#38447 Fly-tying (Masterton)
Love fly-fishing? Learn how to tie fishing flies and nymphs used for trout fishing, in anticipation of the upcoming season. Course fee includes basic fly-tying starter kit.
Dates: 27 July – 24 August 2022 (5-weeks)
Times: Wednesday Evenings, 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Tutor: John Pansters and Howard Thomson
Venue: REAP House, 340 Queen Street, Masterton
Cost: $165.00 (includes starter kit)
Must Enrol by: 22 July
Course Information for #38447 Fly-Tying – Starts 27 July
Course Tutor(s): John Pansters and Howard Thomson
Purpose of the Course: Each week our skilled tutors will give a demonstration on ‘how to’ and then participants will use the new techniques to tie their own nymphs, wet flies and dry flies.
Participants will learn: –
- The basic skills required to tie a fly
- How to use the necessary tools for fly-tying
- How to select and prepare fly-tying materials
- How to carry out fly-tying techniques such as dubbing, whip-finishing and ribbing.
A beginner’s fly-tying start kit is included in the registration price, enabling participants to continue making flies and nymphs at home.
Other Information: Participants may also like to register their interest with REAP Wairarapa for a Fly-fishing course in Term 4, 2022.
Pre-requisites (if any): n/a
Participants Must Provide: Good eyesight or have a decent pair of glasses.
REAP to Provide: Fly-tying starter kit
Please contact community@reapwairarapa.nz for any further information you may require.
