2-Day Spey Course with Aaron Caldwell

Whether you're trying out Spey casting to see if you like it or preparing for an upcoming trip, we can help you improve your Spey game. Classes are limited to 6 students. Whether you've never touched a Spey rod or are a seasoned veteran, there is a place here for you. Please note that this a rain or shine event.

Practical, Efficient Learning - A fun and informative two days blends clear instruction, demonstrations, and practice to build confidence and effective Spey fishing skills.

Learn and Practice - Learn Skagit casting basics, proper technique, common casts, and how to fix common faults. Demystify line selection, reading the river, swing theory and more.

Small Class Size - Limited to 6 students, ensuring plenty of personal, hands-on instruction.

Real-World Fishing Experience - Class is based on years of instruction and guiding experience for trout, steelhead, and salmon. Uses lessons from real world successes and failures.

About Your Instructor Aaron Caldwell

Born in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Aaron began tying flies shortly after picking up his first fly rod in 1989. After culinary school and earning his Red Seal Chef certification, his travels west introduced him to exceptional fisheries that shaped his career in fly fishing. He began guiding trout anglers in Calgary on the renown Bow River in 2007.

Aaron has since fished extensively across British Columbia, Alberta, the United States, and internationally, while building a career in guiding, commercial fly tying, and instruction. Based in Terrace, BC, he teaches two-handed casting each spring on the Bow River, guides throughout the summer, and spends fall steelhead season at Babine Norlakes Steelhead Camp near Smithers.

Cost: $500 +GST
Day 1: Saturday, April 18, 2026 (8 hour session)
Day 2: Sunday, April 19, 2026 (8 hour session)
Time: 9am to 5pm
Location: Chilliwack River

Limited to 6 students.

What to Bring

• Rod, reel, and line – feel free to bring your own if you have them. If not, we’ll provide rods, reels, and lines for your use.
• Sunglasses or glasses - mandatory for eye protection.
• Waders, boots, a raincoat, hat, and appropriate clothing to stay comfortable throughout the day.
• Food and drinks for the day - pack lunch, snacks, and water, coffee, or tea.
• A notebook or device for taking notes.

Important: This is a casting course, not a fishing course. Participants will practice casting using yarn instead of hooks.

This course is sponsored by Patagonia and Echo Fly Fishing.