When I was in the shop, I got lots of questions about tools, and bobbins probably the most, since you will very likely need one on every fly you tie.
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Category: Education
Oktoberfisch Fly Fishing Fair
Texas Hill Country Fly Fishers & Oktoberfisch
Everyone save the date for Oktoberfisch 2024 on October 11th and 12th in Kerrville Texas. This event will be held at the Happy State Bank Expo Hall.
Friday, Oct 11
1:00 -5:00
• TRADE SHOW SETUP
SATURDAY Morning, Oct 12
9:00 -4:30
• INFORMATION & REGISTRATION DESK OPENS
• SIGN-UP SHEETS FOR CLASSES (ALL DAY)
• TRADE SHOW OPEN
9:00 -10
• FLY CASTING INSTRUCTION – BEGINNERS
9:00 AM
• HANDS-ON CLASSES -LEARN HOW TO FLY FISH FROM VARIOUS RIVER ACCESS POINTS.
9:30 AM
• LEARN KAYAK TECHNIQUES –
10:00 AM
• CASTING INTO THE WIND from 10-11:00 (continuation classes from 10-1:30 )
• CLASS: FLY TYING INSTRUCTION (10AM-12PM 2 HR SESSION)
• CLASS: LEARN TO FLY FISH (10AM-12PM 2 HR SESSION)
12:00 PM
• FLY CASTING FOR ACCURACY (continuation classes from 10-1:30 )
• CLASS: FLY TYING (12PM-2PM, 2 HR SESSION)
1:30 PM
• FLY CASTING INSTRUCTION – BEGINNERS from 1:30-3
2:00 PM
• CLASS: FLY TYING (2-4, 2 HR SESSION)
3:00 PM
• GENERAL CASTING INSTRUCTION CLASSES
5:30 PM
• DRAWING & LIVE AUCTION @ 5:30 – TEXAS HILL COUNTRY FLY FISHERS RAFFLE
DRAWING & LIVE AUCTION @ 5:30 – FLY FISHERS INTERNATIONAL RAFFLE
6:30 PM Close
Sunday, Oct 13
8:30 AM
• BEGINNERS ADVANCED CASTING
9:00 AM
• HANDS-ON-CLASS: (9AM-11AM) LEARN HOW to FLY FISH from a FLOAT BOAT
• FLY CASTING CLASS WITH QUESTIONS & ANSWERS, various professionals
12:00 PM
• EVENT CLOSED
GRTU Youth camp applications is now open
Exciting News for Young Anglers! 
The Guadalupe River Trout Unlimited Youth Trout Camp is NOW open for applications! 
If you know a young person (ages 12-17) with a passion for the outdoors, conservation, and fishing, this is the perfect opportunity for them to learn from experienced guides, develop fly fishing skills, and gain hands-on conservation knowledge!
Camp Dates: January 17-19, 2025
Location: Guadalupe River
How to Apply: https://forms.gle/hMwAmS83vJ2NbYwF8Limited spots available! Don’t miss this incredible chance for youth to connect with nature, make new friends, and become stewards of our rivers. 
Deadline for applications: October 20, 2024
More information available at https://grtu.org/youth-trout-camp/
Jim Gray’s Llanolope
Jim Gray’s Llanolope
Guadalupe River Trout Unlimited filmed me at the Orvis shop in San Antonio tying some of my favorite patterns. First up is my top producing fly – the Llanolope. I get a lot of requests for this pattern, so it’s great to have a professionally filmed tying video.
How to effectively work sections of trout water and seams video
Learn how to effectively work sections of trout water and seams in the video below that we did in collaboration with Guadalupe River Trout Unlimited!
Exciting News from Guadalupe River Trout Unlimited! 
We’re thrilled to announce that our first educational video on our YouTube channel is now live! 
Join us as we dive into the art of reading and fishing seams in current with none other than Chris Johnson Living Waters Fly Fishing . 
Join us as we dive into the art of reading and fishing seams in current with none other than Chris Johnson Living Waters Fly Fishing . In this insightful video, Chris shares his expert tips and techniques for mastering the currents, helping you to find those elusive fish hiding in the seams. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just getting started, this video is packed with valuable information that will elevate your fishing game. 
Don’t miss out—hit that subscribe button and watch now to start perfecting your fly fishing skills on the Guadalupe and many other trout rivers! 
https://www.youtube.com/@guadaluperivertroutunlimit5680 or use the link in our bio. Next week will be a new episode of “Texas Ties”, so subscribe now so you don’t miss any new content!Filming and production courtesy of Josh Milligan Rustic River Media and editing by Jared Eaton!