Event Details
- Event Status
- Events Results Pending
- Event ID
- 4359
- Event Name
- Fly Tying 101
- Program
- Next Step Fishing Classes
Events Results Pending 6 of 12 seats remaining
Location
Location:
341 East St, Belchertown, MA 01007
Schedule
- Date & Times:
- Feb 04, 2025 6:00PM - 8:00PM EST
- Feb 06, 2025 6:00PM - 8:00PM EST
About this Event:
Join MassWildlife’s ‘Fly Tying 101’ workshop for a two-night, four-hour class on February 4th and 6th from 6 to 8pm at the MassWildlife Connecticut Valley District Headquarters in Belchertown. You'll learn the necessary fly-tying tools and materials, as well as proper techniques to get you started. After an introductory lesson, participants will be able to tie flies with the help of MassWildlife staff and volunteer instructors. This class is designed for beginning fly tyers (age 15+). All tying tools and materials will be provided. Space is limited, so sign up today.
Details
Organized by:
Jim Lagacy
Cancellation Policies:
Event Policies:
If you have a disability or medical condition and would like to request special accommodation or will require translation service, please contact Ian Sypek via email at your earliest convenience: ian.sypek@mass.gov
Minimum Age Policies:
There are no minimum age policies
Maximum Age Policies:
There are no maximum age policies
Map:
About the Program
Overview:
Do you already know how to fish but want to try other fishing methods. The MassWildlife Angler Education Program offers next step learn to fish programming such as fly fishing, fly tying, and ice fishing.
To learn more about each program component click "More Details"
Ice fishing clinics and classes
If you have ever been curious about this fun wintertime activity now is your chance to learn. MassWildlife’s Angler Education Program will be your host to give you the confidence to give hard water fishing a try. You will learn what safe ice is, and how to test for it, how to properly dress for the experience, as well as all the necessary gear and tips to get you started. Please join us so you can be confident “walking on water”.
Fly Fishing Clinics
Come learn the basics of fly fishing. We will take the romance and mystery out of this age-old technique and show you that fly fishing is just another tool in your fishing arsenal. From the necessary equipment needs, essential knots, how to rig up your fly rod and reel outfit, and how to cast, as well as some commonsense tips and techniques to get you started.
Fly Tying Classes
Have you ever wanted to learn how to tie flies but didn’t know where to start? Tying flies can be enjoyable, is an art form, and once mastered quite rewarding as nothing beats catching a fish on something you created yourself. Let the MassWildlife Angler Education Program be your guide. This is a two session (two hours per session) course for beginners, designed to give you a taste of the pastime. We’ll show you the basic equipment, how to use it, while tying some simple but effective patterns. Minimum age is 15, pre-registration is required. Please note: This program is intended for BEGINNERS.