Reel Skills: Fly Tying with the Experts
Schedule
Tue Mar 17 2026 at 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm
UTC-06:00Location
501 8th Ave, Greeley, CO, United States, Colorado 80631 | Greeley, CO
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Learn the art of fly tying with the experts from Platte Rivers Veterans in Reel Skills! Whether you're a seasoned angler or a complete beginner, this hands-on workshop will teach you essential fly-tying terms, techniques, and best practices. By the end of the session, you'll take home your very own handcrafted fly, and possibly a new favorite hobby! All supplies are provided, but participants are encouraged to bring their own fly-tying equipment if they have it.
Open to adults and high schoolers, children 12-15 must attend with an adult.
February 17, 2026 - Zebra Midge Fly & Black Beauty Fly
March 17, 2026 - Yarn Egg Fly & San Juan Worm Fly
April 21, 2026 - Mayfly Fly (Pheasant Tail Variation)
May 19, 2026 - Mop Fly & No Hackle Blue Wing Olive (BWO) Fly
June 16, 2026 - Foam Ant Fly (from shelf liner) & Casting Demonstration (Bring Your Fishing Rods!)
July 21, 2026 - GFA Hopper Fly
August 18, 2026 - Beetle Fly
September 15, 2026 - Hare's Ear Fly
October 20, 2026 - Dry Fly Royal Wolf / Parachute Adams (Advanced)
Registration is preferred to ensure enough materials for everyone. Join us and get hooked on the craft of fly tying!
About our program partner: Platte Rivers Veterans Fly Fishing provides basic fly fishing, fly casting, fly tying, and rod building classes for veterans. Participants are from all walks of life, all fishing abilities, and from all branches of the military. Fly fishing gear, fly tying equipment, and materials for rod building are provided at no cost to veterans. Fishing trips, both one-day and multi-day, are also provided free of charge to veterans.
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