our calendar to see additional upcoming events.
Please note: There is a daily vehicle entry fee is $6 per vehicle (pay at pay station at park entrance). Free parking is available outside of the park on Dell Ave. and adjacent streets. Please do not park in the adjacent business parking lots, they will tow.
Time Activity
8:45 am Check-in opens
9:15 Welcome, BAY-FF & Flycasters Overview, Event Schedule, Activity Sessions
9:30 Morning Activity Sessions
11:00 Break / Snack Time
11:15 Mid-Morning Activity Sessions
12:45pm Sessions Summary & Next Steps
1:00 Event Finished
Youth participant tickets are $10.00; Adults and non-participating youth are free to observe
Youth must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
Adults will be able to observe their kids, and in small groups learn fly fishing skills as well.
What to bring? Clothing layers, rainwear, sun/safety glasses (no glasses no classes), hat, sunscreen,
notebook/pen, picnic blanket/small camp chairs (seating is quite limited).
Questions? Contact us.
Chris Korich, World Casting Champion and U.S. Team Coach, along with volunteer instructors from famous Bay Area angling & casting clubs, are helping prepare local kids (ages 9-12) for future fly fishing opportunities.
FUN fly casting and knot tying sessions will cover the following foundational skills.
Proper Grip & Stance Alignment
Roll Casting & Short Aerial Casts
Line Extending & Retrieving
How To Land Fish & Release
Basic Knot Tying & Home Practice
Tackle Care & Repair
This youth-oriented instruction is focused on teaching FUN-damental skills, drills and casting games, so youngsters can learn to master shorter casts, tie basic knots, and fish with more experienced anglers or guides!
Location: The Oakland Casting Club (see map)
Date: Saturday, April 20th 2019
Time: 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Cost: $6.00
Includes All equipment & lesson supplies
Please Note: All BAYFF club sponsored learning sessions, require full-time adult parent or guardian supervision and the signing of liability and photo release forms in advance, through registration on EventBrite.
This event will be limited to the first 16 youth participants to register, so don’t delay!
Don’t miss our special
Guest Demonstrator!
Photos of Maxine by: Marissa Leshnov
Like many BAYFF kids, Maxine McCormick started learning to cast and fly fish when she was 9. At age 12, she became the youngest adult division GOLD medalist and World Champion in sports history!
3-Time World Fly Casting Champion in accuracy and distance events
3 Gold, 1 Silver and 1 Bronze medal at 2016 and 2018 WC of Flycasting
2 World Records in both accuracy and distance events
4 consecutive years on prestigious All American Team since 2015
Top female accuracy fly caster in North America since 2014
Holds all National Junior fly casting records for ages 9-12
Presented with 'California Legislature Assembly Resolution Award' in 2016
Inducted into 'The California Outdoors Hall of Fame' in 2019
The Bay Area Youth Fly Fishers is a collaborative partnership of Bay Area Fly Fishing and Conservation organizations dedicated to enabling a new generation of fly fishers and conservation minded youth.
Kids ages 9-12 years old are invited to an introduction to fly fishing at the world famous Golden Gate Angling & Casting Club in San Francisco. This event is aimed at drawing younger families who value fun learning activities for their children and reward patience and practice. Kids will learn about Fly Casting, Knots & Rigging, Fly Tying, and Conservation – all they’ll need to fish with family, friends, mentors and guides.
Additional Bay Area Youth Events will be scheduled in 2019 to reinforce accomplishments and skills progression.
Special guest Maxine McCormick will be providing a demonstration during lunch.
Youth tickets have sold out, however we are still accepting registration for Adult attendees (free to observe), volunteers, and lunch tickets.
Time Activity
09:30 am Check-in opens
10:00 Welcome, BAY-FF Overview, Event Schedule, Activity Sessions
10:15 Morning Activity Sessions
12:00 noon Maxine McCormick Demonstration + Lunch (kids tickets include lunch, additional lunch tickets may be purchased for $6 ea)
12:45 Afternoon Activity Sessions
2:30 Event Closing
Youth participant tickets (including lunch) are $10.00; Adults and non-participating youth are free to observe, additional lunch tickets may be purchased for $6
Youth must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
Adults will be able to observe their kids, and in small groups learn fly fishing skills as well.
What to bring? Clothing layers, rainwear, sun/safety glasses, hat, sunscreen, notebook/pen.
Questions? Contact us.
Chris Korich (World Casting Champion and U.S. Team Coach) and fellow volunteer instructors at Bay Area angling & casting clubs, are helping prepare local kids (ages 9-12) for future fly fishing opportunities.
FUN youth casting sessions will emphasize the following foundational fly fishing skills, conservation and safety education:
Grip & Stance Alignment (at targets!)
Roll Casting
Pick Up & Lay-Down casts
Line Extending & Retrieving
Fish hooking, fighting & releasing
Eye, skin and water safety
While pre-teen instruction will focus on learning basic fly casting skills by performing FUN drills and playing games, we will also be teaching your child about proper tackle use, set-up/take-down, maintenance, and basic knot tying.
Location: The Oakland Casting Club (see map)
Date: Sunday, November 4, 2018
Time: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Cost: $10.00 (tickets)
Includes All equipment & lesson supplies
Please Note: All BAYFF club sponsored casting sessions, require full-time adult parent or guardian supervision and the signing of liability and photo release forms, before or at event registration.
Youth ages 10-18 are invited to the First Cast Day held at the Marin Civic Center Lagoon, Sunday, Sep 16, 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Limited to 36 participants.
Participants will cycle through 6 activity stations (30 min each) to include Reading the Waters, Gear & Rigging, Key Knots, Fly Casting, Fly Tying, and Entomology. This will be followed by a drawing (each participant receives a raffle ticket) for tackle, gear, and other fly fishing equipment, and a delicious FREE BBQ lunch.
Participants with accompanying adult supervision will be invited to coached fishing outings on Alpine Lake and Putah Creek to reinforce First Cast Day learning.
Location: Civic Center Lagoon picnic area on the south side of the lagoon near the playground on Civic Center Drive, San Rafael.
To register, please contact Larry Lack:
Phone: 415-307-5363
Email: larry.lack17@att.net
Chris Korich (World Casting Champion and U.S. Team Coach) and fellow volunteer instructors at Bay Area angling & casting clubs, are helping prepare local kids (ages 8-12) for future fly fishing opportunities.
FUN youth casting sessions will emphasize the following foundational fly fishing skills, conservation and safety education:
While pre-teen instruction will focus on learning basic fly casting skills by performing FUN drills and playing games, we will also be teaching your child about proper tackle use, set-up/take-down, maintenance, and basic knot tying.
Please Note: All BAYFF club sponsored casting sessions, require full-time adult parent or guardian supervision and the signing of liability and photo release forms, before or at event registration.
Chris Korich (World Casting Champion and U.S. Team Coach) and fellow volunteer instructors at Bay Area angling & casting clubs, are helping prepare local kids (ages 8-12) for future fly fishing opportunities.
FUN youth casting sessions will emphasize the following foundational fly fishing skills, conservation and safety education:
While pre-teen instruction will focus on learning basic fly casting skills by performing FUN drills and playing games, we will also be teaching your child about proper tackle use, set-up/take-down, maintenance, and basic knot tying.
Please Note: All BAYFF club sponsored casting sessions, require full-time adult parent or guardian supervision and the signing of liability and photo release forms, before or at event registration.
Chris Korich (World Casting Champion and U.S. Team Coach) and fellow volunteer instructors at Bay Area angling & casting clubs, are helping prepare local kids (ages 8-12) for future fly fishing opportunities.
FUN youth casting sessions will emphasize the following foundational fly fishing skills, conservation and safety education:
While pre-teen instruction will focus on learning basic fly casting skills by performing FUN drills and playing games, we will also be teaching your child about proper tackle use, set-up/take-down, maintenance, and basic knot tying.
Please Note: All BAYFF club sponsored casting sessions, require full-time adult parent or guardian supervision and the signing of liability and photo release forms, before or at event registration.
Chris Korich (World Casting Champion and U.S. Team Coach) and fellow volunteer instructors at Bay Area angling & casting clubs, are helping prepare local kids (ages 8-12) for future fly fishing opportunities.
FUN youth casting sessions will emphasize the following foundational fly fishing skills, conservation and safety education:
While pre-teen instruction will focus on learning basic fly casting skills by performing FUN drills and playing games, we will also be teaching your child about proper tackle use, set-up/take-down, maintenance, and basic knot tying.
Please Note: All BAYFF club sponsored casting sessions, require full-time adult parent or guardian supervision and the signing of liability and photo release forms, before or at event registration.
(GPS Address: 1232 John F. Kennedy Dr.)
This event will be limited to the first 60 youth participants to register, so don’t delay!
The Bay Area Youth Fly Fishers is a collaborative partnership of Bay Area Fly Fishing and Conservation organizations dedicated to enabling a new generation of fly fishers and conservation minded youth.
Girls and boys will be introduced to a sport they can enjoy for a lifetime with family and friends. The age range for this May event is narrow by design (2017-2018 school grades 4-7). It’s aimed at drawing younger families who value fun learning activities for their children and reward patience and practice. This event is the first in a year round program of activities with rewards designed to reinforce accomplishments and skills progression. Kids will learn about Fly Casting, Knots & Rigging, Fly Tying, and Conservation – all they’ll need to fish with family, friends, mentors and guides.
Time Activity
09:15 am Check-in opens
10:00 Welcome, BAY-FF Overview, Event Schedule, Activity Sessions
10:30 Morning Activity Sessions
12:00 noon BBQ Luncheon
12:45 Afternoon Activity Sessions
2:15 Treats, Refreshments & Wrap-up
2:30 Free time to practice & re-visit Activity Areas
3:00 pm Event Closing
Youth participant tickets are $8.00; Adults and non-participating youth are free
Youth must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, and the liability release forms below must be signed for minors and adults in order to participate.
Please review the waivers below, print, sign, date and bring them with you to turn in at the event.
Note on 5/16: Please note that the liability waiver forms have now been revised by legal counsel to include the city of San Francisco. These replace the previous forms. All attendees (parents/guardians signing for their youth attendees, volunteers, non-participating adults) are required to sign these new forms and turn them in at the event check-in table on May 19. If you do not have a printer available, we will have extra blank copies available at check-in. We apologize for the inconvenience to those who may have already signed the prior liability waiver forms.
Adults will be able to observe their kids, and in small groups learn fly fishing skills as well.
What to bring? Clothing layers, rainwear, sun/safety glasses, hat, sunscreen, notebook/pen.
Questions? Contact us.
