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As the sun drops lower and fall’s last warm afternoons slip away, most anglers pack it in. But winter has its own rhythm, and the trout don’t leave, they simply change. This trip leans into that shift. Veteran anglers know winter fish reward patience, precision, and a willingness to embrace the cold, and that’s exactly what we’ll explore on this three night, two day winter wading trip in central Pennsylvania.

Our home base is a reliable midscale hotel, picked as a perfect warm landing spot after long, focused days on the water. After check-in, we’ll kick things off with a group dinner at a prime steakhouse before settling in for an informal evening presentation on winter trout behavior: how they shift, how they eat, and how to approach fishing in the cold with intention.

Each morning the host will hand out packed lunches and walk through the day’s wading plan. From there, we step into winter water for a full day of tight presentations, slow drifts, and the subtle takes that define cold season fishing. Lunch happens right on the streambank, followed by an afternoon fishing session before we regroup at the hotel, warm up, and head out for an optional dinner together.

This is a budget friendly trip designed for anglers who already understand winter’s demands. If you’ve put in time wading through February before, you’ll feel right at home. If you haven’t, keep an eye out for the dedicated winter seminar.

Dates - 1/8 - 1/11
Capacity - 10 Anglers +1 Host
2025 Cost - $613

Price includes:

  • Lodging - 3 nights single occupancy (standard hotel chain)

    Hand selected “Winter PA” fly assortment

  • Breakfast at the hotel

  • Lunch, packed and ready each morning

Itinerary:

  • Check in at the hotel (1/8) before meeting the group for dinner at a prime steakhouse

  • Return to the hotel for an informal evening presentation

  • Gather for breakfast, spot suggestions, and packed lunch hand-off

  • Spend the day winter wade fishing

  • Regroup at the hotel to warm up before heading out for an optional dinner on the town

  • Repeat

  • Final morning breakfast before heading out to fish or drive home

Not included:

  • Group Dinners (kickass steakhouse, warm brew pub, you get the idea)

  • Fly fishing equipment (euro nymphing recommended for winter conditions)

  • Lodging gratuities

  • Extraneous purchases

  • PA 3-day tourist fishing license w/ trout permit ($47)

  • Transportation throughout the trip

 

If you're interested, please e-mail to enquire and save a spot!