Luxurious fly fishing isn't an oxymoron at Echo Valley.

In fact, it's likely the only place in Canada where you can learn to land up to a 10 lb trout in an extraordinary wilderness setting, alongside delicious food, first class accommodations and extensive ranch amenities that set this ranch apart.

And in June, Echo Valley's Fly Fishing School steals the show.

Teaming up with Kathy Ruddick, one of Canada's most respected fly fishers, Echo Valley is offering a one-of-a-kind learning experience. With a full program of instruction for the novice angler, these special Learn to Fly Fish packages provide tools and techniques that will have you fishing like a pro, with plenty of time to either fish all day, or explore the ranch's other outdoor adventures.

The EVR three - night Fly Fishing course comprise of:

• How to get started
• Essential equipment
• How to select tackle, assemble a rod, and construct a leader
• Casting techniques; beginner to advanced
• Roll casts, mending, improving your cast
• Lines, knots and tippets
• Trout food and entomology, the life cycle of insects
• Flies: what to use, when and how
• Understanding lakes, streams and where fish hold
• Dry fly and west fly techniques
• Catch & release

• Accommodation and facilities rated 4.5 star by Canada Select Properties
• All meals prepared by a professional chef (except soft drinks/liquor)
• Use of ranch facilities (hot tub, sauna, indoor swimming pool; fitness center; games room; movie room with wide plasma screen for watching DVD's and satellite TV
• Ruesri dat ton lessons(Thai stretching class)
• Cooking and nutrition tips
• Ranching around( collecting eggs and feeding horses along with roping and horse training demonstrations)
• Wireless internet access
• Unguided walks
• Watch our falcons in flight

• This package is offered for a group of ten participants per course. Student rod, reel and practice flies are provided. All fly fishing classes take place at Echo Valley.
• Prices are in Canadian dollars are per person and based on double occupancy. For single occupancy add $50 per night to base price.
• Cabins are CDN $ 50 extra per night (not per person).
• To guarantee optional activities at Echo Valley Ranch & Spa, especially spa treatments, it is recommended that you book in advance of your arrival at the ranch. You may do so with our reservations personnel or email us at: info@evranch.com .
• Some outdoor activities are subject to weather.
• The 10% service charge is paid as a gratuity to our staff. It is intentionally less than would be charged by other facilities so that you have the option to pay more.