Fly Tying Class for Tweens and Teens

Tuesday, February 204:00—6:00 PMClassroomPeabody Institute Library of Danvers15 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA, 01923

This is an introduction on teaching tweens and teens the art and science of FLY TYING. The class focuses on the fundamentals of how to create an “artificial lure”, commonly called a fly, which represents an imitation of what a fish would eat in nature. We will talk about the tools, materials, supplies, and techniques needed to create a fly. Furthermore, we will discuss basic entomology (bug identification) and how it will relate to the flies you will actually tie. All participants will leave with a fly that they have tied that can be used on the river or lake.

Class size is limited to six (6). Ages 10 and up. All equipment and materials will be provided. 

REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Craig Andree is an avid outdoorsman and fly fisher his entire life. He has climbed all the New Hampshire 4000 footers as well Half Dome in Yosemite and Mt. Lassen in Volcanic National Park. He has guided clients on the Allagash Waterway and the 100 Mile Wilderness. Craig has fly fished throughout the United States and has been teaching fly fishing and tying for the last decade. He is Adjunct Professor at Salem State University teaching a credited course on fly. Craig currently lives in Peabody, Massachusetts.

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