Entomology 101 Recorded Online Class

The “Entomology 101” online class is geared towards the beginner/intermediate angler ready to get nerdy. Familiarizing yourself with aquatic entomology and biology is key to becoming an advanced angler, and this class does exactly that. This class focuses on lotic (flowing) water and the four main orders (Mayfly, Caddis, Stoneflies, and Midges).

We’ll start by familiarizing you with aquatic insects' scientific classifications and morphology. We will then review the basics of aquatic insect evolution, highlighting key traits and discussing the two life cycles. The second portion of the class will dive into each of the four most common aquatic insect orders for fly fishing; Mayflies, Stoneflies, Caddisflies, and Midges. While exploring the insect orders, we will highlight key morphology characteristics and behaviors within life stages (i.e., nymph, larva, pupa, adult) that will bring your fly fishing techniques to the next level. 

Class Covers - 

• Aquatic Insect Classification
• Insect Morphology
• Common vs Scientific Names
• Evolution of Aquatic Insects
• Aquatic Insect Life Cycles
• Overview of the Major Aquatic Insect Orders
• Ephemeroptera (Mayflies)
• Plecoptera (Stoneflies)
• Trichoptera (Caddisflies)
• Diptera (True Flies, focusing on Midges)

Instructors - Megan Hess

Moderator - Heather Hodson

Email Contact – info@flyfishinstruct.com

Cost – $30.00 – Scholarships Available, Please email info@flyfishinstruct.com.  ** We are working on the audio for this class and have offered a discount for those who register before we re-record. **

Refunds – No Refunds.

You’ll Receive –

• "Entomology 101" Online Class Links and Passwords
• "Entomology 101" Class Handouts
• 1.5hrs of Classroom Instruction
• Education Emails from Fly Fish Instruct
• Education Discounts
• Early Event Announcements