Mentorships

What is our fly fishing mentoring program?

The fly fishing mentorship is an annual event organized by the FQSA, designed to introduce beginners to fly fishing.

This event, which has been held for over 15 years now, generally takes place during the Labor Day long weekend.

Participants are guided by mentors who are passionate about fly fishing and committed to sharing their knowledge in a welcoming environment that fosters learning and meaningful connections.

 

Who is it for?

The mentoring program is open to anyone interested in learning fly fishing. It is designed for both beginners who have never held a fly rod before and new anglers (with 10 days or less of fishing experience) who do not yet feel completely confident on their own.

 

 

 

2026 Edition

This edition of the fly fishing mentorship program will take place from September 4 to 7, 2026, in the beautiful Gaspé Peninsula region.

Each team of beginners (two participants per team) will be accompanied by a mentor who will teach them the basics of fly fishing to help them develop their independence and skills.

Participants will have the opportunity to explore different techniques and fishing environments thanks to two full days dedicated to salmon fishing on the Sainte-Anne and Cap-Chat rivers.

 

Preliminary schedule of the mentorship:

PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE 2026 MENTORSHIP

 

 

Registration

This trip is made possible through funding from the Ministry of the Environment, Climate Change, Wildlife, and Parks (MELCCFP). As part of this funding, a random selection process is required to participate in the trip.

*Registration will open on March 31st, 2026, and close at midnight on June 1st, 2026.

On June 2, 2026, the Saumon Québec team will draw the names of 10 participants, who may be accompanied by a guest of their choice for the activity.

 

Registration form

Pricing

$700 + tax per person for double occupancy and $1,100 + tax for single occupancy

 

Princing includes :

• Accommodations for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at a hotel in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts
• Breakfast on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday
• Lunch on Saturday and Sunday
• Dinner on Saturday and Sunday
• Fishing access rights
• Guidance from a mentor
• A box of flies
• FQSA membership
• Service fees
• Equipment rental

 

Pricing excludes :

• Transportation
• Salmon fishing license
• Friday night meal
• Snacks
• Alcoholic beverages