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Western Sport Shop: Events: Clinics: Maggie Merriman:
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#1 - Clinic
#2 - One of America's premiere fly fishing instructors for over 30 years, Maggie Merriman is recognized throughout the world as both a pioneer in the sport and a strong advocate on behalf of fly fishing women. Among her many accomplishments, Merriman organized and led the first two fly fishing schools for women in the western United States, beginning in 1978; became a product development consultant for a leading rod manufacturer in 1981; introduced the first fly fishing vest designed by a woman for women in 1982. A past member of the esteemed Outdoor Writers of America, she wrote a product review column for Heritage Fly Fishing magazine for three years, and authored a regular column on women's issues for the Federation of Fly Fishers national magazine. During the last three decades, Merriman has also provided casting demonstrations, slide shows and lectures to fishing clubs, regional and national conclaves, and international sport shows. On television, she has been featured in such programs a "Fishing the West" with Larry Schoenborn and "The Back Roads of Montana" with William Marcus. In 1995, she was honored as the Federation of Fly Fishers "Woman of the Year". From 1995-1998, she served as the coordinator of the FFF's National Women's Educational fly Fishing Program, which she created and organized. In May of 1998, Merriman represented the U.S.A. fly fishers at the prestigious Chatsworth Angling Fair in England. Maggie has had 30 years of teaching experience that she will share with you in these clinics, and we are proud to sponsor these events. Sign up Now - online via our secure server. or Download a PDF Version of the Maggie Merriman Fly Fishing Classes Flyer/Signup Form (requires free Adobe Acrobat Reader) Clinic dates are announced in our Email Newslettter - Click here to subscribe
What Is Covered in these Clinics: Students will meet with Maggie at the Western Sport Shop in San Rafael for informational "classroom instruction", before heading out for casting and technique workshops. This clinic is geared for the angler who is seeking a strong basis in technique, and wishes to gain an understanding of technique and technology involved in the sport. It is also a great class for the angler who may have received sparodic instruction over the years, but wishes to fill gaps in her/his knowledge and technique. Topics Covered in this Class: Understanding
Fly Tackle Essential Fly Fishing
Knots Casting Techniques
Artificial Flies
& Their Uses Presentation
Techniques Students should
bring their own lunch, fly fishing equipment, and appropriate outdoor
clothing. Beginning Flyfishing Clinic Fees: $125. Sign
up for this class online - click here
This is an excellent way to finish off the weekend! Designed as a continuation of Saturday's class, or as an ideal seminar for anglers with a basis of technique and experience, this class focuses upon mastery of casting techniques. This class meets at the Marin County Civic Center in San Rafael, and gets right into the process of improving your casting for a variety of situations. Maggie focuses on specific conditions that challenge the angler, and presents the reach cast, shooting line and gaining distance, casts for difficult wind conditions, double haul casts and how to gain accuracy. By the end of this session, you will gain confidence and understanding of the different techniques for all conditions found on the water. Casting Topics Covered in this Class: - Line Control - Straight Line - Shooting Line - Accuracy - Reach Cast - Slack Line - Wind Cast - Double Haul - Left/Right Side Casting - Running Water Techniques for Dry and Wet Fly Fishing Students should
bring their fly fishing equipment and appropriate outdoor clothing.
Intermediate/Advanced Flyfishing Clinic Fees: $50. Sign
up for this class online - click here
General Information
& Fees: For more information about these classes, please email maggie@westernsportshop.com For other classes & clinics offered by Maggie Merriman in Montana, please visit her website: www.ool.com/merriman
Signup Information: Download
Maggie Merriman Clinic Signup Form Email
signups can be sent to: Equipment List Required:
Valid California Fishing License (available at stores)
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Fly Fishing Classes with Maggie Merriman
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