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Introduction
to Fly Fishing
Join the wonderful world of fishing with
a fly rod (more)
Next Dates:
May 5th, 8th, & 10th
May 12th, 15th & 18th
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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 $95.00. Classes are
generally
held on Monday and Thursday evenings in the Shop
from 7:00-9:00pm, with the third session on the
following
Sunday morning from 8am to noon. 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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Introduction
to Fly Tying
Learn to tie your own flies that catch fish!
(more)
Next Dates:
May 19th, 22nd, 23rd all 7-9pm
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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 & Parachute Adams. 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 $80.00, and each class
session is held at Creekside's Issaquah shop from
7:00 - 9:00pm. 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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Intermediate
Fly Tying (more)
Next Dates:
TBA
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Students need to have vise, tools
and basic tying skills.
Marabou, mallard flank, pheasant rump, dubbing loops…
Materials and techniques commonly used in contemporary
steelhead and trout flies. Learn techniques for choosing
and using certain feathers including palmering and
hackling. We will also cover some dubbing, with an
emphasis on dubbing loops and some tricks for using
synthetic dubbings. 5 students max. All Material Provided
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Introduction
to Flyfishing with Dan Lemaich
A 1-full day seminar held on a private, stocked lake
on Camano Island (more)
May 18th
June 1st
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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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Private
Instruction (more)
Available Anytime for any skill
level!
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If
our regularly scheduled classes don't quite fit your
timing, or you need a tune up before a big trip, or
just want some help with one element of your fly fishing
game, then our staff of experienced instructors are
at your service. For 1 or 2 people, Creekside offers
on-the-water, or at-the-tying-bench instruction on a
private basis on your schedule.
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 $80 for two hours for one or
two students...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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Introductory
Spey Casting
Learn to cast & fish with a Two-Handed fly rod (more)
Dates and time to be announced
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Casting flies
with a Spey rod enables the angler not only to
present a fly in places where
a back-cast would be impossible, but also to achieve
fly and line control unattainable with a single-handed
fly rod. Introduction to Spey casting will cover
the
basics of the spey cast and several of its most common
variations. Class will begin with a basic overview
of spey gear including rods, reels and lines and
then
follow up with the classic and modern style spey
casts including the single spey, snap-tee, perry's
poke
and double spey. The class will finish up with a
summary of how to recover from a "cast gone bad" without
hitting the reset button....Participants will come
away with a firm foundation from which to launch
your many years of fishing. Three hours of on-the-water
instruction. All equipment is provided, but feel
free
to bring your own gear.
—Single spey—Snap-T—Perry
Poke—Double Spey—Recovery casts—
Class fee: $90 due at registration. Please call Creekside
to register: 425.392.3800
Location: Snoqualmie River in Fall City, at the mouth
of the Raging river.
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Instructed by Charles St. Pierre.
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Rod
Building- Start to Finish (more)
Three 2-3 hour sessions on three
Sundays:
Next Class: Call the shop, please - TBA
Call if you're interested!!
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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 $60 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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Please call to check
for availability- Classes Fill Quickly- even when we
don't publish upcoming dates.
Private instruction is available. Please call for details.
Creekside Angling
Company
425-392-3800
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