Josh Nugent

Josh Nugent started fly fishing when he was six years old. Upon the completion of his coaching diploma, he started Out Fly Fishing Outfitters Ltd in 2003. Guiding put Josh through the rest of his undergraduate and graduate degrees at the University of Calgary, where he did an eye tracking study for his Master's Thesis on the visual characteristics of expert fly casters.

Naoto Aoki

Naoto Aoki was born in Banff, Alberta where he began fly fishing at a very early age. With fly fishing as his main focus, Naoto has traveled the globe, pursuing some of the greatest game fish the world has to offer. He is also an outdoor writer and photographer and is regularly featured in such international fly fishing publications and programs. Naoto has guided all over Canada and has spent countless hours on the river. He is an exceptional caster and fly casting instructor.

Steve Luethi

Steve started out as a client of Out Fly Fishing Outfitters before proving himself as one of the most innovative and talented fly tiers they'd ever seen. Steve's understanding of fish behavior, baitfish mannerisms, and how different materials will react in the water make his flies not only incredible to look at, but also amazingly efficient.
Once a student himself, he recognises the obstacles and questions that often plague new anglers. Plus, his skillset, personality, work ethic and fish-sense make him the perfect guide, which is exactly what he spends his time doing in the Central Alberta area.
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Reviews From This Course

5 star rating

Amazing trout fishing class!

Zoran Vasic

This class was created masterfully! So many things to learn from it. Instructions are clear and concise. Well done!

This class was created masterfully! So many things to learn from it. Instructions are clear and concise. Well done!

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5 star rating

Great! Jam packed with information!

Amy Terra

This is wonderful. Lots of information. Such wonderful videos and descriptions. I learned a ton!

This is wonderful. Lots of information. Such wonderful videos and descriptions. I learned a ton!

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5 star rating

Great course

Vernon Bennett

Learned several thing I did not know. 30+ Years experience, you can teach us old dogs new tricks.

Learned several thing I did not know. 30+ Years experience, you can teach us old dogs new tricks.

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5 star rating

Trout Techniques & Tactics a broad overview for all.

Anthony Sharp

This is a excellent course for both beginners and experienced fly fishers alike. Covering a very board range of techniques and tactics, it has large volumes...

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This is a excellent course for both beginners and experienced fly fishers alike. Covering a very board range of techniques and tactics, it has large volumes of valuable information for those starting out, but also by covering so much allows the more experienced to gain knowledge in areas outside their normal practices. This is a excellent course for all, is very well presented.

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5 star rating

Fantastic Course for Less Experienced Anglers

Linda Lyon

LOVED this course. Have been fly fishing for about a year and a half, but learned an incredible amount from Josh. His way of teaching kept me interested and ...

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LOVED this course. Have been fly fishing for about a year and a half, but learned an incredible amount from Josh. His way of teaching kept me interested and really helped me understand more about the mechanics of this sport. The on-water demonstrations with his helpers were also very helpful and the videography was superb! Highly recommend this course!

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4 star rating

Nice class!

Peter Parsons

Thanks. Still learning new things, even after 25 years as a self-taught trout-annoyer.

Thanks. Still learning new things, even after 25 years as a self-taught trout-annoyer.

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5 star rating

Trout Techniques & Tactics

Stan Pilarczyk

Great course that I will be referring back to for a long time. A "must view " course.

Great course that I will be referring back to for a long time. A "must view " course.

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5 star rating

Great course for beginners and for experienced fly caster...

Rick Pay

This course has a lot of great tips and tips about things I have not thought about. I consider myself an experienced fly fisherman and I picked up number of...

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This course has a lot of great tips and tips about things I have not thought about. I consider myself an experienced fly fisherman and I picked up number of great tips I plan to use next trip!

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5 star rating

Super Class!

Christopher Wu

Superb amount of quality content delivered. This is a thorough class for the beginner and intermediate trout fisher. The delivery and teaching style is eas...

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Superb amount of quality content delivered. This is a thorough class for the beginner and intermediate trout fisher. The delivery and teaching style is easy to understand and accept. It feels like part of a guide day out on the water with Josh. Super class!!

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We'll Also Be Adding These Four Exclusive Bonuses

  • Interactive Q&A Video Call With Josh

    We offer interactive sessions with our Masterclass instructors. Have a question specific to your situation? Ask Josh yourself during one of our interactive calls!
    Value: $240

  • Lifetime Access

    We understand that time is the number one obstacle most students face. While enrolment for most of our courses expire after one year, you'll have access to it for LIFE.
    Value: $1200

  • Annual Membership

    Our popular membership includes exclusive documentaries and series, how-to videos, visual presentations, interactive lessons with industry leaders, giveaways, community and more!
    Value: $1640

  • Our Targeting Spooky, Educated or Highly Pressured Fish Class!

    Yes, you read that right! We'll even add Josh's advanced class, which is the perfect compliment to this one. Own them both for life!
    Value: $97

Trout fishing can be intimidating.
Where are the fish? What are they eating? How can I get my fly over that rock or current?
When we set out to find the best trout anglers we knew, Josh Nugent, Naoto Aoki and the Out Fly Fishing Outfitters Guide Service and Fly Shop crew quickly surfaced to the top of our list. There's something for students of all experience levels and we couldn't be more excited to present this class.
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Course Curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction

    • Introduction
  • 2

    Reading and Approaching the Water

    • Reading and Approaching the Water

    • Test Your Learning
  • 3

    Casting and Mending Techniques - Part 1

    • Casting and Mending Techniques - Part 1

    • Test Your Learning
  • 4

    Casting and Mending Techniques - Part 2

    • Casting and Mending Techniques - Part 2

    • Test Your Learning
  • 5

    Hooking Playing and Landing Fish

    • Hooking Playing and Landing Fish

    • Test Your Learning
  • 6

    Dry Fly Fishing Techniques - Upstream Presentations

    • Dry Fly Fishing Techniques - Upstream Presentations

    • Test Your Learning
  • 7

    Dry Fly Fishing Techniques - Downstream Presentations

    • Dry Fly Fishing Techniques - Downstream Presentations

    • Test Your Learning
  • 8

    Dry Fly Fishing Techniques - The Hopper Dropper

    • Dry Fly Fishing Techniques - The Hopper Dropper
  • 9

    Nymph Fishing Techniques - Setting Up An Indicator Rig

    • Nymph Fishing Techniques - Setting Up An Indicator Rig

    • Test Your Learning
  • 10

    Nymph Fishing Techniques - Drift and Hook Set Techniques

    • Nymph Fishing Techniques - Drift and Hook Set Techniques

    • Test Your Learning
  • 11

    Nymph Fishing Techniques - Indicator Casts and Mends

    • Nymph Fishing Techniques - Indicator Casts and Mends

    • Test Your Learning
  • 12

    Streamer Fishing Techniques

    • Streamer Fishing Techniques

    • Test Your Learning
  • 13

    Intro to Bugs

    • Intro to Bugs
  • 14

    Aquatic Insects

    • Aquatic Insects
  • 15

    Terrestrials

    • Terrestrials

    • Test Your Learning
  • 16

    Fly Selection

    • Fly Selection
  • 17

    Safe Wading

    • Safe Wading
  • 18

    Knot Tying

    • Knot Tying
  • 19

    Gear Selection

    • Gear Selection
  • 20

    Congrats! Here's what's next...

    • Course Completion Certification, Resources and More

    • You've Earned $6 In Premium Points!

FAQ

  • How long do I have access to this course for? Is there an expiration date?

    You'll have access to this class AND the bonus class for LIFE!

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