SELECT STREAMS IN SE MINNESOTA NOW OPEN FOR CATCH AND RELEASE. CHECK MAP BOOKS FOR CATCH AND RELEASE AREAS IN STATE PARKS AND PRESTON, LANESBORO, SPRING VALLEY, CHATFIELD AND NOW RUSHFRORD! PLENT OF GOOD FISHING LEFT.
SHOP IS OPEN WINTER/ FALL HOURS  NOW!!!
CLOSED MONDAY   THROUGH-THURSDAY
FRIDAY 12 noon TO 6 PM 
SATURDAY 8 AM TO 6 PM AND SUNDAY 10 AM TO 6 PM.
IF NOT OPEN AND YOU NEED SOMETHING CALL MEL 507-327-4276. or call the shop at 507-765-4915 for current conditions

NEW SHOP NUMBER DURING BUSINESS HOURS 507-765-4915 FOR INFO ON STREAMS HATCHES, SCHOOLS ETC. OR STILL CALL MEL AT 507-327-4276

 Next FREE Fly fishing Class ON  9/21/19. Just email Mel at Melvin@minnesotaflyfishing.com, call 507-765-4915 or stop by the shop to get signed up! It's going to be awesome! Kid friendly-Under 12 need to be accompanied by adult for the on the water portion. You also need a Minnesota Fishing license for this portion. All inclusive-loaner gear if needed.

closed MONDAY THROUGH thursday
FRIDAY 12 NOON TO 6 PM
SATURDAYS 8 AM TO 6 PM
SUNDAY 10 AM TO 6 PM

THE SOUTH BRANCH OF THE ROOT RIVER NEAR THE SHOP THROUGH PRESTON IS OPEN YEAR ROUND FOR CATCH AND RELEASE! STOP- BY THE SHOP AND FISH THIS GREAT STRETCH OF HABITAT IMPROVED WATER.

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A WHY  WASTE YOUR HARD EARNED VACATION DAYS ON ANYTHING BUT THE BEST? USE THE TOP GUIDE SERVICE IN SE MINNESOTA AND ONLY ORVIS ENDORSED GUIDES IN SE MINNESOTA-THE DRIFTLESS FLY FISHING CO! NOW BOOKING FOR 2019-CALL NOW FOR THE BEST WEEKENDS. WE FILL UP QUICK! 507-327-4276-OR EMAIL Melvin@minnesotaflyfishing.com
CHECK OUT THE REVIEWS!

1. Dave Ruane
   · 3 months ago  
   Magic Trout fishing, great guide! I went out for a day with Brennen mid-September in bright and hot fall conditions - the spring creeks were running clear and air temps got up to 88 F. Even with the brightness and heat, he found us some shady spots and put me on fish all day from early morning until 8pm when we called it a day. Over 2 dozen caught (all C&R), and a fair few takes missed (by me).
   It was the most fishing fun I have had, for the chats, the tranquil surroundings and the full-on fishing experience; also my best days catch. Brennen was kept busy too swapping me in and out of rods like nobodys business, when I was caught dancing too close to overhangs or far banks. I got to try different rod weights and lengths from the latest Orvis offerings, which added something extra to the whole experience. I also got to see different waters, catch the 3 local trout varieties and test different methods; my deep nymphing experience was limited before this trip.
   If you want a great days fishing, you have got to go Preston, MN and try the Driftless Fly Fishing Company. In my case I needed all the gear (waders, rods, the lot) which was ready to go as well as refreshments (fresh water was much needed that day) and lunch was great. Before I hired them, I saw all the 5 star reviews and reckoned these guys can't get it so right all the time. Well they did for me and the team I met (Brennen and Mel) are fantastic gents, pleasant, willing to share fishing stories and super professional; both a credit to their business and the Orvis brand. I can't wait to get out with them again and hit the many streams we did't get to yet. I would highly recommend them to old hands who want to just fish on great and varied waters and equally to someone who has never tried spring creek fly-fishing for trout, truely a not to be missed experience.
   
   ✔ Yes,
   I recommend this product.

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

The Driftless Fly Fishing Co. is the only Orvis Endorsed Guide Service in SE Minnesota-go to Orvis.com for five star reviews of Mel and his crew.

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Fly Fishing the Beautiful Driftless Region

The Driftless Fly Fishing Co. is an Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide Service who have the experience and knowledge to help you catch trout and enjoy the Driftless area like no others. Our 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!   

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201 CLASSES-TO BE SCHEDULED AS REQUESTED ONLY $40 -SIGN UP ON LINE (GO TO CLASSES AND SCHOOLS ON THIS SITE) OR CALL MEL AT 507-327-4276 EMAIL MELVIN@MINNESOTAFLYFISHING.COM
Click here to find out more    http://www.orvis.com/s/free-fly-fishing-lessons/8249?dir_id=22592&group_id=27370&cat_id=50215

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. 2018 is HERE !

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

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

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TESTIMONIALS FROM CLIENTS
MEL, I just wanted to let you know my sincere appreciation for what was a fantastic days fishing for me Saturday.

The whole experience was exactly what I wanted - chill time on a wide variety of beautiful fishing water with a knowledgeable and passionate expert, using the various rods and gear he brought. But it went from great to brilliant because of the amount of fish Brennan put me on, some of which I managed to catch ;-). We counted 28 netted at the end of the day. This was my most enjoyable and successful days fishing. 

And I am sure with some cloud cover and more hatch activity we could have seen even more. We finished up after 8pm fishing into the dark on Willow in the wide meadowed banked area, where the trout of the day was caught on a green nymph. 


I left wanting more - just a pity I had to fly East  otherwise, I would have fished a day or 2 more. 
I will be sharing my fishy tales on the area and your business with my fishing network. If I can provide you with any reference or quotes that would help your business - just let me know.


If you could mention to Brennan to send on the photos he took to me that would also be great.
Thanks again and I am hoping I can get back to Preston for more sooner rather than later, needless to say I am now hooked on Driftless!
Dave
Customer from Dublin Ireland

Mel.
A belated “thank you" for all your services RE my October 3rd guided trip.  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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