What's In Store

Cutter's Western Fly Selection

The no excuses fly box.

The Cutter’s have selected two dozen of the most potent flies the Western angler can have in his box. Most of these patterns were developed by Ralph and some are available nowhere else. All are hand tied with first grade materials on Tiemco hooks. More Information

Bugs of the Underworld

11 years, 8 cameras, 3 countries, countless breaths underwater.

The natural history of aquatic insects as never filmed before.This riveting documentary takes you face to face with aquatic insects. Extraordinary underwater footage follows the life cycles of mayflies, stoneflies, caddisflies, and other amazing bugs. More Information

Fish Food

A Fly Fisher's guide to Bugs and Bait

Myths, legends and lies about flies, both real and artificial, are exposed from a trout's perspective. A thorough examination of the foods trout eat, by a master of observation and adaptation whose curiosity has led to innovations in fly design and angling techniques. More Information

Sierra Trout Guide

The definitive work on California's trout fisheries and how to fish them.

The evolution, natural history, and distribution of the Sierra trout. 2,200 Sierra lakes, rivers and streams referenced, trout species, topo maps and more. Filled with flyfishing info including flies, tackle, techniques and tips. Where and how to go. More Information

Classes and Learning

Introduction to Flyfishing

Introduction to Flyfishing


During this two day class you will be taught the fundamentals of casting, knot tying, fly and equipment selection, reading the water, safety, and of course catching fish! Every student is individually taught by Lisa and most of your time is spent on the water.
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The Complete Flyfisher

The Complete Flyfisher


Two extremely full days of intense learning. Lots of time on the water learning and refining techniques. You will leave this class with the skills and confidence to flyfish any trout water in the world. Every class is taught by Ralph and Lisa Cutter in Truckee.
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About the Classes

In small groups Ralph and Lisa Cutter will lead you through an intense learning experience. Our on the water instruction simply can't be duplicated on a city lawn or parking lot. We guarantee you'll become a better flyfisher. We are one of the oldest and most respected "fly" schools in the country. We've been profiled in such diverse publications as National Geographic Adventure, the L.A. Times, Outside, Adventure West, the Wall Street Journal, Sunset, and Playboy. Read More