International Federation of Fly Fishers

Certified Casting Instructor Test Event

About this Testing Event:  This two day Federation sanctioned event includes a Continuing Education Workshop and both Master and Certified Instructor tests.  All those who are prepared to test are encouraged to attend.  This event is a major education program of the CICP and draws several members of the Board of Governors as well as the most active Master Instructors in the region.  This is more than just a test, it is a chance to gain deep knowledge of the Certified Instructor Casting Program and meet the people who manage it.  Make this your most important date of the year.

Presented By: IFFF Casting Board of Governors. Contact Barbara Wuebber at the Federation Office or Pete Greenan at 941-232-2960 , captpete@floridaflyfishing.com

When:  Friday and Saturday, Nov. 2 & 3, 2012

Where:  The Resort & Club at Little Harbor, 611Destiny Drive, Ruskin, Florida 33570

This small resort on the shores of southeast Tampa Bay has the feel of a Caribbean-style island resort.  It has everything we need and is reasonably priced -- well-appointed, reasonably priced rooms, casting areas, restaurant and bar facilities, beach, and marina.  While at the resort you will not need transportation since you can easily walk to all activities. See www.StayLittleHarbor.com 

The resort is approximately 32 miles (45 min) from Tampa International Airport (TPA)  and approximately 46 miles (1 hour) from Saint Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).    It is approximately 10 miles northwest of exit 240B on I-75.   

Super Shuttle can provide round-trip transportation between the airport and the resort.  Round trip fee from Tampa International Airport was quoted by SuperShuttle.com at $79 for the first person and $12 for each additional person.  Super Shuttle can be reached at 800-258-3826.

Room Reservations:  We recommend you reserve a room at The Inn at Little Harbor.  These hotel rooms were quoted to us for $89 per night, plus $5.00 resort fee, plus 12% tax.  These rooms are conveniently located near the casting area and other facilities. Call 813-645-3291 or toll-free at 800-327-2773.   

If you are comfortable sharing a room your nightly room cost can be reduced significantly.  If you are interested, we will attempt to pair you up with another attendee. 

Curriculum:

Friday, November 2nd

9:00AM - 4:00PM - Continuing Education for Casting Instructors

                        Fault Analysis and Correction - Dusty Sprague

                        Foundation Series Workshop – David Diaz, Chairman, CBOG

                        & more with Jeff Wagner, Pete Greenan and Eric Cook

                        Open to all instructors

                        Fees:  $25 for Certified Instructors; all others - $75

                        To register for attendance contact Capt Pete Greenan

Saturday, November 3rd

9:00AM – 3:00PM - FFF Certification Testing for CI and Master Candidates

                        Fees:  FFF fees apply (www.fedflyfishers.org)

                        To register contact Capt Pete Greenan

You are invited to participate in the following assurance program.

Preparation Workshop

 for

FFF Master Certified Casting Instructor Candidates

About this Workshop:  This two-day workshop will guide you in preparing for the Master’s oral and performance tests.  You will learn test requirements and expectations of the examiners.   We will perform the complete test to demonstrate and explain both acceptable and unacceptable performance.  We will assess your readiness in the five areas of the oral test and analyze and provide recommendations for any adjustments needed in your casting performance.   You will walk away knowing your strengths and weaknesses and what needs more work.  The detailed agenda is below.

Presented by:  Capt Pete Greenan and Dusty Sprague

Both are Master Certified Instructors and members of the Casting Board of Governors.  Dusty was the former chair of the Masters Test Committee; Pete is the current chair of that committee.  Both have successfully coached and tested numerous master candidates.

When:  Wednesday and Thursday, Oct 31 and Nov 1st, 2012

The workshop will take place from 8am to 4pm each day with a break for lunch, which is included in the tuition. 

Contact:   For information and reservations contact:

Pete Greenan at 941-232-2960 captpete@floridaflyfishing.com

Dusty Sprague at 941-468-1467 dsprague01@comcast.net