Old North State Council - Fly-Fishing Leader Training + October 16-18, 2026

Fly-Fishing Leader Training + October 16-18, 2026

Event Details

Mountain Fly-Fishing

Leader Training

October 16-18th, 2026

Smokemont Campground Road,

Cherokee, NC 28719

Registration closes at 11:59 pm on Friday, October 9th.

The Old North State Council is pleased to offer an adult (18 and older) unit leader mountain fly-fishing training opportunity to increase your unit’s scouting adventure opportunities. This course is designed for unit leaders to gain knowledge on what is required to plan and execute a successful fly-fishing expedition for units.

Course Includes:

Certified Angler Instructor (CAI) & fly-fishing experienced led class instruction.
- Full-day fly-fishing excursion.
Classroom instruction with tips, area resources, and networking lessons (Friday evening & Sunday).

Learning Outcomes:

How to plan a successful fly-fishing camping trip for your unit.
Identify locations best suited for various trout fishing.
Best flies to use for various waters and year-round fly-fishing.
Campgrounds that are Scout-friendly and provide easy access to streams for fishing.
Understand required licensing and fish creel limits.

Cost:

Early-Bird special $150.00/person by Friday, September 11th.
$175 per person after September 12th.

Event Fee Includes:

Training materials and supplies.
Camping at Smokemont Campground with a parking pass.
Long-sleeved fishing shirt.

Meals:

Friday supper: Eat before you arrive.
Friday Cracker-barrel: meet and greet with CAI staff and Fly-Fishing instructors.
Saturday breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Sunday breakfast.
Sunday lunch: On your own after the training course adjourns.

Pre-Trip Planning Meeting

We will have a pre-trip Zoom call with all participants on Wednesday, October 14, to review trip plans and determine angler pairings with our instructors. Please take a minute to complete our pre-trip survey.

Paperwork Required for Everyone: