Fly Fishing

Fly Fishing

Fly-fishing has long enjoyed a loyal following throughout rural sections of North America. However, unprecedented notoriety for the sport arrived in 1992 with the release of Robert Redford''s film version of Norman MacLean''s autobiographical novel, A River Runs Through It. Set in 1937 Montana, the film introduced legions of modern-day viewers to the beauty and serenity of fly-fishing for the first time.

Travelers to the Northeast soon discovered as well that the rivers and streams of Vermont also provide the perfect place to experience the zen of catch-and-release. And at Hawk, a river really does run through itthe entire length of the 1,200-acre property in factand the Resort maintains an extensive fly-fishing program geared toward all ages and abilities. Beginners can obtain all the instruction they need from our expert guides, learning everything from the intricacies of fly-tying to the mechanics of proper fly-casting. Meanwhile, the expert angler can take advantage of instant access to Hawk''s two fully stocked ponds and the Black River, which meanders through the 70-acre Nature Preserve on its way to Lake Amherst.

The main fishing pond is located adjacent to the Hawk farmhouse reception center, where plenty of room allows for easy casting to energetic three- and four-pound rainbow trout. For more challenging streamside fishing, grab a pair of waders from the Hawk rental shop and hike along the valley-floor nature trails which run along the banks of the river, where the water is slow and deep holes hold good-sized trout.

If the thoughts of wading don''t excite you, the Hawk Marina offers canoes for a drier alternative. Or, try your hand at the newly emerging sport of "flyaking". Hawk''s Walden Paddler kayaks are specially equipped with rod holders, enabling you to either paddle-up the Black River or out onto bass-filled Lake Amherst for some low-profile casting.

Still, for more variety, the Hawk recreation staff will be more than happy to direct you to some of the more popular fishing streams in the area, and even some hidden places that most visitors wouldn''t even know about.


Public Rates:






Fly-Fishing Lessons:

Per person: $40.00 per hour, $15.00 per additional 1/2 hour

For two: $65.00 per hour, $25.00 per additional 1/2 hour

Fly-Tying Lessons: $40.00 per hour (Reservations required)


Fishing Equipment:

Spin Rod: $8.00 per hour, $25.00 per day

Fly Rod: $10.00 per hour, $25.00 per day

Flies: $2.50 each



General Information:

Reservations are requested for fly-tying and fly-casting instruction.

A Vermont fishing license is required by law for all persons age 16 and up. Licenses must be obtained by a registered agent of the state, and are available both in Plymouth and Ludlow.

Only catch-and-release fly-fishing may be practiced at the Hawk farmhouse pond. We also request that responsible practices be used in the Black River and on Lake Amherst as well.

Hawk requests that only non-barbed hooks be used on the property.

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