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TYING COMPETITION
The tying competition is well under way with olive nymphs, BMS flies and Myszka specials tied for the year so far. Our next fly will be the Wooly bugger Mark 2. Judging by the smiles on the guys faces, they are having a great time and learning some new skills. Tying is a bit tough at first and we soon discover that we have 2 left thumbs. I can assure you, that things do get better. Trust me!
The fly tying competition is well under way. Judging by the numbers of members present, things look like they are running well. Its good to see members present supporting this initiative as it is one of the things that will help club members form better friendships. This is aside from the fact that club members are all learning new skills and the more able, sharing their expertise.
Whilst the competition is non profit, it is hoped that it will be able to run its course without having to dip into club funds. It was budgeted to break even with 10 tiers. However, with 18 paid up members for May, things are looking great. We may even be able to buy a good hackle or two. Financial support with the weekly raffle has also been great. I guess the bonus is learning how to mount and frame your eight flies at the end of the competition and also the extra flies tied during the month. In May we also tied pheasant tail nymphs and hare and copper flies. Members who tied on all 4 nights would have tied at least 8 flies. Not bad value for $5
The flies chosen on a month by month basis will hopefully match the hatch. With big trout chasing smelt at the moment, I am sure that the BMS flies will come in handy in June.
Our 8 flies are
Olive Flash back Nymph
Olive BMS flies.
Myszka Special
Wooly buggers, mark 11’s
Olive Damsel nymph
Tom Jones
Royal Wulf
Parachute Adams
We have an influx of new members, tying away. Here are their new flies under construction.
Pictured on the right is Leon Simpson. He is the first person in the club to have been banned from entering raffles!