FLY FISHING EVERYWHERE.

  • We're two lifelong anglers whose paths were shaped by service, resilience, education, and a love of wild places.

    Frankie found healing and purpose through fly fishing after a career in wildland fire as a Smokejumper, Captain, and Hotshot. Over the past decade and a half, he has worked throughout Montana and California as a guide, in fly shops and the outdoor industry, helping anglers develop their skills and deepen their connection to the sport.

    Noël grew up fishing the rivers and wild trout streams of the Western Sierra. After earning advanced degrees in biology and education, teaching in urban classrooms, raising five children, and navigating a cancer journey, she returned to the water through fly fishing and rediscovered the power of community, mentorship, and time spent outdoors.

    Together, we envisioned a fly shop that feels less like a store and more like a gathering place - a home base for anglers of all backgrounds and experience levels.

  • We believe fly fishing should be challenging, rewarding, and accessible.

    We teach without gatekeeping. We share knowledge freely. We invest in our fellow anglers.

    Whether you’re preparing for your first surf perch, your hundredth trout trip, or a dream destination you’ve been planning for years, our goal is to help you take the next step in your journey.

    We believe stewardship begins with participation. By educating anglers, supporting responsible fishing practices, and fostering a culture of respect for wild places, we hope to leave our fisheries and our community stronger than we found them.

    Most importantly, we believe everyone deserves a place on the water.

  • We provide carefully selected fly fishing equipment, fly tying materials, instruction, education, and community.

    Our shop serves anglers who fish everywhere - from mountain trout streams and local surf to warmwater fisheries, desert lakes, and international destinations.

    Inside you’ll find premuim gear, expert advice, fly tying resources, classes, events, and a welcoming place to gather, learn, and share stories.

    Whether you need a fly, a rod, a lesson, a travel recommendation, or simply a good conversation over coffee, we’re here to help you prepare for your next adventure.

  • The best part of fly fishing isn’t the gear - it’s the people. Whether you’re new to the sport, returning after years away, or have spent a lifetime on the water, we’d love to meet you.

    Stop by the shop, pull up a chair, and become part of a community built around learning, adventure, and a shared respect for wild places.

    • Attend a fly tying night

    • Join a class or workshop

    • Learn about local waters

    • Meet fellow fly fishers

    • Follow our fishing reports and events

    • Prepare for your next adventure

    The coffee is on, the stories are free, and there’s always room for one more angler.

Stay in the Loop

Become part of the founding Westside FLy community

We’re building something new for fly anglers on the Westside - classes, trips, tying nights, and a place to gather.

Sign up to get early access to events and updates as we build toward opening.

Two people, a man and a woman, are fly fishing by a river in an outdoor setting with trees and mountains in the background. They are wearing glasses and jackets, and the man is wearing a hat and sunglasses.

Experiences

Whether you’re picking up a fly rod for the first time, joining a fly tying night, or traveling to a bucket list destination, Westside Fly is built around experiences that connect anglers to the water and to one another.

  • BUILD SKILLS AND CONFIDENCE THROUGH HANDS-ON INSTRUCTION

    Introduction to Flyfishing

    A beginner-friendly course covering equipment, casting fundamentals, knots, fish behavior, bugs and flies.

    Introduction to Surf Fly Fishing

    Learn how to read the beach, identify productive water, choose patterns, and target SoCal surf species.

    Fly Tying Workshops

    Regular tying nights for anglers of all experience levels. Learn proven patterns, techniques, and the stories behind the flies.

  • EVENTS DESIGNED TO BRING THE FLY FISHING COMMUNITY TOGETHER

    • Community Fly Tying Nights

    • Guest Speakers

    • Conservation Events

    • Film Nights

    • Travel Presentations

    • Product Demonstrations

    • Special Events

  • GUIDED AND HOSTED ADVENTURES RANGING FROM LOCAL WATERS TO WORLD-CLASS DESTINATIONS

    Guided Trips

    • Southern California Surf

    • Urban Carp

    • Sierra Trout Waters

    Destination Travel

    • Magdalena Bay

    • Pyramid Lake

    • Belize

    • Montana

    • Patagonia

GATHER. Tie.

FIsh. Repeat.

Community Fly tying Night

Some of the best conversations in fly fishing happen around the tying table.

Join us for a casual evening of tying flies, sharing ideas, and connecting with fellow anglers. Bring your own vise and materials, or simply come to watch, learn and meet people. Experienced tyers are always happy to share techniques, and beginners are encouraged to ask questions. There are no lectures, no pressure, no expectations - just a room full of people who enjoy making flies.

These evenings are about more than filling fly boxes. They’re about preserving the traditions of fly tying, learning from one another, and building a stronger fly fishing community here in Los Angeles.

Fish hard. Teach freely. Travel often. Care for the water.

Fish hard. Teach freely. Travel often. Care for the water.