Nov 11 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
Here’s a fly that you can use to go for those steelhead this season but also can be used for trout and largemouth bass. It’s a pretty easy fly to tie. You beginners will get plenty of instruction to get started. There will be the equipment you need. For you more experienced tires, you may have never tried a fly quite like this and will find it interesting. As always, the class is free and all materials are provided. Bring pale yellow 6/0 thread. Gray or tan could be used instead. Sign ups are important so that there is enough material for all who attend. You can do that at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515. Please don’t text. Thanks, Elaine.
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
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Posted on August 27th, 2026
Date: September 9 2026
Time: 6:30PM
Place: Aptos Grange
Posted onSeptember Fly Tying Class: Multicolored Red Eyed Clouser
Sep 09 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
Our class will feature a fly designed to catch stripers either in the O’Neill Forbay , Surf, delta, or other places that stripers are found. Club has a fishout scheduled for the middle of October. Be sure to bring a few of these flies. As always bring your vise, tools, table lamp, white flat waxed nylon thread. There is extra thread if needed. Beginners are always welcome and all materials and equipment are available to borrow. If you’ve never tied before, please come at 6:15. Sign ups are important so that enough material is available for all who attend. Sign up at the club meeting or call 831-234-6515. If you have signed up and find you cannot attend please let me know. Also sign ups need to happen at least 24 hours in advance. Thanks, Elaine
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
Multicolored Red Eyed Clouser
October Fly Tying Class: Glow Bug
November Fly Tying Class: Zonker
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Posted on July 31st, 2026
Date: August 12 2026
Time: 6:30PM
Place: Aptos Grange
Posted onAugust Fly Tying Class: Stillwater Nymph
Aug 12 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
As the name implies, this fly is fished subsurface for trout, and is an emerging caddis pattern. An easy fly to tie and if you are a beginner, you can borrow vice tools and thread from the club. You can use either black or olive 8/0 thread. Have available a dubbing hook or a bobby pin or something similar.
Sign up by calling Elaine at 831-234-6515.
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
Multicolored Red Eyed Clouser
October Fly Tying Class: Glow Bug
Posted on July 31st, 2026
Date: July 8 2026
Time: 6:30PM
Place: Aptos Grange
Posted onJuly Fly Tying Class: The Tan Hair Wing Dun
Jul 08 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
The Tan Hair Wing Dun (often referred to as the Harrop’s Hair Wing Dun) is a highly effective, versatile dry fly used to imitate the emerging or newly hatched “dun” (subimago) stage of mayflies. The tan coloring is particularly useful for matching lighter mayflies, such as Pale Morning Duns (PMDs) or Pale Evening Duns.
Sign-ups are at the monthly meeting first Wednesday of the month as usual – there will be a sign-up sheet.
You can also contact Greg at (831) 239-8780 to sign up
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
The Tan Hair Wing Dun
Multicolored Red Eyed Clouser
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Posted on May 27th, 2026
Date: June 10 2026
Time: 6:30PM
Place: Aptos Grange
Posted onJune Fly Tying Class: The Extraordinary Woolly Bugger
Jun 10 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
“A must for your fly box!!”
Woolly Buggers are one of the most popular stillwater fly patterns!!
They mimic a variety of aquatic lifeforms (leeches, nymphs, baitfish.
Fish them for trout, black bass, and bluegill.
They can be fished with a variety of floating or sinking fly lines.
The fly can also be weighted with lead wire or metal beads to get to fish level.
Sign-ups are at the monthly meeting first Wednesday of the month as usual – there will be a sign-up sheet.
You can also contact Tom/Carolyn at 831-818-3801 to sign up
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
| Date | Fly | Excerpt | |
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 | Jun 10 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | The Extraordinary Woolly Bugger | The extraordinary woolly bugger, a must for your fly box!! |
 | Jul 08 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | The Tan Hair Wing Dun | The Tan Hair Wing Dun (often referred to as the Harrop’s Hair Wing Dun) |
 | Aug 12 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Stillwater Nymph | The stillwater nymph is an emerging caddis pattern used for Trout |
Posted on June 19th, 2026
Date: May 13 2026
Time: 6:30PM
Place: Aptos Grange
Posted onMay Fly Tying Class: Web Wing Caddis
May 13 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
We’re going to be focusing on classes that are easier for beginners this summer. So if you’ve ever thought about trying your hand at fly tying please join in. This pattern is a dry fly imitation for trout. As always all the materials are provided but if you have brown or tan 8/0 thread please bring it. Tools and vice will be provided for beginners. It’s important to sign up so that enough material is available for all who attend. You can do that at the club meeting or by calling 831-234-6515.If you sign up and find you cannot attend, please call to cancel.
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
| Date | Fly | Excerpt | |
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| Jun 10 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | The Extraordinary Woolly Bugger | The extraordinary woolly bugger, a must for your fly box!! |
| Jul 08 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | The Tan Hair Wing Dun | The Tan Hair Wing Dun (often referred to as the Harrop’s Hair Wing Dun) |
| Aug 12 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Stillwater Nymph | The stillwater nymph is an emerging caddis pattern used for Trout |
Posted on April 27th, 2026
Date: April 8 2026
Time: 6:30PM
Place: Aptos Grange
Posted onApril Fly Tying Class: Foam Ant
Apr 08 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
If you are going for trout, having an ant pattern is very advantageous. This one will also be easy to see on the water like many patterns or not. This is relatively easy to tie so you beginners should feel comfortable coming. As always, the class is free and materials provided. If you have 8/0 black thread, please bring it. There will be some to borrow. And for you beginners there will be tools and vices available. It’s important to sign up ahead of time allowing at least 24 hours notice. If you sign up and find you can’t attend please notify me. Sign ups can happen at the club meeting or by calling 831-234-6515.
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
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 | May 13 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Web Wing Caddis | We’re going to be focusing on classes that are easier for beginners this summer. So if you’ve ever thought about trying your hand at fly tying please join in. This pattern is a dry fly imitation for trout. As always all the materials are provided but if you have brown or tan 8/0 thread please bring it. Tools and vice will be provided for beginners. It’s important to sign up so that enough material is available for all who attend. You can do that at the club meeting or by calling 831-234-6515.If you sign up and find you cannot attend, please call to cancel. |
| Jun 10 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | The Extraordinary Woolly Bugger | The extraordinary woolly bugger, a must for your fly box!! |
| Jul 08 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | The Tan Hair Wing Dun | The Tan Hair Wing Dun (often referred to as the Harrop’s Hair Wing Dun) |
Posted on March 21st, 2026
Date: March 14 and March 15
Time: Saturday 10AM-3PM, Sunday Noon-4PM
Place: Elaine's Home
Posted on — Leave a commentMarch Fly Tying Class: Poppers
Mar 14 10:00 AM @ Elaine’s House
Spring is right around the corner and it’s time to start thinking about a fly to entice those largemouth bass. . It’s not too early to sign up for this class that we do annually. There is limited space so being committed to attending is very important. All materials will be provided. Beginners should attend at least one fly tying class prior in order to be able to complete the poppers. In general it takes no particular skill to make these beauties and it’s very artsy crafty. Please call if you have any questions. 831-234-6515.
Posted on January 21st, 2026
Date: February 11 2026
Time: 6:30PM
Place: Aptos Grange
Posted onFebruary Fly Tying Class: Guinea Hen Soft Tackle
Feb 11 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
This fly represents a number of aquatic insects as they are emerging in the stream lake or pond. They are often used as if they are moving in the water. The fly will be simple to tie. Beginners, you are always welcome and equipment is provided for you. As always all the materials are provided and if you have black 8/0 thread please bring it. Sign ups are important so that we have enough material for everybody that attends. Therefore sign up at the club meeting or call me at 831-234-6515 with at least 24 hours notice.
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
| Date | Fly | Excerpt | |
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 | Mar 14 10:00 am - 3:00 pm | Poppers | Spring is right around the corner and it’s time to start thinking about a fly to entice those largemouth bass. . It’s not too early to sign up for this class that we do annually. There is limited space so being committed to attending is very important. All materials will be provided. Beginners should attend at least one fly tying class prior in order to be able to complete the poppers. In general it takes no particular skill to make these beauties and it’s very artsy crafty. Please call if you have any questions. 831-234-6515. |
| Mar 15 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Poppers | Spring is right around the corner and it’s time to start thinking about a fly to entice those largemouth bass. . It’s not too early to sign up for this class that we do annually. There is limited space so being committed to attending is very important. All materials will be provided. Beginners should attend at least one fly tying class prior in order to be able to complete the poppers. In general it takes no particular skill to make these beauties and it’s very artsy crafty. Please call if you have any questions. 831-234-6515. |
 | Apr 08 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Foam Ant | April’s fly tying class will be the Foam Ant |
| May 13 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Web Wing Caddis | We’re going to be focusing on classes that are easier for beginners this summer. So if you’ve ever thought about trying your hand at fly tying please join in. This pattern is a dry fly imitation for trout. As always all the materials are provided but if you have brown or tan 8/0 thread please bring it. Tools and vice will be provided for beginners. It’s important to sign up so that enough material is available for all who attend. You can do that at the club meeting or by calling 831-234-6515.If you sign up and find you cannot attend, please call to cancel. |
Posted on January 21st, 2026
January Fly Tying Class: Pheasant Tail Bonefish/Surf Fly
Jan 14 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
This fly is a favorite of Yvon Choinard (Patagonia) an avid fly fisher in both salt and freshwater. The Pheasant Tail Bonefish fly works well in thin as well as higher saltwater flats, we recommend tying the fly with a variety of weight eyes from beadchain to heavier barbell eyes. This fly is also effective for catching fish in the surf locally.
The techniques we will use to tie are intermediate level, and beginners are welcome to attend and learn the more advanced skills. As usual classes are free and materials are provided. Bring flo orange or white flat waxed nylon or similar material. There are vises and tools for beginners to use.
Please sign up at the club meeting or call/text Larry at 831 325 4589, with at least 24 hours notice which means notify me no later than Tuesday January 13th by noon.
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
| Date | Fly | Excerpt | |
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 | Feb 11 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Guinea Hen Soft Tackle | This fly represents a number of aquatic insects as they are emerging in the stream lake or pond. They are often used as if they are moving in the water. The fly will be simple to tie. Beginners, you are always welcome and equipment is provided for you. As always all the materials are provided and if you have black 8/0 thread please bring it. Sign ups are important so that we have enough material for everybody that attends. Therefore sign up at the club meeting or call me at 831-234-6515 with at least 24 hours notice.
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| Mar 14 10:00 am - 3:00 pm | Poppers | Spring is right around the corner and it’s time to start thinking about a fly to entice those largemouth bass. . It’s not too early to sign up for this class that we do annually. There is limited space so being committed to attending is very important. All materials will be provided. Beginners should attend at least one fly tying class prior in order to be able to complete the poppers. In general it takes no particular skill to make these beauties and it’s very artsy crafty. Please call if you have any questions. 831-234-6515. |
| Mar 15 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Poppers | Spring is right around the corner and it’s time to start thinking about a fly to entice those largemouth bass. . It’s not too early to sign up for this class that we do annually. There is limited space so being committed to attending is very important. All materials will be provided. Beginners should attend at least one fly tying class prior in order to be able to complete the poppers. In general it takes no particular skill to make these beauties and it’s very artsy crafty. Please call if you have any questions. 831-234-6515. |
| Apr 08 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Foam Ant | April’s fly tying class will be the Foam Ant |
Posted on December 13th, 2025
Date: December 10
Time: Doors open at 6:15, class begins at 6:30
Place: Aptos Grange hall
Posted on — Leave a commentFly Tying Class: Blood Leech
This fly is great in Stillwater and can also be used in moving water, particularly swinging. We’ve had a lot of fairly challenging flies lately in our classes, but this one is easy to tie. So you beginners ought to all come. As usual, the classes are free and materials provided. If you have black 6/0 thread please bring it. Their are vises and tools for beginners to use and they are always welcome. Please sign up at the club meeting or call me at 831-234-6515 with at least 24 hours notice.
Posted on November 14th, 2025
November Fly Tying Class: The Kilowatt
Nov 12 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
This is a variation of Cliff Watt’s Kilowatt fly that has produced some really nice steelhead for me on the San Lorenzo. I’ve swung it on a skaget line in the estuary, dead, drifted it on a tight line in the riffles, and through runs under a bobber. It also can be jigged like a spoon through a pool or frog water. As always, the classes are free and materials are provided if you have black 140 denier or 3/0 wax nylon, please bring it. The club will have thread to borrow. For you beginners there will be equipment to use as well. Sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-345-0864.
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
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Posted on October 13th, 2025
October Fly Tying Class: Gurgler
Oct 08 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
So are you looking for a fly to go after those stripers in the O’Neill Forbay? The club fishout being heldthere will be coming up very soon. When the stripers start boiling at the top of the surface, this is a fly you ought to use. As always, the classes, are freeand materials are provided. If you have white,flat waxed nylon, please bring it. We will also be using either 6/0 or 3/0. The club will have thread to borrow. For you beginners there will be equipment to use as well. Sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515.
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
| Date | Fly | Excerpt | |
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 | Oct 08 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Gurgler | So are you looking for a fly to go after those stripers in the O’Neill Forbay? The club fishout being heldthere will be coming up very soon. When the stripers start boiling at the top of the surface, this is a fly you ought to use. As always, the classes, are freeand materials are provided. If you have white,flat waxed nylon, please bring it. We will also be using either 6/0 or 3/0. The club will have thread to borrow. For you beginners there will be equipment to use as well. Sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515. |
 | Nov 12 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | The Kilowatt | This is a variation of Cliff Watt’s Kilowatt fly that has produced some really nice steelhead for me on the San Lorenzo. I’ve swung it on a skaget line in the estuary, dead, drifted it on a tight line in the riffles, and through runs under a bobber. It also can be jigged like a spoon through a pool or frog water. As always, the classes are free and materials are provided if you have black 140 denier or 3/0 wax nylon, please bring it. The club will have thread to borrow. For you beginners there will be equipment to use as well. Sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-345-0864. |
 | Dec 10 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Fly Tying Class: Blood Leech | This fly is great in Stillwater and can also be used in moving water, particularly swinging. We’ve had a lot of fairly challenging flies lately in our classes, but this one is easy to tie. So you beginners ought to all come. As usual, the classes are free and materials provided. If you have black 6/0 thread please bring it. Their are vises and tools for beginners to use and they are always welcome. Please sign up at the club meeting or call me at 831-234-6515 with at least 24 hours notice.
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 | Jan 14 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Pheasant Tail Bonefish/Surf fly | This fly is a favorite of Yvon Choinard (Patagonia) an avid fly fisher in both salt and freshwater. The Pheasant Tail Bonefish fly works well on saltwater flats, and in the surf. |
Posted on September 8th, 2025
August Fly Tying Class: Crackleback Dry Wooly
Aug 13 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
Crackleback Dry Wooly. This fly pattern is a great, generic representation of several insects found at stream or lakes. It can be fished dry or wet. Much like a Griffith’s Gnat but has far more color and material variations to match a variety of hatches. You need these in your fly box. “Expect near instant success!”
Class is free!!
Provided: All materials except thread (some available for beginners ) instructions, helpful assistance, and demonstrations.
Bring: Thread( black, brown or hot red 8/0) vice, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed. (Some are available for beginners).
Sign Up: At the club meeting or instructor at least 24 hours ahead. Phone # 831-818-3801
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
| Date | Fly | Excerpt | |
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 | Aug 13 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Crackleback Dry Wooly | Crackleback Dry Wooly. This fly pattern is a great, generic representation of several insects found at stream or lakes. It can be fished dry or wet. Much like a Griffith’s Gnat but has far more color and material variations to match a variety of hatches. You need these in your fly box. “Expect near instant success!” Class is free!! Provided: All materials except thread (some available for beginners ) instructions, helpful assistance, and demonstrations.
Bring: Thread( black, brown or hot red 8/0) vice, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed. (Some are available for beginners). Sign Up: At the club meeting or instructor at least 24 hours ahead. Phone # 831-818-3801 |
 | Sep 10 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Loberg | We will be tying a streamer fly that is particularly successful at Crowley Lake near Mammoth. Tie up a few for the fishout there at the end of the month. It imitates a bait fish so will work in many stillwaters for bass or trout. Please bring your equipment and red 6/0 thread. If you don’t have 6/0, 8/0 will work as well. There will be a red sharpie pen to color any light colored thread.For you beginners, everything will be provided for you to borrow. As always, the class is free and all materials provided. Sign ups are very important in order to have enough material for all. Please do that at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515 |
| Oct 08 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Gurgler | So are you looking for a fly to go after those stripers in the O’Neill Forbay? The club fishout being heldthere will be coming up very soon. When the stripers start boiling at the top of the surface, this is a fly you ought to use. As always, the classes, are freeand materials are provided. If you have white,flat waxed nylon, please bring it. We will also be using either 6/0 or 3/0. The club will have thread to borrow. For you beginners there will be equipment to use as well. Sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515. |
| Nov 12 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | The Kilowatt | This is a variation of Cliff Watt’s Kilowatt fly that has produced some really nice steelhead for me on the San Lorenzo. I’ve swung it on a skaget line in the estuary, dead, drifted it on a tight line in the riffles, and through runs under a bobber. It also can be jigged like a spoon through a pool or frog water. As always, the classes are free and materials are provided if you have black 140 denier or 3/0 wax nylon, please bring it. The club will have thread to borrow. For you beginners there will be equipment to use as well. Sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-345-0864. |
Posted on July 18th, 2025
July Fly Tying Class: Chubby Stimi
Jul 09 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
This fly is a simplified Stimulator pattern that keys in on the buoyant properties of the fly without some of the more complicated techniques. It’s a great dry/dropper pattern. The CDC and EP fiber wings have a great silhouette and the fly rides high in the water. This is a great caddis pattern (especially October caddis). You can play around with color combinations to match the caddis in your area. This fly is great for a hopper dropper set ups as well.
Class is Free
Provided: All materials except thread (some available for beginners) Instructions, helpful assistance, and demonstrations.
Bring: Thread (brown or olive 8/0 denier) vise, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed (some available for beginners).
Sign Up: At the club meeting or instructor at least 24 hours ahead. Phone # 831-227-9987
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
| Date | Fly | Excerpt | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Jul 09 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Chubby Stimi |
This fly is a simplified Stimulator pattern that keys in on the buoyant properties of the fly without some of the more complicated techniques. It’s a great dry/dropper pattern. The CDC and EP fiber wings have a great silhouette and the fly rides high in the water. This is a great caddis pattern (especially October caddis). You can play around with color combinations to match the caddis in your area. This fly is great for a hopper dropper set ups as well. Class is Free Provided: All materials except thread (some available for beginners) Instructions, helpful assistance, and demonstrations. Bring: Thread (brown or olive 8/0 denier) vise, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed (some available for beginners). Sign Up: At the club meeting or instructor at least 24 hours ahead. Phone # 831-227-9987 |
| Aug 13 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Crackleback Dry Wooly | Crackleback Dry Wooly. This fly pattern is a great, generic representation of several insects found at stream or lakes. It can be fished dry or wet. Much like a Griffith’s Gnat but has far more color and material variations to match a variety of hatches. You need these in your fly box. “Expect near instant success!” Class is free!! Provided: All materials except thread (some available for beginners ) instructions, helpful assistance, and demonstrations.
Bring: Thread( black, brown or hot red 8/0) vice, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed. (Some are available for beginners). Sign Up: At the club meeting or instructor at least 24 hours ahead. Phone # 831-818-3801 |
| Sep 10 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Loberg | We will be tying a streamer fly that is particularly successful at Crowley Lake near Mammoth. Tie up a few for the fishout there at the end of the month. It imitates a bait fish so will work in many stillwaters for bass or trout. Please bring your equipment and red 6/0 thread. If you don’t have 6/0, 8/0 will work as well. There will be a red sharpie pen to color any light colored thread.For you beginners, everything will be provided for you to borrow. As always, the class is free and all materials provided. Sign ups are very important in order to have enough material for all. Please do that at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515 |
| Oct 08 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Gurgler | So are you looking for a fly to go after those stripers in the O’Neill Forbay? The club fishout being heldthere will be coming up very soon. When the stripers start boiling at the top of the surface, this is a fly you ought to use. As always, the classes, are freeand materials are provided. If you have white,flat waxed nylon, please bring it. We will also be using either 6/0 or 3/0. The club will have thread to borrow. For you beginners there will be equipment to use as well. Sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515. |
Posted on June 20th, 2025
September Fly Tying Class: Loberg
Sep 10 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
We will be tying a streamer fly that is particularly successful at Crowley Lake near Mammoth. Tie up a few for the fishout there at the end of the month. It imitates a bait fish so will work in many stillwaters for bass or trout. Please bring your equipment and red 6/0 thread. If you don’t have 6/0, 8/0 will work as well. There will be a red sharpie pen to color any light colored thread.For you beginners, everything will be provided for you to borrow. As always, the class is free and all materials provided. Sign ups are very important in order to have enough material for all. Please do that at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
| Date | Fly | Excerpt | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 08 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Gurgler | So are you looking for a fly to go after those stripers in the O’Neill Forbay? The club fishout being heldthere will be coming up very soon. When the stripers start boiling at the top of the surface, this is a fly you ought to use. As always, the classes, are freeand materials are provided. If you have white,flat waxed nylon, please bring it. We will also be using either 6/0 or 3/0. The club will have thread to borrow. For you beginners there will be equipment to use as well. Sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515. |
| Nov 12 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | The Kilowatt | This is a variation of Cliff Watt’s Kilowatt fly that has produced some really nice steelhead for me on the San Lorenzo. I’ve swung it on a skaget line in the estuary, dead, drifted it on a tight line in the riffles, and through runs under a bobber. It also can be jigged like a spoon through a pool or frog water. As always, the classes are free and materials are provided if you have black 140 denier or 3/0 wax nylon, please bring it. The club will have thread to borrow. For you beginners there will be equipment to use as well. Sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-345-0864. |
| Dec 10 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Fly Tying Class: Blood Leech | This fly is great in Stillwater and can also be used in moving water, particularly swinging. We’ve had a lot of fairly challenging flies lately in our classes, but this one is easy to tie. So you beginners ought to all come. As usual, the classes are free and materials provided. If you have black 6/0 thread please bring it. Their are vises and tools for beginners to use and they are always welcome. Please sign up at the club meeting or call me at 831-234-6515 with at least 24 hours notice.
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Posted on April 24th, 2025
June Fly Tying Class: Royal Trude
Jun 11 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
The fly for the June fly tying class is the Royal Trude. Participants will need black thread.
The Royal Trude is a classic, versatile attractor fly pattern known for its bold appearance and ability to float well in rough water, featuring a calf hair wing, golden pheasant tail, peacock body, and a heavy brown hackle. We use it to imitate caddis and ants, as well as a general attractor. The royal trude is still one of the most versatile attractors in the west.
There will be a sign-up sheet at the monthly club meeting the week prior to this fly tying class (June 4th). Greg will also be present at the May club meeting with the sign up sheet.
If you are unable to sign up at the club meeting, Greg can be reached for sign-ups at (831) 239-8780
The class will start at 6:30pm, doors open at 6:15pm.
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
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|---|---|---|---|
 | Jun 11 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Royal Trude |
The fly for the June fly tying class is the Royal Trude. Participants will need black thread. There will be a sign-up sheet at the monthly club meeting the week prior to this fly tying class (June 4th). Greg will also be present at the May club meeting with the sign up sheet. If you are unable to sign up at the club meeting, Greg can be reached for sign-ups at (831) 239-8780 The class will start at 6:30pm, doors open at 6:15pm. |
| Jul 09 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Chubby Stimi |
This fly is a simplified Stimulator pattern that keys in on the buoyant properties of the fly without some of the more complicated techniques. It’s a great dry/dropper pattern. The CDC and EP fiber wings have a great silhouette and the fly rides high in the water. This is a great caddis pattern (especially October caddis). You can play around with color combinations to match the caddis in your area. This fly is great for a hopper dropper set ups as well. Class is Free Provided: All materials except thread (some available for beginners) Instructions, helpful assistance, and demonstrations. Bring: Thread (brown or olive 8/0 denier) vise, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed (some available for beginners). Sign Up: At the club meeting or instructor at least 24 hours ahead. Phone # 831-227-9987 |
| Aug 13 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Crackleback Dry Wooly | Crackleback Dry Wooly. This fly pattern is a great, generic representation of several insects found at stream or lakes. It can be fished dry or wet. Much like a Griffith’s Gnat but has far more color and material variations to match a variety of hatches. You need these in your fly box. “Expect near instant success!” Class is free!! Provided: All materials except thread (some available for beginners ) instructions, helpful assistance, and demonstrations.
Bring: Thread( black, brown or hot red 8/0) vice, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed. (Some are available for beginners). Sign Up: At the club meeting or instructor at least 24 hours ahead. Phone # 831-818-3801 |
| Sep 10 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Loberg | We will be tying a streamer fly that is particularly successful at Crowley Lake near Mammoth. Tie up a few for the fishout there at the end of the month. It imitates a bait fish so will work in many stillwaters for bass or trout. Please bring your equipment and red 6/0 thread. If you don’t have 6/0, 8/0 will work as well. There will be a red sharpie pen to color any light colored thread.For you beginners, everything will be provided for you to borrow. As always, the class is free and all materials provided. Sign ups are very important in order to have enough material for all. Please do that at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515 |
Posted on April 7th, 2025
Date: None
Time: Not applicable
Place: Not applicable
Posted onNo fly tying class in January 2025
FLY TYING CLASS MESSAGES :
Sorry folks, we won’t be having a class in January because the first is New Year’s Day.Therefore, the club meeting will be held on the second Wednesday of the month.
Here is a big thank you to all of you who helped with the classes this year. Some of you were instructors and others helped beginners foregoing tying your own fly. Club members truely appreciate your help and guidance.
Looking forward: the class in February will be Gino’s Midge Emerger, as usual on the second Wednesday of the month. In March, we will have our annual popper class on the weekend of the 15th and 16th. Limited space so sign up early.
Posted on December 27th, 2024
April Fly Tying Class: Cicada
Apr 09 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
Cicadas are a large insect, are not aquatic, and hatch out in spring throughout the United States. They end up in the water on windy days in particular, but also, they are very poor pilots and are hatching out in the trees around rivers and streams. Trout and bass truly love these bugs. They’re made out of foam so are a high floaters. For those going to the Green River you will want to have a few of these in your box. It may be just a little too early for the cicadas to be out, but the fish have not forgotten about them.
As always, the class is free and materials provided. If you have black six on thread do bring it. We welcome you beginners and have vice and tools and thread for you to borrow. Sign ups are important so that enough material is there for those attending. Please sign up at the next club meeting or call me no later than the day before the class. 831-234-6515.
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
| Date | Fly | Excerpt | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | May 14 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | No Mess Mouse | Mouse patterns are becoming popular for bass and even trout fisherman. This is an easy fly to tie and good size. Please bring brown 6/0 thread. If you don’t have this thread, bring another 6/0 and there will be a Sharpie pen to color your thread. If you are a beginner, which we always welcome, there will be thread, vice, and tools for you to use. Please sign up at the club meeting or call me with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515. As always the class is free and all materials provided. We never seem to have enough table lights, so if you have one, please bring it. |
| Jun 11 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Royal Trude |
The fly for the June fly tying class is the Royal Trude. Participants will need black thread. There will be a sign-up sheet at the monthly club meeting the week prior to this fly tying class (June 4th). Greg will also be present at the May club meeting with the sign up sheet. If you are unable to sign up at the club meeting, Greg can be reached for sign-ups at (831) 239-8780 The class will start at 6:30pm, doors open at 6:15pm. |
| Jul 09 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Chubby Stimi |
This fly is a simplified Stimulator pattern that keys in on the buoyant properties of the fly without some of the more complicated techniques. It’s a great dry/dropper pattern. The CDC and EP fiber wings have a great silhouette and the fly rides high in the water. This is a great caddis pattern (especially October caddis). You can play around with color combinations to match the caddis in your area. This fly is great for a hopper dropper set ups as well. Class is Free Provided: All materials except thread (some available for beginners) Instructions, helpful assistance, and demonstrations. Bring: Thread (brown or olive 8/0 denier) vise, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed (some available for beginners). Sign Up: At the club meeting or instructor at least 24 hours ahead. Phone # 831-227-9987 |
Posted on November 11th, 2024
May Fly Tying Class: No Mess Mouse
May 14 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
Mouse patterns are becoming popular for bass and even trout fisherman. This is an easy fly to tie and good size. Please bring brown 6/0 thread. If you don’t have this thread, bring another 6/0 and there will be a Sharpie pen to color your thread. If you are a beginner, which we always welcome, there will be thread, vice, and tools for you to use. Please sign up at the club meeting or call me with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515. As always the class is free and all materials provided. We never seem to have enough table lights, so if you have one, please bring it.
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
| Date | Fly | Excerpt | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 11 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Royal Trude |
The fly for the June fly tying class is the Royal Trude. Participants will need black thread. There will be a sign-up sheet at the monthly club meeting the week prior to this fly tying class (June 4th). Greg will also be present at the May club meeting with the sign up sheet. If you are unable to sign up at the club meeting, Greg can be reached for sign-ups at (831) 239-8780 The class will start at 6:30pm, doors open at 6:15pm. |
| Jul 09 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Chubby Stimi |
This fly is a simplified Stimulator pattern that keys in on the buoyant properties of the fly without some of the more complicated techniques. It’s a great dry/dropper pattern. The CDC and EP fiber wings have a great silhouette and the fly rides high in the water. This is a great caddis pattern (especially October caddis). You can play around with color combinations to match the caddis in your area. This fly is great for a hopper dropper set ups as well. Class is Free Provided: All materials except thread (some available for beginners) Instructions, helpful assistance, and demonstrations. Bring: Thread (brown or olive 8/0 denier) vise, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed (some available for beginners). Sign Up: At the club meeting or instructor at least 24 hours ahead. Phone # 831-227-9987 |
| Aug 13 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Crackleback Dry Wooly | Crackleback Dry Wooly. This fly pattern is a great, generic representation of several insects found at stream or lakes. It can be fished dry or wet. Much like a Griffith’s Gnat but has far more color and material variations to match a variety of hatches. You need these in your fly box. “Expect near instant success!” Class is free!! Provided: All materials except thread (some available for beginners ) instructions, helpful assistance, and demonstrations.
Bring: Thread( black, brown or hot red 8/0) vice, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed. (Some are available for beginners). Sign Up: At the club meeting or instructor at least 24 hours ahead. Phone # 831-818-3801 |
Posted on November 11th, 2024
March Fly Tying Class: Poppers
Mar 16 10:00 AM @
It’s time to get ready for the bass and bluegill season with some of these top water creations. This is a two day class that is a very artsy crafty and beginners should feel comfortable in attending. All the materials will be provided including the thread. Vises and tools will be available for beginners. There is limited space, so only sign up if you are committed to attend and do so no later than March 11. You can sign up at the club meeting or by calling me at 831-234-6515
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
| Date | Fly | Excerpt | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Apr 09 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Cicada | Cicadas are a large insect, are not aquatic, and hatch out in spring throughout the United States. They end up in the water on windy days in particular, but also, they are very poor pilots and are hatching out in the trees around rivers and streams. Trout and bass truly love these bugs. They’re made out of foam so are a high floaters. For those going to the Green River you will want to have a few of these in your box. It may be just a little too early for the cicadas to be out, but the fish have not forgotten about them. |
| May 14 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | No Mess Mouse | Mouse patterns are becoming popular for bass and even trout fisherman. This is an easy fly to tie and good size. Please bring brown 6/0 thread. If you don’t have this thread, bring another 6/0 and there will be a Sharpie pen to color your thread. If you are a beginner, which we always welcome, there will be thread, vice, and tools for you to use. Please sign up at the club meeting or call me with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515. As always the class is free and all materials provided. We never seem to have enough table lights, so if you have one, please bring it. |
| Jun 11 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Royal Trude |
The fly for the June fly tying class is the Royal Trude. Participants will need black thread. There will be a sign-up sheet at the monthly club meeting the week prior to this fly tying class (June 4th). Greg will also be present at the May club meeting with the sign up sheet. If you are unable to sign up at the club meeting, Greg can be reached for sign-ups at (831) 239-8780 The class will start at 6:30pm, doors open at 6:15pm. |
Posted on November 11th, 2024
Date: February 12, 2025
Time: 6:30pm (doors open at 6:15pm)
Place: Aptos Grange Hall
Posted onFebruary Fly Tying Class: Gino’s Midge Emerger
Feb 12 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
This mayfly emerging fly pattern can be used throughout the United States. For those going to the Green River fishout in April, it is being recommended by a particular guide named Gino who has guided there for many many years. As always, the class is free and materials provided. if you have black 8,0 thread do bring it. For you beginners, there our vices and tools for you to use. You are always welcome to try your hand at flying. Sign ups are important which you can do at the February club meeting or by calling me at 831-234-6515. Please allow at least 24 hours to prepare materials. Elaine
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
| Date | Fly | |
|---|---|---|
 | Mar 15 10:00 am - 3:00 pm | Poppers - Day 1 |
| Mar 16 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Poppers - Day 2 |
| Apr 09 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Cicada |
| May 14 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | No Mess Mouse |
Posted on November 11th, 2024
December Fly Tying Class: BWO Thorax Style
Dec 11 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
This dry fly pattern is an adult mayfly. These insects hatch all over the United States, very readily in the spring and summer. The “BWO” stands for blue wing olive. If you are one of the people going to the green river in April, this fly is an absolute must. We will be tying the fly in a size 16, so bring your glasses, magnification if you have it and a table light. The club has quite a few lights, but usually not enough to go around. As always, the class is free and all materials are provided. If you have black 6/0 thread do bring it. We love to have beginners and have equipment for you to use and plenty of instruction. Also, don’t forget to sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-688-1561 or 831-234-6515. Elaine
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
| Date | Fly | Excerpt | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Feb 12 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Geno’s Midge Emerger | This mayfly emerging fly pattern can be used throughout the United States. For those going to the Green River fishout in April, it is being recommended by a particular guide named Gino who has guided there for many many years. As always, the class is free and materials provided. if you have black 8,0 thread do bring it. For you beginners, there our vices and tools for you to use. You are always welcome to try your hand at flying. Sign ups are important which you can do at the February club meeting or by calling me at 831-234-6515. Please allow at least 24 hours to prepare materials. Elaine |
Posted on November 11th, 2024
November Fly Tying Class: Colorado King Caddis
Nov 13 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
This dry fly pattern for trout can be tied in sizes 8 to 18, so will work in a great variety of places. I particularly like one of the larger sizes for using in the Rocky Mountains. We will use a larger hook for the class. This is not a difficult fly to tie so you beginners should feel comfortable participating. The fly includes peccary, which is seldom used for tying flies. You more experienced tyers should find the technique using this material interesting. As always all the materials are provided and if you have 6/0 black thread, please bring it. We welcome you beginners and have equipment for you to use. Please sign up at the club meeting or call me at 831-234-6515.
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
| Date | Fly | Excerpt | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Dec 11 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | BWO Thorax Style | This dry fly pattern is an adult mayfly. These insects hatch all over the United States, very readily in the spring and summer. The “BWO” stands for blue wing olive. If you are one of the people going to the green river in April, this fly is an absolute must. We will be tying the fly in a size 16, so bring your glasses, magnification if you have it and a table light. The club has quite a few lights, but usually not enough to go around. As always, the class is free and all materials are provided. If you have black 6/0 thread do bring it. We love to have beginners and have equipment for you to use and plenty of instruction. Also, don’t forget to sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-688-1561 or 831-234-6515. Elaine |
Posted on October 17th, 2024
October Fly Tying Class: Adachi Clouser
Oct 09 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
Our club member, Tommy Polito, is having much success in both the surf and forebay catching stripers using this fly.. He is also finding other fish species are attracted to the fly as well. There have been many requests for our club members to have a class for tying clousers, so I’m glad to make that happen. Please, as always, sign up at the next club meeting or call 831-234-6515. The class is always free and materials are provided. If you have flat wax nylon white, do bring it and some will be available to borrow We welcome you beginners and have equipment for you to use. ~Elaine
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
| Date | Fly | Excerpt | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Nov 13 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Colorado King Caddis |
This dry fly pattern for trout can be tied in sizes 8 to 18, so will work in a great variety of places. I particularly like one of the larger sizes for using in the Rocky Mountains. We will use a larger hook for the class. This is not a difficult fly to tie so you beginners should feel comfortable participating. The fly includes peccary, which is seldom used for tying flies. You more experienced tyers should find the technique using this material interesting. As always all the materials are provided and if you have 6/0 black thread, please bring it. We welcome you beginners and have equipment for you to use. Please sign up at the club meeting or call me at 831-234-6515. |
| Dec 11 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | BWO Thorax Style | This dry fly pattern is an adult mayfly. These insects hatch all over the United States, very readily in the spring and summer. The “BWO” stands for blue wing olive. If you are one of the people going to the green river in April, this fly is an absolute must. We will be tying the fly in a size 16, so bring your glasses, magnification if you have it and a table light. The club has quite a few lights, but usually not enough to go around. As always, the class is free and all materials are provided. If you have black 6/0 thread do bring it. We love to have beginners and have equipment for you to use and plenty of instruction. Also, don’t forget to sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-688-1561 or 831-234-6515. Elaine |
Posted on September 18th, 2024
September Fly Tying Class: Punk Perch
Sep 11 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
Our class this month will feature a stillwater pattern for trout. If you’re going to Mammoth, you’ll want to have a few of these with you to fish Crowley. It’s a relatively easy fly to tie, so if you were thinking about learning to tie flies, come on down. We always have equipment available for people to borrow. All materials are provided and if you have black 8/0 and red 6/0 thread do bring them. The red will only be used for the head, so several bobbins will already have the red thread on them to share.
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
| Date | Fly | Excerpt | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Oct 09 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | October Fly Tying Class: Adachi clouser | Our club member, Tommy Polito, is having much success in both the surf and forebay catching stripers using this fly.. He is also finding other fish species are attracted to the fly as well. There have been many requests for our club members to have a class for tying clousers, so I’m glad to make that happen. Please, as always, sign up at the next club meeting or call 831-234-6515. The class is always free and materials are provided. If you have flat wax nylon white, do bring it and some will be available to borrow We welcome you beginners and have equipment for you to use. ~Elaine |
| Nov 13 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Colorado King Caddis |
This dry fly pattern for trout can be tied in sizes 8 to 18, so will work in a great variety of places. I particularly like one of the larger sizes for using in the Rocky Mountains. We will use a larger hook for the class. This is not a difficult fly to tie so you beginners should feel comfortable participating. The fly includes peccary, which is seldom used for tying flies. You more experienced tyers should find the technique using this material interesting. As always all the materials are provided and if you have 6/0 black thread, please bring it. We welcome you beginners and have equipment for you to use. Please sign up at the club meeting or call me at 831-234-6515. |
Posted on August 19th, 2024
August Fly Tying Class: Sierra Bright Dot
Aug 14 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange
Summer and fall are the best times to use this trout fly. It’s best used in small streams where the water is not real turbulent. The Sierras are great for this fly. It also works well in stillwater and quiet parts of rivers.
The class is free and materials provided. If you have 8/0 black thread, please bring it. As always, bring your vice and tools.
For you beginners, there will be what you need to participate and you are always welcome and encouraged to come. Be sure to bring prescription glasses and if you have magnification, bring that as well.
Sign ups are important so that the amount of material will be adequate. You can do that at the club meeting or calling by the day before the class. 831-234-6515 or 831-688-1561.
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.
| Date | Fly | Excerpt | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | September Fly Tying Class: Punk Perch |
Our class this month will feature a stillwater pattern for trout. If you’re going to Mammoth, you’ll want to have a few of these with you to fish Crowley. It’s a relatively easy fly to tie, so if you were thinking about learning to tie flies, come on down. We always have equipment available for people to borrow. All materials are provided and if you have black 8/0 and red 6/0 thread do bring them. The red will only be used for the head, so several bobbins will already have the red thread on them to share. | |
| Oct 09 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | October Fly Tying Class: Adachi clouser | Our club member, Tommy Polito, is having much success in both the surf and forebay catching stripers using this fly.. He is also finding other fish species are attracted to the fly as well. There have been many requests for our club members to have a class for tying clousers, so I’m glad to make that happen. Please, as always, sign up at the next club meeting or call 831-234-6515. The class is always free and materials are provided. If you have flat wax nylon white, do bring it and some will be available to borrow We welcome you beginners and have equipment for you to use. ~Elaine |
Posted on July 16th, 2024
Date: July 10th
Time: Doors Open at 6:15pm
Place: Place: Aptos Grange, 2555 Mar Vista Dr, Aptos 95003
Posted onCDC Jig Style Hairs Ear Nymph
Description of Fly: This is my favorite all around nymph pattern. It is very versatile and has accounted for many large trout around the US. From central Pennsylvania spring creeks, Appalachian mountain streams, Putah Creek and Hamilton Branch in California, to the Beaverhead River in Montana…it just produces fish. It is perfect in smaller sizes for picky spring creek fish and in larger sizes it makes a great point fly for czech style nymphing. The jig head keeps the hook riding up which keeps the hook point sharper and reduces snags. The CDC collar traps bubbles and looks very buggy. This is a great all around pattern for mayflies, smaller stoneflies, and even caddis pupa.
Class is free
Provided: All materials except thread (some will be available for beginners), instructions, demonstration, and helpful assistance.
Bring: Olive, pink, or grey 70 denier or 8/0 thread, vise, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed. (some will be available for beginners) who are always welcome.
Sign Up: Call instructor at least 24 hrs ahead: Jesse Collins: 831-227-9987
Posted on June 14th, 2024
Date: Wednesday, June 12
Time: Doors open 6:15 PM, class begins at 6:30
Place: Aptos Grange Hall
Posted onX-Caddis
This dry fly caddis pattern was featured last month as the fly of the month. If you tied this on your own Great, and if you’d like some further instruction come join the class. This class will feature how to handle deer hair as a wing. Greg Foy will be the instructor and I will be there to assist as my foot is still healing and limits my mobility. As usual, the class is free and all material materials are provided. If you have tan 6/0 or 8/0 thread do bring it. For you beginners tools and vises are available to borrow. Please sign up at the club meeting or call, with at least 24 hours notice, either Greg at 831-239-8780, or Elaine at 831-234-6515
Posted on May 29th, 2024