Introduction to Fly Tying:

Where Art & Science Collide

This class will take place at two sessions, February 25 6pm-7:30pm and March 4 6pm-7:30pm.

This workshop will teach novices the art and science of FLY TYING. The focus

is 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 and how it will relate to the

flies you will actually tie.

All participants will leave with flies that they have tied that can be used on the

river or lake.

Fly tying is perfect for the creative person in addition to the fly fisher who loves

keeping their boxes filled. To creative minds, designing flies can be a never

ending puzzle.

All equipment and materials will be provided. If you have a vise and tools, you

are encouraged to bring them.

It is encouraged that a parent or guardian participates with their child. This

program is for children over the age of 12. Class size is limited to eight.

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About the instructor: CRAIG ANDREE has been an avid outdoorsman and fly

fisher his entire life. He has climbed all of the New Hampshire 4,000 footers as

well as 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 an Adjunct Professor at Salem

State University teaching fly fishing and fly tying. Craig lives in Peabody.