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Our Beginning Fly Tying
Class Returns January 16!
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Help protect our natural areas and fisheries through advocacy, hands-on conservation, and sustainable fishing practices.
Enhance your fly fishing skills and connect with fellow anglers through expert-led classes, seminars, and fun community events.
Make new friends, learn from seasoned anglers, and explore the top fly fishing spots in Washington state.
![Safety first! Along with learning fly fishing techniques, our first clinic focused on boat setup and essential safety gear. From proper inflation to flippers, PFDs, and even a handy whistle, we covered everything to make sure our new fishers are safe and successful.
A little prep goes a long way in building confidence and making sure you get the most out of your time on the water. We’re ready for more sessions like these – stay tuned in 2025! #BoatSafety #FishingClinic #PreparedToFish
[Images Courtesy: Helena Puche and Greg Sisson]](https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t39.30808-6/467373035_1123401926455683_5666552636135083901_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=qq6foogaVPUQ7kNvgHD36J1&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=A20jMcuOHtfxXhlMKZOukUd&oh=00_AYDz7k0GTW3t23IcfJ1-hIMrIgookSq242Pxn8A4PuTbIA&oe=6758BC29)
![Perfect late-autumn day for our fly fishing clinic yesterday! The first half of the focus was all about mastering rod, reel, and line setup to ensure each fisher has the right tools for success. We worked one-on-one to dial in their gear, discussing rod choice, reel setup, and how to get the most out of their line based on the conditions.
From beginners learning the basics to those refining their skills, our club mentors had a blast sharing these hands-on tips. Can't wait to help even more new fishers get started – stay tuned! #FishingBasics #RodAndReel #FlyFishingClinic
[Images Courtesy: Helena Puche and Greg Sisson]](https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t39.30808-6/467018602_1123392209789988_4472591343496857738_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=__290ReDjdgQ7kNvgGHkkU2&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=A20jMcuOHtfxXhlMKZOukUd&oh=00_AYANXkYEpeIJe9YU3AhRYkOJabZUvD1yg4XV8kei0oK-uQ&oe=67589AC6)
![Great turnout for the October Intermediate Fly Tying Class last night. We tied three classics: the Carey Special, the Knudson Spider, and the Olive Willie.
Huge thanks to John Wendt for organizing!
Just getting started? Our Beginning Fly Tying Class is coming back this winter beginning January 2025. Stay tuned for details!
[Images Courtesy Bill Lundin and @steverup]](https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t39.30808-6/464109720_1101957188600157_266138840569878522_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=yNta5MmRqgQQ7kNvgHCWUf8&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=A20jMcuOHtfxXhlMKZOukUd&oh=00_AYB1DL_Zt2u-qjyc0LL65SsVwtrRQqZ-H4NAZbMmeqoI6g&oe=67589A37)
![Club Member Bill Lundin checked in earlier this month south of Omak a ways down the 97 in Okanogan County. He titled his report: The View from Rat Lake.
“I picked this title in homage to John Gierach who passed away October 3 (I was a huge fan of his), and also because it was the lake near Brewster that I fished at today,” Lundin says. “I owe a huge thanks to John Wendt who recommended it to me.”
Lundin said the fishing was excellent! “I HAD THE WHOLE LAKE TO MYSELF! This is a rarity for me,” he says. “Since I was on my own, I wasn't able to compare results with other fishermen. But with a depth finder/fish locator, I eventually found my way.”
“I used a #7 deep sinking line and a 4x tippet with a thin mint fly pattern. The fish were feeding at about 20 to 25 feet, so I tried to keep my fly in that feeding range. I have an electric trolling motor, so I used a s!ow speed along the brush covered banks.”
“The strikes were regular and often. Rainbows were 15 to 16 inches. The tiger trout was 14 inches. I caught and released a lot of fish!”
If you haven’t had a chance to check out Bill’s most recent post on our blog, Five Steps to Start Fly Fishing on Any Lake, you’ll find it here: https://www.olympicflyfishers.com/post/five-steps-to-start-fly-fishing-on-any-lake
[Images Courtesy Bill Lundin]](https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t39.30808-6/464153177_1101799518615924_2418050990674462787_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=6YeOFANPL-AQ7kNvgFxUaRA&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=A20jMcuOHtfxXhlMKZOukUd&oh=00_AYDLmdPx70Eqsj7YjPfIRWmExLF6nBs8s4An0dyVXI-Txg&oe=675890F7)
