Beginner’s Masterclass

Beginner’s Masterclass is a place for new tyers to learn from Fly Tyer contributor and video wizard, Tim Flagler about tips and techniques to become a better fly tyer. Experienced tyers shouldn’t write this column off as a resource for beginners only though, because it has tons of info for experienced anglers and tyers as well. Enjoy!

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Water Walker

First and foremost among these adult stonefly imitations is Will Dornan’s Water Walker.

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Building a Tapered Thread Body

Detailed instructions for building a tapered thread body as on a Zebra Midge.

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Blood Dot Egg

Jeff Blood’s Blood Dot Egg has become nearly synonymous with Great Lakes steelhead and brown trout fishing. Developed by Jeff...

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Tools of the Trade

For beginners, setting up to tie flies can at first appear every bit as complicated as gearing up to fish....

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Winter Wonder

I call this tasty little steelhead snack the Winter Wonder. It's a way simplified version of a steelhead nymph I've...

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Simple Midge Larva

Midges go through complete metamorphosis, meaning they start out as eggs, change into larvae then pupae and finally, winged adults....

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