DOUBLE HAND FLY CASTING LESSONS

WEST SIDE FLY GUIDE

DOUBLE HAND FLY CASTING LESSONS

Learn to spey cast with Westley Allen. Covers anchor placement, D-loop formation, and line management for two-handed rods. Ideal for anglers preparing for steelhead season on the Pere Marquette or Great Lakes tributaries.

Price range: $100.00 through $500.00

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CLASS OVERVIEW

SEASON DATES | Year-Round

Master the art of the two-handed rod and unlock a whole new dimension of fly fishing. Whether you’re chasing steelhead on a tight wooded river or covering big water efficiently, Spey casting gives you the power, distance, and control that single-hand rods simply can’t match. With an experienced guide breaking down every movement, you’ll feel the line load, the anchor set, and the satisfaction of launching a perfect cast across the water.

THE ART OF SPEY CASTING | MICHIGAN

Spey casting originated in the mid-1800s on Scotland’s River Spey, where anglers developed techniques to cast long distances without a traditional backcast—essential on rivers lined with steep banks and dense vegetation. What started as a practical solution became an art form, refined over generations and carried across the Atlantic to the great steelhead rivers of the Pacific Northwest and Great Lakes.

Here in Michigan, the Skagit style dominates. Developed on Washington’s Skagit River, this technique uses short, heavy heads to turn over weighted flies and sink tips with ease—perfect for swinging streamers and intruders through our cold-water steelhead runs. It’s forgiving, powerful, and deadly effective in tight quarters. For those interested, we can also introduce Scandinavian (Scandi) style casting, which uses longer, lighter lines for a more delicate presentation—ideal for summer fish or unweighted flies.

Whether you’re brand new to two-handed rods or looking to sharpen your technique, these lessons will transform the way you approach the water.

LET'S FISH TOGETHER

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