Introduction to Fly Tying

Catch a fish with a fly you made yourself!

Using clever combinations of feathers, fur, and wire – a fly tyer aims to imitate the look, flutter, wiggle, color, and silhouette of a bug or bait fish, all in hopes of presenting an appetizing imitation to an unsuspecting fish. A skilled angler is also a student of nature and selects a fly that mimics what insects are doing in nature.

Join us at the New Jersey School of Conservation for an introduction to the art of fly tying. Golden Stone Outfitters of Lafayette, NJ is generously donating their expertise and all the materials you’ll need to tie your own wooly bugger fly. We’ll also provide opportunities to try your hand at casting a fly rod if you’ve never had the pleasure of doing so. Bring your fishing license if you’d like to test out your fly on one of our fly rods (or your own) and catch one of our warm water fish species in Lake Wapalanne.

No interest in casting a fly rod? Fly tying is also an ART! We totally get it if the artistic expression of creating the fly is what appeals to you! Whether your fly catches a fish or catches compliments as a colorful accessory, we’re sure you’ll enjoy this hands-on introduction to the traditional skill of fly tying.

This workshop is open to adults and youth ages 16 and up. Participants under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Limited to 12 participants. NJ fishing license is required should you actually want to fish; no license required if you just want to practice casting and fly tying.

In case of rain, this workshop will be postponed to Sunday, September 7, and participants will be notified via email (don’t forget to check the email you use to register!).