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SUMMARY:Women's Fly Fishing Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Always wanted to give fly fishing a shot but didn’t know where to start? Then come join us for two days of fly fish immersion! \n\n\n\nThis will be the fourth season of our very popular Women’s Fly Fishing Retreat! May 2-3\, 2025. These are aimed at beginners\, but intermediates who want to brush up or reinforce their skills are welcome as well. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn the late afternoon of the first day\, Cynthia Harkness of Fearless Fly Fishing\, who has more than ten years experience teaching fly fishing and guiding clients on both fresh and salt water\, will cover all the basics of fly fishing. From putting a rod together and rigging it up to selecting a fly and tying it on to casting that bug out there and where to cast it\, Cynthia will guide you through the process. She will cover the basic gear and terminology\, knots\, hands-on casting instruction\, fish feeding and behavior\, and more over three hours on Friday afternoon/evening. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn the second day\, we will reconvene in the morning for a half-day float trip in our area waters where our professional guides will get you on the river and help you put into action everything Cynthia went through the day before. \n\n\n\nThe cost for the Retreat is $375 per person and includes use of all equipment\, the Friday seminar with Cynthia Harkness and a half day float trip\, guide tip included. In addition\, all participants will get 10 percent off anything in the shop and there will be special deals on starter fly fishing equipment packages. Contact brian@deerfieldflyshop.com or call 413-397-3665 to reserve your spot!
URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/womens-fly-fishing-retreat/
LOCATION:Deerfield Fly Shop\, 8 Elm St.\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fly Fishing Retreat
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Bugger
DESCRIPTION:For those with some initial experience (like our Free Fly Tying Introduction class)\, this class will go beyond the very basics and introduce students to some slightly more advanced techniques and fly patterns as they begin their fly tying journey. Patterns may include hares ear nymph\, pheasant tail nymph\, bucktail streamers like a Mickey Finn\, elk hair caddis\, parachute dry flies\, and other staples for your fly box. Each pattern selected will be chosen to introduce a different skill or material to work with so that students gain a broader foundation for their fly tying. \nThe class costs $20 and includes instruction and materials for all flies tied. Equipment can also be provided if arranged ahead of time. As a bonus\, this fee will also include a $20 gift certificate to the shop so basically the class is free! \nPre-registration is required. Please call the shop at 413-397-3665 or email brian@deerfieldflyshop.com
URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/beyond-the-bugger-2/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Tying
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250302
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SUMMARY:Hosted Trip to Cuba Feb 22-March 1
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce that the Deerfield Fly Shop is putting together a hosted group trip to Cuba to fish the world renowned Jardines de la Reina\, “Gardens of the Queen\,” on the Avalon Outdoors live-aboard yacht\, February 22 to March 1\, 2025. \n \nThe Jardines de la Reina is a vast marine park\, larger in size than the Florida Keys. It is ideal for fly anglers wishing to live and experience fishing from dawn till dusk in one of the most pristine settings on the planet. With tarpon to 60 pounds\, large permit and plentiful bonefish\, the Jardines offers daily opportunities at the classic flats Grand Slam species in addition to barracuda\, jacks and other fish that offer great fun on the fly rod. The marine park outlaws commercial fishing and tightly regulates recreational fishing so that anglers are encountering relatively unpressured fish—there are hundreds of miles of flats and it is likely we will go the week without encountering an angler from outside our group! \n \nJardines de la Reina is for those seeking adventure\, amazing food (including fresh seafood daily)\, and complete comfort. You can fly directly from Miami to Camaguey\, where Avalon provides transport to Jucaro port (2.5 hour drive)\, and then a 3-hour boat ride to final destinations which are approximately 60 miles from the Jucaro port. Overnights in Havana are possible with extra arrangements. \n \nOnce on the water\, we have our floating hotel\, the 190-foot Jardines Avalon IV. The  boat is equipped with air conditioning\, large dining and lounge areas and an exclusive crew. Guests will enjoy their fishing dreams from the minute they step aboard and are able to fish more hours and for more species than in any other Caribbean destination. The flats skiffs pick us up right from the boat every morning and whisk us away to flats both within fifteen minutes and further away\, depending on what the anglers and guides decide they want to do for the day. \n \nWe have been offered a special rate of $6740 per angler which is a savings of $750 over the normal price of $7490. The rate includes transfers from Camaguey to Jucaro\, seven nights of lodging aboard the boat with all meals included\, five and three quarters days of fishing and transfers between Jucaro and Camaguey. Flights to Cuba\, other travel expenses\, gratuities for both fishing guides and boat staff\, a marine park conservation fee and other fees and costs are not included. \nIf you are interested\, please reach out to me at brian@deerfieldflyshop.com or by phone at 413-397-3665 and I am happy to provide more details about the trip. This is a truly unique opportunity in one of the most sought after fishing destinations in the world. I hope you can join us.
URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/hosted-trip-to-cuba-feb-22-march-1/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Hosted Trip
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SUMMARY:Free Beginner Fly Tying
DESCRIPTION:Come learn how to tie a Woolly Bugger! This hourlong fly tying class will introduce students to some basic terms\, techniques and materials of fly tying and guide students through the creation of a woolly bugger fly. No experience is necessary–in fact\, this class is geared toward people who have never tied a fly before. All tools and materials will be provided. \nTuesday\, February 11 at 5:30 pm. The class is free but pre-registration is required. Call 413-397-3665 or email brian@deerfieldflyshop.com to register.
URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/free-fly-tying-introduction/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Tying
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T173000
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Bugger
DESCRIPTION:For those with some initial experience (like our Free Fly Tying Introduction class)\, this class will go beyond the very basics and introduce students to some slightly more advanced techniques and fly patterns as they begin their fly tying journey. Patterns may include hares ear nymph\, pheasant tail nymph\, bucktail streamers like a Mickey Finn\, elk hair caddis\, parachute dry flies\, and other staples for your fly box. Each pattern selected will be chosen to introduce a different skill or material to work with so that students gain a broader foundation for their fly tying. \nThe class costs $20 and includes instruction and materials for all flies tied. Equipment can also be provided if arranged ahead of time. As a bonus\, this fee will also include a $20 gift certificate to the shop so basically the class is free! \nPre-registration is required. Please call the shop at 413-397-3665 or email brian@deerfieldflyshop.com \n 
URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/beyond-the-bugger/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Tying
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T110000
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SUMMARY:Trout Spey Day at Zoar Outdoor Sept. 29
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a morning of all things Trout Spey at our new satellite location at Zoar Outdoors on the banks of the upper Deerfield River in Charlemont from nine am to noon on Sunday\, September 29. \nOn a river like the Deerfield with its high\, tree covered banks and drastic fluctuations of water flow with regular dam releases\, Trout Spey is a great way to extend your time on the water when it becomes difficult to wade. Trout Spey allows you to get your fly out to where the fish are still feeding without much room for a backcast and without having to wade very far out into a fast moving and treacherous river. Swinging streamers and wet flies in the higher water can be a deadly technique on Deerfield River trout. We will cover some of the effective techniques and flies you can employ with a Spey rod. \nWhat differentiates Trout Spey from fishing with a more common singlehanded rod is the cast. Rather than loading the rod with long overhead casts that require open space of at least twenty to thirty feet behind the caster\, Trout Spey utilizes the water to load the rod and thus requires little backcast space. Think of the Spey cast as a hopped up roll cast. With the proper equipment and technique\, Spey casts can achieve considerable distance\, even more than the furthest overhead casts. \nYou will have the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of Spey casting. Jim Dowd\, a Fly Fishing International certified fly casting instructor\, will lead several demonstrations as well as hands on casting mini clinics throughout the morning. Some casting may take place on dry land but we will also\, if conditions permit\, take to the water to get a true sense of the Spey cast. Bring wading gear if you’d like to try your hand at it. \nWhile Spey casts can be done with a typical fly line and singlehanded rod\, longer Spey rods and Spey specific lines will significantly improve the distance and efficiency of the cast. The world of Spey\, particularly the fly lines\, can be overwhelming. We will have a representative from Rio fly lines and Redington rods on and to help demystify all this. We will have on hand a variety of Trout Spey rods and lines to test out as well. \nAll this\, and donuts and coffee! If you can make it\, please stop by at some point. \nCall the shop with any questions at 413-397-3665 or email brian@deerfieldflyshop.com.
URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/spey-casting-clinic-august-28/
LOCATION:Zoar Outdoor\, 7 Main St\, Charlemont\, 01339\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T173000
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SUMMARY:Beginner Fly Casting
DESCRIPTION:Come learn how to cast a fly rod with FFI-certified casting instructor Jim Dowd. Jim will lead the class through the basic principles and techniques of casting a fly rod in this free one-hour class on July 24 at 5:30. The class is free but pre-registration is required. Meet at the shop.
URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/beginner-fly-casting/
LOCATION:Deerfield Fly Shop\, 8 Elm St.\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T173000
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SUMMARY:Advanced Casts for Trout Fishing
DESCRIPTION:Jim Dowd\, FFI-certified casting instructor\, will lead a two-hour class on advanced casts for trout fishing on June 12. After a review of sound casting principles and techniques\, Jim will delve into a few of the more advanced casts that trout anglers can use to solve tricky presentation problems. The reach cast is a great wya to mend your line before it even hits the water and allows for a longer drag-free drift of your fly. The curve cast also helps improve your drift but can also get your fly around some obstacles. The tuck cast is most useful when you want your flies to enter  the water before your cast lands\, a presentation that is particularly effective when fishing nymphs. \nClass meets at the shop at 5:30 on June 12. Cost is $20 and class is limited to six students.
URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/advanced-casts-for-trout-fishing/
LOCATION:Deerfield Fly Shop\, 8 Elm St.\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T101240
CREATED:20240203T210022Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner/Intermediate Fly Tying Nights at Hitchcock Brewing
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URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/intro-fly-tying-nights-at-hitchcock-brewing/
LOCATION:Hitchcock Brewing Company\, 203 South St.\, Bernardston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tying
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231214
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SUMMARY:Monster Redfish in Louisiana--Hosted Trip
DESCRIPTION:Redfish are rapidly becoming one of the most sought after species on a fly rod. And it’s no wonder why: these fish feed in shallow waters\, punch way above their weight class and live in stunning environments. \nFor redfish anglers\, December in Louisiana is about as good as it gets in both quantity and quality of fish. This time of year\, enormous bull reds come into the shallow marshes from the Gulf and feed actively on shrimp and baitfish. It is not unusual to cast to fish in excess of 20 pounds in water a foot deep or less. There are also trophy sized black drum and sheepshead\, both of which will readily take a fly as well. \n \nCome join me and a group of other anglers for a five night\, four day trip at Dogwood Lodge in Hopedale\, Louisiana. We have secured the prime dates of Dec. 8 to 13\, 2023. \nThe trip includes five nights lodging\, four full days of fishing from flats boats captained by some of Louisiana’s best fly fishing guides\, all beverages (including beer\, wine and alcohol) and meals (this is Louisiana so the food is going to be terrific!) and transportation to and from New Orleans. All you have to do is show up! \n \nThe Dogwood\, located about an hour outside of New Orleans\, is a re-purposed Coast Guard buoy tender with six cabins\, each with two twin beds and private bathrooms. It is docked right on the edge of the marsh. Each morning starts with a full Southern breakfast. Our guides will pick us up right at the lodge and take us to our day’s destination deep in the marshes. Bag lunches are provided and eaten while on the water. We will return to the Dogwood where there is a comfortable lounge and ample outdoor deck space to enjoy the sunset on the marsh. Dinner is prepared by the Dogwood’s full time chef and did I mention how good the food is? \n \nNew Orleans is one of America’s most unique cities: the birthplace of jazz\, home to Mardi Gras and Bourbon Street. One of my favorite things to do is roam the French Quarter and check out the street musicians and brass bands. I know I plan to spend at least a day or two on either end of the trip in the city soaking up the incredible music and culture and\, of course\, food! \nThe cost is still to be determined but will be between $3100 and $3500 based on double occupancy and two anglers per boat. Private rooms can be arranged for an additional $75 per night. This includes all meals\, drinks\, local transportation\, taxes and the guided fishing. Not included: Gratuities for the lodge staff and guides; Transportation to New Orleans; Fishing license fees. A deposit of half the total will be required to confirm your spot. \nPlease contact me\, Brian\, at brian@deerfieldflyshop.com or at 413-397-3665 to save your spot or for more information.
URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/monster-redfish-in-louisiana-hosted-trip/
LOCATION:dogwood lodge\, hopedale\, LA\, 7801 Hopedale Hwy Slip 3\, St Bernard\, LA\, 70085\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hosted Trip
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231202
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SUMMARY:Check out the Deerfield River on Destination Angler Podcast!
DESCRIPTION:I had the pleasure of sitting down with Steve from Destination Angler podcast where i got a chance to brag about the Deerfield River for a bit! Check it out here \n 
URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/check-out-the-deerfield-river-on-destination-angler-podcast/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Ongoing Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T090000
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SUMMARY:Streamer Fishing Clinic Oct. 15
DESCRIPTION:The days are getting shorter and the leaves are starting to turn. Fall is here\, and that means it’s prime time for streamer fishing. As the water temperatures drop and the daylight hours get shorter\, trout sense that leaner times lay ahead. This is also the time of year when brown trout need to gain strength for the upcoming spawn and start to become more territorial. \nThis all adds up to more aggressive fish looking for bigger meals\, and streamers are a fun way to take advantage of this. \nJoin Hilltown Anglers and the Deerfield Fly Shop on October 15 to hone your skills on all aspects of streamer fishing. We will discuss what equipment we prefer\, how we set up our rigs to deliver these bigger flies\, which patterns we turn to given different conditions\, how to dissect the river to focus on the most likely water types\, and how we present our flies in different scenarios. We will also thoroughly cover proper hooksets and fighting and then landing fish with confidence! \nThe clinic is approximately 4 hours long. Beginning at 9 a.m. with an in-house presentation at the Deerfield Fly Shop\, we then head to the stream for demonstrations of different techniques and time for anglers to practice what they have learned and get feedback from guide Brian Gilbert of Hilltown Anglers. \nStudents should have their own equipment\, including wading gear and fly rod—a six weight is our preferred streamer rod loaded with sink tip or sinking line. There will be some gear available for anglers to demo. Equipment and essentials will be available for purchase at the Fly Shop. \nThe cost is $150 per angler. \nContact brian@deerfieldflyshop.com to register or with any questions.
URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/streamer-fishing/
LOCATION:Deerfield Fly Shop\, 8 Elm St.\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230611
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SUMMARY:Beginners' Fly Fishing Retreat
DESCRIPTION:June 9-10\, 2023. Cost: $350 \n\n\n\nThis retreat is aimed at beginner fly fishers\, but intermediates who want to brush up or reinforce their skills are welcome as well. \n\n\n\nOn the afternoon of the first day\, Cynthia Harkness of Fearless Fly Fishing\, who has more than ten years experience teaching fly fishing and guiding clients on both fresh and salt water\, will cover all the basics of fly fishing. From putting a rod together and rigging it up to selecting a fly and tying it on to casting that bug out there and where to cast it\, Cynthia will guide you through the process. She will cover the basic gear and terminology\, knots\, hands-on casting instruction\, fish feeding and behavior\, and more over three hours on Saturday afternoon. \n\n\n\nOn the morning of the second day\, we will reconvene for a half-day float trip down on area waters where our professional guides will get you on the water and help you put into action everything Cynthia went through the day before. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe cost for the Retreat is $350 per person and includes use of all equipment\, the seminar with Cynthia Harkness and a half day float trip\, guide tip included. In addition\, all participants will get 10 percent off anything in the shop and there will be special deals on starter fly fishing equipment packages. Email brian@deerfieldflyshop.com to save your spot.
URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/beginners-fly-fishing-retreat/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Fly Fishing Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T190000
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SUMMARY:Free Fly Casting Introduction
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to cast a fly rod with FFI-certified casting instructor Jim Dowd. Whether you have never picked up a fly rod or are hoping to improve your beginning casting efforts\, Jim will take you through the fundamentals of the basic overhead fly cast. This is a hands-on class. Equipment can be provided but if you have your own rod we suggest you bring that to learn on. \nClasses are Wednesday\, May 3 and 17 at 5:30. Meet at the shop. Classes are free but reservations are required as space is limited. Call the shop at 413-397-3665 or email brian@deerfieldflyshop.com.
URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/free-fly-casting-introduction-2/
LOCATION:Deerfield Fly Shop\, 8 Elm St.\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230503T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230503T190000
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SUMMARY:Free Fly Casting Introduction
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to cast a fly rod with FFI-certified casting instructor Jim Dowd. Whether you have never picked up a fly rod or are hoping to improve your beginning casting efforts\, Jim will take you through the fundamentals of the basic overhead fly cast. This is a hands-on class. Equipment can be provided but if you have your own rod we suggest you bring that to learn on. \nClasses are Wednesday\, May 3 and 17 at 5:30. Meet at the shop. Classes are free but reservations are required as space is limited. Call the shop at 413-397-3665 or email brian@deerfieldflyshop.com.
URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/free-fly-casting-introduction/
LOCATION:Deerfield Fly Shop\, 8 Elm St.\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230423T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T101240
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SUMMARY:Tying Shad Flies with Gary Metras
DESCRIPTION:Every spring shad make their annual migration up the Connecticut River and into its bigger tributaries like the Deerfield\, Westfield and Chicopee rivers. These fish are ton of fun to catch on the fly. \nTo get you ready for this year’s run\, Gary Metras is teaching a class at the Deerfield Fly Shop on April 23 at 3 pm on tying flies to target shad.  Gary will lead the class through three proven patterns. Class fee: $25. All materials will be supplied for the class. Bring your own vise\, tools and thread. Space is limited and preregistration is required. Call 413-397-3665 or email brian@deerfieldflyshop.com \n 
URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/tying-shad-flies-with-gary-metras/
LOCATION:Deerfield Fly Shop\, 8 Elm St.\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tying
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SUMMARY:Winter Flies for the Swift River with Gary Metras: a Two-Week Class
DESCRIPTION:The Swift River below the Quabbin Reservoir is well known for its demanding trout. This river presents a unique set of challenges for the fly angler\, and you often need specific flies to meet those challenges. The Deerfield Fly Shop is proud to present the Best Winter Flies for the Swift River with Gary Metras\, who will lead you through a few of his favorite patterns for the tricky fish of the Swift River. This two-part fly-tying class takes place on consecutive Sundays  and will help you with the techniques needed to tie the smaller flies often required for success on the Swift in the winter. The first class will cover subsurface flies and the second will tackle dry flies. Gary will share some of his strategies for fishing these flies. Gary is past president of the Pioneer Valley Trout Unlimited and has taught the chapter’s tying classes for 15 years. He is an excellent angler and tyer and has been fishing the Swift every week for the past twenty years. \nPre-registration is required—call the shop at 413-397-3665 or email brian@deerfieldflyshop.com. This class consists of two three-hour sessions that will take place here at the shop on Sunday\, February 5 at 3 pm and Sunday\, February 12 at 3 pm. The fee is $50 total for both classes and will include materials for the flies to be tied. Bring your own vise\, tools and thread (Veevus 16/0 in a variety of colors recommended—the shop has plenty in stock).
URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/winter-flies-for-the-swift-river-with-gary-metras/
LOCATION:Deerfield Fly Shop\, 8 Elm St.\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tying Classic Streamers
DESCRIPTION:Tying Classic Streamers with Bob Olszewski\n\nLearn how to tie classic trout streamers with renowned local fly tyer Bob Olszewski. Bob will guide students through the construction of two classic streamers\, first a Black Ghost and then on to a more complicated Grey Ghost. This two-hour class will cover material selection and the techniques necessary for tying these beautiful\, and effective\, streamers. With the skills acquired in the tying of these two patterns\, you should then be able to tackle most any classic streamer.\nThis class is geared toward intermediate to advanced tyers\, All materials for the flies to be tied will be provided. In addition\, material kits will be given to each student to tie three more of both the Black and Grey Ghosts on your own. Bring your own vise\, tools and thread. Some equipment may be available with advanced notice. The class costs $40 and runs from 3:30 to 5:30 on Sunday\, January 15. Class is limited to 10 students. Pre-registration is required. Email brian@deerfieldflyshop.com or call the shop at 413-397-3665.\n\nInstructor: Bob Olszewski started tying flies in 1976.  In 1983\, he started the Sugarloaf Tackle Company. His classic streamers and trolling flies have been available for purchase here at the Deerfield Fly Shop for many years\, in addition to many other stores over the years in the area. For many years Bob coordinated and taught the Basic Fly Tying class at Greenfield Community College for what was then the Deerfield/Millers chapter of Trout Unlimited. He has also coordinated numerous fly tying nights at a variety of local venues. Many very skilled fly-tyers in our area can trace their roots back to a class or fly tying night with Bob\, so come join the ranks!
URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/tying-classic-streamers/
LOCATION:Deerfield Fly Shop\, 8 Elm St.\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tying
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SUMMARY:Low Country Redfish
DESCRIPTION:The endless waters surrounding Charleston\, SC\, are teeming with redfish. In the fall\, these hard fighting fish come into the shallow marshes on the flood tides–those occasional high tides that are higher than average–where they can be found tailing for the shrimp and crabs knocked off their safe perch among the reeds by the advancing tide. Some of the flats the fish come into are only covered in water a couple times a month\, yet the slowly cruising redfish seek these areas out and casually tail their way through the spartina grass in search of their next meal. This is a truly magical time of year in an amazing fishery. \nWe have secured some of the best guides in the area for three days of targeting these redfish during prime flood tides on October 11 to 13. Each day\, we will be two anglers and one guide per boat as we center our trips around the peak of the morning high tide when these tailing fish are most visible and most susceptible to a well presented fly. We will have some off-tide fishing that can also be terrific as well as reds like to come up into skinny water at lower tides. \nRedfish are powerful fish. Most fish are in the three to ten pound range but we will have shots at larger fish as well. Because they are up in skinny water and face constant danger from predators like dolphins in addition to anglers\, these fish can be very cautious and demand a stealthy approach and delicate cast. Flies are generally moderately weighted crab and shrimp patterns that can be cast effectively on six to eight weight rods. When hooked\, redfish are some of the strongest fighting fish\, pound for pound–more than enough sport on an eight weight. \nWhen we are not on the flats looking for tails\, we will be staying in an Air B and B near all our launch points. We will also be a short Uber ride to downtown Charleston\, which is a thriving city with great restaurants\, shopping and nightlife\, not to mention all the history (the first shots of the Civil War were fired in Charleston Harbor) and natural beauty of the area. \nCost for this hosted trip is $2100 per angler and includes three days of guided flats boat fishing\, tip for the fishing guides\, three nights lodging\, some local transportation\, and communally prepared breakfasts and lunches for the three days of fishing. Airfare to Charleston\, dinners and beverages are not included. \nFor more on flood tide redfishing\, check out this great primer on Gink and Gasoline. \nPlease call the shop at 413-397-3665 or email brian@deerfieldflyshop.com for more information or with any questions.
URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/low-country-redfish/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Hosted Trip
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SUMMARY:Bass Camp 2022
DESCRIPTION:The Deerfield Fly Shop is excited to partner with Jay Aylward and the Handmade Angler to bring you Bass Camp 2022! This three-day bass on the fly extravaganza runs Friday\, August 12\, through Sunday\, August 14\, and includes  3 guided float trips\, 2 nights of lodging (double occupancy) at the Deerfield Inn\, a casting clinic\, 2 breakfasts\, 2 lunches\, solar hoodie\, gratuity\, gear\, and tax. All this for $995 per person! The camp is limited to eight anglers. Call the shop at 413-397-3665 or email brian@deerfieldflyshop.com to register or for more information.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, August 12th\n\n\n\nFriday kicks off this 3-day event with a casting workshop led by Jim Dowd. Jim is a Federation of Flyfishers Certified Casting Instructor and a really great guy. He has helped many of us here at the shop develop our casts and his teaching skills are top notch. This workshop includes personalized instruction on fly casting through hands-on experience at a course set up on a big lawn. Jim will cover the different casts used for bass fishing and how to increase your accuracy at distance. Following our clinic\, dinner can be enjoyed at the Inn or one of the many local spots nearby. Post dinner you can take your casting learnings to a casting challenge which can be enjoyed as a competitive game or just for fun.\n\n\n\nSaturday\, August 13th\n\n\n\nSaturday consists of two fishing sessions\, one in the morning and one in the evening. This is broken up so we are on the water for the best Largemouth action. The guides will meet you at the Inn and will be bringing breakfast sandwiches and coffee. We will spend the early morning on Largemouth water\, where we will work on morning largemouth techniques through fishing for these solitary ambush hunters. We will stop mid-day for a siesta and lunch (provided). We all will reconvene post early-dinner\, and spend the evening fishing to Largemouth through the Magic Hour and into the dark.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSunday\, August 14th\n\n\n\nSunday consists of a full day Smallmouth float on one of our local rivers. Again the guides will show up with breakfast sandwiches and we will caravan to different stretches of Smallmouth water.  We will practice topwater and subsurface techniques to catch these excellent fighters.\n\n\n\nLunch will be provided boatside and camp will conclude at the end of this float.
URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/bass-camp-2022/
LOCATION:MA
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SUMMARY:George Daniel Contact Nymphing Virtual Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Over the past five to ten years\, contact or Euro-style nymphing has made a lot of noise in the world of fly fishing and for good reason: it is VERY effective. However\, it can be as confounding and confusing as it is effective because it requires a host of new techniques and alternative rig set-ups to the indicator nymphing or dry fly fishing many of us are more familiar with. \n\n\n\nThe Deerfield Fly Shop is very proud to present a virtual workshop from perhaps the most preeminent educator in the sport\, George Daniel\, to help guide you through the ins and outs of contact nymphing\, from rods\, reels and lines to leader set ups and fly patterns to the techniques you will want to try on the water. See the full outline below for more details about the workshop. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis Zoom-based class will run on Thursday March 24 at 7 pm. The presentation itself will last 90 minutes and George will field all your questions afterwards. Cost is $50. Email brian@deerifeldflsyshop.com or call 413-397-3665 to register. Class space is limited. \n\n\n\nGeorge Daniel is the lead instructor at the legendary Penn State University fly fishing program started by George Harvey and run by Joe Humphries for many years. He is a two-time US National Fly Fishing Champion and member of several US teams to compete at the World Championships. He has coached both the men’s and youth national teams. You may recognize him from the cover of the recent Fly Fisherman magazine where\, in addition to other publications\, he has written numerous articles and he is also the author of three books\, including two focused on nymphing. A highly sought after guide and instructor—he is booked solid through 2023—we are lucky to have George teaching a class for us here at the Deerfield Fly Shop. \n\n\n\nGeorge Daniel Contact (aka Euro) Nymphing Workshop \n\n\n\nEssential Tools \n\n\n\n\nTraditional Rods versus European Style Nymphing Rods\nLine Options (traditional taper\, euro line\, mono rigs)\nSighter/Indicator\nLeaders (tapered versus level)\nPatterns\n\nPatterns Suggestive versus Imitative\n\n\nTop Euro Nymphs\n\n\nUn-weighted with shot\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Nymphing Concepts \n\n\n\n\nWhat contact nymphing is and what contact nymphing isn’t.\nIdeal tightline conditions versus non-ideal\n\n\n\n\nEssential Rigging \n\n\n\n\nDiscussion of Leader Design (universal versus condition specific)\nSingle Fly vs. multiple flies\nWeight Placement (heaviest fly placement\, split shot\, putty)\n\n\n\n\nThree Presentation Types (Where/When) \n\n\n\n\nDrifting:\nDredging\nSwinging\n\n\n\n\nFour Principals of Casting and Presenting Nymphs \n\n\n\n\nSquare\nFlip/Cast\nLead/Swing Out Flies (180* to target)\nSquare to Target and Repeat\n\n\n\n\nReading The Drift (Too Much Slack\, Too Much Drag\, Natural Drift) \n\n\n\nConcept of Two Speeds \n\n\n\nSetting The Hook \n\n\n\nDeveloping Contact Approach for Various Water Types/Scenarios (targets\, rigging\, casting\, and presenting) \n\n\n\n\nRiffle\nRun\nPool\nPocket Water\nSkinny Flats
URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/george-daniel-contact-nymphing-virtual-workshop/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual Workshop
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SUMMARY:Tying New England Trout Flies with Rich Strolis
DESCRIPTION:Though perhaps best known for his streamer patterns\, Rich Strolis has also developed numerous nymph and dry fly patterns that flat out catch trout. On Saturday\, March 5\, at 9 am\, Rich will share some of these in a Zoom class presented by the Deerfield Fly Shop. In this six-hour class\, he will lead you through a selection of time-tested patterns that have proven effective here in New England and beyond. With a few alterations in color and size\, these patterns should cover a majority of your insect hatch matching needs in New England throughout the course of the season. Limited to ten students\, Rich will teach this class as he does his in person classes–going step by step through each fly and waiting for all tyers to complete each step and answer all questions before moving on.\n\n\n\n\n\nThe class will require an advanced beginner to intermediate level of tying skill\, but will provide information and insights valuable to the most experienced of tyers as well. Rich will lead the class step by step through some of his best insect patterns as well as some other flies that have proven effective over the years\, including: Shucked Up Emerger\, R-F Caddis\, Dust Bunny Winter Stone\, Morgan Midge Variation\, Classified Caddis Pupa\, DDT Nymph\, Quill Bodied Jig\, and Shimmer Stone. Other patterns may also be tied if time allows.\n\n\n\nStudents should have their own vise and tools\, including scissors\, dubbing whirl\, bobbin and whip finish tool in addition to a compliment of threads in a variety of colors (in size 70 and 140 denier or 8/0 and 6/0—all thread and tools are available at the Deerfield Fly Shop). All materials will be provided in kits that Rich himself will put together and mail to all participants prior to the class. Bring an open mind and any questions you might have. Rich will go over hook choices\, material choices and substitutions and most importantly\, how to effectively fish these patterns.\n\n\n\n\n\nTuition for the class is $125 and includes the material kits. Advanced registration with payment in full is required by Feb. 23. Contact brian@deerfieldflyshop.com or call 413-397-3665 to register. This class is limited to 10 students and will fill up quickly!\n\n\n\nFrom right down the road in Connecticut\, Rich Strolis honed his craft as a guide on the Farmington and Housatonic Rivers and then shifted to commercial fly tying as his patterns started to gain national attention as consistent fish producers. He has fished his patterns all over the world and continues to torment the big browns of the Housatonic and Farmington! He is a signature designer for the Montana Fly Company and is on the pro staff at Thomas and Thomas as well as Regal Vise. The author of the well-received book Catching Shadows: Tying Flies for the Toughest Fish and Strategies for Fishing Them as well as numerous articles in the fly fishing magazines\, Rich is a sought after tyer and educator\, so we are very pleased to have him here at the Deerfield Fly Shop.
URL:https://deerfieldflyshop.com/event/tying-new-england-trout-flies-with-rich-strolis/
LOCATION:Deerfield Fly Shop\, 8 Elm St.\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373\, United States
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