Intro to Fly Fishing

Come join Park Rangers at the Walker River State Recreation Area for a special presentation on fly fishing on the East Walker River. Fly fishing has a special appeal to people of all ages and is a great way to get outside and connect with nature. Come learn about the basics of fly-fishing including fly casting, entomology, knots and leader construction, fly selection, fishing etiquette and the proper approach to catching/releasing fish. This presentation will be geared toward beginners, so no previous fly fishing knowledge is necessary. All equipment and materials will be provided and participants will be able to fly fish on the river at the end of the presentation! A valid Nevada fishing license is required for the program. Feel free to bring any additional fly fishing gear you may have.

To abide by the Governor’s social distancing mandate, please call (775-463-1609) or email (djwassmund@parks.nv.gov) the office to sign up. Space is limited so be sure to reserve a spot ASAP!

WHAT: An Introduction to Fly Fishing on the East Walker River

WHEN: Saturday June 5, 2021, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

WHERE: Please meet at the Bighorn Campground at the Elbow at the Walker State Recreation Area. From Wellington on Hwy 208, travel south on the Wellington Cutoff to Hwy 338. Continue south on Hwy 338 for about 23.5 miles, turning east on Sweetwater Road. This is a County maintained dirt road, from here continue east about 7-miles to reach the Bighorn Campground at the Elbow.

WHO: This event is open to the public. All ages welcome.

COST:  This event is free to the public, however the $5.00 day use fee per vehicle to enter the park still applies. A valid Nevada fishing license is also required for the event.

CONTACT: For questions regarding the event, contact Daniel Wassmund at (775) 463-1609 or djwassmund@parks.nv.gov