Have
you always wanted to learn to tie your own flies but were not
sure how to get started? Maybe you've been tying for a while and
could use some help to get your tying skills to the next level?
Maybe you are an accomplished fly tyer but would be interested
in learning some cool new patterns or learn how to get more out
of your materials and your tying time?
The staff at TCO Fly Shop can answer all these issues and more
by providing expert instruction for people of all skill levels
from beginner to advanced and fly patterns for everything from
trout to tarpon. Our fly tying instructor team is comprised of
experienced individuals that will teach you how to master the
basic techniques to get you catching fish on your own flies. They
will also focus on tips to improve your speed and efficiency at
the vise, while learning new fly patterns and materials.
At TCO we schedule classes throughout the year for a variety
of interests in small group settings. All materials are provided
and you are encouraged to bring your own tools or use ours.
Special Education Bonus: Book six classes and
save 20% on the entry fee.
As another bonus all class participants will receive a 10% discount
on their fly tying purchases on the day of the class!
Below are all the Fall/Winter Classes for our stores.
If you are interested in Private Lessons or a Private Group
Lesson, please contact the appropriate store.
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TCO
Carlisle - 419 East High St. Carlisle, PA 17013
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Hours:
Tues-Friday:
10-7 | Sat: 10-6 | Sun: 10-3 | Mon: Closed
Contact: Corey James 717.245.2646 | corey@tcoflyfishing.com
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Fly
Tying 101 – April 26, 2008
In this class we will teach the basic techniques needed to tie
flies that are simple to tie and catch fish. Each session will
run from 12:00 to 4:00PM and will include a copy of “The
Benchside Introduction to Fly Tying” by Leeson and Schollmeyer
( a $45.00 value). Students will also receive a 10% discount on
all fly tying purchases the day of the classes. Tuition for the
class is $150.00 per person and will be limited to 5 students.
All tools and materials will be furnished.
Cost: $150
Time: Noon - 4pm
Sign Up: Email |
Call the shop – 717.245.2646
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Techniques
for Tying Para Dry Flies with Tom Baltz- May 13th, 2008
Have you ever fished a midge hatch and been frustrated you can’t
follow your fly on the water? Local fly tyer/guide Tom Baltz will
be instructing a class on high-vis patterns you tie on 20’s
and smaller. Techniques for Tom’s Para-Midge and ICSI patterns
will be covered. Cost: $50
Time: 4pm - 7pm
Sign Up: Email |
Call the shop – 717.245.2646
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Techniques
for Bill Skilton’s Hellgrammite and Terrestrials- May 25th,
2008
Local fly tyer Bill Skilton will be instructing a class on how
to tie some of his patterns; Including his Hellgrammite, Beetle,
and Ant. Class will cover how to use his materials to tie some
the best looking terrestrials in the business. Cost: $50
Time: 4pm - 7pm
Sign Up: Email |
Call the shop – 717.245.2646
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Techniques for Tying Soft Hackle Wet’s with Tom
Baltz- May 27th, 2008
Local fly tyer/guide Tom Baltz will be instructing a class on
the oft forgotten soft hackle pattern. These flies are effective
and work in a multitude of different environments. Class will
cover techniques for tying standard partridge flies as well as
soft hackles with more obscure feathers. Cost: $50
Time: 4pm - 7pm
Sign Up: Email |
Call the shop – 717.245.2646
GUIDED
FISHING EXPERIENCE
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Fly
Fishing Tour of the Spring Creeks of Cumberland County- May 10/11th
Get an education of what makes the Cumberland Valley fishing so
desirable. We will fish the Letort Spring Run, Yellow Breeches,
Big Springs, and Green Springs. Price will include a Full-day
guided on Saturday and Half-day guided on Sunday; as well as Saturday
night lodging at www.harmony-hall.com B&B with breakfast for
Sunday morning. Don’t’ miss this opportunity to fish
some of the most famed spring creeks in the U.S. Cost: $495
Time: May 10 Full-day guided and May 11 Half-day guided
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Call the shop – 717.245.2646
TCO
Reading - 2229 Penn Ave. Reading, PA 19609
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Hours:
Tues-Friday:
10-7 | Sat: 10-6 | Sun: 10-3 | Mon: Closed
Contact: Chad Horrigan 610.678.1899 | chad@tcoflyfishing.com
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Tying 101 Part 1 – March 29, 2008
Fly
Tying 101 Part
2 – April 19, 2008
In this class we will teach the basic techniques needed to tie flies
that are simple to tie and catch fish. Each session will run from
12:00 to 4:00PM and will include a copy of “The Benchside
Introduction to Fly Tying” by Leeson and Schollmeyer ( a $45.00
value). Students will also receive a 10% discount on all fly tying
purchases the day of the classes. Tuition for the class is $150.00
per person and will be limited to 5 students. All tools and materials
will be furnished.
Cost:
$150
Time: Noon - 4pm
Sign Up: Email
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Now | Call the shop
- 610.678.1899
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The Caddis Lifecycle - April 12, 2008
Back by popular demand, tying imitations for the caddis
fly lifecycle. In the class you will learn how to tie the Larvae,
Pupae, Adult and Spent Wing Spinner imitation of a Caddis fly. This
insect is the main diet of the trout in the Tulpehocken Creek as
well as most other trout streams in the East. Don't miss this one!
Cost:
$50
Time: Noon - 3pm
Sign Up: Email
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Now | Call the shop
- 610.678.1899
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the Sulphur Hatch - May 3, 2008
Learn fly imitations of one of our favorite fly hatches,
the sulphur. Classes will present flies for imitating all stages
of this important mayfly hatch including nymphs, emergers, duns
and spinners.
Cost:
$50
Time: Noon - 3pm
Sign Up: Email
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Now | Call the shop
- 610.678.1899
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flies for Smallmouth Bass - June 7, 2008
In this class we will teach some of the cool flies
by Harry Murray, Bob Clouser and John Barr for catching smallies
all summer.
Cost:
$50
Time: Noon - 3pm
Sign Up: Email
| Pay
Now | Call the shop
- 610.678.1899
TCO Philadelphia - 895 Penn Street Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
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Hours:
Tues-Friday:
10-7 | Sat: 10-6 | Sun: 10-3 | Mon: Closed
Contact: Steve Spurgeon 610.527.3388
| steve@tcoflyfishing.com
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More Classes coming soon...
TCO State College - 2030 East College Ave, State College, PA 16801
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Hours:
Monday-Friday:
9am-6pm | Saturday: 8am-6pm | Sun: 8am - 4pm
Contact: Paul Weamer 610.527.3388
| paul@tcoflyfishing.com
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More Classes coming soon...
Lodging: If you are traveling to a TCO Fly Shop for any
of the classes above or just to visit the local waters, contact
us, will be happy to help you with Lodging. We have some great B&B's
located near the shop and on the water.
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