Introductory Fly Casting Course - Maine
June 11, 2025 — 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm ET
Last day to register: June 8, 2025
This year, we’re offering up some truly epic LGBTQ+ trips and events guided by L.L.Bean’s Outdoor Discovery Program. Always wanted to try fly fishing but haven’t been sure where to start? We’ve got the perfect event for you: come learn to fly cast with us!
Join our TVOP crew in Maine for the opportunity to try fly casting on land, in a friendly and supportive environment. You'll learn the components of a fly-rod outfit. L.L. Bean’s experienced instructors, who've acquired a wealth of fishing and casting knowledge over the years, will teach you the four-part cast, false cast and roll cast – foundational skills on which to build more advanced casting techniques. You'll also have ample time to practice your skills with our group, so you can confidently cast on your own.
All necessary fly-casting equipment is provided. Please note that this course does not include fishing time on the water.
This event is open to ages 8 and up and is intended for the LGBTQ+ community. All folks under 18 must be registered and accompanied by an adult. All participants must register and sign all waivers in order to participate. If you require a service dog to attend, please let us know and we’ll collaborate with you on how to keep you both comfortable and hydrated at this event. If you require a service dog to attend, please let us know and we’ll collaborate with you on how to keep you both comfortable and hydrated at this event.
GENERAL INFO
Location: Freeport area, ME (Wabanaki (Dawnland Confederacy) land)
Parking: Parking at event site
Pets: While we love pets, we ask that furry friends remain home on this adventure. Tell them we said hi!
Meet: June 11, 2025
Cost: $20-50 sliding scale. Estimated value: $35 per person.
To find out where you fall best in our sliding scale, see the “Why does this trip cost money?” dropdown below.
Bring: Weather-and activity-appropriate clothing (preferably synthetic), activity-appropriate closed-toed shoes, personal prescriptions such as EpiPen or inhaler, one quart of water (no glass bottles), sunscreen, insect repellent
COVID SAFETY
Masks are not required during this event, however they are welcomed if wearing one allows you to better engage with the group. PLEASE be mindful of your own and group safety. If you or anyone in your household are not feeling well, do not participate in this event.
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Our sliding scale is meant to make our trips and events more accessible for those who have financial barriers. Paying a higher amount allows us to provide more opportunities to others. Paying a smaller amount is recommended for those who would not otherwise be able to afford the estimated value. Please choose an amount that you will be able to pay, but will not hinder your ability to afford food, housing, etc. By paying as much as you can, we are able to serve more of our community members.
The estimated value for this event is $35 per person.
Our sliding scale recommendation:
- Low: Yearly income $30,000 or under, struggles to meet basic needs
- Mid (pays estimated value): Yearly income $40,000-$75,000, some expendable income
- High: Yearly income $80,000-$100,000, comfortable, never struggle with basic needs
Need more examples? We follow the Green Bottle principle. Click here to view and find out where you fall.
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Information for our land acknowledgment was gathered from nativeland.ca, which provides an estimate of original indigenous land occupation, but does not take into account migratory patterns or movement of the many surrounding communities. We recognize the historical complexity of indigenous movement across the land, and honor with gratitude the many, many surviving native nations whose land we benefit from in our work to diversify the outdoors.
