Check in spring 2021 for more Driftless Opportunities!
Mix N Match Trips that work for you!
Social Distancing and disinfecting strategies will be utilized. We have a 12 person immaculate Airbnb for 5 people. Each person has their own bed in different rooms. Cleaning will occur frequently and we have lots of common space for social distancing. If you don't want to stay in the house you can toss a tent up outside with access to an indoor bathroom.
You can experience in the Driftless Area of WI where 5 glaciers split and left no “drift”. We have mini- mountains and lots of valleys spring creeks.
Shenanigans Fly Fishing knows the rivers/ creeks, common area flies, shop owners, & area attractions. We are looking forward to sharing our expertise with you!
Location, Viola WI, Closest Airport LaCrosse, WI (LSE) or Madison Wi (MSN) 2 hours drive.
Other services offered this week include:
Gear Tune up: $50.00, will look at rod/ reel/ line set up and see if line is good or if we can make casting easier for you. Or Waders, boots, gear carrying system to offer options that may benefit you. Goal is to maximize enjoyment by minimizing effort put into effective fishing.
Personal Shopper help available, we can order gear and have it ready for pick up at the Athena & Artemis Women’s Fly Shop while you are in the Driftless. Or have it sent to your home after learning what you need after fishing in the Driftless.
Learn a New Fly | Mouse for Trout, Frog for Bass
September 25, 3 pm – 27th, 12 pm
$450.00 per person (flies, lodging, meals, expertise & fun included) –
Lodging: 3 Days/ 2 nights at an immaculate Airbnb, Offering 5 spots only,
Meals: Slow cooker or Individuals will be responsible for their own meals.
Great call in/ curb side pick-up at Kickapoo Coffee until 2 pm or Driftless Café all day.
Not included: Preferred Beverages, WI License w/ trout stamp, gratuities.
Needed supplies
WI Fishing license w/ Trout Stamp, Polarized sunglasses, Hat, Head / Hat lamp for dark, Wading Staff suggested, Layers for night time fishing, Waders/ boots, net, 5 Wt Rod/ Reel (can rent one if you don’t have one), Leaders, 3x and 4x , 7 – 9 foot long
Your fishing gear for trout in the Driftless (if you don’t know what to bring email shenanigansff@gmail.com for a list).
Women's Driftless Walk N Wade Week
September 28th @3 pm - October 2th @12 pm. Mon - Friday
$1200 per person
Lodging: 5 Days / 4 nights at an immaculate Airbnb, Offering 5 spots only,
Meals: Breakfast and dinner provided or Individuals will be responsible for their own meals.Great call in/ curb side pick up at Kickapoo Coffee until 2 pm or Driftless Café all day.
Not included: Preferred Beverages, WI License w/ trout stamp, & Tips
Needed supplies
WI Fishing license w/ Trout Stamp, https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/fishing/outreach/fishinglicenses.html
Polarized sunglasses, Hat, Head / Hat lamp , Wading Staff suggested
Layers for fishing, evenings are colder, Waders/ boots, net, Rod/ Reel (can rent one if you don’t have one), Leaders, 4 & 5X , 7 – 9 foot long
Your fishing gear for trout in the Driftless (if you don’t know what to bring email shenanigansff@gmail.com for a list).
Other options
Eating at the Driftless Café, Chef Luke Zahm won James Bard Restaurant Award and it is a fabulous dining experience.
https://driftlesscafe.com/press & Kickapoo Coffee House
Canoe/ Kayak the infamous Kickapoo River
Visit the Driftless Angler Fly shop where Geri Meyer has specialized in carrying gear and clothing for women fly fishers. https://www.driftlessangler.com/
Learn a New Fly | CraneFlies, Pink Squirrel. Bonus its Hopper Season!
October 2 @3 pm - 4th @12 pm.
$450.00 per person ( lodging, some meals, expertise included ). Learn how to fish Craneflies dry or wet and how to fish the infamous Pink Squirrel with or without an indicator. Effectively learning how to fish different columns of the water to get to the fish!
Lodging: 3 Days/ 2 nights at an immaculate Airbnb that sleeps 12, Offering 5 spots only, each person has their own bed
OR Tent outside (have access to inside bathroom).
Meals: Slow cooker or Individuals will be responsible for their own meals.
Great call in/ curb side pick up at Kickapoo Coffee until 2 pm or Driftless Café all day.
Not included: Beverages, WI License w/ trout stamp & gratuities.
Needed supplies
WI Fishing license w/ Trout Stamp, Polarized sunglasses, Hat, Head / Hat lamp for darkWading Staff suggested, Layers for fishing
Waders/ boots, net
4 or 5wt Rod/ Reel (can rent one if you don’t have one)
Leaders, 4 & 5X , 7 – 9 foot long
Your fishing gear for trout in the Driftless (if you don’t know what to bring email shenanigansff@gmail.com for a list).
https://wiflyfisher.com/patterns/Pink-Squirrel-fly-pattern.asp