Description
Learn how to tie one of a group of flies that are all tied the same, but with different materials. The skill level of each class goes up, each week so the first class is the easiest, and the last class the most difficult. Students will be expected to attend all the classes and be on time each afternoon, because it’s fun, and you’ll always be learning, and you don’t want to hold up the class.
After taking this class, you’ll know how to use all the tools used in fly tying, as well as what types of food (natural) fish eat. You’ll also know how to tie hundreds of the most popular flies for fishing fresh water in New England and New York, just by following material lists for flies found on the internet or in books, the same way you tied the fly in class (Fly patterns).
During the class, if you decide that you’d like to get serious enough of a tyer to have your own tools at home – and we can help you with that. For instance, we will be using a good quality rotary vise to tie with ( the vise holds the hook, which becomes a fly when you tie it. To tie at home, you’ll need a vise, a toolkit, and tying materials. You can order the vises and toolkits through us, or on your own. We will naturally help you get started. Do not order without talking to us first. When you feel comfortable, come to our tying sessions, held several times a year.
Registration
- Age Limit: 12+ years old (students 12-17 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian 18+ years old)
- Participant Limit: 15
- Fees: $50/student ($5/class, pre-registration and payment required in advance)
- Enrollment is open until filled or December 17, 2023
- Registration Link
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