Competition patterns.  This class will focus on tying a variety of relatively simple yet highly effective fly patterns that members of team USA employ while competing.  All of these are patterns that competitors Lance Egan, Devin Olsen and Josh Miller employ on a regular basis to put fish in the net.  Although this will focus heavily on subsurface nymph patterns, the class will include a surface pattern or two and even a smaller streamer for those situations that will warrant its use.  This class although the flies are relatively simple in nature will have a  variety of very useful tying techniques that will hone the students skill at becoming a better fly tyer. 

 

All materials will be supplied by the instructor, students will need to a bring their own vise, tools and an array of thread colors in the 8/0 or 70 denier size if possible as extra thread will be brought but may not be available to everyone in attendance.  If you do not have a wide array of thread colors at your disposal, white and black will suffice.  This class will cover 10-14 patterns give or take based solely on the ability of the students to grasp the concepts and techniques.  We will break midway through for lunch, bring your own or expect to eat at the nearby deli. 

February 18th 9 AM -4PM give or take, tuition for the class is $100 and can be secured by contacting Upcountry Sportfishing 352 Main Street New Hartford CT at 860-379-1952. Sign up sooner than later as these classes fill up fast.