2021 Introductory Fly Tying Course (4 Weeks): MONDAY Nights – February 1, 8, 22, March 1
This class will be led by Mark Utter and will focus exclusively on the basic skills and techniques necessary to tie trout flies, and as such is intended specifically for those people who have either NEVER tied a fly before or have made a couple attempts but not had any formal instruction. We will spend time (especially the first night) discussing topics like equipment selection (vises, scissors, etc.), materials selection, and more. We will focus on establishing fundamental skills that will help you tie many types of flies and different patterns.
You will receive a set of power point charts prior to the first class that will cover many of these topics, and serve as a reference for you in the weeks/months/years to come. Prior to the first class, you will receive a “kit” of materials to tie two flies of each pattern we will cover in all four classes.
You will learn to tie the following flies:
Zebra Midge
Walt’s Worm
Emerger
Wooly Bugger
Due to the pandemic, all classes will be held via Zoom.
I'll send out the materials list and Zoom calendar invitations to those people who successfully register for the class.
We have a limited number of club-owned tying vises and tools, so if you register and need gear, please email me ASAP at markdutter@outlook.com.
Also, since the classes will be held remotely, we will need to determine a time when we can meet so I can provide the material kits and any vises or tools you may need. My email address is above and you can text or call me at 858-539-9415.
Note that I will be encouraging you to do "homework", as it will definitely improve your tying skills.