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The 11- week MSUB Certified Guide School will expand your knowledge of casting, tying, and boat handling. We will provide opportunities for, and assist in achieving first-aid training, professional licensing and insurance, and independent contractor status. We will teach casting for certification as an instructor, according to the Federation of Fly Fishers’ standards. Concepts of guide etiquette introduced, and will be discussed throughout the course. The course will conclude with a 2-day session on the water where participants will apply their knowledge to fishing excursions.
The class will consist of many hands on tasks that the student will be required to perform, but will also consist of written tests for entomology (week 2), casting (week 7), and a final exam (week 10). There will be both a Casting and Tying Competition. Extra credit is available for exemplary performance (week 7).
Please Note: MSUB Certified Guide status will be awarded to those who meet program criteria. This certification is not given lightly, and may not be achieved by all.
All students must perform the following tasks to achieve MSUB Guide Certification:
The following equipment will be required to successfully complete this course.
September 4 - November 11, 2018
Classes meet Tuesday and Thursday evening 6-9 PM. Weekend outing will take place on November 10, 11, 2018.
$2000 - includes drift boat rental and lodge fees.
Jeremy Gilbertson is the owner/operator of Big Sky Fly Fishers in Billings, MT and serves as the Region 7 Director of the Fishing Outfitters Association of Montana. He has over 18 years’ experience as a guide and works as a featured fly designer for Yellowstone Fly Goods. Jeremy has been a featured fly tier at the Federation of Fly Fishers Conclave and has appeared in fly fishing publications, radio shows and TV. He takes great pride in making memorable and positive fly fishing experiences for his clients.
To find out more about this and other training programs, please call:
MSU Billings Extended Campus
406.896.5890
www.msubillings.edu/extendedcampus