Fly patterns and detailed instructions and videos to help you tie them yourself.
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Sheephead flies
The 10th Annual Summer Mini Expo, Saturday, August 14, 2021 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
The Mini Expo has something for every fly fisher…
Beginner, intermediate or expert!
Come enjoy a fun filled day of: Fly Tying Casting Instructions and Demonstrations Travel Presentations Rod Building Area Fishing Information, Drawing for Door Prizes at Terrace United Methodist Church, 1203 Wirt Road, Houston, Texas 77055
TPWD – Fly Fishing for Largemouth Bass with Deer Hair Bass Bugs
TPWD – Online presentation about using deer hair bass bugs to target and catch largemouth bass.
Spring is an amazing time to fly fish using top water flies. Join TPWD certified Angler Edu Fly Fishing Instructor, Ron Mayfield for this informative presentation about using deer hair bass bugs to catch largemouth bass.
Pre-registration is required. All registered participants will receive the Zoom link the day before the event.
Coyote spinner fly used at Harmon Creek
Those of us that used this fly on Harmon Creek know why I plan to make a video on it this week..
CANCELLED for 2021: Annual Dr. Ed Rizzolo Fly Tying Festival
The letter in this post was issued late last year (2020) informing of the cancellation of the 2021 event. It is repeated in this post as a reminder:
Reel Recovery 2021 Fly Drive
Reel Recovery is once again requesting an effort from our TFF fly tiers to solicit flies for their upcoming retreats. As you all know, Covid-19 has put our retreats in “suspense” for this year, at least until further notice. However we continue to hope and plan for retreats later this year. In addition to Covid … Continue reading Reel Recovery 2021 Fly Drive
Match the hatch
This little guy was caught on the shoreline of a local pond. He and his brothers are targets for the predators. Match the hatch!
TFF Youth Member BRADEN SHERWOOD Announced as WINNER of Fly Tying Contest
Fly Tying Contest Winners – Finalist Voting Round Complete 1st place
Simple black drum fly, lmffaflyclub
From Mark Machado “Tonight at 7pm I will be live on Facebook(R) for our first Thursday fly tying. Laguna Madre Fly Fishing Association I will be tying a simple black drum fly. All are welcome to watch and or tie with me.
Tie flies live with Tom Rosenbauer on Facebook!
To ease the pain of being leashed to our homes because of COVID-19, Tom Rosenbauer of Orvis is hosting a live fly tying session every M, W, F at 3PM Eastern, streamed live via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/2905148839599015/ Didn’t join yesterday for first session, which seemed to have technical difficulties. Hopefully works tomorrow (Wed).
Gurgler style frog, 2020-03-25
Micheal S. gave me a larger version of this frog, and the bass completely destroyed it.
I tinkered with the pattern until I could get the tying down to less than 5 minutes, and here is the result:
Hook: Size 6 Mustad 3366A
Thread: 240 denier thread to match under-body
Over-body: 3mm closed cell foam cut to 1/2″ wide
Legs: Flat rubber legs, 4 strand wide, and 1 strand
Under-body: Chenille, yarn, etc.
Eyes: 4mm dolls eyes
Glue: Craft glue or CA
Markers for finishing touches.
Doing a little more tying, 2020-03-23
Distancing myself from the public in the hobby room, tying flies in anticipation of good weather coming.
I needed to replace the frogs that Mike S. gave me a few months ago.
Then again Scott F. convinced me to try tying some DB poppers.
Kevin Hutchison shares popper head assembly and painting, videos
The object of this series is to show some ideas, and cost savings, when making popper heads. None of the products mentioned are the absolute “best” to buy, or use, but mentioned to only give you some ideas.
The basic approach to this fly was originally published by Jay “Fishy” Fullum as the “single fold popper” in his book Fishy’s Flies, ISBN 0-8117-2616-9.
Kevin has made some modifications. Most notably is the thickness of the foam, 6mm instead of 4mm. Another noted modification is a slit in the foam for the dogleg of the hook to rest in.
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The Deadhead Minnow, again
The September 2015 Fly of the Month, the Deadhead Minnow, has been added to Fly Patterns page on this website. The Deadhead Minnow by Casey Smartt
Fly Tying Classes for 2020
Here is the run down for up coming year.
Feb 3, 10, 24, March 2, 9, 16.
These are the beginner dates at Bethany Christian church at 7 pm. March 23 & 30 are make up dates.
Cork for fly tying, free
After almost 10 years, I realize that I just don’t make as many cork poppers as I once did.
The Deadhead Minnow, edited
The Deadhead Minnow By Casey Smartt A few years ago, I began experimenting with techniques to create a large cigar-shaped baitfish pattern made from craft fur. The goal was to tie a round-bodied pattern that was neutrally buoyant… something like a fly-version of a Corky lure. I could clearly visualize this fly in my mind, … Continue reading The Deadhead Minnow, edited
Rendezvous November 1-3
I just wanted to personally invite you and your club members and families to attend Rendezvous for a great weekend. Your donation and several other clubs too have allowed us to reduce our weekend fee to just $40. Please send our website: http://flycasting.bravesites.com out so everyone knows about Rendezvous. Everything is detailed on it but … Continue reading Rendezvous November 1-3
Coyote Shrimp
A simple shrimp fly from just a few materials. It casts well, and pushes water like a seaducer.
Recipe:
Gama B10S size 2
Size “A” rod wrapping thread, brown
Shrimp eyes, prepared earlier
Green Krystal flash
Coyote fur
Head cement
The 10th Annual Summer Mini Expo, Saturday, August 24, 2019 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
Come enjoy a fun filled day of: Fly Tying Casting Instructions and Demonstrations Travel Presentations Rod Building Area Fishing Information Casting Games Drawing for Prizes at Terrace United Methodist Church, 1203 Wirt Road, Houston, Texas 77055
The Iron Fly, Tying Skills Contest
The Iron Fly Tying Skills Contest As adopted by the Texas FlyFishers What is The Iron Fly? Based on the premise similar to the cable TV cooking show The Iron Chef, the Iron Fly is similar in nature but, with fly tying instead of food. We start with a common selection of materials for all … Continue reading The Iron Fly, Tying Skills Contest
VIP
VIP: Hook: Gamakatsu B10S size 4 and 6
Thread: 210 denier (6/0 or larger)
Undertail: Flex floss or lumaflex, rosy pink, Or krystal flash, Gold, pearlescent, or copper
Tail: Deer body hair, Olive, natural, brown, olive, black, or yellow
Body: 6mm closed cell foam, Red, black, orange, chartreuse, or yellow
Eyes: 7mm or 8mm dolls eyes, yellow or white
Adhesive: Cyanoacrylate or E6000
Not only is this fly great for red fish but it’s also proved deadly for bass!
Wacky worm, mop fly, instructions
I found that LMB anglers love to use the Wacky Worm, and it seems to work for them. This smaller version hits the water with a light splash and has great action as it is twitched. Recipe
Mop flies
After spending a few minutes working with a pattern for the bass and bluegill, here are the results
Les Lehman talks about dubbing loops and deer hair
Les Lehmann describe his thoughts on dubbing loops and how to learn to work with deer hair. He demonstrates his dubbing technique using zonker strip. Then he talks about how to learn, control, and cut deer hair.
Les ties a “Stupid Crab”
Les describes his thoughts behind tying this simple pattern, as he ties it.
Mustad 3407DT, size 4
140 denier thread, tan
Bead chain eyes
Barred rubber or silicone legs
Coyote body fur
Les describes hook sharpening, and care
Les shows us how he sharpens his hooks before he ties the fly. Some of the better hooks on the market can rust as soon as you sharpen them. So he has this tip/trick that prevents this.
Modified Seaducer
Les ties a modified, but still simple, fly that works well in our Texas Bays.
Mustad 3407DT, size 4
180 denier thread, pink
Craft fur, orangutan orange
Krystal flash, silver
Zonker strip, black-tipped orange
Grizzly and Cree hackle, oversized
2018 PINS trip is almost here
Texas FlyFishing Padre Island National Seashore 2018 Surf Fishing Trip Did some fly tying: Fly tying for PINS 2018
Fly tying for PINS 2018
In preparation for the 2018 PINS trip, I am looking at having a fly tying session in Katy. Texas FlyFishing Padre Island National Seashore 2018 Surf Fishing Trip
The 9th Annual Summer Mini Expo, Saturday, August 25, 2018 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Come enjoy a fun filled day of: Fly Tying Casting Instructions and Demonstrations Travel Presentations Rod Building Area Fishing Information Casting Games Drawing for Prizes at Terrace United Methodist Church, 1203 Wirt Road, Houston, Texas 77055
Fly of the Month – Lefty’s Craft Fur Shrimp – Tied by Chris Sumers
This simple pattern was developed by Lefty Kreh for bonefish but, it is also a productive pattern for most other saltwater coastal species along with largemouth bass and carp. Materials: Hook: Mustad 3407 DT or, similar saltwater hook, size 6 to 2 Thread: Flat Waxed Nylon, or similar, Tan or Brown Tail: Craft Fur, Tan … Continue reading Fly of the Month – Lefty’s Craft Fur Shrimp – Tied by Chris Sumers
Terry and Roxanne Wilson tying and presentation, 2018-03-27
If you missed this great fly tying session and presentation, I’ve attempted to capture some of it: Speakers, Monthly Meeting, March 27, 2018 Terry and Roxanne Wilson; Fly Fishing for Bass and Blue Gill Updated
League City Tying Team, March 25th, 2018, report
Cabela’s is proud to host the League City Tying Team, made up of members from the Texas FlyFishers, Fly Fishers International, and other local anglers. Come join the group at the table and learn about methods, techniques, and tools, as it relates to tying flies to fish our local Texas waters. Talk around the table can get lively, and informative, so feel free to ask questions.
The theme for March 25th is “Topwaters.””
Troy Miller’s Shaddie Clouser, updated
Troy Miller “I have a newer recipe with a different tying method but gives about the same result. Quicker and more durable. The new recipe also has three or four variants that is use in different conditions/applications. I still love that fly, it was one of Clarke’s favorites. I tie them with plastic eyes to fish right under the surface (specks over the green lights) to double heavy lead eyes to fish stripers on a sinking line deep in Texoma. And any depth in between. Tied correctly, they never foul.”
League City Tying Team, March 25th, 2018
Cabela’s is proud to host the League City Tying Team, made up of members from the Texas FlyFishers, Fly Fishers International, and other local anglers. Come join the group at the table and learn about methods, techniques, and tools, as it relates to tying flies to fish our local Texas waters. Talk around the table can get lively, and informative, so feel free to ask questions.
The theme for March 25th is “Topwaters.””
IMPORTANT NOTE about the next Texas FlyFishers’ meeting
Terry and Roxanne Wilson plan to be at the meeting early, at approximately 5:30, to tie some of their original bluegill patterns. So, anyone who has the slightest interest in fly tying will not want to miss this opportunity to visit with, observe and/or participate with these gifted fly tyers.
League City Tying Team, February 25th, 2018, report
Four of us showed up to tie baitfish.
I think the rain kept a lot of customers at home. We only talked to a handful, to include a couple of families.
League City Tying Team, February 25th, 2018
Cabela’s is proud to host the League City Tying Team, made up of members from the Texas FlyFishers, Fly Fishers International, and other local anglers. Come join the group at the table and learn about methods, techniques, and tools, as it relates to tying flies to fish our local Texas waters. Talk around the table can get lively, and informative, so feel free to ask questions.
The theme for February 25th is “Baitfish.””
League City Tying Team, January 28th, 2018, report
3 Tyers entertained about a dozen,or more, people as we sat and tied sheephead flies. Fishing trips, favorite flies, hook styles, and a hundred other topics flew around the table. Lamarr took the pictures for us.
Fly of the Month – “750” Deceiver – By Lefty Kreh
The “750” Deceiver is a pattern originated by Lefty Kreh. It’s tied by Texas FlyFishers’ Chris Sumers.
League City Tying Team, January 28th, 2018
Cabela’s is proud to host the League City Tying Team, made up of members from the Texas FlyFishers, Fly Fishers International, and other local anglers. Come join the group at the table and learn about methods, techniques, and tools, as it relates to tying flies to fish our local Texas waters. Talk around the table can get lively, and informative, so feel free to ask questions.
Dr Ed Rizzolo Fly Tying Festival 2018
Texas FlyFishers present the 26th Annual Dr. Ed Rizzolo Fly Tying Festival Featured fly tier, noted guide and author, Rich Strolis – Rich Strolis Bio When: Saturday, February 10, 2018 – 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Where: Bethany Christian Church – 3223 Westheimer Road, Houston, TX http://www.texasflyfishers.org
Flies ready for sheephead, 2018
Sat down and tied a few reverse green weenie’s in preparation of the Prison Permit Invitational 2018
VIP Poppers
I found the recipe, but not the video that I really wanted.
Does somebody know Capt. Sparrow?
Texas Flyfishers of Houston 