AFI Pennsylvania, Intro to Fly-Fishing - Coudersport, PA

Event Start Date: 9/25/2026 6:00 PM

Event End Date: 9/27/2026 12:00 PM

3rd Annual Introduction to Fly Fishing - Susquehannock State Forest, PA

Join Pennsylvania AFI and the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources for the third annual Introduction to Fly Fishing — a multi-day mentored course set in the heart of Susquehannock State Forest in Potter County.

This is a true soup-to-nuts fly fishing experience designed for beginners and those looking to sharpen their skills. Over the course of the weekend, participants will build a complete foundation in fly fishing — from rigging up and reading water to landing, cleaning, and cooking a trout over the fire. Pennsylvania's State Forests offer some of the finest wild trout water in the Northeast, and this weekend puts you right in the middle of it.

Space is limited to 10 participants — don't wait to sign up.

A participant application is required for this event. You will receive a link to the application in your RSVP confirmation.

Event Details

Dates: Friday, September 25 – Sunday, September 27, 2026
Start: 6:00 PM EST, Friday, September 25
End: 12:00 PM EST, Sunday, September 27

Location:
Susquehannock State Forest
3150 E. 2nd St., Coudersport, PA 16915

Cost: Free
Capacity: 10 participants maximum

What You'll Learn

• Fly casting fundamentals
• Types of flies and when to use them
• How to read water and identify the best spots to fish
• Gutting, dressing, and cooking trout
• Gear familiarization and selection
• Basic fishing knot tying
• How to find your own fishing spots on public land
• History and overview of Pennsylvania's State Forest System

Who Can Attend

This event is open to members of the military community — Active Duty, Reserves, National Guard, Veterans, and Gold Star Families — as well as BHA members.

You do not need to be a BHA member to attend.

Questions & RSVP

Contact PA AFI
Email: paafi@backcountryhunters.org