2021 Upcoming Events:
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May 29, 2021, "Free appraisal day". Dick Smith of Westfield Flats Trading Co. will gladly appraise your vintage Fly rod or reel, Bamboo to glass. Bring in Grandpa's rod to find out what he had. May 29, 10am - 2pm at Trout Town flies.
June 12, 2021. "Introduction to contact nymphing" Our First class was a success, Photo's top right are participants of the Euro Class. We are offering a second class in June. Contact nymphing, also known as tight-line or Euro-nymphing is a highly effective method putting your flies where the fish are. This technique has gained popularity over the last several years and shows no signs of slowing down- it catches fish! Trout Town Flies has developed an afternoon course to introduce anglers to this system and the assoicated tactics and equipment. This session which is limited to 5 anglers includes:
1-hour lesson on equipment, rigging, flies, leaders and a discussion on the pros and cons of a dedicated nymphing rod/reel.
.5-hour transition on (rigging/gearing up) from class to water.
2 hours on the water covering casting, control of drifts, utilizing the sighter, hand retrieves, setting, reading the water, use of other techniques (Indicator, dry-dropper, streamers) and hopefully a few fish to boot!
Cost of the course is $60, this includes an assortment of jig-flies (8) and a "mono-rig" pre-tied leader for your use on your existing fly rod.
Equipment needed: Nymphing specific rods, while ideal, are not necessary. A longer ( 8.5' or better) will do fine for learning the technique. Waders and any other gear needed for an afternoon on the water ( rental equipment is also available at Trout Town Flies, Please call ahead 607-290-4107. Again limited to 5 Anglers, don't wait!
Women only seminar: "Free" Introduction to fly-fishing. 3 hour program where we will introduce you to fly-fishing. We talk about the gear, we practice casting, we get you into the water! 8 Women to each class. Dates, 6/26/21, 7/24/21, 8/21/21, 9/18/21 from 9am to noon. So sign up early! Call the shop to reserve a spot, 607-290-4107. We provide the equipment. You need to purchase a NYS fishing license.
Guest tyers, keep alert as we will have a guest tyer in our shop on occasion.
Any questions
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