2008 Educational Opportunities
If you would like to learn to fly fish or want to increase your knowledge of the sport, this page lists some educational programs that are currently available through the DVWFFA and other sources.
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January 19 2008  |
Hands-on
Tying Demo - Woolly Buggers 11:00 AM To 3:00 PM You'll have a chance to watch TSG Chief Instructor Mary Kuss tie this essential fly pattern. Then you can sit right down and tie one yourself. First come, first served, 30 minute limit per person. Use of tools and materials provided. Free.
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January 26 2008  |
Hands-on
Tying Demo - GRHE Nymph 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM You'll have a chance to watch TSG Chief Instructor Mary Kuss tie this essential fly pattern. Then you can sit right down and tie one yourself. First come, first served, 30 minute limit per person. Use of tools and materials provided. Free.
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February 10 2008 
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Learn
to tie, Fly by Fly Carter Camp Lodge, Potter County, PA Veteran fly angler and PA Licensed Fly Fishing Guide Rabbit Jensen is the instructor. Learn all the basic ways to attach materials to hooks while filling your fly box with effective patterns you tie yourself. Progressive method takes you through fly types, tools and fishing tips while you tie. For questions or to enroll, call John Andrews at Carter Camp Lodge, 814-435-1192 or email cartercl@localnet.com
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March 2 2008  |
Fly Tying Workshop:
Nymphs 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM An intensive, three-hour class designed for the intermediate-level tyer. You'll tie three different nymph patterns that can form the core of an effective nymphing arsenal. $25.00 per person, materials included. Pre-registration with payment required. Maximum enrollment of six students. Instructor: Mary Kuss. |
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March 16 2008  |
Evolution
of Nymphs Carter Camp Lodge, Potter County, PA Veteran fly angler and PA Licensed Fly Fishing Guide Rabbit Jensen is the instructor. For the advanced/beginner/intermediate tyer. Learn the history and styles of nymphs while tying them. Rabbit guides you as you tie a series of proven favorites, perfect for the coming season. Bring your own tools or borrow. All materials and lunch provided. For questions or to enroll, call John Andrews at Carter Camp Lodge, 814-435-1192 or email cartercl@localnet.com
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March 23 2008 |
Fly Tying Workshop:
Dry Flies 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM An intensive, three-hour class designed for the intermediate-level tyer. You'll tie three different nymph patterns that can form the core of an effective dry fly arsenal. $25.00 per person, materials included. Pre-registration with payment required. Maximum enrollment of six students. Instructor: Mary Kuss.
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March 30 2008 |
Beginner's
Basics Carter Camp Lodge, Potter County, PA Veteran fly angler and PA Licensed Fly Fishing Guide Rabbit Jensen is the instructor. Learn the basics of casting and knots before Opening Day. Take the first step in fishing independently of your parent or mentor. Tips on presentation, releasing fish, stream safety and etiquette. For questions or to enroll, call John Andrews at Carter Camp Lodge, 814-435-1192 or email cartercl@localnet.com
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April 6, |
One-Day
Fly Fishing Schools at The Sporting Gentleman, Media, PA. Coed, taught by Mary Kuss and Marc DeJong. Learn the basics of fly fishing in just one day: Casting, line-handling, knot tying and more. Class runs from 9 a. m. to around 4 p. m. Lunch is included and loaner rod and reel outfits are available. $169.00 per person. For more information, call The Sporting Gentleman at 610-565-6140.
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Private
Fly Fishing Instruction with Mary Kuss By appointment. One-hour casting tune-up $45 per person. Four-hour instructional guiding $129 per person. Rates available for private groups up to four persons. For information, call 610-853-3561.
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April 26
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Learn to Fly Fish! (For
Men and Women) A one day fly fishing course presented by the Dame Juliana League that's intended to get you started in the sport. Course will be held at Baker's Field Pavilion at the Phoenixville (PA) YMCA on the banks of the beautiful Pickering Creek. Click here for details.
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June 12 -
June 15 |
Women's Fly Fishing
Clinic at Kettle Creek Lodge. Thursday through Sunday. Women fly fishers at any level, beginner through advanced, will enjoy and benefit from this annual event. Throughout the weekend there will be numerous opportunities to hone existing skills and learn new ones. An immersion experience in fly fishing, in a relaxed atmosphere that provides for intense learning but also allows plenty of unstructured time for rest and relaxation amid the natural splendor of Potter County, Pennsylvania. Instructors are Mary Kuss and Rabbit Jensen. Cost is just $399+tx. per person and includes meals, lodging, and all instruction. For more information, contact Kettle Creek Lodge at 814-435-1019. Click here for details.
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Sept. |
Learn
to Fly Fish! (For Men and Women) FFF’s Mid-Atlantic Council will hold its annual Learn to Fly Fish Course. Dates and details not yet available.
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