Fly Tying Resource Site - Great for Any Level

I recently had the luck of coming across a great source on-line for fly tying and for purchasing flies. The site is called the Fly Tyers Almanac and can be viewed at:

http://flytying.flyfishontario.ca/.

There are tons of images and wording which both serve to illustrate the proper methods for tying all kinds of flies. You will find that there are lists of Fly Recipe's which provide the tyer with the proper materials to be used when dressing a specific fly. The site also lists fly patterns to be used during specific seasons which is a wonderful idea. If you are planning on a spring trip you can simply view the flies listed under that season.


The site is tailored to fly tying for the Ontario region of Canada, but the flies listed are tried and true patterns which can be used on any river system. Whether you buy your own flies, are a novice tyer or a seasoned veteran take some time to check out their site.
http://flytying.flyfishontario.ca/

Tying Flies - Do you Fly Fish and want to Tie Your Own

There was a time when I considered myself an avid fly fisherman, but still felt that I was missing out on one key aspect of the sport - tying flies. I spend a ton of time fishing and I also paint and draw fly fishing related artworks. It was nearing Christmas a long time ago when my fly tying hobby took hold. My brother was aware of my passion for fly fishing and I must have mentioned the concept of staring to tie flies to him at some point because Christmas morning I unwrapped a gift that has changed my life.

As I removed the wrapping paper from the gift I found a fly tying kit that included the vice and all of the tools required for tying. The best gift was still to come. Tucked inside of the carrying case for the vice there was a gift card that stated I was enrolled in fly tying classes at the local fly shop. I could not wait to start the classes.

Upon arrival at the fly shop I was introduced to a retired dentist who taught 5 of us how to tie. I truly enjoyed the class and have been applying the methods I learned t the flies I tie ever since.

If you are interested in learning to tie your own flies make sure to check out your local fly shop or sporting goods store. They will offer beginner classes where you do not need to bring a thing. This method is a great introduction to fly tying because you will be able to check out all of the vices and tools the shop has prior to investing any money into your own. These days there are many options when it comes to the vice you choose and being able to test drive a few prior to buying is a great option.

I am going to writing an article that displays the basic fly tying tools and their uses in the near future. Let me know your thoughts.

Jon Waske
DryFlyWaters.com
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