Monday, October 21, 2024
5:30pm - casting practice
6:30pm - tying session starts
Rapides Westside Library, 5416 Provine, Alexandria
Also livestreamed on Zoom and YouTube
** Because of Columbus Day, our tying session has been moved to the 3rd Monday **
This month Jim Johnson will lead us in tying the Kreelex Minnow. Chuck Kraft developed this all-flash pattern for trout, but it has proven to take almost any gamefish out there. In fact, the Kreelex is one of the most effective and versatile light streamer patterns Bill and Jim have used over the past year. They've caught bass, crappie, gar, freshwater drum, and all manner of panfish on the pattern.
We will tie the pattern in silver/pearl and gold, so 140 denier thread in white will be best. The version we will tie is on a #6 hook, and will be similar to the fly in the attached photo.
As always, all materials other than thread will be provided, and we will have several sets of tools for any who do not have their own. And if you have never tied, we can pair you with someone who can help.
For remote members near and far, you can participate using the Zoom meeting number and password sent by email. All others can watch via our YouTube livestream; search for "Kisatchie Fly Fishers" on YT.
October is the last month for casting prior to meetings due to the end of Daylight Savings Time. We'll start back of the library around 5:30pm. So get your casting coaching in while you can!
