Fly Tying Class – Santa Cruz Fly Fishing Club

Posted on August 24, 2023August 24, 2023 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

September Fly Tying Class: Barry Smelt

Sep 13 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange

Here we are getting ready for the Fishout in October at the forebay. Of course, the forebay can be fished anytime from now to into it November. As always, the class is free, and all materials are provided, except for the thread which will be white: flat wax nylon, Big Fly, monocord or similar. We welcome beginners and provide them with tools, thread and advice. It’s always helpful to bring magnification and a table lamp. Some lamps are always provided, but not enough to go around usually. Elaine Cook will be assisting beginners. Sign ups are important and can be done at the September club meeting or calling Michael at 831-234-2244 or Elaine at 831-234-6515. Please allow at least 24 hours notice ahead.

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.

Date	Fly	Excerpt
Oct 11 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	October Caddis - Fly Tying Class	All club members are welcome!
Nov 08 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Wiggle Worm - November Fly Tying Class	All club members are welcome!
Dec 13 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Trout Nugget - December Fly Tying Class	All club members are welcome!

Posted on August 24th, 2023

Posted on July 25, 2023July 25, 2023 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

Chubby Chernobyl – August Fly Tying Class

Aug 09 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange

This fly just works. It makes a great hopper/dropper top fly and it catches fish on it’s own. No dry fly hackle or other expensive materials and it can be tied and just about any color. We’ll be tying this one in purple which is probably my favorite version. It’s also not too difficult to tie making it great for beginners.

Purple, black or dark thread in 6/0 or 70 denier works well but anything close will do. I’ll have some extra thread. Another thing to bring, if you have it is super glue. All materials provided. Please bring your vise and tools but if you need anything, let me know.

No need to RSVP.

Hope to see you there! Jerry

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.

	Date	Fly	Excerpt
	Sep 13 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Barry Smelt	Guest instructor: Michael Sherwood
	Oct 11 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	October Caddis - Fly Tying Class	All club members are welcome!

Posted on July 25th, 2023

Posted on June 16, 2023June 28, 2023 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

July Fly-tying Class

Jul 12 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange

John Barr’s “Copper John” is our fly for this month’s class . This attractor fly has a stonefly nymph’s biot tail with a red wire body and a mayfly like thorax. The bead head and wire body help the fly sink to the bottom of the water column and hopefully grab the attention of some chunky opportunistic trout. Bring black 6/0 or 8/0 thread, other materials will be supplied. The club has tools to lend for beginners. I hope to see you there! My phone number is below, please text message or call to sign up.
Greg Foy – ph/txt: (831) 239-8780

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.

Date	Fly	Excerpt
Aug 09 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Chubby Chernobyl	Guest Instructor: Jerry McKeon
Sep 13 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Barry Smelt	Guest instructor: Michael Sherwood
Oct 11 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	October Caddis - Fly Tying Class	All club members are welcome!

Posted on June 16th, 2023

Posted on May 31, 2023 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

– June Fly-tying Class

Jun 14 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange

Damselflies will be featured this month and next for our fly tying classes. Adult in June and nymph in June. Trout, largemouth bass and bluegill will go for this particular insect. As usual, all the materials will be provided for the class, except for the thread, and no charge to participate. The thread this month olive 8/0 and bobbin. Some will be available to borrow. If you have a light colored thread, such as white, tan or yellow, you can bring it and we’ll color it with a sharpie pen. Tools and vices and thread are available for beginners, who are always welcome. It never hurts to bring a lamp and magnification. Sign up by contacting Tom Eckert best number 831-818-3801, email c_eckert1@comcast.net or at the June club meeting..

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.

Date	Fly	Excerpt
Jun 14 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Damselfly Nymph	Guest Instructor: Tom Eckert
Jul 12 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Red Copper John	John Barr’s “Copper John” is this our fly for this month’s class .
Aug 09 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Chubby Chernobyl	Guest Instructor: Jerry McKeon
Sep 13 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Barry Smelt	Guest instructor: Michael Sherwood

Posted on May 31st, 2023

Posted on April 18, 2023April 25, 2023 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

Adult Damsel – May Fly-tying Class

May 10 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange

Damselflies will be featured this month and next for our fly tying classes. Adult this month in May and Nymph next month June. Trout, largemouth bass and bluegill will go for this particular insect. As usual, all the materials will be provided for the class, except for the thread, and no charge to participate. The thread this month will be 6/0 blue. Some will be available to borrow. If you have a light colored thread, such as white, tan or yellow, you can bring it and we’ll color it with a sharpie pen. Tools and vices and thread are available for beginners, who are always welcome. It never hurts to bring a lamp and magnification. Sign up at a club meeting, or call 831-688-1561. Allow at least 24 hours for material preparation. Please wear a mask. Thanks. Elaine.

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.

Date	Fly	Excerpt
Jun 14 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Damselfly Nymph	Guest Instructor: Tom Eckert
Jul 12 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Red Copper John	John Barr’s “Copper John” is this our fly for this month’s class .
Aug 09 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Chubby Chernobyl	Guest Instructor: Jerry McKeon
Sep 13 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Barry Smelt	Guest instructor: Michael Sherwood

Posted on April 18th, 2023

Posted on March 23, 2023March 30, 2023 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

Hex Mayfly Emerge

Apr 12 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange

This fly will be very important if you’re planning to go to the fishout at Lake Almanor in June. The Hex also hatches in other waters in northeast, California at the same time. You will sure want to have a few if you are planning to head that way. This class is more advanced than usual, and will be difficult for beginners. If however you still wish to attend, that’s fine, there’s always something to learn. As usual, the class is free and materials are provided. sign ups are required so that adequate material will be there for everyone. If you have yellow six old thread, please bring it. There are vices and tools for beginners to borrow. Regarding Covid, I will be wearing a mask, and since we are close to one another, you may consider the same for yourself. If you are ill in any way, please stay at home. Thanks

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.

Date	Fly	Excerpt
May 10 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Adult Damselfly	Damsels are available to finish year round, but in the spring and early summer, they migrate to shore, crawl out on vegetation and structure, shed their shuck, and begin to fly around to mate.
Jun 14 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Damselfly Nymph	Guest Instructor: Tom Eckert
Jul 12 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Red Copper John	John Barr’s “Copper John” is this our fly for this month’s class .
Aug 09 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Chubby Chernobyl	Guest Instructor: Jerry McKeon

Posted on March 23rd, 2023

Posted on February 24, 2023February 24, 2023 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

Poppers Class

Mar 11 10:00 AM @ Elaine’s House

March’s fly tying class is going to be a two day event on March 13 and 14th from noon until 3 pm each day at Elaine’s house. If you wish to attend, please sign up no later than March 4th. Call Elaine at 831-688-1561 or 831-234-6515. Allow 4-5 hours each day. You beginners to fly tying should feel comfortable doing this class. As always, the class is free and materials provided. Very strong thread, any color, such as flat waxed nylon or monocord will be needed. If you need thread, or tools and vise if you are a beginner, the club can loan them to you.

Posted on February 24th, 2023

Date: March 8th.(Wed.) AND March 11-12 (Sat. And Sun.)

Place: Aptos Grange Hall – – Elaine Cook's home.

Posted on February 22, 2023February 24, 2023 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

March fly-tying get togethers

by Elaine Cook – fly tying chairman

The club has 2 fly tying opportunities coming up in March. Both events are free as always. The first will be social tying drop-in at the Grange Hall Mar. 8th at 6:15 PM, for club members to tie anything they wish. No instruction but lots of great socializing, the opportunity to share fly patterns with one another, and of course to start filling your fly box for
the upcoming months. Bring your own tools, vices, light and materials. And a mask of course to be safe.

The second will be our annual popper class. The flies are designed for largemouth bass and bluegill fishing. Sign ups are required due to limited space at Elaine‘s home. This not a difficult class and beginners should feel comfortable to participate. 2 days are required due to the drying of epoxy and paints. And a one hour class on how to fish with for bass will be included. The class will be held on Saturday, March 11 and Sun. March 12. Each starting at 10 AM and running about five hours each. If you are interested and can commit to attending, it’s best to sign up early for the class often fills up ahead of time. Thread and materials will be provided as well as vice and tools for beginners. If you wish to attend, please sign up no later than March 4th. Call Elaine at 831-688-1561 or 831-234-6515

Posted on February 22nd, 2023

Posted on January 24, 2023January 26, 2023 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

Trout Nugget class

Feb 08 6:15 PM @ Aptos Grange

This fly is designed to catch largemouth bass, large trout and even stripers. As always the class is free and all materials are provided other than thread. Some will be available to borrow. Bring cream 6/0 and brown 6/0 or 8/0. Tools and vises will be available for beginners, who are always welcome and receive much instruction. You can sign up at the club meeting or call Elaine with at least 24 hours notice at 831-688-1561. For safety, well fitting masks will be required by all.

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.

	Date	Fly	Excerpt
	Mar 11 - Mar 12 10:00 am - 3:00 pm	March Poppers Class!	March’s fly tying class is going to be a two day event on March 13 and 14th from noon until 3 pm each day at Elaine’s house. If you wish to attend, please sign up no later than March 4th. Call Elaine at 831-688-1561 or 831-234-6515. Allow 4-5 hours each day.
	Apr 12 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Hex Mayfly Emerger	Come learn how to tie the largest mayfly in the world which will be important at the fishout at Lake Almanor in June.

Posted on January 24th, 2023

Date: March 8th.(Wed.) AND March 11-12 (Sat. And Sun.)

Place: Aptos Grange Hall – – Elaine Cook's home.

Posted on January 17, 2023February 22, 2023 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

Upcoming fly-tying get togethers for March.

by Elaine Cook – fly tying chairman

Posted on January 17th, 2023

Date: Jan. 11

Time: Doors open at 6:15, class begins at 6:30

Place: Aptos Grange Hall 2555 Mar Vista Dr., Aptos, CA

Posted on December 27, 2022December 27, 2022 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

Goddard Caddis

by Elaine Cook – fly tying chairman

This fly features spinning deer hair. It’s not a difficult fly to tie but the technique is unusual and needed for a variety of flies. Sign up at the club meeting or call Elaine at (831)688-1561. Allow at least 24 hours before the class. As usual all the materials will be provided and the class is free. If you have mono cord or similar in any color, but preferably a light color, bring that. Some will be available. For beginners, who are always welcome, vices and tools will be available. Masks will be required due to Covid, flu, and colds that are currently looking for a host.

Posted on December 27th, 2022

Date: None

Time: None

Place: None

Posted on December 27, 2022 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

Thank you helpers at the fly tying classes

by Elaine Cook — Fly tying chairman

A big thank you goes out to those who taught classes this year and to those who assisted new tiers at our in person fly tying classes. Covid has made it difficult to keep this club function going but thanks to zoom we managed to make it happen. If it’s been a while since you attended classes feel free to come back again and please wear a mask to protect yourself and others. Tight thread lines to all of you in 2023.

Posted on December 27th, 2022

Posted on December 27, 2022December 27, 2022 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

Club Activities

Date	Activity Link	Description	Location
Feb 18	2023 SCFF Annual Fundraiser, Awards, and Installation Day	After 3 long years, we are bringing back our annual fundraiser on February 18th from 12:30 pm to 6:00 pm at the Aptos Grange! So many things have changed in the past three years and there was no way we could run the fundraiser “the way we used to”, so here we go. New venue, new hours, new food, new ticket price, new faces and with your help, more comradery, laughter and fun. We will be serving lunch, raffling wonderful prizes, spotlighting deserving members with annual awards, and introducing the 2023 Board of Directors.	Aptos Grange
Feb 24	Pleasanton Fly Fishing Show	There are lots of activities including casting demos/instruction, fly tying demos/instruction, seminars from well-know pros, vendors selling all-things fly fishy. It’s a great opportunity to learn and check out gear before you purchase. Many club members make it an annual event. If you are new to the sport, go and pick up a few tips. Visit the the website for details and how to get tickets. https://flyfishingshow.com/pleasanton-ca/
Mar 08	Fly Tying Hang Out in March	Bring your vise, tools, materials and fish stories. Great excuse to get out of the house and do some tying with others.	Aptos Grange

Posted on December 27th, 2022

Date: December 14

Time: Doors open at 6:15 PM - class begins at 6:30 PM

Place: Aptos Grange Hall 2555 Mar Vista Dr.

Posted on November 22, 2022November 28, 2022 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

Fly Tying Class – December 14, 6:15 pm

The technique of spinning deer hair has been requested by club members a number of times. The Muddler Minnow will give you the opportunity to learn just that. Beginners in the past have done well tying this type of fly so don’t hesitate to give it a try. Two types of thread will be used this time, 6/0 black and any color monocord. Some will be available to borrow. As usual bring your vice tools and light. We welcome beginners and equipment will be provided for you. Sign ups are important in order to have the right amount of material prepared which is provided. You can sign up at the club meeting or call Elaine with at least 24 hours notice at 831-688-1561. I encourage wearing a mask for we are close to one another while tying. If not vaccinated and boosted please wear one for sure. Thank you.

Posted on November 22nd, 2022

Posted on November 24, 2022November 29, 2022 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

Club Activities – December

No upcoming events scheduled - check back soon!

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to URL to see the current information.

Monthly Speaker	Date	Excerpt
Feb 18	2023 SCFF Annual Fundraiser, Awards, and Installation Day	After 3 long years, we are bringing back our annual fundraiser on February 18th from 12:30 pm to 6:00 pm at the Aptos Grange! So many things have changed in the past three years and there was no way we could run the fundraiser “the way we used to”, so here we go. New venue, new hours, new food, new ticket price, new faces and with your help, more comradery, laughter and fun. We will be serving lunch, raffling wonderful prizes, spotlighting deserving members with annual awards, and introducing the 2023 Board of Directors.
Feb 24	Pleasanton Fly Fishing Show	There are lots of activities including casting demos/instruction, fly tying demos/instruction, seminars from well-know pros, vendors selling all-things fly fishy. It’s a great opportunity to learn and check out gear before you purchase. Many club members make it an annual event. If you are new to the sport, go and pick up a few tips. Visit the the website for details and how to get tickets. https://flyfishingshow.com/pleasanton-ca/
Mar 08	Fly Tying Hang Out in March	Bring your vise, tools, materials and fish stories. Great excuse to get out of the house and do some tying with others.
Apr 29	Fly Casting Meetup	Bring your lawn chair, lunch, and fly rod to practice casting with other SCFF club members.
May 20	Swap Meet at Aptos Grange	Swap meet at the Aptos Grange parking lot. 9am to 1 pm. All things fishing/outdoors! BUY-SELL-TRADE
May 27	Fly Casting Meetup	Bring your lawn chair, lunch, and fly rod to practice casting with other SCFF club members.
Jun 24	Fly Casting Meetup	Bring your lawn chair, lunch, and fly rod to practice casting with other SCFF club members.

Posted on November 24th, 2022

Posted on October 26, 2022October 26, 2022 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

Fly Tying Class – Blow Torch

This fly is almost guaranteed to catch steelhead in our local waters during early season, which is right around the corner. As always the class is free and materials provided except for thread. The thread this month is black 8/0 and any fluorescent orange, but only bring it if you have it. There will be plenty available for everyone at the class. Beginners are always welcome and there will be devices and tools available as well as threads. Sign ups are important so that enough material is available for all. You can sign up at the club meeting or call me with at least 24 hours notice . 831-688-1561

Posted on October 26th, 2022

Posted on September 26, 2022September 27, 2022 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

Fly Tying Class – October

Oct 12 6:15 PM : Cicada

If you plan to dry fly fish for trout anywhere in the world it’s a good idea to have a few of these flies in your box. A lot of club members fish the Green River in Utah and if you go there in the spring, this is a must have fly. To protect people from Covid during our class, if you are not vaccinated and boosted wear a mask. Otherwise wearing a mask is recommended for all. Please bring your vice tools and light. Also 6/0 black thread. Some tools, vices and thread will be available for beginners who are always welcome. The class is free and all other materials are provided.

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to URL to see the current information.

	Fly for Class	Date	Excerpt
	Nov 09	Blow Torch - November Fly Tying Class	A must have steelhead fly.

Posted on September 26th, 2022

Posted on August 22, 2022August 25, 2022 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

Fly Tying Class – September

Sep 14 6:15 PM : Foam Run Caddis

IMPORTANT: This class will be taught at the Aptos Grange Hall. Masks will be required for this session. No zoom access.
If you are looking for an easy dry fly trout pattern, here it is for you. And certainly great for beginners, who are always welcome. Caddis are one of the most important food sources for trout and should be included in anybody’s fly box. The upcoming Mammouth fishout will be one of those places that you can readily use this fly.The classes are always free and all materials are provided except for the thread if you have it available. This time we will be using olive 8/0 thread.The club has tools, vises and thread to borrow if you need them.
Please call Elaine Cook at 831-688-15612 reserve your spot and ensure that there are enough materials for the class.

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to URL to see the current information.

	Fly for Class	Date	Excerpt
	Oct 12	Cicada	Fly for bass, trout and carp!

Posted on August 22nd, 2022

Posted on July 31, 2022July 31, 2022 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

Fly tying – August 2022

Aug 10 6:30 AM : Fluke Fly – Aug Fly tying

IMPORTANT: This class will be taught at the Aptos Grange. Masks will be OPTIONAL if you are vaccinated. NO ZOOM access.

The Fluke Fly is a smaller adaptation of a deceiver. It is tied with deceiver hackle and synthetic materials, on a light jig hook for snag resistance, a slow fall and easy castability. Fished on a floating line near shore or structure, it will sink near the bottom of a lake or pond (where the fish are?) and rise and fall as it is stripped back. The target is black bass and sunfish.

Contact Greg Foy to attend the class. greg@foyconstruction.com

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to URL to see the current information.

Date	More Info	Excerpt
Sep 14	Foam Run Caddis	A simple great drive fly pattern for this month.
Oct 12	Cicada	Fly for bass, trout and carp!
Nov 09	Blow Torch - November Fly Tying Class	A must have steelhead fly.

Posted on July 31st, 2022

Posted on June 27, 2022June 27, 2022 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

Fly tying – July 2022

Jul 13 6:30 PM : Pat’s Tungston Bead Head Rubber Legs – JULY Fly tying

IMPORTANT: This class will be taught at the Aptos Grange. Masks will be OPTIONAL. NO ZOOM access.

The tungsten bead head Rubber Legs is a heavily weighted nymph pattern that makes a great point fly for a euro nymphing rig, and can also be used to sink an indicator rig deep into the water column. This fly imitates medium to large species of stoneflies—particularly skwalas, and can be tied in a variety of colors to imitate other species of stoneflies. Rubber Legs Patterns are generally used to target trout but can also be used to target black bass and other freshwater species. This is a particularly useful pattern for fishing the Yuba and Truckee rivers.

Contact Dar to attend the class. mendsandbends@gmail.com

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to URL to see the current information.

Date	More Info	Excerpt
Aug 10	Fluke Fly - Aug Fly tying	Greg Foy, Instructor – Fluke Fly is a jig to target Black Bass and Sunfish
Sep 14	Foam Run Caddis	A simple great drive fly pattern for this month.
Oct 12	Cicada	Fly for bass, trout and carp!
Nov 09	Blow Torch - November Fly Tying Class	A must have steelhead fly.

Posted on June 27th, 2022

Posted on April 21, 2022April 21, 2022 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

Fly tying – June 2022

Jun 08 6:30 PM : Dali Lama

IMPORTANT: This class will be taught at the Aptos Grange. Masks will be OPTIONAL for this session. NO ZOOM access.

The Dali Lama is our go to fly on the Tsiu for silver salmon. It would work for steelhead or large trout. We will be tying 2 sizes one for salmon and a size 2 fo streamer fishing for trout. The salmon one uses a cut off hook in front with a stinger hook in back.

Contact John Steele to let him know that you will be attending: owlspad@icloud.com

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to URL to see the current information.

Monthly Speaker	Date	Excerpt
Jul 13	Pat’s Tungston Bead Head Rubber Legs - JULY Fly tying	Dar Naghshineh, Instructor – Pat’s Tungston Bead Head Rubber Legs is primarily for trout, but also black bass.
Aug 10	Fluke Fly - Aug Fly tying	Greg Foy, Instructor – Fluke Fly is a jig to target Black Bass and Sunfish
Sep 14	Foam Run Caddis	A simple great drive fly pattern for this month.
Oct 12	Cicada	Fly for bass, trout and carp!

Posted on April 21st, 2022