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Long Beach Casting Club

Free monthly fly casting class on the 2nd Sunday, open to the public with no reservation. Other public classes include Beginning Fly Tying (Tuesdays, 10/20/2026 to 3/2/2027) and Spey 101. Members can join the On-The-River Clinic (classroom Nov 7 and 14, 2026; river Dec 11-13, 2026).

Where: Long BeachWhen: Monthly, 2nd SundayCost: Casting class free. Membership: $65/yr individual, $75 family, $35 associate, $10 junior.

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Santa Barbara Flyfishers

Club says it will 'educate and love newbies to the sport,' with most learning included in membership. The homepage advertises a 'Basics' fly fishing class, a Beginning Fly Tying class, and pre-meeting mini-classes such as 'Casting for All Levels.'

Where: Santa BarbaraWhen: Monthly meetings, e.g. Jan 6, 2026 and Oct 6, 2026, at The MacKenzie Center, 3111 State Street, Santa BarbaraCost: Ask the organizer