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December Fly Tying Class: BWO Thorax Style

by Barry Burt



Dec 11 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange

This dry fly pattern is an adult mayfly. These insects hatch all over the United States, very readily in the spring and summer. The “BWO” stands for blue wing olive. If you are one of the people going to the green river in April, this fly is an absolute must. We will be tying the fly in a size 16, so bring your glasses, magnification if  you have it and a table light. The club has quite a few lights, but usually not enough to go around. As always, the class is free and all materials are provided. If you have black 6/0 thread do bring it. We love to have beginners and have equipment for you to use and plenty of instruction. Also, don’t forget to sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-688-1561 or 831-234-6515. Elaine

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.

Date Fly Excerpt
Feb 12 6:30 pm - 8:30 pmGino's Midge Emerger

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Posted on November 11th, 2024

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April Fly Tying Class: Cicada

by Elaine Cook - Fly Tying Chairman



Apr 10 6:30 PM @

Looking ahead we will be tying a nymph that has been around for a long long time. It’s a great fly for beginners.

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.

Date Fly Excerpt
May 14 6:30 pm - 8:30 pmDahlberg Diver

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March Fly Tying Class: Poppers

by Elaine Cook - Fly Tying Chairman



Mar 16 10:00 AM @

It’s time to get ready for the bass and bluegill season with some of these top water creations. This is a two day class that is a very artsy crafty and beginners should feel comfortable in attending. All the materials will be provided including the thread. Vises and tools will be available for beginners. There is limited space, so only sign up if you are committed to attend and do so no later than March 11. You can sign up at the club meeting or by calling me at 831-234-6515

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.

Date Fly Excerpt
Apr 09 6:30 pm - 8:30 pmCicada

TBD

May 14 6:30 pm - 8:30 pmDahlberg Diver

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Posted on November 11th, 2024

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February Fly Tying Class: Gino’s Midge Emerger

by Elaine Cook - Fly Tying Chairman



Feb 14 6:30 PM @

This fly originated in England, and became extremely popular until they outlawed because it was too successful. It is now becoming very popular in the states, and having the same results including at Pyramid Lake. We will be having a club fish out there in early April so be sure and bring a few of these flies with you. It’s tied in a variety of ways and we will be tying one that was particularly successful at Pyramid this last year. For those of you who are new to our club, the classes are always free with materials provided.For people who are new to fly tying, tools, vices, and thread are made available. For those who have thread bring white flat waxed nylon or similar. Our annual fundraiser of Salmon and big ralffle on the 3rd of February is taking the place of our club meeting so you will need to sign up by calling or emailing me. 831-234-6515, coookin@gmail.com

MARCH FLY TYING CLASS: We will be doing our annual popper class and space is limited. It will be held the weekend of March 16 and 17th at my home. Two days are required, each about four hours, due to drying of paints and epoxies.  No particular fly tying skill is needed for this class.  If you wish to attend this class, you can sign up now to assure your place. Do call if you have questions.

 

 

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.

Date Fly Excerpt
Mar 15 6:30 pm - 8:30 pmPoppers - Day 1

TBD

Mar 16 6:30 pm - 8:30 pmPoppers - Day 2

TBD

Apr 09 6:30 pm - 8:30 pmCicada

TBD

May 14 6:30 pm - 8:30 pmDahlberg Diver

TBD

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Posted on November 11th, 2024

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Wits Foam Emerger – Pearl

by Elaine Cook - Fly Tying Chairman

The primary food source for trout in the winter time are midges. This pattern is an emerger that will float in the surface film due to the foam post. The body will hang down into the water. The directions are written for a size 16 hook. Adjust materials, accordingly.

HOOK: Daiichi 1130, TMC 100 or similar lightweight wire scud hook. Crimp barb.
THREAD: White 6/0.  Attach 2 eye lengths behind eye. Wrap to halfway around bend of hook with touching wraps. Then back to tie in. Repeat once or twice depending on size of hook. (see photo)
BODY: Pearl Krystal Flash.   Tie to top of shank with touching thread wraps  back to two thread wraps from end of prior thread wraps. Then thread wraps back to tie. Cut excess. Wrap flash forward with touching or slightly overlapping wraps. Tie off, cut excess. Apply glue to entire body. Allowed to dry. Then cut white thread.
THREAD: Black 6/0. Attach 2 eye lengths  behind eye.
POST: 2mm White Foam.   Cut very narrow strip. Then point at one end. Attach pointed end behind eye with remainder of strip forward. Fold  back and tie down leaving loop (see photo). Cut excess. Tie down butt end. Apply small amount of glue. Allow to dry.
THORAX: Peacock Herl.  Attach behind post. Make dubbing loop. Twist to form chenille. Wrap generous thorax. Tie off, cut access. Half hitch under post behind eye to tie off. Cut thread. Small amount of glue to tie off.
NOTE: Moisten body before fishing to aid its sinking into water.

Posted on October 15th, 2024

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November Fly Tying Class: Colorado King Caddis

by Elaine Cook - Fly Tying Chairman



Nov 13 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange

This dry fly pattern for trout can be tied in sizes 8 to 18, so will work in a great variety of places. I particularly like one of the larger sizes for using in the Rocky Mountains. We will use a larger hook for the class.  This is not a difficult fly to tie so you beginners should feel comfortable participating. The fly includes peccary, which is seldom used for tying flies. You more experienced tyers should find the technique using this material interesting. As always all the materials are provided and if you have 6/0 black thread, please bring it. We welcome you beginners and have equipment for you to use. Please sign up at the club meeting or call me at 831-234-6515.

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.

Date Fly Excerpt
BWO Thorax StyleDec 11 6:30 pm - 8:30 pmBWO Thorax Style

This dry fly pattern is an adult mayfly. These insects hatch all over the United States, very readily in the spring and summer. The “BWO” stands for blue wing olive. If you are one of the people going to the green river in April, this fly is an absolute must. We will be tying the fly in a size 16, so bring your glasses, magnification if  you have it and a table light. The club has quite a few lights, but usually not enough to go around. As always, the class is free and all materials are provided. If you have black 6/0 thread do bring it. We love to have beginners and have equipment for you to use and plenty of instruction. Also, don’t forget to sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-688-1561 or 831-234-6515. Elaine

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Posted on October 17th, 2024