Everything you ever wanted to know about fly fishing but were afraid to ask! This class is designed to cover the basics of casting, entomology, reading water, knots and selecting and preparing equipment. Learn how to determine what fly to choose, how to present it like the natural and catch fish on a fly rod. The class consists of three sessions. The first two are held at Creekside where you'll learn about the components of the basic fly fishing outfit and how they work together. The third session is spent in the field casting until your arms fall off, learning about water and bugs and fish and how they all interact.

We assume you have had little or no exposure to fly fishing, and our goal is to provide you with the foundation from which to build a lasting relationship with the sport.

Creekside Angling Company provides all the equipment, including rod, reel, line, waders and wading boots (if necessary).

The cost for the entire series of lessons is $90.00. Classes are generally held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings in the Shop from 7:00-9:00pm, with the third session on the following Saturday morning from 8am to 11am. We ask that you secure your place in the class with payment at the time of sign-up.

Gift Certificates are available.
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Learn to tie basic flies which are applicable to local fishing conditions: the Woolly Bugger, Bead Head Pheasant Tail Nymph, Hare's Ear Nymph, Elk Hair Caddis & Comparadun. We will provide students with a fundamental understanding of how flies are tied, proportioned, the materials and tools needed, and how to use them properly. The class consists of three two-hour sessions at Creekside's Issaquah location, and all the tools and materials will be provided. The class is structured so as to provide the student with all of the basic know-how needed to tie flies from start to finish. Catching fish on flies that you have tied is extremely rewarding and truly adds a new dimension for fly fishing.

The cost is $90.00, and each class session is held at Creekside's Seattle shop from 7:00 - 9:30pm. You may secure your place in the class with payment at the time of sign-up. Gift Certificates are available. Contact Us for more information or to enroll.
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Students need to have vise, tools and basic tying skills.
Our intermediate/advanced fly tying groups go beyond the hare's ear and elk hair caddis into the wonderful and infinite world of fly tying. These classes are usually scheduled in advance with an individual topic for that date. Classes range from tying articulated steelhead/salmon flies with stinger hooks on waddington shanks to tying synthetic baitfish patterns for the puget sound and beyond. Want to learn how to tie with foam? We have a class for that! Turned on to tubes? Give us a call! Popular classes are often added back into the rotation upon request, so if you miss the scheduled date stay tuned for the class to show up again soon. These classes are done in the evenings at the Creekside Issaquah location.

Cost is $60/person. Individual fly tying lessons are also available for experienced students. Please call Charlie at the shop with questions or to schedule a lesson.

5 students max. All Material Provided
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Fly fishing is a great excuse to go to pretty places.
Get started the right way with this comprehensive one day class.
History, tackle, knots, the basic cast, fly selection and more, will be covered in this six-hour session held on a private, stocked lake on Camano Island.
Creekside Angling Company will provide all equipment as necessary.

The cost is $125 per person. 5 Students, max. Payment is required at the time of registration.
Instructed by Dan Lemaich

Directions to Gilbertson's Trophy Fly Fishing Lakes

Please allow approximately 1 hr. 20 min. driving time (from Issaquah, 15 Miles East of Seattle)

From Interstate 5
Go North to Exit 212.
Turn Left (West) on SR 532.
Go through Stanwood, and across bridge to Camano Island (7 miles)
Continue on main road to Monticello.(approx. 10 miles)
You will pass the Terry's Corner Camano Island Info Center on your Right, a Stoplight at Cross Island Road, (Camano Plaza on Left), and Camaloch Golf Course (on Left).
Turn Right on Monticello and go up the hill to Lawson Road (1/2 mile)
Turn Right on Lawson to Gilbertson's driveway (Last Left before "Private Road" divider, soil, gravel sign). (approx ½ mile)

Gilbertson's 360.387.7443

For maximum comfort and enjoyment, we ask that you consider bringing along the following provisions:
Appropriate outerwear for weather- raincoat, fleece
Sunglasses, cap/hat, sunscreen
Lunch and beverage(s)
Camera

If you have additional questions, please contact us, or
call Dan Lemaich @ Creekside 425.392.3800
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From trout to steelhead to bonefish and everything in between. Headed on a bonefishing trip? Can you cast accurately at 70'? Can you double-haul? We've got you covered. Advanced trout fishing techniques such as line control, presentation, reading water, entomology...you name it, we have an expert who can share his years of experience with you.

All the gear you need is provided if you wish. The cost is $100 per person for two hours...and we will cater the format to your needs. Multiple sessions are often helpful, for example- come get some tips, then go home and practice, then come back for more later. We aim to please.

Please call or email Creekside to discuss how we can help you become a better angler and catch more fish.
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In this three-session class we will endeavor to completely build up a fly rod blank to a finished rod you can take fishing. Each step is meticulously covered with detailed explanations of all of the elements that go into constructing a quality rod you can be proud of. Just stop by to choose a blank, then in class you will attach your reel seat, cork grip, winding checks, guides, tip-top, and finish. Class size is limited to please call today if you are interested or would like additional information. The instructor, Marty Clark, has over 40 years of custom rod building and repair under his belt. View a sample of Marty's custom wraps.

The cost is $100 per student. Student must purchase rod blank and components.
Jig/tools are provided.

3 Sessions/3 Saturdays
Class begins at 1pm at Creekside in Issaquah
Call Today to sign up:
425.392.3800
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