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FlyMasters of Indianapolis
Intermediate Fly Tying Class
Class: Fall Smallmouth
Date/Time: August  15th, 2009, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Maximum Size: 8
Instructor: Ian Anderson
Cost: $10.00
Synopsis of Class
One of the best times of the year for catching big smallmouth is in the fall.  As the water temperatures drop and the waters clear, smallmouth bass are on the prowl for baitfish.  The crawdads are busy finding their winter homes and the smallies have to fatten up for winter.  This means that minnow type streamer patterns can be very effective.  The important thing to remember is to make your patterns in colors that reflect the types of bait fish and minnows in your waters.

In this class we will be tying up four proven patterns for smallmouth streamer fishing.  By varying the amount of weight on these flies you can fish them right on the bottom or anywhere in between.  They have wonderful action and are fun to tie.  The colors in these patterns can easily be varied to reflect any type of bait fish.

   
Black Zonker Minnow
Black Zonker

Hairy Fodder
Hairy Fodder



Murdich Minnow
Murdich Minnow
Thunder Creek Minnow
Thunder Creek
   
All tying material will be provided. You will need to bring the following tying equipment.
  • A vise
  • A Bobbin (Two bobbins)
  • Tying Thread for this class Red, Black (two spools if you have them) and White 3/0 or FlyMasters +
  • Head Cement
  • Scissors
  • Half hitch tools and/or Whip Finish Tool
Call 317-570-9811 to get signed up or e-mail .