Fly Fishing Merit Badge

Course Overview
Fly-fishing is a specialized form of fishing that combines skill and artistry. Because it is so rich with tradition, it is a passion for millions of people. The beauty of the water, the solitude, and the skills that the sport requires have made fly-fishing very important in the lives of many notable people.
Because this is a fishing Merit Badge class, there's really no way to know if the fish will participate and that is normally the most challenging part of the class. We are fishing from the shore. If fish are caught, you will clean, cook and if you so choose eat them. Bring any fishing gear that you would like to use. Fishing gear is available if needed. You may bring your own bait like worms as it works well.
Please come prepared. The Fly Fishing Merit Badge pamphlet should be read and the knots practiced so that the Scout can answer questions, discuss required topics, and demonstrate knot tying proficiency.
Required items to bring for the Fly Fishing Merit Badge:
- BSA Annual Health and Medical Record (Parts A&B) completely filled out and signed by parent or guardian. Incomplete forms will be returned to Scout to complete before starting class. A Scout cannot take the Merit Badge without a completed form.
- Merit Badge Blue Card signed by Scoutmaster. Make sure all three parts are filled in with your personal information.
- Closed Toed Shoes are required while walking in Camp. No flip flops, sandals, crocs allowed. Closed Toed Water Shoes are suggested.
The Merit Badge counselor will email you with any additional requirements, such as completing discussion questions, approximately 2 weeks before class.
Class Withdrawal and Refund Policy
Due to the limited number of scouts that we can accommodate in each class, we kindly ask that you contact us as early as possible if a scout cannot attend a class. Requests to withdraw from a class (cancel), change a class (drop/add), and/or receive a refund must be done in writing, preferably by sending an Email Chris DeRose, Administrative Professional of Programs.
Refunds will be made when the withdrawal (cancellation) is at least 2 weeks before the class date.