Date: 11/20/08
Contact: Chris Vasey
Phone: (775) 688-1622

NDOW SPONSORS PROGRESSIVE FLY TYING CLASS

The Nevada Department of Wildlife is sponsoring a fly tying class during the month of December. The class is a three-day progressive fly tying class. The class will start with a basic fly and progressively work up to a more advanced fly by the third class. If you always wanted to learn how to make your own fly’s or learn how to match the hatch this class will teach you the basics. The class is designed for beginning to Intermediate level fly tiers and is free to all participants. Class is limited to the first 15 persons who sign-up.

WHEN: Tuesday, December 2, Wednesday, December 3, and Thursday, December 4
*The class will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. each night.

WHAT: We suggest timely attendance at all three classes as each class relies on the previous on due to increasing difficulty.

WHERE: In Verdi at the Verdi Community Library and Wildlife Education Center
270 Bridge Street. (Building is adjacent to the Verdi Elementary School grounds)

SIGN-UPS: Pre-registration is required to receive the class outline. For more information call the Department of Wildlife at 688-1559. Signup deadline is March 17

AGES: Minimum 10 years of age.

BRING: Each class is limited to the first 15 persons who sign up. All fly tying equipment will be provided. If you have your own tools and equipment feel free to bring them. Materials will be provided only for the first class.

COST: Free. There is no charge for attendance; however, each student shall furnish materials called for in the outline.

CONTACT: Chris Vasey, (775) 688-1622

The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) protects, restores and manages fish and wildlife, promotes fishing, hunting, and boating safety. NDOW’s wildlife and habitat conservation efforts are primarily funded by sportsmen’s license and conservation fees and a Federal surcharge on hunting and fishing gear. Support wildlife and habitat conservation in Nevada by purchasing a hunting, fishing, or combination license. For more information, visit www.ndow.org.