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Blue Dun Hackle (Leisenring)

Fountains of Youth – Classic trout flies that have withstood the test of time … flies that remain “forever young” by Rusty Dunn   The winds of change are often gentle at first, but they freshen with time. … Read More

Hairwing Caddis

Hairwing Caddis

Fountains of Youth – Classic trout flies that have withstood the test of time … flies that remain “forever young” by Rusty Dunn Ahhhh … April in Paris.  The good life.  Chestnuts in blossom.  A sunny sidewalk café. … Read More

Art Flick’s Grey Fox Variant

Grey Fox Variant

Fountains of Youth – Classic trout flies that have withstood the test of time … flies that remain “forever young” by Rusty Dunn The behaviors of trout can be infuriating at times.  They might refuse your best imitations… Read More

Travel and Tying: Just the kit you need

Fly Tying

By Don Golembiewski I’ve had the very good fortune of being able to follow my love of trout fishing to some world-famous spots including the birthplace of Trout Unlimited, Michigan’s Au Sable River. It’s been a while ago,… Read More

Register now: Fly Tying Courses – 2022

Fly Tying

Note cancellation of Beginner class and switch to virtual instruction for Intermediate.

Sparkle Dun

Sparkle Dun

Fountains of Youth – Classic trout flies that have withstood the test of time … flies that remain “forever young” by Rusty Dunn Have you ever thought about the technology that con­nects you to a running trout?  Your… Read More

Medium Olive Nymph

Medium Olive Nymph

The next time you’re near a trout stream, look closely among the ground cover and leaf litter.  You’ll be astonished by the number and variety of ants.

Madam X

Madam X

The next time you’re near a trout stream, look closely among the ground cover and leaf litter.  You’ll be astonished by the number and variety of ants.

Cinnamon Fur Ant

Cinnamon Fur Ant

The next time you’re near a trout stream, look closely among the ground cover and leaf litter.  You’ll be astonished by the number and variety of ants.

Marabou Muddler

Marabou Muddler

Fountains of Youth – Classic trout flies that have withstood the test of time … flies that remain “forever young” by Rusty Dunn The Pyramids of Giza.  The Colosseum of Rome.  The Taj Mahal of India.  All are… Read More