Fly Fishing & Fly Tying Classroom Workshops
3/1/25 - Minnow Changer Fly Tying Class
10a.m. to approximately noon
$59 per person (includes a materials kit)
Rescheduled to March 1, 2025
Learn how to tie the extremely effective Minnow Changer. This "GameChanger" style fly continues to gain recognition in the Smallmouth Bass world. Our experienced instructor, Brandon, will guide you through each step using a prepackaged kit that consists of enough materials to tie 6 Minnow Changers. This class is recommended for tyers that already know the basics but want to hone their skills on complex flies such as the Minnow Changer and other articulated fly patterns.
What's included in the cost:
- Your spot in the class
- Fly tying instruction
- Prepackaged kit with materials to tie 6 flies.
What you need to bring:
- Fly Tying Vise
- Bobbin
- Scissors
- Thread
Colors in the kit may vary from the picture shown.
Check out this short video of Brandon tying a Minnow Changer.
Review from Tedd: I enjoyed the “minnow changer” fly tying class. Brandon is a great teacher and really took his time and answered all my questions. After doing two streamer flies in this class, I have the confidence to tie these at home.
1/18/25 & 3/8/2025 Trout Fishing in the Shenandoah National Park 101 Classroom Workshop
10a.m. to approximately noon
$25 per person
January 18, 2025
March 8, 2025
Learn to Fly Fish the SNP! This classroom setting workshop will feature a slide show and a map review of the Shenandoah National Park in order to share with you my 60 years of fishing in the Park. My goal is to help you find the best streams, tactics, and flies so that you may enjoy the Park and its trout fishing as much as I do. The Shenandoah National Park asked me to write a book on the Park many years ago, to which I did. This book is the official book for the Park--Trout Fishing in the Shenandoah National Park by Harry Murray. By using this book and the maps we have in the fly shop I can help you find some of the best streams to fish in the Shenandoah National Park. You will not be on the stream for this class. Most beginners take this class and then follow up with our On The Stream Mountain Trout Schools in the spring. Space is limited so reserve your spot today!
If you cannot make it in person to this class but want to hear about Harry's favorite streams, then download our digital video. In this 44 minute video, Harry discusses 17 of his favorite streams in the Park. After completion of your online order, you will be sent a link to download the video to watch in the safety of your home/office.
1/25/25 - Fly Tying 101 Classroom Workshop
10a.m. to approximately noon
$25 per person (does not include fly tying kit)
January 25, 2025
Learn to Tie Your Own Flies! Many anglers find it enjoyable to spend the winter months tying their flies for the next years fishing season. This two hour workshop will teach you how to tie dry flies, nymphs, streamers and deer hair bass bugs that are effective all across the country. This is a very basic workshop that is geared toward beginners and for those that just want to brush up on their techniques. We do not supply the materials for this workshop. You can purchase one of our basic fly tying kits, bring your own materials, or just watch as I tie the sample flies.Space is limited so pre-registration is required!.
February 8, 2025 - Fine Points of Nymph Fishing for Trout
10a.m. to approximately noon
$25 per person
February 8, 2025
You can catch many large trout with the techniques, flies and tackle we cover in this classroom setting workshop. Special water reading is also covered here along with a refined indicator system which helps in detecting the trouts' strikes. Harry Murray will be using a slide show that will show the various types of water and the best flies used for nymph fishing for trout whether you are fishing in the Shenandoah National Park, stocked trout streams, or in the Rocky Mountains. You will not be on the stream for this class.
2/22/25 & 3/29/25 - Smallmouth Bass Fishing on the Shenandoah River 101 Classroom Workshop
10am to approximately noon
$25 per person
February 22, 2025
March 29, 2025
This classroom presentation will show you the best access points on both the North Fork and South Fork of the Shenandoah River by utilizing my master map and the books I have written--Fly Fishing the Shenandoah River for Smallmouth Bass and Fly Fishing Techniques for Smallmouth Bass. I will be presenting a slide show on how to fish streamers, nymphs, and topwater flies in the various sections of the river as the season progresses. We will discuss selecting the specific artificial nymphs to match the natural nymphs and the best tactics to use. Likewise, after identifying the natural minnows in the river I will show you how to choose the best flies to match these minnows and the most productive tactics. Topwater fly fishing for bass is one of the most exciting forms of angling so I will reveal the special methods which will enable you to refine your tactics. My goal with this class is to help you find excellent fishing throughout the Shenandoah Valley for smallmouth bass. You are not on the stream for this class. Typically students who attend this class end up taking one of our Smallmouth Bass On The Stream Schools during the summer to get hands on experience on the Shenandoah River. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!
3/15/2025 Deer Hair Bass Bug Fly Tying Class
Dive into the world of fly tying with our Deer Hair Bass Bug Fly Tying Class. Unleash your creativity as you learn to craft custom bass bugs using high-quality deer hair. Brandon will guide you through each step, from material selection to the most effective tying techniques. Join us for an immersive class that not only hones your fly tying skills but also prepares you to create irresistible patterns for topwater bass fishing success. Elevate your fly tying expertise – sign up for the Deer Hair Bass Bug Fly Tying Class today.
We do not supply the materials for this workshop. You can purchase one of our kits (for around $100), bring your own materials, or just watch as Brandon ties the sample flies. Vise and bobbin are not included in the kit, you will be responsible for providing your own.
March 15, 2025 at 10:00am
4/5/25 & 5/3/25 - Fly Casting & Rigging 101
$25 per person / 10a.m. to approximately
Class size is limited so pre-registration is required.
April 5, 2025
May 3, 2025
Do you want to brush up on your fly casting, learn a new cast, or simply try fly rod casing for the first time? This is the class for you. On our casting lawn, we will teach you how to perform all of the standard casts as well as roll casts, curve casts, and shooting line. After the casting class head back inside the fly shop where we will show you how to rig your tackle by covering the knots to use when putting your line and backing on a fly reel. We provide the rod and reel outfits for you to use for the class or if you prefer you can bring your own.Space is limited so sign up today!
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