What to Bring to your Fly Fishing Class or Guided Trip

Welcome to your first step into the world of fly fishing! To ensure you have a comfortable and enjoyable experience, here’s what to bring:

  • For any on the water classes/guiding, we must see and ensure you have a valid NH Fishing license before you begin fishing. A general fishing license is required for those 16 years of age and over to fish on public waters in the state of New Hampshire.

    Click HERE to purchase your NH fishing license.

Whether you're joining us for an Intro to Fly Fishing Class or a Guided Fly Fishing Trip, here’s a complete checklist to help you prepare, organized by category for easy packing!

📜 Required

Item Class Guided Trip
NH Fishing License (mandetory for on the water) ⚪️ ✅
Lunch/Snacks ✅ ✅
Water Bottle/Water ✅ ✅
Signed Liability/Release Form ✅ ✅

👕 Clothing

Item Class Guided Trip
Moisture-Wicking Base Layer ✅ ✅
Warm Mid-Layer (Fleece, etc.) ✅ ✅
Windproof/Waterproof Outer Layer ✅ ✅
Waterproof Rain Jacket and Pants ⚪️ ✅
Hat (Wide-Brim or Baseball Cap) ✅ ✅
Wool or Synthetic Socks ✅ ✅
Quick-Drying Pants/Shorts (Avoid Jeans) ⚪️ ✅
Fingerless Gloves (for Grip/Sun Protection) ⚪️ ✅

👟 Footwear

Item Class Guided Trip
Sturdy Shoes or Hiking Boots ✅ ✅
Wading Boots (Optional) ✅ ✅
Waders (Optional, Based on Location) ✅ ✅

🛡️ Safety Gear

Item Class Guided Trip
Polarized Sunglasses or Protective Eyewear ✅ ✅
Sunscreen ✅ ✅
Bug Spray ✅ ✅
First Aid Kit (for Minor Injuries) ⚪️ ⚪️

🥤 Comfort and Essentials

Item Class Guided Trip
Water Bottle (Reusable Preferred) ✅ ✅
Snacks (High-Energy) ✅ ✅
Lunch (For Full-Day Events) ✅ ✅
Medication (Insulin, Epi-pen, Advil, etc.) ✅ ✅
Towel or Bandana ✅ ✅
Waterproof Backpack or Dry Bag ✅ ✅
Sunscreen ✅ ✅
Lip Balm with SPF ✅ ✅
Bug spray ✅ ✅

✨ Optional But Fun

Item Class Guided Trip
Your Own Fly Rod and Reel ✅ ✅
Favorite Flies ✅ ✅
Tippet/Leaders ⚪️ ✅
Notebook and Pen/Pencil (For Tips/Notes) ✅ ⚪️
Camera or Smartphone (with Waterproof Case Recommended) ✅ ✅
Fishing Journal (for Recording Catches) ⚪️ ✅