This is the next level in Spey Casting. We will improve your existing skills, then build a solid foundation of new and different casts. The knowledge gained will allow you to fish any river situation. The Program will include: Spey Cast, Snake Roll, Circle C, Single Spey, Perry Poke . Rick Whorwood and Frank Reviewing […]
"Davy" or "Davy Wotton" Knot. We are consitantly asked questions about knots: Is there a special knot to join fluoro to mono ? Which is the "best"knot for joining tippet to a tapered leader ? Which knot is the "best" for heavier diameter lines ? Which knot should I use to join a Fly Line to backing ? Which is […]
Alec Medemblic. Alec will be tying several unique patterns. He will be demonstrating how to incorporate CDC into different patterns, including nymphs and subsurface patterns. The flies tied will be representative of local hatches. CDC-Tie - With Hemingway's Wings. CDC-Tie. Alec Medemblik - Sample CDC Ties. See here for Alec's Complete BIO.
Dubbing Brushes and Sample Flies. Arron Varga - Dubbing Brushes or Flies? See here for Arron's Complete BIO. See here for photos of Arron's past Guest Presenter Sessions.
*** This is a Ladies specific Lesson *** This Lesson will include: Stance and rod grip; Understanding the terminology; Safe wading practices; Cast from both sides of the body; Roll Cast; Switch Cast; Double Spey Cast; Circle C Cast. Becky Knifton - Women's Beginner Two Handed Spey Casting Course. See here for Becky's complete BIO.
See here for details on the personalized Lessons. If you're just getting started or shopping for someone who is, knowing what to get can be an overwhelming task to tackle. We're always here to help and are available to answer any of your questions to make sure you get the right gear. Here is a […]
See here for details on the personalized Lessons. If you're just getting started or shopping for someone who is, knowing what to get can be an overwhelming task to tackle. We're always here to help and are available to answer any of your questions to make sure you get the right gear. Here is a […]
Any newcomer moving from fly fishing for trout to the world of Spey casting and double handed rods, will find the plethora of lines and casting methods a bit overwhelming. Trying to sort it out by ourselves can be quite a challenge. Listening to proponents of each method can leave us perplexed as they often […]
Peter Charles - Spey Casting Lesson / Tune-Up. This six hour course is intended for someone who has done some Spey casting in the past, but who needs a refresher to start the season. This course will includes: the fundamentals of Spey casting; the Switch cast; the Single Spey; the Double Spey; any other cast […]
Peter Charles - Spey Casting. The Skagit Spey Casting Method "As one of three styles of Spey casting, Skagit Spey casting features short, heavy shooting head lines with dense sinktips and large flies. Typical casts used in the style are the Snap T, Double Spey, and Perry Poke. Skagit Spey casts differ from regular Spey […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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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