Intermediate Fly-Tying: Tactical/Euro Dry Flies

Intermediate Fly Tying:

Each class will be an in depth look at a selected topic. It will cover tying techniques, materials, and patterns relevant to the topic. This class is geared towards tyers who have experience tying and have their own vice and basic tools. This class offers a rich learning experience that will elevate your fly-tying skills to new heights. Explore different tying techniques, discover top-quality materials, and master patterns that are essential to each subject. Elevate your skills and knowledge with each session – join us for an enriching experience!

Topic: Tactical/Euro Dry Flies

While euro style fly fishing is generally thought of as a nymphing game there are techniques that

can be utilized to fish other parts of the water column. One of these skills is fishing a dry fly in on

the surface film. This type of fishing with a euro set up is generally very effective as you are

fishing a light to moderate fly with a long tactical style leader.

In this class we will cover tools, materials and skills to make you an effective euro style dry fly

tier. We will also cover a variety of concepts for making simple, but effective patterns, as well as

provide a brief discussion of some rigging suggestions.

What We Will Cover

Hook Selection

Materials and how they affect your fly

Threads

Hot Spots

Split Thread Skills

Utilizing Alternative Materials for the body

Material brands and how this choice affects your outcome

Leader set up

Arbor Anglers/Instructor to Provide

Hooks

Materials

Handout

Extra Tools

Thread

Students To Provide

Tying Vise

2 bobbins if possible

Basic tying tools

Lamp if desired with extension cord