Fly Tying Class Begins in January
The fly tying class has been cancelled for this year.
CVTU will again sponsor a fly-tying class taught by Pete Peterson. Pete has been tying flies for decades and teaching for almost as long. Not only does he bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table but his experience as a teacher makes the learning both fun and quick.
This class is especially geared towards the beginner but we have also had advanced tiers join the class and Pete has helped them build more advanced skills. Experienced tiers from the club will also be on hand so there will be plenty of one-on-one coaching and assistance. Before each class Pete provides detailed tying instructions for the patterns that we’ll be working on. For both novices and more experienced tiers, it promises to be a most rewarding experience.
Classes will start in late January followed by a break for a couple of weeks so that new students can purchase the necessary equipment. The class works around the Marlborough, MA and Somerset, NJ fly tying shows so you can visit those shows if you want to check out equipment and materials first hand. Of course you can also visit local shops to pick up what you need.
The classes are held at Pete Peterson’s home in Newtown, CT. They begin at 7:30 p.m. each Thursday and run for about two hours. The cost of the course is $100 and this fee is donated in its entirety to the chapter to support our Youth Education and Conservation activities.
Class 1 – We will discuss tools, equipment, and materials and suggestions about where to procure them. We will also discuss useful books and web sites. You will also receive hand outs. You will participate in a hands-on exercise on tying on, tying a half hitch and tying a whip finish. Accordingly, the only thing you have to bring is material to make notes.
Class 2 – We will emphasize fly-tying principles and basic techniques such as thread handing and material use by tying three different flies.
Classes 3 though 6 – In each class we will feature a different insect. We will tie the nymph, emerger or the wet fly, and the dun of the same insect. The materials and instructions/directions will be provided to you by e-mail prior to each class.
You will build on the skills and techniques learned in prior classes and continue to learn new methods. The Chapter will provide the hooks for the classes. A couple of additional Thursdays will be reserved in case a class must be cancelled due to inclement weather.
If you have any questions or comments, please contact Pete Peterson by phone at [203] 426-3004, by e-mail at cpeterson3004 [at] charter [dot] net or in person at one of the meetings.
