Education Opportunities
- Engage with Other Registrants:
- Join the California DIY WhatsApp Group
- 2026 Live Q&A Session
- August 17th, 2026, at 7 pm PT – Register HERE
- Co-Host Guidance:
- Our co-hosts will be available throughout the event.
- Get answers on topics like knots, leaders, flies, and prime fishing locations.
- In-Person Workshop Opportunity:
- Participate in the Donation-Based “Fly Fishing in the Eastern Sierra” Workshop on 10/9/26.
- Register HERE
- Social Fishing Morning
- Join us on Friday, 10/9/26, in the morning to fish alongside fellow registrants. Our co-hosts will be on-site and available to answer questions about fishing setup and techniques. Learn more HERE.
We’re here to help, so don’t hesitate to ask!
Donation-Based Workshop
We’re excited to offer the 1.5-hour, donation-based “Fly Fishing in the Eastern Sierra” workshop. This hands-on workshop is designed to prepare anglers for non-guided social fishing immediately following the workshop on Friday, 10/9/26, equipping them with the skills and confidence to make the most of their time on the river. Attendees will also receive access to online prep courses to help get ready before the workshop.
Workshop Details:
- Location: TBA
- Date: Friday, 10/926
- Time: 9:00 am – 10:30 am
- Instructors: Carl Crawford
- Cost: Donation-Based
Donation-Based – This donation-based workshop reflects our dedication to making educational opportunities accessible to all. Your generous donations help cover hosting costs and support iFishiBelong’s operational expenses, allowing us to organize and host DIY Fishing Events across the United States. These events wouldn’t be possible without your support, thank you!
** Note ** Registration for the California event is required.
Workshop Station Description
The California “Fly Fishing in the Eastern Sierra” workshop is designed to help anglers gain confidence and develop practical skills for successfully fishing in the Eastern Sierra. Through three interactive learning stations, participants will gain hands-on experience selecting the right flies for the season, setting up effective leaders, and applying proven fishing techniques on the water.
- Station #1: Choosing the Right Fly for the Season
- In this station, we’ll cover which flies are most effective during this time of year, and why.
- Station #2: Leader Set-Ups
- Learn how to set up your leader for success. At this hands-on station, participants will explore various leader configurations and learn how to adjust their setups for different fishing techniques and river conditions. This session is ideal preparation for the day’s social fishing event or an evening water outing.
- Station #3: Fishing Techniques Based on Your Leader and Fly
- Learn how to adjust your fishing approach based on your leader setup and fly selection. This hands-on station covers techniques for dry flies, nymphs, and streamers, and how leader length, weight, and configuration affect presentation and depth. Participants will gain practical skills to adapt to changing water conditions and fish more effectively.
Bonus Online Courses – With your workshop registration, you’ll also receive access to the full Fly Fish Instruct online courses: Fly Fishing 101 and Reading Trout Water. Access instructions will be included in your registration email and on the password-protected event website.
Friday Social Fishing Day
We are working on obtaining any permits needed for a social fishing day on the Upper Owens River. Join us on Friday, 10/9/26, for a fun and relaxed day on the water!
The day will kick off at 9:00 AM with a 1.5-hour, donation-based “Fly Fishing in the Eastern Sierra” workshop led by Carl Crawford.
This is a casual, social DIY fishing day, not guided, so come ready to explore, connect, and enjoy the river at your own pace. Let’s share the riverbanks with both new and familiar faces. Say hello, swap tips, and lend a hand when someone’s got a fish on!
Friday 10/9/26 – Upper Owens River
- 9:00 am – Donation-Based Workshop
- 10:30 am – Social Fishing on the Upper Owens River
- 1:00 pm – Riverside Potluck on the Upper Ownes River
