Hey Rich,

I believe it is one guide in particular that offers these classes. From what I know of them, it's more like 15 anglers, not 50. I believe that the main emphasis is more on reading water, casting techniques, lines and flies etc... not "limiting out" catching fish.

I would bet that the people who take these classes already fish the rivers that the classes are held on, and are just looking for a way to fine-tune their technique, and maybe have a bit more success when they venture out on their own.

I say what the heck, If the guide happens to make more money doing this, more power to him. I would MUCH rather see 15 conscientious anglers on the rivers that I fish, than 2 or 3 guys breaking the rules to suit their needs.