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John Hoffmann – Tying “Classic” Steelhead Fly Patterns … When In Doubt, Look Back!

Hook Line & Sinker, Home of The First Cast Flyshop 380 Eramosa Rd., Guelph, Ontario, Canada

John Hoffmann's Classic Steelhead Flies. Classic Steelhead flies have always been simple to tie with easy to find materials. These flies look elegant in your fly box and they work! For the last century these patterns have been created with confidence and with the belief that fly fishing is an artistic pursuit and a gentlemanly […]

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Larry MacGratton – Strategies & Flies for Switch Rods

Hook Line & Sinker, Home of The First Cast Flyshop 380 Eramosa Rd., Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Larry will be discussing The Strategies & Flies that are most effective when using a Switch Rod for Ontario Steelhead. See here for Larry's past Guest Presenter Sessions. See here for Larry's complete BIO.

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Nick Groves – Big Streamers for Big Grand River Browns

Hook Line & Sinker, Home of The First Cast Flyshop 380 Eramosa Rd., Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Nick will be tying some of his "Secret Guide" streamer patterns for MONSTER Brown Trout on the Upper Grand River... Nick Groves - Assorted Streamer Patterns. See here for Nick's past Guest Presenter Session. See here for Nick's complete BIO.

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Joe Penich – Mastering the Hoh Bo Spey Fly

Hook Line & Sinker, Home of The First Cast Flyshop 380 Eramosa Rd., Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Joe will be demonstrating the art of tying what is potentially one of the deadliest Steelhead Patterns ever created ... The " Hoh Bo Spey " ... The Hoh Bo Spey is a standard in any steelhead fly fishers arsenal. The Hoh Bo Spey combines realistic profile and movement into one package. The Hoh Bo […]

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DOUBLE HEADER – PART 1- Alec Medemblik – Making The Most of Quills & Biots

Hook Line & Sinker, Home of The First Cast Flyshop 380 Eramosa Rd., Guelph, Ontario, Canada

This the FIRST HALF of the DOUBLE HEADER !! Alec will be demonstrating different techniques to improve the durability and appearance of flies tied with Quills. In addition, you will also learn several new applications for these materials. See here for Alec's complete BIO See here for some of Alec's Flies in the TFC Fly […]

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DOUBLE HEADER – PART 2- Brian Morrison – Steelhead – Wild vs Hatchery – Are Hatcheries the Answer ?

Hook Line & Sinker, Home of The First Cast Flyshop 380 Eramosa Rd., Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Brian Morrison with a Steelhead from The Copper River near Terrace British Columbia. This the SECOND HALF of the DOUBLE HEADER !! The stocking of propagated fishes has been a fisheries management tool for resource managers for more than a hundred years. During this time, the roles of propagated fish have been deemed to be important […]

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Ted Shand – “Have” Night Life – Fishing & Tying Spinner Patterns

Hook Line & Sinker, Home of The First Cast Flyshop 380 Eramosa Rd., Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Having a "Night Life!" Ted Shand Night Fishing The Grand River with his Spinner Patterns. Tying & Effectively Fishing Spinner Patterns. See here for Ted's complete BIO. See here or Ted's Past Guest Speaker Session.

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Fly Tying Class – Joe Penich – Tying Steelhead Intruders & Tubes

Speed Valley Chapter of Trout Unlimited Canada - Guelph, Ontario, Canada

During this 4 hour tying session, Joe Penich will concentrate on teaching the basics of tying Steelhead Intruder Patterns on Shanks, Cut Shanks and Tubes.   This Class has limited seating - please call to reserve your spot today !! See here for Joe's complete BIO. See here for one of Joe's recent Sessions. See here for […]

$79.99

Joe Penich – JP’s Specialty Nymph’s – Tying and Fishing Strategies

Speed Valley Chapter of Trout Unlimited Canada - Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Joe is a valuable asset to TFC and and is one of the most unassuming anglers and fly tyers you will meet. Joe will be tying and explaining techniques used to replicate his signature "deadly" Grand River Nymph Patterns. Here are some examples what he'll be tying: J.P.'s Wiggle Hex Nymph. J.P.'s Mayfly Nymph. J.P.'s […]

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Ken Collins – “Easy To Tie” But Successful Saltwater Patterns

Speed Valley Chapter of Trout Unlimited Canada - Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Going south and having a few of the patterns Ken will be tying  will be a GIANT step in the right direction for a successful "salty" trip!   Ken Collins, the Owner of Grand River Troutfitters, has been fishing with a fly since a teacher introduced him to the sport when he was 11 years old. […]

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Arron Varga – Using “Catgut” for Grand River Flies

Hook Line & Sinker, Home of The First Cast Flyshop 380 Eramosa Rd., Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Catgut Flies by Arron Varga Catgut Flies by Arron Varga Under Water. Arron with a Grand River Brown Trout while Czech / Euro Nymphing. See here for Arron's Past Guest Presenter Session. See here for Arron's complete BIO. See here for some of Arrons award winning fly patterns.

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Island Lake Conservation Area Annual Ice Fishing Derby

Island Lake Conservation Area 1255 Old Derry Road , Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

See here for details on theIsland Lake Conservation Area. Dear Friends, Attached you will find a poster advertising the Island Lake Conservation Area annual ice fishing derby. Running from February 1st until the 29th and with $2500 in cash prizes this year's derby promises to be a real success. Located in Orangeville, Island Lake is […]

Rick Brunsden – “SMALL” Wets for “BIG” Steel

Speed Valley Chapter of Trout Unlimited Canada - Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Rick Brunsden is modest to a fault. As a personal friend, when it comes to "trout" and Steelhead, he catches more than his share of fish and is a fine fly fisher. He has forgotten more places to fish than most of us have ever tried! Rick will share with us some of his best […]

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2016 Fly Fishing Film Tour

The International Centre 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

2016 Fly Fishing Film Tour. This year's whole new lineup of films is set to hit Canada and the U.S and the first show of the year here in Canada is going to be Thursday, Feb 11th in Mississauga. To buy tickets and view this year's trailers - See here. Date: Thursday, Feb 11, 2016 […]

Steve May – Remembering Ian Colin James …

Speed Valley Chapter of Trout Unlimited Canada - Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Remembering Ian Colin James... Ian Colin James' - Smack 'Em Spey. Steve will be tying some patterns of the late Ian Colin James including: The Smack 'Em Spey; The Puke Fly; and the Crunchy Caddis. Ian James - The Puke Fly. See here for Steve's last Guest Presenter Session. See here for Steve's complete BIO.

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