TYING CLASSES FOR THE WINTER OF 2025/2026 

Want to dial in your fly tying skills? Our fly tying class series will kick off with an intro to fly tying class, and each proceeding session will reinforce techniques previously learned, and introduce brand new skills.  There will be well suited options for both beginner, and seasoned tyers at each session.

We have 4 spots available for each class so everyone gets the attention they need. 

To attend a class please email [email protected] or call the shop with the date of the class you are interested in and whether or not you have your own tying vice and tools. 970-262-6566

Classes will by taught by Alivoras resident artist, and fly tying enthusiast Jacob Lutz.  They will take place at our very own family friendly bar "The Fish Tank" (Drinks will be available for purchase). 

All materials required for classes will be provided.  Vises and tools provided as needed. 

All students will receive 15% OFF any additional tying materials they desire! 

**Payment of $20 is non-refundable**

Session 1: Intro to Tying 

Date: Wednesday Dec 10th   Time: 4:00PM - 6:30PM   Cost: $20

1. Basic skills workshop 

• Tying in material onto a Hook 
• Wrapping/Palmering Material 
• Whip Finish/Half Hitch Knot 
• Learning Basic Fly Tying Materials 
• Hook Selection/Thread Selection/Tying Tool Basics 
• FINAL EXAM: Tie a Wooly Bugger 

Session 2: Tying Nymphs (Subsurface Flies) 

Date: Wednesday January 7th   Time: 4:00PM - 6:30PM   Cost: $20

1. Basic:

• Learn how to tie Zebra Midge or Frenchie 

2. Advanced: Jig/Euro Nymphs

• Working with UV Resin
• Jig Hook and Bead Selection 
• Working with Quill Body 

Session 3: Tying Dry Flies 

Date: Wednesday January 21st   Time: 4:00PM - 6:30PM   Cost: $20

1. Basic: 

• Learn how to tie Elk Hair Caddis

2. Advanced: 

• Tying Hoppers/Creating foam extended Bodies

Session 4: Learn How to Tie Leech Patterns 

Date: Wednesday February 11th  Time: 4:00PM - 6:30PM   Cost: $20

1. Basic: 

• Learn how to tie a Pine Squirrel Leech 

2. Advanced: 

• Learn how to tie a Balanced Leech 

Session 5: Learn How to Tie Streamers 

Date: Wednesday February 25th  Time: 4:00PM - 6:30PM   Cost: $20

1. Basic: 

• Creating streamer heads with dubbing and weighted eyes 

2. Advanced: 

• How to Articulate streamers using wire tippet
• Using dubbing loops
• Creating streamer heads with dubbing and weighted eyes