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:
- The California Event Committee will be available throughout the event.
- Get answers on topics like knots, leaders, flies, and prime fishing locations.
- 10/9/26 Hands-On Fly and Leader Set-Up Session:
- Arrive an hour early if you’d like hands-on help getting your gear ready before we hit the water. The California Event Committee will assist with leader and tippet set-up questions and help you choose effective fly patterns for fishing the Upper Owens River, so you can start the day with confidence.
- DIY Social Fishing Opportunities
- We are planning two social fishing days. Please go to the MT Fishing webpage to get the most up-to-date social fishing details.
- Any social fishing updates made during the event will be communicated to participants via the MT DIY WhatsApp Group, and we will do our best to keep the fishing webpage up to date with the most current details.
Do not hesitate to reach out to the California Event Committee; we’re here to help!
Donation-Based Workshop
We’re excited to offer the 1 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 – 10:00 am
- Instructors: Analiza del Rosario, Carl Crawford, and Lino Jubilado
- 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 Ubuntu Fly Anglers, allowing us to organize and host DIY Fishing and We Are Here Events across the United States. These events wouldn’t be possible without your support, thank you!
** Note ** Registration for the California event is required.
Virtual Education
Included with your registration is access to the Fly Fish Instruct’s Fall Trout Fishing Techniques virtual course. Please refer to your registration confirmation email for access details and instructions.
If you cannot locate the access information, please email us at [email protected], and we will be happy to provide the details. Additional virtual education courses are also available. Email us to learn more about other learning opportunities.
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.
