The 2009 International

Fly Tying Symposium

 

Special Limited Classes (Fee)

These morning classes offer a unique instructional experience in a limited class setting. A personal opportunity to spend time with a world class fly tier. Most classes are limited to only ten students. Don't hesitate to register before the classes are closed.

Class Details

Times:

Saturday & Sunday from 8:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Arrive at 8:00 a.m. to register and prepare for class.
Location: Doubletree Hotel
Fee:$70.00 – includes free sameday ticket to
symposium. FFF Class – FREE
Phone to Register- Daily: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. • (814) 443-3638
MasterCard and VISA.
Sorry No Refunds.

Saturday

Dick Talleur (Class) $70
Streamer Flies
Learn the tricks from Dick to tie several of the best streamer designs ever invented. These patterns are a must for trout, salmon, bass, and saltwater fish, too. Intermediate.

Eric Stroup (Class) $70
Trout Patterns
When one of the best guides in the East shows you his “go to flies” you need to listen. No need to steal his patterns, since Eric will share every secret step for you to design these beauties. Intermediate.

Walt Young and Ron McGraw (Class) $70
Smallmouth Techniques and Patterns
Walt and Ron have honed their smallmouth fishing to a fine tune. Get the methods and tie these unique patterns for smallies and don’t hesitate to use them in the salt either. Intermediate.

F.F.F. Fly Fishing and Fly Tying (Class) FREE
ONLY OFFERED AT 1:00-2:30 P.M.
The federation instructors will teach your scouts what they need to know in order to earn their merit badge. If you aren’t a scout, you are still welcome to be part of this class. Call Bob Ford at (617) 536-6109 to register. Class gets full, so call ASAP for your child’s sake. It’s a memory that’s good.

Sunday

Jack Gartside (Class) $70
Salt Water and Largemouth Bass Flies
You owe yourself a treat to attend Jack’s class. He’s serious, but funny. You won’t have a boring moment learning some of the most respected and legendary fly patterns coming from one of our sports most creative tiers. Intermediate.

Johan Klingberg (Class) $70
Czech Nymphs
These patterns have taken fly fishing by storm, not only in your local streams, but by winning world competitions. Yohan returns again from Sweden to show you original designs and new variations. You’ll have fun and love this class. Oh yes, perfect English spoken here! Intermediate.

Enrico Puglisi (Class) $70
E.P. Flies for Salt Water
Erico has developed some of the best patterns with his unique synthetics for stripers, albies, tarpon, and any fish in salt water, even sailfish and marlin. Just ask the Florida guides what fly catches the most tarpon. You can learn from the creator his original techniques with the materials he invented, also supplied to the class. Intermediate.

Marc Petitjean (Class) $70
Tying with C.D.C.
Learn how to tie with the C.D.C. from the man who started it all in Europe and is now the rage in America. Marc is coming from Switzerland and you have a chance to take a class that will be unsurpassed. Marc is a true C.D.C. genius. Intermediate

Note: Most classes require some tying experience and others may require more. Ask us when you call. Beginners are welcome, but be prepared for more than basics. All students must bring their own tying vise, tools, lamp if needed, and a sampling of materials. Most classes will provide adequate materials for the patterns being taught. The classes will be held in the Doubletree Hotel. If a class is cancelled, you will be notified 5 days prior to the weekend and either permitted to switch or receive an authorized refund.

 

FFF Youth Class

The Federation of Fly Fishers will be instructing this introductory class for all youngsters wanting to learn more about fly fishing and fly tying. It will also help those scouts that need this instruction to earn their fly fishing merit badge. If you’re a scout or not, this is a great class to be taking and it’s all free. Let’s bring the youngsters to the symposium and bring a life that involves fly fishing. It all starts here. Please call to register. Last minute openings taken at the show, if available. See class details in brochure for registering info.