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Classic Fly Tying
Dedicated to tying Classic Trout Flies
Fly Tying Awards
Click on the “Fly Tying Awards” button below to see a log of the awards I have won.
Classic Trout Flies
Trout flies are generally divided into two main categories: dry flies and wet flies. The wet flies category also contains a subcategory called nymphs. To learn a little more about each category, click on one of the following buttons. I tend to focus on the classic patterns from days gone by but also throw in a few modern patterns as well.
Browse Framed Fly Gallery
To highlight my classic flies, I make them available in framed fly collections. Depending on the frame size, there are either 8 or 18 flies in a collection. You can see a gallery of my collections by clicking on the “Framed Fly Gallery” button below.
If you would like a completely different fly collection, or perhaps a combination of flies from multiple collections mounted in one frame, then “Custom Fly Tying” is the place for you.
Explore Fly Tying
Fly tying is an art that’s been around for hundreds of years. It requires a little skill and some patience to become proficient but it’s not for everyone. I have developed this website to share my knowledge of fly patterns so you can see if it might be for you.
Click on the Fly Dressing button for an amazing description of how to tie a dry fly as written well over 100 years ago by the English pioneer Frederic M.Halford. You can also learn more about the materials I use for tying flies by clicking on the Fly Tying Cards button.
Click here to go to my online store. There you can purchase Framed Flies as well as a few fly tying materials and a few clothing items.
Latest Blog Posts
- 2026 NWTF Convention & Sport Show
If you’re into wild turkey hunting then this is something you won’t want to miss. The NWTF Convention & Sport Show is sponsored by the National Wild Turkey Federation and will be… Read more: 2026 NWTF Convention & Sport Show - Let’s Get Ready To Rumble!!!
I came across a variation of a fly I’ve had good success with and I can’t wait to try it. The one I’ve fished before is called the Rumble Bug. It’s a… Read more: Let’s Get Ready To Rumble!!! - 2025 White River FF Expo – Award Winners
A great time was had by all last weekend at the WRFF Expo! It was really nice to catch up will old acquaintances from Missouri and the surrounding states. The much-anticipated part… Read more: 2025 White River FF Expo – Award Winners - 2025 White River Fly Fishers Expo
The White River Fly Fishers Expo is a fly tying event held in Branson, MO. This year the Expo will be held on October 10-11. The event will be held again at… Read more: 2025 White River Fly Fishers Expo - 2025 White River FF Expo – Fly Tying Contest
The author prepares for the 2025 White River Fly Fishers Expo contest in Branson, MO, by tying entries in various categories. They enjoy the challenge of finding new patterns and have submitted a diverse lineup, including classic nymphs, dry flies, streamers, and a saltwater pattern, with entries due by August 15th.
