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I will be attending The Sow Bug Round Up in Mountain Home, Arkansas, as a featured fly tier. I will demonstrate during the morning session of each day of the event.
I will be giving a virtual presentation on a topic to be announced at a later date to the Seneca Valley Trout Unlimited Chapter in Maryland on April 14, 2025.
I will be attending the Fly Fishing Show in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, as a featured fly tier. If you're attending this show, please stop by my table and say hello. I look forward to meeting all of you fellow panfish junkies!
I will be attending the Mid-West Fly Fishing Expo as a presenter and featured fly tier. The event takes place at the Macomb Community College Sports & Expo Center On March 8 & 9.
I will give a virtual presentation via Zoom on Early-Season Trout Fishing to the Perkiomen Valley Trout Unlimited Chapter on February 24, 2025.
Early Season Trout Fishing
As winter transitions into spring, early season trout fishing presents a unique opportunity for anglers. The shift in weather and water conditions triggers changes in trout behavior, creating an ideal environment for those prepared with the right techniques and gear. The melting snow and rising water levels make this a critical time to adapt your approach, from selecting appropriate flies to understanding feeding patterns in cooler waters. By leveraging the seasonal changes, anglers can effectively target trout and achieve consistent results. Prepare for the challenges and rewards of early season fishing. Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools needed to make the most of this productive time on the water.
I will give a virtual presentation titled - Panfish On The Fly to the Miami Valley Fly Fishers on February 10, 2025. Meetings start at 5:30 pm, dinner at 6:00 pm, followed by a short business meeting and speaker. The speaker usually starts at about 7:15 PM.
I will be at the Fly Fishing Show in Atlanta, Georgia, as a featured fly tier. The show takes place in the Gas South Convention Center, in Duluth, GA. If you plan on attending this event, please stop by my table and say hello. I look forward to meeting all of you panfish junkies!
I will be attending the Fly Fishing Show in Edison, New Jersey, as a featured fly tier. If you're attending this show, please stop by my table and say hello. I look forward to meeting all of you fellow panfish junkies!
I will be at the Fly Fishing Show in Marlborough, Massachusetts, as a featured fly tier. The show takes place in the Royal Plaza Hotel and Trade Center. If you plan on attending this event, please stop by my table and say hello. I look forward to meeting all of you panfish junkies!
My first fly fishing show of 2025 will be the Virginia Fly Fishing & Wine Festival in Doswell, VA on January 10 & 11. This is one of my favorite events, as I get to meet many panfish fans and tie my favorite fly patterns. Please visit my booth and say hello.
The festival features wine, craft beer, and everything you want to learn about fly fishing. It hosts many fly tiers, vendors, demonstrations, and classes. It's the largest event of its kind in the U.S., attracting anglers from New York to Georgia, suitable for all ages and skill levels. Attendees can listen to expert talks and practice skills at this family-friendly event. Wineries, breweries, and distilleries from Virginia provide free tastings for those 21 and older.
r an indicator, allowing for a direct connection between the angler and the fly. This approach not only increases sensitivity but also enhances strike detection and control over the drift, making it an invaluable skill for anyone looking to elevate their fishing game. By the end of this presentation, you’ll have the foundational knowledge and tips to get started with tight line nymphing and improve your success on the water.
I will be attending the 33rd International Fly Tying Symposium this weekend at the Hilton Double Tree Hotel in Somerset, New Jersey. I will be one of over a hundred fly tiers from around the world, taking part in the world’s largest show dedicated to fly tying. I will be tying my favorite panfish flies all weekend. If you are attending the show, stop by my table and say hello! For more information, click the button below.
I will be giving a presentation on fly fishing from kayaks, float tubes, and other portable watercraft for the South Jersey Coastal Fly Anglers on Thursday, October 17, 2024.
I will teach a fly-tying class at Orvis on Thursday, October 10, 2024. The class starts at 6:00 pm at the Orvis Store in Princeton, NJ, and the topic will be the October Caddis. The class is free and open to the public. All materials (and tools if needed) will be provided.
I will be giving a presentation on Fly Fishing For Panfish to the Delaware Valley Women's Fly Fishing Association on Sunday, September 8, 2024. The presentation will take place in Horsham, PA.
There is no need to hang up your fly rod or travel to remote destinations once the water gets too warm to fish for trout. Warm water and saltwater fly fishing offers fantastic fly fishing opportunities. The downside is accessing these fisheries is not as easy as wading a trout stream. Shorelines of lakes and ponds are often choked with vegetation, making casting difficult. Fish are often just outside of casting range when fishing in the salt. A kayak or float tube can solve all of these problems.
There is no need to hang up your fly rod or travel to remote destinations once the water gets too warm to fish for trout. Warm water and saltwater fly fishing offers fantastic fly fishing opportunities. The downside is accessing these fisheries is not as easy as wading a trout stream. Shorelines of lakes and ponds are often choked with vegetation, making casting difficult. Fish are often just outside of casting range when fishing in the salt. A kayak or float tube can solve all of these problems.
I will be giving a fly-tying demonstration featuring some of my favorite patterns for panfish, followed by my presentation, Panfish On The Fly for the Fly Fishers of Virginia, on March 21st, 2014.
Join me at Orvis in Princeton NJ for a guided fly tying session. Bring your vise and tools or use ours and tie up some of my favorite soft hackle patterns for the upcoming trout season.
I will be giving a presentation on Tight-line Nymphing at the Orvis Store in Princeton, NJ on Saturday, March 9th at 2:00pm. Tight Line Nymphing has revolutionized trout fishing. This program will delve into tight line nymphing, its origins, the fundamental principles, and the gear that makes it all possible. It will guide you through the techniques and tactics that have proven effective across various water conditions, from mountain streams to large rivers.
I will give a presentation on New Jersey’s Special Regulation Trout Waters at Orvis in Princeton, NJ, on Saturday, March 9th, 2024. This presentation will be one segment in a three-part program discussing trout fishing opportunities in New Jersey.
I will be attending the Fly Fishing Show in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, as a featured fly tier. If you're attending this show, please stop by my table and say hello. I look forward to meeting all of you fellow panfish junkies!
Tight Line Nymphing has revolutionized trout fishing. This program will delve into tight line nymphing, its origins, the fundamental principles, and the gear that makes it all possible. It will guide you through the techniques and tactics that have proven effective across various water conditions, from mountain streams to large rivers.
I will give a fly-tying demonstration at the Orvis store in Princeton, NJ, on Thursday, February 15, 2024, at 6:00 pm. I will tie up some of my favorite patterns for the early black stone fly hatch. This is one of my favorite hatches of the year, and I will tie up flies to fish this hatch from top to bottom.
I will be attending the Fly Fishing Show in Edison, New Jersey, as a featured fly tier. If you're attending this show, please stop by my table and say hello. I look forward to meeting all of you fellow panfish junkies!
I will be at the Fly Fishing & Wine Festival as a featured fly tier. The show takes place at Meadow Event Park, 13191 Dawn Blvd, Doswell, Va. If you plan on attending this event, please stop by my table and say hello. I look forward to meeting all of you panfish junkies!
I will be at the Fly Fishing Show in Marlborough, Massachusetts, as a featured fly tier. The show takes place in the Royal Plaza Hotel and Trade Center. If you plan on attending this event, please stop by my table and say hello. I look forward to meeting all of you panfish junkies!
I will be conducting a fly tying class on Thursday, November 16, 2023 at Orvis in Princeton, NJ. In this class we will be covering a few essential trout patterns for fishing in NJ during the fall. We will also be showcasing some new materials that have just arrived. All materials will be provide but you will need your own vise and tools. Contact Orvis Princeton to register for the class (space is limited to 12 students).
I will be attending the 32nd International Fly Tying Symposium this weekend at the Hilton Double Tree Hotel in Somerset, New Jersey. I will be one of over a hundred fly tiers from around the world taking part in the world’s largest show dedicated to fly tying. I will be tying my favorite panfish flies all weekend. If you are attending the show stop by my table and say hello! For more information click the button below
I will be attending the Fly Fishing Show in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, as a featured fly tier. If you're attending this show, please stop by my table and say hello. I look forward to meeting all of you fellow panfish junkies!
I will be giving a presentation at the Raritan Inn in Califon, NJ. My presentation, Early Season Tactics For Trout, is part of their Hatches program featuring presentations from trout fishing experts from the area. The event starts at 6:00 pm on February 28th, 2023. My program will begin after a light dinner provided by the Raritan Inn
I will be attending the Fly Fishing Show in Edison, New Jersey, as a featured fly tier. If you're attending this show, please stop by my table and say hello. I look forward to meeting all of you fellow panfish junkies!
