Winter Fly tying Schools

We now have first dates set for Winter Fly Tying Schools.

If you've been thinking of taking up fly tying, or someone you know wants to start, these are for you.

Gift certificates for the Fly Tying Schools 

are available as a great gift. 

 

Each School comprises five lessons, from 7:00 - 9:00 pm on five consecutive Tuesday nights, for a total instruction of 10-12 hours. All lessons will take place in the shop, with a maximum enrollment in each school of seven students, so there is lots of chance for individual attention.

The tuition is $140 (plus GST) and each student will be responsible for supplying their own tools and materials during the course. All tools and materials are available at Country Pleasures. Enrollment is taken on a first-come first-served basis and a complete list of necessary tools and materials will be supplied to registrants at the time of registration.

During the School students will learn to tie nymphs, streamers and dry flies, including local favourites and new patterns such as the San Juan Worm, Bead Head Nymphs, C.D.C Caddis, Stimulators, and Clouser Minnows. All flies are chosen for their effectiveness in local waters as well as the techniques required for their tying. Join us for your introduction to this fascinating hobby. The Introductory Fly tying schools are instructed by Adam Rich, one of the more experienced and talented tiers in the area. Adam is also a patient and capable teacher.

Fly patterns covered include:
*Dry flies, nymphs, and streamers relevant to Alberta and Southeastern British Columbia

Tuition Cost

Tuition for the School is $140 (plus GST), payable at the time of registration.

Winter session 2017: Begins January 10, 2017.

Special Note: Each student will be responsible for supplying their own tools and materials during the course. All tools and materials are available at Country Pleasures. Enrollment is taken on a first-come first-served basis and a complete list of necessary tools and materials will be delivered to registrants at the time of registration.

Another CP Special Event

Steelhead Patterns; Tubes, Trailers and Traditionals

With April Vokey of Fly Gal Ventures

Steelhead patterns, techniques and materials for tube flies, straight shanks, and standard hooks.

One of the fabulous things about fishing for B.C.'s wild steelhead are the animated and lively flies that seem to attract these feisty fish so regularly.

Join April Vokey of Fly Gal Ventures as she shares some of her favourite B.C. steelhead patterns, techniques and materials. You will learn how to use tube flies, straight shanks and standard hooks.

Students are required to bring their own tools, however, all materials will be provided.

Gather around our comfortable tying table and observe, evaluate and conquer every tying step as April walks each student through the process.

Each step is explained slowly and thoroughly, providing additional bits of information and alternative techniques along the way.

Learn how you can apply your own creativity to tie unique and effective steelhead streamers that are certain to enhance your productivity on the water.

This course is a participation based course and there are only 12 spots available…

Book now to hold your space!

Date: Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Time: 6:00PM, duration of 3-4 hours

Cost: $75 (includes cost of materials)

Contact 403-271-1016 and reserve your space today!

Special Event!

Ladies Learn to Fly-Tie Workshop

With April Vokey of Fly Gal Ventures

Join April Vokey of Fly Gal Ventures for a fun-filled evening of ladies only fly-tying as she helps to demystify general questions that intrigue many beginner fly-tyers.

Students are encouraged to bring their own tools, however, materials are provided and the use of necessary tools/equipment may be arranged with advance notice to the shop.

Gather around our comfortable tying table and observe, evaluate and conquer every tying step as April walks each student through the process. We’re aware that beginners learn at different rates and patient ‘one-on-one’ time ensures that no one gets “lost” at the table.

Each step is explained slowly and thoroughly, providing additional bits of information and alternative techniques along the way. Enjoy learning the steps of basic fly-tying on your first fly of the evening and then venture into your own creations as you proceed to complete a second. Each wrap will put you one step closer to stocking your fly box!

This course is a participation based course and there are only 12 spots available…

Book now to hold your space!

Contact (403)-271-1016 and reserve your space today!

Date: Monday, January 28, 2013

Time: 6PM, duration of 3-4 hours

Cost: $75 (includes cost of materials)

Saturday Morning Seminars-Little Bugs and Emergers

Saturday Morning Seminar

Saturday, January 14, 2012  10 AM

Country Pleasures Flyfishing

Little Bugs and Emergers

**SPECIAL EVENT-APRIL VOKEY INTRUDER TYING SCHOOL**

STEELHEAD INTRUDERS

with April Vokey

Monday, January 30, 2012

**SPECIAL EVENT-APRIL VOKEY LEARN TO FLY TIE

BEGINNER LEARN TO FLY TIE

with April Vokey

January 31, 2012 - 6 PM

Country Pleasures Flyfishing - Willow Park Village

Cost: $75  Pre-registration required.

Join April Vokey of Fly Gal Ventures for a fun-filled evening of fly-tying as she helps to demystify general questions that intrigue many beginner fly-tyers.

Students are encouraged to bring their own tools, however, materials are provided and the use of necessary tools/equipment may be arranged with advance notice to the shop.

Gather around our comfortable tying table and observe, evaluate and conquer every tying step as April walks each student through the process. We’re aware that beginners learn at different rates and patient ‘one-on-one’ time ensures that no one gets “lost” at the table.

Each step is explained slowly and thoroughly, providing additional bits of information and alternative techniques along the way.

Enjoy learning the steps of basic fly-tying on your first fly of the evening and then venture into your own creations as you proceed to complete a second. Each wrap will put you one step closer to stocking your fly box!

This course is a participation based course and there are only 8 spots available. Book now to hold your space!

Saturday Morning Seminars-“AM I DOING THIS RIGHT?”

December 3 – “AM I DOING THIS RIGHT?”  JEFF THOMSON ANSWERS QUESTIONS AND DEMONSTRATES PROPER TECHNIQUES AND COMMON MISTAKES IN FLY TYING
Jeff will tie several of his cool patterns (subject to change): Beetle, CDC Ant, Slickwater Caddis, Squirrel Prince, Girdle Bug, Soft Hackle, Foxy Clouser, Slump Buster, Strip Leech, Double Bunny

You can also check out Seminar topics at our web site – www.countrypleasures.com – by following the links to Seminars.

All seminars start at 10:00 am and will end between 11:00 and noon.  There is no charge and no pre-registration required.  Simply drop by the shop and enjoy the seminar. Although we will make every attempt to present the seminars as outlined above, topics are subject to change without notice.  If you have a topic you would wish covered in a seminar, please advise the staff.

Saturday Morning Seminars

This Saturday, January 22, we have Jeff Thomson coming in to do a seminar on production tying techniques.

Lots of helpful hints to speed up your tying and make you more efficient at the bench.


All seminars start at 10:00 am and will end between 11:00 and noon. There is no charge and no pre-registration required. Simply drop by the shop and enjoy the seminar.

Wanna Learn Fly Tying?

Our first winter fly tying school dates are now set.
If you've been thinking of getting started tying this is the course for you.
Give us a call or drop us an e-mail to find out more.

Country Pleasures Fly Tying Schools

Each School comprises eight lessons, from 7:00 - 9:00 pm on eight consecutive Monday nights, for a total instruction of sixteen hours. All lessons will take place in the shop, with a maximum enrollment in each school of seven students, so there is lots of chance for individual attention.

The tuition is $140 (plus GST) and each student will be responsible for supplying their own tools and materials during the course. All tools and materials are available at Country Pleasures. Enrollment is taken on a first-come first-served basis and a complete list of necessary tools and materials will be delivered to registrants at the time of registration.

During the School students will learn to tie nymphs, streamers and dry flies, including local favourites and new patterns such as the San Juan Worm, Bead Head Nymphs, C.D.C Caddis, Stimulators, and Clouser Minnows. All flies are chosen for their effectiveness in local waters as well as the techniques required for their tying. Join us for your introduction to this fascinating hobby.

Winter Fly Tying School begins Moinday, January 17, 2011

General Practitioner Intruder Video

Tying the GP Intruder from Mike Gifford on Vimeo.

Fly Fishing Schools

2010 marks the 29th year of CP Fly Fishing Schools.

Introductory, Intermediate, Private, Fly Tying, etc means we
offer a school that's right for you!

Our instuctors are the most experienced and competent you'll find anywhere!

Need to take your fishing to the next level?
Have a family member or friend you've always wanted to get started in fly fishing?
Got a couple little things to fix in your cast?


Check us out at http://www.countrypleasures.com/fly_fishing_schools.htm
give us a call, or stop in to the shop for more information.

Saturday Morning Seminars

Saturday, March 13, 2010 10 AM at Country Pleasures

FAVORITE FLIES WITH SCENIC RICK

Rick Harding has fished and guided around Southern Alberta and B.C. for the better part of 3 decades.
Come and see his favorite patterns for Brown, Rainbow, and Cutthroat Trout.

All attendees will be entered in a draw to win a dry fly supply package (floatant, shake, etc.)

EXTENDED FOR 2010!!!, AT EACH SEMINAR WE WILL BE DRAWING FOR FREE PRIZES. ONLY THOSE ATTENDING THE SEMINAR WILL QUALIFY. FLY LINES, GEAR, FLY TYING SUPPLIES, ETC. WILL BE GIVEN AWAY AT EACH SEMINAR. IN ADDITION, EVERY TIME YOU ATTEND A SEMINAR, YOUR NAME WILL GO INTO A DRAW FOR AN ORVIS HELIOS FLY ROD TO BE HELD ON APRIL 10, 2010. THE MORE SEMINARS YOU ATTEND, THE BETTER YOUR CHANCES.

Flies From the Bull Trout Seminar

Some of the flies Brent tied in the Seminar on Bull Trout Flies....

Saturday Morning Seminars

February 20, 10 AM Country Pleasures

BULL TROUT FLIES

We decided to re-do this seminar. We had one back in December but a lot of people were stuck in a blizzard. Brent Piche will show his some of his beastly flies for Bull Trout. A popular seminar last year with some pretty cool tying techniques.

All attendees will be entered in a draw for the flies tied at the seminar.

A Fly Swimming

Here's a video of a fly Brent tied.

Be sure to stop by for our seminars that start in November, or learn to tie this fly yourself by signing up to our fly tying schools, which start October 22nd.

check out the website for more information on both seminars and tying schools.
http://www.countrypleasures.com/

A fly we like from Country Pleasures Fly Fishing on Vimeo.

Whats new?!

Saturday Seminars
Country Pleasures is pleased to announce the line-up for Saturday Seminars for the Fall, Winter, and Spring of 2009 and 2010. Each Saturday at 10:00 a.m. we host a free seminar on a fly fishing topic. Come and participate.
EXTENDED FOR 2010!!!, AT EACH SEMINAR WE WILL BE DRAWING FOR FREE PRIZES. ONLY THOSE ATTENDING THE SEMINAR WILL QUALIFY. FLY LINES, GEAR, FLY TYING SUPPLIES, ETC. WILL BE GIVEN AWAY AT EACH SEMINAR. IN ADDITION, EVERY TIME YOU ATTEND A SEMINAR, YOUR NAME WILL GO INTO A DRAW FOR A ORVIS HELIOS FLY ROD TO BE HELD ON APRIL 10, 2010. THE MORE SEMINARS YOU ATTEND, THE BETTER YOUR CHANCES.
Seminars now scheduled and can be found online at: http://www.countrypleasures.com/fly_fishing_seminars.htm

Fly Tying School
During the School students will learn to tie nymphs, streamers and dry flies, including local favourites and new patterns such as the San Juan Worm, Bead Head Nymphs, C.D.C Caddis, Stimulators, and Clouser Minnows. All flies are chosen for their effectiveness in local waters as well as the techniques required for their tying. Join us for your introduction to this fascinating hobby.
Fly patterns covered include
» nymphs
» streamers
» dry flies
» popular patterns
Tuition for the School is $140 (plus GST), payable at the time of registration.
2009 Enrollment dates: Thursday, October 22, 2009 - enroll now to ensure your spot.

More information at: http://www.countrypleasures.com/fly_tying_schools.htm

Saltwater Fly Tying School
Country Pleasures is pleased to offer a fly tying school focusing solely on saltwater patterns and the techniques and materials to tie them. This course is designed for intermediate to expert tiers. During the School students will learn to flies for Bonefish, Tarpon, Permit, Trevally, Barracuda, as well as Shark. All flies are chosen for their effectiveness during past trips as well as the techniques required for their tying. Students will receive instruction on several different techniques including tying with epoxies, synthetics, flashes, etc.
Fly patterns covered include
» bonefish flies
» tarpon flies
» permit flies
» trevally flies
» baracuda flies
» shark flies
Tuition for the School is $150 (plus GST), payable at the time of registration.
2010 Enrollment dates: Tuesday, February 10, 2010

More information available at: http://www.countrypleasures.com/salt_water_fly_tying_schools.htm