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Western
Sport Shop: Flyfishing:
Classes: Fly Tying:
Fly Tying Classes
at Western Sport Shop
Basic materials
used during fly tying class sessions are provided at no charge. However,
students must provide their own tools and vises. Materials for practice
and fly patterns made outside the class are the responsibility of the
student..
Beginning Fly
Tying
Our instructors
demystify the process of imitating and representing nature's creatures,
beginning with simple patterns, explaining materials selection and the
tying process. Whether you join the class to releive stress, learn a
new art or just catch fish, you'll learn about nature and the life cycles
of living organisms usually taken for granted. By the end of the first
session, you'll understand how to tie your own patterns at streamside
(so you'll never be "out of the right fly" again!) After the last, you'll
actually be making the most effective patterns and be ready to catch
a trophy fish on a fly you tied yourself.
View
the Current Schedule of Classes
These
Classes are available for Online Registration
Intermediate
Fly Tying
Once you've
got the basics down, we help you progress to more realistic, creative
and demanding fly patterns. Instruction will also touch upon advanced
trout, bass and saltwater techniques. Requirements: Mastery of basic
fly tying techniques.
These
Classes are available for Online Registration
Single Session
Specialty (SSS) Fly Tying Classes
These
single session classes are designed to build upon a fundamental understanding
of tying techniques to create specific patterns demanded by the unique
fisheries we encounter. These courses focus on proven patterns for the
specific location, often incorporating unique techniques in their creation.
Requirements: Mastery of basic fly tying techniques.
Recommended: Experience tying a variety of patterns.
SSS - Tying Bay
Area Saltwater Flies
Learn
how to tie for the exciting saltwater action right here in your own
back yard. San Francisco Bay and Pacific ocean fishing requires unique
and sturdy patterns for success. You will be able to tempt perch, striped
bass and more after this informative session.
SSS - Upper Sacramento
River Flies
Improve
your technique through specific instruction on flies for this very productive
and rewarding area. This class emphasizes proven patterns for this beautiful
California fishery, covering Stoneflies, Prince Nymphs, Green Drakes
(dry) and Stimulators.
SSS - Fall River/Hat
Creek Flies
Going
to the Fall River basin this year? We'll help make sure you're able
to tie the most effective flies for this area. The patterns covered
will include the Little Yellow Stone, Hunchback PT, Cripple and Parachute.
General Class
Details
Classes
run from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm on weekday evenings, and Saturdays from
9:00 am to 4 pm, unless otherwise noted. Special time arrangements can
be made if the class members are in agreement. Equipment used during
fly fishng and casting classes is provided at no charge. Basic materials
for fly tying classes are provided at no charge. However, students must
provide their own tools and vises. Materials for practice and fly patterns
made outside the class are the responsibility of the student.
Click
here to see a listing of the current class schedules.
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Our
Most Popular
Fly Tying Books -
Click
on a book for more information!
Guide to Fly Tying
by Talleur
(from
Fly Tying Books)
Fly Patterns of
Umpqua Feather Merchants
by Kaufman
(from Fly Tying Books)
Trout Flies of the West
by Schollmeyer
(from Fly Tying Books)
Fly Patterns for Stillwaters
by Rowley
(from Fly Tying Books)
Saltwater Fly Tying
by Wentink
(from Fly Tying Books)
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