Tonight was Steelhead Night. It was a very nice change of pace for the 15 tyers who took in Doug Pullen's presentation. Not only did the audience learn to tie three steelhead flies, they also were given an excellent overview of what steelhead flyfishing is all about. Doug put a lot of thought into his presentation. The evening was both educational and many of us had our first experience tying steelhead flies. Thanks Doug.
There are so many items to consider before you go steelheading. Do take the time to take a casting course if you are hitting the bigger rivers with a spey rod. Doug also recommended three books that will help you get started in the right direction:
Steelhead Fly Fishing by Troy Combs
A Passion for Steelhead by Dec Hogan
Spey Casting by Simon Gawesworth
Darren Petersen brought several glass blown pieces tonight to show "the gang." I have included a couple examples of Darren's fine glass art work. If you want any further information, do drop him an e-mail.
Doug Pullen with his 15 foot spey rod
Tonight's Flies
The Purple Star Steelhead Fly
Hook: Standard Salmon or Steelhead hook, size 2
Thread: 6/0 black
Tag: Silver tinsel
Body: Purple dubbing
Rib: Oval silver tinsel
Wing: Black bucktail with a few strands of purple Flashabou
Collar: Black bucktail
This pattern was developed by Doug Pullen. The wing material can be changed to black bear.
The Boss Stealhead Fly
Hook: Standard Salmon or Steelhead hook, size 4
Thread: 6/0 black
Tail: Black bucktail, shank length
Body: Black chenille
Rib: Oval silver tinsel
Collar: Long red or orange hackle tied back slightly
Eyes: Silver bead chain
The Green Butt Skunk Steelhead Fly
Hook: Standard Salmon or Steelhead hook, size 4
Thread: 6/0 black
Tail: Red hackle fibers
Butt: medium fluorescent green chenille
Body: medium black chenille
Rib: Oval silver tinsel
Collar: Black hackle tied as a collar and tied back and down
Wing: White calf tail
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