Frank G. Swarner III
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I would charge at least $20, especially since you are providing materials. There are alot of books that can help people start out, but as you know, the books don't share all the tips or tricks. I presume you would share some these tips/tricks with the class. If so, that information is very valuable, and quite frankly I think it is priceless.
Chip
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I have directions on my website for the zoo cougar at this time.
It's the "Fly of the Month" on the homepage. Tying steps w/ pics.
www.FishNChip.net
Hope this helps,
Chip
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Keep up the good work!! Practice makes perfect. You don't have to get the head of the fly closer to the hook eye if you are going to be using a riffle hitch. If you don't plan on using a riffle hitch or if it is a "show" fly, get the head closer to the the eye.
Nice work,
Frank
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A great selection for Steelhead! That's great to see. A family that plays together stays together. Quite impressive for someone of that age to have the patience and focus for fly tying.
Keep up the great work,
Chip
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Not quite sure without a picture, but for starters I would guess that the hackle you are using may be too stiff for the application.
Just a guess,
Chip
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I've been using 4" serrated scissors without a problem. I usually get a couple of years out them. 4" is the total length of the scissors, the blade length is about an 1 1/4" - 1 1/2" long. The original pair I had were from Dr. Slick but I don't think they make them anymore. The one's I have know were from Rumpf's.
The longer blades make it easier to cut deer hair and larva lace because you can cut the material with the rear portion of the scissors and not even come close to cutting with the tips. The tips of the blades are used/saved for fine trimming and for cutting fine/soft material. The serrations are a plus because material will not slide off the blade even if they are slightly dulled. Also, they are not as expensive as some of the "special" blades and scissors out there and they last longer when used properly. I use them for everything from size 20 to 3/0 with no problems.
I do not cut wire with them! I either wiggle the wire back and forth until it breaks or I use toe nail clippers.
My 2 cents,
Chip
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Nice Fly!!! Do you fish it as a dry fly? If so do you use a drag free drift or do you skate it across the surface?
Looks like an interesting fly for steelhead as well!!
Chip
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Flies went out in the mail this morning. I procrastinate too much!!!
Chip
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A new addition to the fly pattern database has been submitted by Fish-N-Chip:
Wet Rabbit - Gold & Hare's Ear
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A new addition to the fly pattern database has been submitted by Fish-N-Chip:
Afternoon Delight in Chartreuse
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I read the book as well Jason. Good read. I haven't tried it yet, but I am going to in a few weeks when I head up to Pulaski. I'll probably use it more for dry/waking flies as opposed to subsurface flies.
Last summer I tried swinging the waking flies without the hitch and had some success on smaller fish (12"-18") while fishing the Salmon River without using the RH.
Chip
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The skeins from craft stores work great depending on the size fly you are tying. I think the stuff is Lions Brand. I've noticed that the Lion's Brand Chenille absorbs water better than the standard chenille in fly shops. Also the Lion's Brand does not have the sheen like other types of chenille, but it doesn't seem to detract from it's effectiveness.
I also like the Antron Chenille from Hareline Dubbing Co. 2 turns and you have an egg pattern. Looks great for the head on Egg Sucking Leeches.
Chip
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Sure Art. I'll pick one up this weekend along as there are still a few left.
Later Fish Breath LOL
Chip
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I'm from Southeastern PA so I am not familiar with your area, but I would think that beetles and ants would be good patterns to tie.
I don't usually fish for trout after the water goes above 70-75 degrees so I don't really fish terrestrials that much because there aren't as many around during the cooler weather. Some terrestrials are around, but the Trout have other food sources that they see more often.
Small midges and mosquito patterns should get a response, even an Adams tied in midge sizes usually produces a few takers. Size 18, 20 and smaller
Check with a local flyshop and ask about the hatches for this time of year. There aren't too many, but maybe you can catch an early, early, early morning Trico hatch.
As far as Fall is concerned, the trout will probably still be keyed onto midges. As the water temp starts to drop or in the early morning or late evening, try minnow patterns and wooly buggers. I usually get my biggest fishes of the year during the fall on minnow patterns and wooly buggers.
Egg patterns can also work well in fall if there is any natural reproduction in the streams you fish. Even if there isn't any natural reproduction, there still worth a try during the Fall.
Good Luck,
Chip
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To me, Salmon/ Steelhead Season means a reunion with friends from surrounding states. Our group(SE PA conglomerate) usually fishes the same stretch of river every year along with a few groups of other guys from NJ, NY, PA. We don't keep in touch the rest of the year, so Salmon/Steelhead Season is a small fisheman's reunion.
Catch a few, stand around BS and smoke a cigar, catch a few more. Repeat the process for a week, go home and work for two weeks, back up to NY for another week, go home for another 2-3 weeks, back up to NY for more. I only wish the season was longer, but I guess if it was I wouldn't look forward to it so much.
I also look forward to fishing large powerful water because there aren't any big rivers where I live with Salmon or Steelhead. The Susquehanna isn't too far away but it's not the same as a Salmon River.
5 hr drive to NY - less than 9 weeks away!! Fish-on!!
Keep Tyin'
Chip
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NY Salmon season is less than 10 weeks away and I'm looking forward to another great season on the Salmon River. Picked up a spey rod around Christmas and I can't wait to hook into a bruiser with it.
The countdown has started!!!
Chip
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Got my flies yesterday. Thanks everyone. Great Flies.
Chip
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Geo,
pm your address. The flies are ready to go!!!
Thanks,
Chip
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You get around!!! Catch any Snakeheads in the Potomac? lol
Welcome aboard.
Chip
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Bum deal Will. I'm glad your alright and in one piece. I hope you have a speedy recovery...Salmon/Steelhead season is right around the corner!
Best Wishes to you and your family,
Chip
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Will,
Put my $25 check in the mail this morning.
Thanks,
Chip
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Will,
Thanks for the info.
How about calling your zonker variation "Bonkers," cause they look bulkier and heavier than a standard zonker. I'm gonna try some for Salmon and Steelhead. Great new dress for an old standby.
Thank you for your time and hard work, it is appreciated.
Chip
P.S. I've been slackin' on getting some raffle tix. Money will be in the mail tomorrow.
Labor day
in The Lodge
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A long weekend (Fri-Tues) of fishing for fresh Kings and Cohos in Pulaski, NY and perhaps a Steelhead or an Atlantic if I get lucky. It's still early for NY waters, but the water on the Salmon River is up above a fishable level, so I think a good number of fish will take advantage of the higher water levels. The only problem is that the water temp is in the mid to upper sixties. It will be nice to get out of the area and see some different scenery.
Chip