Each year, Clark-Skamania Flyfishers offers a course titled Introduction to Fly Tying.The course, under the leadership of Wayne Bigelow, is offered to members and non-members and provides students with more than 14 hours of fly-tying instruction by some of the region's most experienced tiers. In addition to the lectures and demonstrations, students receive one-on-one instruction each week from volunteer instructors who provide a hands-on approach to learning this ancient and revered skill. The class meets once a week for two hours over a six-week period. Students learn to tie a dozen different patterns that can be used for a number of species in a variety of locations around the region. See the Club's Events Page for the date of the next class.

Cost and Class Size

CSF's Introduction to Fly Tyingis considered to be one of the best instructional bargains in the area. Thanks to the continued generosity of Kaufmann's Streamborn, all tying materials are included in the course fee. In addition, students receive a copy of Randall Kaufmann's excellent reference book, Fly Tying for Beginners. In order to provide the best possible learning environment, space is limited to 15 students and is filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
 

What You Need to Bring

Just bring yourself. Tools, including a vise, are provided.

For students wishing to purchase a rudimentary selection of tools, a recommended list is below:
 

Although any vise is acceptable for the beginning fly-tier, good quality tools will last a lifetime and are highly recommended. Consult your local fly shop or one of the following books (available at most public libraries) for a more detailed explanation of tools and their respective values:

Contact

For current tuition information, please contact the class coordinator, Wayne Bigelow, by email.