Watch the video below to learn how this FREE event will help you confidently fish new trout water.
Becoming a better trout angler takes more than doing the same thing every time you hit the water.
You’re already doing a lot of things right:
- You’re watching, reading, and learning.
- You’re getting out on the water and putting in the time.
- You’re working on your casting and trying new things.
But… you still feel like you’ve hit a plateau.
You want to fish new water with more confidence, know where to look for trout, make better decisions when things aren’t working, and ultimately have more action every time you get out.
MAYBE RIGHT NOW YOU…
Can't seem to find enough accuracy or distance in your fly cast
Not sure how to read water effectively when fishing a new stream
Want to understand streamers so you can find more and bigger fish on the water?
Have been struggling to master Euro Nymphing?
are not sure which dry fly to use and how to present it so trout actually eat it?
There has got to be a better way!
You dream of finding a way to really improve your fly fishing success that’s doable with your hectic schedule, and actually works.
How would it feel to...
Show up on a new stream and know where to find the most action
Understand what fly to use and how to fish it effectively in any water
Know that you are going to come away with some of your greatest fishing stories this year
This is exactly what you’ll experience at the Fly Fishing Bootcamp for Trout Anglers!
Meet Your Host
Dave is the host of the Wet Fly Swing Podcast, where he has interviewed 1000's of guides, anglers, authors, conservationists, and leaders from across the fly-fishing community. Through these conversations, Dave shares practical strategies, memorable stories, and lessons that help anglers get more from their time on the water.
Dave is also the founder of the Fly Fishing Bootcamp and Wet Fly Swing Pro, a community that helps anglers improve their skills, prepare for upcoming trips, and connect with other dedicated fly anglers. His goal is to bring trusted instructors and anglers together while giving people useful skills they can take directly to the water.
What to expect at the 2026 Fly Fishing Bootcamp
WHEN AND WHERE
The Fly Fishing Bootcamp runs online from October 30 - November 2, 2026. Join each session virtually from home or wherever you have an internet connection.
EXPERT SESSIONS
Learn from 20+ leading fly-fishing instructors through practical sessions covering trout tactics, casting, reading water, fly selection, and more. Watch each session free live during the event, or get the All Access Pass for year long replay access.
PRIVATE SUMMIT COMMUNITY
Connect with fellow trout anglers, talk about each session, ask questions, and share what you’re learning throughout the event. Access to the private community is included free with your Bootcamp registration.
CHANCES TO WIN
Registered attendees will have chances to win fly-fishing gear, helpful resources, and prizes from our speakers and event partners. We’ll share entry details and announce winners throughout the Bootcamp.
UPGRADE FOR A VIP EXPERIENCE!
Can’t attend every session live or want more time to put what you learn into practice? Upgrade to the All Access Pass and work through the entire Fly Fishing Bootcamp on your schedule.
You’ll receive a Full year of access to every expert presentation, including the full video replays, a private audio podcast feed, Huge speaker Bonuses with over $1500 in Value and downloadable transcripts. You can watch the sessions you miss, return to your favorites, and listen while driving or preparing for your next fishing trip.
It gives you everything in one place so you can keep learning long after the live event ends.
GET THE VIP ALL-ACCESS PASS AFTER YOU REGISTER BELOW
Meet the Speakers
Meet the guides, instructors, authors, competitive anglers, conservation leaders, and fly-fishing professionals joining us for the 2026 Fly Fishing Bootcamp. Each speaker brings years of experience and practical lessons you can use on your next trip. They’ll cover casting, reading water, choosing flies, trout behavior, presentation, travel, conservation, and more all with one goal: helping you become a more confident and capable trout angler.
Phil Rowley
Chironomid Fishing: The Small Details That Trigger More Takes on Stillwaters
Tim Cammisa
The Most Overlooked Stage of a Hatch: Fishing Emergers
Mike O'Brien
Why Mending Is Costing You Fish: A Live On-the-Water Nymphing Masterclass
Rick Kustich
The Hidden Variables Behind the Swing
Devin Olsen
How Elite Anglers Read a River in the First 5 Minutes
Norm Maktima
The Modern Nymphing System: Depth, Contact and the Takes You're Missing
Jason Randall
Trout Sense: What Trout Know Before You Make the Cast
Marty McVey
Diagnose Your Cast: Find the Problem, Make the Fix
Kalyn Hoggard
Diagnose Your Cast: Find the Problem, Make the Fix
Skip Morris
Live Fly Tying: Parachute Hackles & Wings Made Simple
Bob Lindquist
How to Fool Trout That Have Seen Everything
Robert Prince
Reading Water to Find Trout in Rivers and Streams
Al Ritt
Fly Tying Session: Designing Flies for Every Stage
Ethan Igleheart
Build a Trout Net From Scratch: From Raw Wood to the River
Davy Wotton
The Wet Fly System More Trout Anglers Should Know
Jack Arnot
The European Dry-Fly Tactics American Anglers Rarely Use
Alex Belonga
Live Fly Tying: What Makes a Great Trout Spey Fly?
Craig Demark
Technical Tailwater Trout: Reading Water, Flies & Presentation
Jame Garrettson
Why Big Trout Eat Streamers Differently Than You Think
Mike Pagoda
Read the Rise: Know What Trout Are Eating Before You Cast
Paul Arden
More Accuracy and Distance in Fly Casting
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As you can see from these amazing value-packed presentations, this is an event you do not want to miss. Click below to grab your free ticket and join us for the 2026 Fly Fishing Bootcamp!!
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