SUMMER SEASON SHOP HOURS NOW
 8 AM PM TO 8 PM TUESDAY THROUGH FRIDAY.
SATURDAY 8 AM TO 8 PM.
SUNDAY 10 AM to 6 PM AND MONDAY CLOSED.
  FLY FISHING IN THE DRIFTLESS AREA IS WORLD CLASS AND CHALLENGING.  STREAMS IN SE MINNESOTA NOW OPEN FOR  TROUT SEASON 2017! BUY OR RENT A JACKSON FLY FISHING KAYAK AT THE SHOP! SEE THE TRIP PAGE FOR RATES AND BOOK YOUR GUIDED TRIP NOW FOR BEST DATES.

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CALL MEL AT 507-327-4276 OR EMAIL AT MELVIN@MINNESOTAFLYFISHING.COM

Melvin Hayner is the only Orvis Endorsed Guide in SE Minnesota-go to Orvis.com for five star reviews of him and his crew.

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 "I rely on Orvis endorsements as a guarantee of quality."
– Roger I., Leeds, England Whether adding a fishing day with a local guide during your next business trip or planning a week at a remote lodge, our Orvis-endorsed fly-fishing trips are researched, vetted, and selected by Orvis experts.

Fly Fishing the Beautiful Driftless Region

Mel Hayner is an Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide who has been fishing in the region for over twenty years. His love for the area and zeal to show others the unique beauty and trout habitat in the Driftless area inspired the Driftless Fly Shop. Come visit us!   

ADVANCED 201 CLASSES 2017
LIMITED TO THE FIRST TEN STUDENTS WHO SIGN UP. PERSONALIZED CASTING COACHING, LEARN FLY SELECTION, ON THE WATER INSTRUCTION IN READING WATER, HOOKING AND LANDING TROUT. GO TO THE TRIP PAGE-ONLY $40 FOR THIS ALL DAY ADVANCED CLASS. SHOULD BE ALREADY ABLE TO CAST WITH SOME ACCURACY. SOME LOANER GEAR CAN BE PROVIDED. MUST HAVE MINNESOTA FISHING LICENSE WITH TROUT STAMP-SIGN UP NOW! SCHEDULED FOR AUGUST DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED

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LEARN HOW TO FLY FISH AT ORVIS 101 FLY FISHING 
NEXT FREE CLASS IS JULY 15, 2017
Starts at 9 am TO 11 AM. SIGN UP ON LINE, EMAIL MEL  OR STOP BY THE SHOP. Limited to 10 students to provide personal instruction. Spring 2017 is coming ! Be ready
Next class scheduled for May 20, 2017 IS FULL

ALL CLASSES BEGIN AT THE DRIFTLESS FLY SHOP  AT  9 AM AND GO UNTIL 11 AM
SOME ON STREAM INSTRUCTION REQUIRES A MN. FISHING LICENSE WITH TROUT STAMP.
June 15-Beginner Fly tying classes free 9 AM to 11 AM
June 16-Beginner Fly tying classes free 9 AM to 11 AM
June 17-Beginner Fly tying classes free 9 AM to 11 AM
June 18-Beginner Fly tying classes free 9 AM to 11 AM

June 20-Beginner Fly tying classes free 9 AM to 11 AM
June 21-Beginner Fly tying classes free 9 AM to 11 AM
June 22-Beginner Fly tying classes free 9 AM to 11 AM
June 23-Beginner Fly tying classes free 9 AM to 11 AM
June 24 Casting instruction free 9 AM to 11 AM
June 24 Casting instruction free 9 AM to 11 AM

June 27 Casting instruction free 9 AM to 11 AM
June 28 Casting instruction free 9 AM to 11 AM
June 29 Casting instruction free 9 AM to 11 AM
June 30-Beginner Fly tying classes free 9 AM to 11 AM

More July Events to follow.

July 15, 2017 -Orvis Fly Fishing 101 Beginner Fly Fishing Class

 -GIVE THE GIFT OF THE OUTDOORS-WITH GEAR OR GUIDED TRIP GIFT CERTIFICATES/CARDS AVAILABLE. GO TO THE GIFT CERTIFICATE PAGE-OR JUST EMAIL MEL, CLICK ON THE TRIP PAGE THE PERSON JUST PICKS THE DATE AND CALLS MEL. ALL SET. INCLUDES ALL LOANER GEAR, FLIES, TACKLE AND STREAMSIDE LUNCH.

http://www.orvis.com/p/the-driftless-fly-fishing-company-fly-fishing-guide-mn/1y3s
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TESTIMONIALS FROM CLIENTS

Mel.
A belated “thank you" for all your services RE my October 3rd guided trip. Scott was great. The Access line worked great. We learned a lot.

Richard caught a good sized Brown as his first fish on his new hand-made rod. He also caught a couple brookies. I caught a rainbow and two browns. While bringing in the last brown I fell over in the pasture, everyone had a good laugh, but I didn’t loose the fish! Roxane is a bait fisherman, and I had hoped she would get into FF. Last I spoke with her she was talking about getting a rod, so there is hope! (I know she appreciated Scott’s good efforts to help her cast, even if she was not the best student.)

The best part for me was walking back at night through the river a couple miles to the car, under the bright stars and the milky way. Once again you guys showed us an outstanding day on the water. I’ll see you in the Spring (if nothing comes-up before then).

All the best.

Tom h


★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars.
Whelen35
· 3 years ago  

Again and Again; I have fished with Mel for several years. Not only is he a great guy, he will get you into fish and some of the most beautiful places SE Minnesota has to offer. 2014 will be my 10th year fishing with Mel and I intend to keep on doing so until one of us can't. I love the float trip!

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