134. Winter Fly Tying

As colder weather approaches, we’re getting ready for winter fly tying season. This time, we walk through the system we use to stock fly boxes, organize materials, and tie enough proven patterns to carry us through the year without constantly returning to the vise. We also share details on the upcoming Borough Fly Fishing Meetup 2 in Murfreesboro, including guest tier Andrew Smalling from Fly South, who will be tying fall streamers. Winter tying doesn’t have to mean producing every fly you’ll need for the entire year. The goal is to build a solid supply of the patterns you trust most, stay organized, and spend less time scrambling to tie flies between fishing trips. And if you’re near Murfreesboro, join us for Borough Fly Fishing Meetup 2 at TailGate Brewery on Thursday, October 1 from 7 to 9 p.m. Come hang out, watch Andrew Smalling tie fall streamers, enjoy some pizza courtesy of Music City Trout Unlimited, and spend an evening with the local fly fishing community. Key Highlights: - Preparing for Winter: Plan the patterns and sizes you’ll need most. - Tie 13 at a Time: A baker’s dozen gives you one extra fly. - Buy Quality Materials: Better hooks and materials make a difference. - Stick With Proven Patterns: Stock up first, experiment later. - Keep Extra Thread: A backup spool can save a tying session. - Tie in Batches: Prepping materials makes the process more efficient. - Track Your Progress: Lining flies up shows how your tying improves. - Stay Organized: Sort flies by pattern and size for easy restocking. **Resources:** - Visit southeasternfly.com - Sign up for our newsletter Produced by NOVA