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FlyMasters of Indianapolis
Intermediate Fly Tying Class
Class: Late Fall Smallmouth Patterns
Date/Time: October 17th, 2009, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Maximum Size: 8
Instructor: Ian Anderson
Cost: $10.00
Synopsis of Class
Time is running out on our smallmouth season.  Cooler days and less light mean less and less fishing.  However, the smallmouth are not done yet.  We still have a few weeks left, make certain you are throwing the right flies for catching fall smallmouth. 

Minnows are the fly of choice for hefty fall smallmouth.  The crawdads are getting scarce as the temperatures drop so the smallies are focusing on the young of the year minnows.  These minnows are from 1 to 2 inches in length, are meaty and help the smallies fatten up for the winter.

We will be tying four easy patterns that are very productive for fall smallies.  We will even be finishing out the head on the Thunder creek with paint and Tuffeleye!  Make certain you come by at 2:00pm for this "Not to be Missed" class.  No need to put up your smallie gear yet, there still plenty of big ones to catch!
Emerald Shiner Thunder Creek
Emerald Shiner Thunder Creek
Strymph
Strymph
Dahlberg Flash Dancer
Dahlberg Flash Dancer
Shenk's White Streamer
Shenk's White Streamer
   
All tying material will be provided. You will need to bring the following tying equipment.
  • A vise
  • A bobbin
  • Tying Thread for this class white and olive 6/0 (70 - 150 denier), brown or tan 3/0 (150 - 210 denier)
  • Head Cement
  • Hackle Pliers
  • Hair Stacker
  • Scissors (Good sharp scissors!)
  • Half hitch tools and/or Whip Finish Tool
Call 317-570-9811 to get signed up or send us an