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Thanks to the hard work from one of our staff, Mark (aka Chi, aka the web guy), we have moved our blog to our own website. The blog is getting updated quite frequently (almost daily) and we six of us blogging so the content will be diverse and constant!

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Upcoming Classes

In addition to plenty of Intro to Fly Fishing Options we have a few different opportunities coming up for those of you looking to expand on your current techniques. Follow the links to sign up on the website or call the shop 253-851-3474.

Fly Fishing 1.2: On the Water Experience (Nisqually) 6/10/2012 3pm-8pm $99

Still a few spots open for this follow up to our Intro to Fly Fishing. Work on your casting,  learns the basics of the different types of fly presentation,  and even how to fight and land fish. Have the opportunity to catch some awesome trout! Last time out, over 50 big trout were landed for 5 people!

Fly Fishing 1.3: Knots & Rigging Class 6/7/2012 6:30-8pm $25

This class will help you expand your knowledge of the finer points of rigging leaders and flies for different situations such as sinktips, nymphing, saltwater leaders for big fish, and more!





Intermediate Casting Techniques: Distance Casting & the Double Haul 6/23/2012 2-4pm $40

Going on a tropical fly fishing adventure or do you want to reach those Puget Sound salmon on the beach that are always just out of range? The fastest way to improve your casting distance and consistency, learn the double haul and other key components of casting for distance.

Tying the Chum Fry for Sea Run Cutthroat

Here is a quick video on tying the Chum Fry, our most productive pattern this time of year in the South Sound for Sea Run Cutthroat as millions of fry emerge from the small creeks in the area.

Upcoming Classes

Introduction to Spey Casting 5/6/2012 1-4pm $85

Spey Casting

Fly Fishing 1.2: On the Water Experience (Nisqually) 5/18/2012 9am-1pm $99

On the Water Experience

Puget Sound Beach Clinic - 1.5 5/16 & 5/19 6:30-9pm & 7-11am $99
One spot left!

Puget Sound Sea-Run Cutthroat

Intermediate Casting Techniques: Distance Casting & the Double Haul 5/12/2012 2-4pm $40
Increase your distance casting...catch more fish on the beach!


All course info and signups can be done HERE

LivingSocial Classes Update

For those of you that bought the deal back in March, remember it expires end of May. We already had six classes in April and everyone had a blast! If you have bought the deal, look at the options for class times below and let us know which class you'd like to sign up for by email sales@gigharborflyshop.com or phone 253-851-3474.


Once you pick your time, if you have to reschedule for any reason there is a $25 fee. No refunds or reschedules on no call/no shows.


May 12 - 8-12pm FULL
May 12 - 10-2pm
May 12 - 1-5pm FULL
May 19 - 8-12pm
May 19 - 10-2pm
May 19 - 1-5pm May 20 - 8-12pm
May 26 - 8-12pm
May 26 - 10-2pm
May 28 - 8-12pm

Fly Fishing 1.2 -On the Water Experience.

We have openings for several dates of our Fly Fishing 1.2  -On the water experience course. This half day class is designed as a follow up to our 1.1 -Intro to Fly Fishing course or for those . Here we will demonstrate basic fishing tactics and work on technique throughout the half day of fishing a private pond and have the opportunity to catch some awesome trout. No gear or fishing license is required! View the upcoming dates and sign up HERE.

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