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Travel Journal – Sea Run Brown Trout – Argentina

April 7, 2018 by adminewa Leave a Comment


Bucket list trip you might be thinking?  Absolutely!  This adventure to the southern tip of the America’s was on everyone’s list as a “must do very soon” and it did not disappoint! 

For those beginning to ponder some fly fishing travel in the near future, we would like to put a few thoughts in front of you.  Travel has exploded over the past 10 years or so in our industry with many claiming to be experts in it.  Our sport has always been associated with the telling of tall “tails” with a bit of embellishment so always keep this in mind. 

One thing we would like to point out is that just because you see and hear about a lodge or location all over the place by everyone in the game, does not mean it is a great location.  Even if it is, it may not be all of the time.  Often you are seeing and hearing about it with such frequency because it is easy and most of us know what is easy is not always best. 


“Best” is another term to be wary of as you shop around for your next location to visit, it is highly subjective so it is imperative you understand who is tossing this term around like a caddis in May and assure their idea of it resembles yours, otherwise disappointment is likely.  Attention to the finer details and the goal of exceeding expectations is paramount, not just hoping you have an OK time…

Secondly, we didn’t get into this industry with the idea of being within close proximity to other anglers all the time.  Sometimes it is unavoidable but often, with a little sniffing around, other options will appear and in our experience, these should be fully investigated.  Typically for us, those who enjoy solitude while pursuing all these great species of fish around the world have a very similar interest to ours and this is extraordinarily important to us when choosing our next destination. 


Off the beaten path, great opportunities, competent guiding, food and culture all resonate with us and with several options at our disposal, we chose Las Buitreras Lodge. 


Choosing which lodge, which river, time of year, food and all the other particulars involved in planning a trip like this make the anticipation all that much more intense as jump time approaches.  We chose Las Buitreras Lodge for several reasons over other big name sea run brown operations so here is a brief look into the reasoning behind ending up here.


First was the exhaustive amount of water at the lodge’s disposal, almost 25 miles of shoreline to fish without fear of seeing another angler.  In the fly fishing world, this is a head turner as we are all growing accustomed to more angling pressure globally on many of our favorite waters.  This will not be an issue here with about 25 miles of privately accessed water which was one of the biggest reasons for choosing this over other sea run brown lodges.

Having known the owners via a small industry, Solid Adventures runs a well oiled machine here with everyone and all facets of the experience working seamlessly together, very impressed from beginning to end with this place.


So on to the meat of the trip, the fishing.  The Rio Gallegos is a low gradient, slow moving river with very a subtle nuance to the runs and where the fish will sit and when.  This is where not just covering water but listen to the guides will make a huge difference, particularly if you are relatively new to reading this type of water.


While a single hand rod would work quite well on certain parts of this river, our entire group is enamored with spey casting so all of us toted down our two handed rods with a variety of PNW type heads the guides didn’t like at all! 


Being a guide for the past 25+ years, I enjoy challenging what the local guides are pushing for not other reason than to see if I can make it work when they say it won’t.  So while most of the team was converted to Scandi heads, I stuck with a Skagit Switch and also a Rage Compact.  As it turned out, both seemed to work just fine as I hooked fish when I fished, between taking photos. 


The wind was considerable nearly every day which if you have ever looked into fly fishing at the bottom of the planet, the word/term “wind” seems to come up often as does the wind itself.  Even at its worst we still managed to cast and find fish, not always in a beautiful fashion but the fish don’t really care, beautiful casts are for photographers mainly!


Fly wise we experienced low water conditions for most of the trip so we found smaller bugs of the Girdle bug variety to be preferred by both guides and fish it appeared.  I fished hard with surface flies hoping entice a brown brute to the surface to no avail, none I fished over were willing to rise to the occasion so I relented and went subsurface…reluctantly!


Black with white legged small girdle bugs were the ticket…or because that was what we were fishing they were what caught fish, it is always a question that rests in the front of my brain when fishing this whole anadromous fish world.  We were using long leaders, 12ft or longer down to 8lb test or so and attaching flies with a loop knot of your choice…or that is what the guides were putting on everyone else but by this time they had all collectively decided to leave me alone, sort of the way I like it actually.


For many, the split day of early AM fly fishing until lunch, with a 3 course meal and then a 3 hour nap before an evening session can be awkward.  I am not going to argue that it’s not but…when met after an early morning of hail and rain with a generous pour of local Malbec and savory finger food I am just saying…give it a chance! 


Essentially you fish from 8am to 1pm and then from 5pm to 10pm, still affording you ample fishing time during the day and if really driven, you are able to walk about a half mile to the river and fish the home pool during the break.  For me, a couple more Malbec’s, find Argentine steak and some Tiramisu followed by a little shut eye put a whole new spin on the evening session.  Possibly a bit more optimistic and less defeated than having battled the weather for 10 straight hours.  Not that I am at turned by doing so but this does make it more digestible if you will!


Now for those accustomed to above average accommodations and cuisine to match a finicky palette you will be in good hands here I assure you.  Lamb, steak and empanada’s every night and all the sublime red wine you could possibly consume with a staff ensuring you didn’t have to lift a finger if you didn’t want to. Pretty sure I left weighing more than when I arrived.  This was not a goal I had set out to achieve on this trip!


Flora and fauna are of considerable interest to me on trips like this as I believe it lends to the culture of the region and helps me appreciate each and every location I travel to.  I was absolutely stunned at the variety of wild animals in the region.  I would say there was one that was more impressive than another but I would be lying.  Wild fox, Rhea, armadillo, Pink Flamingo and Guanaco were everywhere and it was fun to see them in such good numbers throughout the week. 


Each night, sipping wine after the evening session, we could sit on the front porch of the lodge and watch as fox would scurry down the driveway, slinking low to the ground and disappearing into the grass.  Rhea were everywhere but unwilling to pose for selfies as were most of the other local residents.  Happy to see them still with a healthy mistrust of humans.


At the end of a trip, what always makes it seem whole are the little stories and adventures that took place between arrival and departure.  Some are directly associated with fishing but most are not. 


Sequestered at the Estancia Buitreras kept us mostly in check but between chasing sheep and Rhea across potholed hillsides, trying to pull armadillos out of their burrows by the tail, wet wading the evening session because waders were left at the lodge and of course watching great friends catch the fish of their life.  Capturing these moments are what drive us to chase fish around this large round orb we call home. 


A special thanks for our new Swedish friends who we shared this experience with who made the experience that much more special and fun.  Without you guys we would have been in bed earlier, fished harder and left a bit of wine for the next group! 

Would we return to Las Buitrera Lodge — ABSOLUTELY!

A few more images from the trip:

A wild Rhea stands still for just a moment…don’t need any feathers, just a photo, thank you!

Bright afternoon on Beat 4.  High sun must mean lunch time is near!

I will need serious help if these make it into the U.S.  I will drink 3 times the coffee I already do…

John Baughn getting a facial from his first big sea run…THAT is what we came for!

Chef proudly displaying today’s lunch. 

Any fish returning from the ocean to a river presents itself with such majesty in color and strength.

Parting thought…

Many would say, “Sadly every trip must come to an end.”  I beg to differ.  New friends were made along with some fabulous memories which will remain with each of us forever.  The finality of a trip is only so if you have nothing on the horizon to look forward to.  Each adventure provides a new gathering of friends to relive this trip by while generating experiences to share on the one after.  So travel people, it is vivacious and healthy and I promise you will have zero regrets.

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Upcoming Fly Fishing Events – January

January 5, 2018 by adminewa Leave a Comment


Happy New Year everyone!  These next few months are those of spey and steelhead for the like minded individuals who relish cold, wet weather in the pursuit of our state fish, the wild steelhead.  We have some exciting events coming up this winter and we look forward to reconnecting with everyone in the store, at a show or hopefully on the water over the next couple months. 

We also just posted our winter availability for OP steelhead in our newsletter, so sign up for that here or contact us to book one or more of the open dates below, this will change quickly.


February 7th & 8th, 2018 – Fly Fishing Film Tour – 7pm – $15
The annual industry infusion of hype to get you through the winter.  Great films, huge raffle with trips, rods, coolers, sunglasses and other swag for those willing to show up, enjoy a beer and hang out! Final dates for Seattle still being determined.

Februry 10, 2018 – EWA Spey Day — Ben Howard boat launch from 9am-2pm – FREE
Come cast as many different spey rods, lines and heads as you possibly can in a day under the watchful eye of industry reps, EWA Staff and regional casting pros.  

February 17th-18th, 2018 – The Fly Fishing Show in Lynwood – $15
Great opportunity to come cast some of the latest models of rods, see presentations on fisheries around WA, PNW and the world. Dave McCoy will be presenting on Fly Fishing Around Washington.  Visit our booth for some swag on the days of the show.

March 24th, 2018 — Women’s Spey Casting with Mia Sheppard — $225 – 6 Max
Come spend a day on the water with one of the leading women’s spey casters  in the U.S.  Plan to cover casting, water approach and equipment during the day, all questions welcome!  1 spot remaining

March 25th, 2018 — Spey Casting with the Sheppard’s — $225 – 6 Max
The team approach to maybe the most subjective aspect of our sport…spey casting and steelhead fishing on the swing.  Marty and Mia will combine to answer all those difficult questions you have and send you off ready to tackle all things steelhead.

June 2nd, 2018 – EWA Fly Fest @ Me Kwa Mooks Park in West Seattle – FREE
What has become quite an event continues to grow.  Cast every rod available from Winston, Sage, Scott, Loomis, Epic, Echo, Fenwick and Thomas and Thomas.  See the latest in reels from Nautilus, Bauer, Lamson, Sage, Tibor, 3 Tand and more as well as put new lines on your favorite rod.  Instruction, classes, seminars and our 11th Annual Guide Staff Cook Off.

Classes and Schools:

Intro to Spey – $95 — Limited to 3 anglers

TBD and come soon!

Intro to Fly Casting — $20 — Limited to 6 anglers — 9am @ Lincoln Park
Jan. 20th
Mar. 3rd
Mar. 31st

Tying One On Tuesdays — $20 — @ EWA Store — 7-9pm

TBD and coming soon!

Women’s Intro to Fly Casting — $20 — Limited to 6 anglers
Feb. 3rd

Women’s Bug’s n Brew’s Fly Tying — $20 — @ EWA Store — 7-9pm
Jan. 11th
Feb. 1st
Feb. 15th

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Upcoming Events – November

October 30, 2017 by adminewa Leave a Comment

black and white photography, spey casting, swinging flies, steelhead fishing, fly fishing
Upcoming events in November and beyond…

November 9, 2017 — Our Two Hands Movie Premier — Admiral Theater — 7pm – $10 or $15 at door
Our Two Hands is an examination of the underlying cause of this decline, as well as the innovative voices in the angling community and general public fighting for a wild fish future in the Pacific Northwest.  Purchase tickets here:

https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3117927

November 16, 2017 — Writer’s on the Fly – Cascadia Tour — EWA Store — 7PM– $10
What has become one of our most popular events, come see some of the industry’s most heralded authors and poets infuse their words with personality before your eyes.  Greg Fitz, Jon Toby, Amanda Monthei and Ann Bodle-Nash will be reading that evening here at the store, please join us and purchase tickets here:

https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3129972

Februry 10, 2018 – EWA Spey Day — Ben Howard boat launch from 9am-2pm – FREE
Come cast as many different spey rods, lines and heads as you possibly can in a day under the watchful eye of industry reps, EWA Staff and regional casting pros.  

January 13, 2018 — Wild and Scenic Film Festival — Vashon Theater from 12 – 2pm —

January 18th, 2018 – 3rd Annual EWA Fly Film Fest – 7pm – $10
Come see 5 minute or shorter videos from industry professionals and amateurs alike.  Winner by audience vote will play at the West Seattle F3T event in early February.

February 7th & 8th, 2018 – Fly Fishing Film Tour – 7pm – $15
The annual industry infusion of hype to get you through the winter.  Great films, huge raffle with trips, rods, coolers, sunglasses and other swag for those willing to show up, enjoy a beer and hang out! Final dates for Seattle still being determined.

February 17th-18th, 2018 – The Fly Fishing Show in Lynwood – $15
Great opportunity to come cast some of the latest models of rods, see presentations on fisheries around WA, PNW and the world. Dave McCoy will be presenting on Fly Fishing Around Washington.  Visit our booth for some swag on the days of the show.

June 2nd, 2018 – EWA Fly Fest @ Me Kwa Mooks Park in West Seattle – FREE
What has become quite an event continues to grow.  Cast every rod available from Winston, Sage, Scott, Loomis, Epic, Echo, Fenwick and Thomas and Thomas.  See the latest in reels from Nautilus, Bauer, Lamson, Sage, Tibor, 3 Tand and more as well as put new lines on your favorite rod.  Instruction, classes, seminars and our 11th Annual Guide Staff Cook Off.

Classes and Schools:

Intro to Spey – $95 — Limited to 3 anglers
Nov. 4th

Intro to Fly Casting — $20 — Limited to 6 anglers — 9am @ Lincoln Park
Nov. 18th
Dec. 9th – Full
Dec. 16th

Tying One On Tuesdays — $20 — @ EWA Store — 7-9pm
Nov 14th – Puget Sound Baitfish Pattern
Nov 28th
Dec 12th

Women’s Intro to Fly Casting — $20 — Limited to 6 anglers
Nov. 5th

Women’s Bug’s n Brew’s Fly Tying — $20 — @ EWA Store — 7-9pm
Nov. 16th
Nov. 30th

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EWA Fly Fest, Saturday June 3rd!

June 1, 2017 by Reid Curry Leave a Comment

EWA Fly Fest
This Saturday, June 3rd!
 
 
EWA Fly Fest is this Saturday June 3rd, at Me-Kwa-Mooks Park in West Seattle.
9 am – 4 pm, FREE
 
Schedule of Presentations and Casting Classes:
 
9:00 AM – Intro to Fly Casting Class
9:45 AM – Summer Steelhead Opportunities and Tactics
10:30 AM – Fly Fishing Puget Sound
11:15 AM – Single Hand Spey Demonstration
12:00 PM – EWA Guide Cookoff and Free Lunch
1:00 PM – Cuba: What US Anglers/Travelers need to know
1:45 PM – Advanced Casting Class: Double Hauling, Distance, etc.
2:30 PM – Fly Fishing Cascade Mountain Creeks
 
All presentations and classes are open to all, no reservations required!
 
All Day:
 
Demo rods from Scott, Winston, Sage, G. Loomis, Echo, Epic, Hardy, Redington, Fenwick, and More!
 
Check out the latest in gear from Patagonia, Simms, Costa, Yeti, Airflo, Rio, OPST, Outcast, Nautilus, Bauer, Waterworks-Lamson, Abel, Galvan, 3-Tand, Tibor, and More!
 
Experience the heat of competition as EWA guides battle it out in the Annual EWA Guide Cookoff. Sample guide lunches and make sure to cast your vote for the ever popular people’s choice award.
 
Free casting instruction all day from EWA Staff and IFFF Certified Instructors
 
Free seminars from EWA Staff and Industry Reps
 
Join us after Fly Fest at the shop for the Seattle Film Premier of SLAM with special guest Hilary Hutcheson. 7pm @ EWA. Free – tickets required – more details below.
 
Fly Fest Location
Me-Kwa-Mooks Park in West Seattle
4503 Beach Dr. SW, Seattle, WA 98116
 
Seattle film premier of SLAM w/ guest Hilary Hutcheson
7pm @ EWA, June 3rd – Following Fly Fest
 
 

Join EWA staff and special guest Hilary Hutcheson for the Seattle premier of the Costa film SLAM. Costa SLAM is the engaging story of three female anglers from different walks of life in pursuit of the same epic challenge – landing a grand slam in the Keys – with just a few days to accomplish it.

Entry to the Costa SLAM Film Event at Emerald Water Anglers is free (tickets required), with a suggested donation to Casting for Recovery, so come early to get a seat! Join us for Fly Fest and then join us later in the evening at the shop for this great film event. 7PM @ Emerald Water Anglers. FREE. Tickets Required. Tickets Available HERE.

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Upcoming Events — May

May 3, 2017 by Reid Curry Leave a Comment

Special Events

May 20th, 2017 – Women’s Meet and Greet @ EWA Store 6PM – 8PM

June 3, 2017 – 3rd Annual EWA Fly Fest and Guide Cook Off – 9AM – 4PM @ Me Kwa Mooks Park – West Seattle – FREE
The event we look forward to every year.  Come join us for a fun day in the sun.  Manufacturers reps are on hand to show off all the latest rod models from Winston, Sage, Scott, Echo, GLoomis and others, clinics by our talented EWA staff on the Sound, small mountain streams and steelhead.  A host of IFFF certified instructors will be on hand as well.  This will be our 10th Annual Guide Staff Cook Off where our guide team competes for the greatest shore lunch.  30 minutes and $40 to feed 3 people and you get to help choose the winner! Complete schedule of Fly Fest events coming soon!

June 3, 2017 — Seattle Premier of Costa Sunglasses Film, “Slam” — 7pm @ EWA Store — FREE
Join Karlie and our special guest Hilary Hutcheson as they host this film on 3 women who travel to the Florida Keys to take a shot at a Grand Slam, one of fly fishing’s most difficult feats.  Landing a bonefish, permit and tarpon in the same day, hard enough on its own merits but even more of a challenge in the formidable Keys.  Georgetown Brewing will be handling the thirst quenching, donations will benefit Casting for Recovery. Get your tickets HERE! 

June 22, 2017 — Carp!  HOW, WHEN, WHY and WHERE — 7pm @ EWA Store — FREE
Join us as we welcome Bill Marts to present on this long time available but rarely spoken of gem of a fly fishery here in Washington as he discusses, flies, equipment, tactics and locations for you to get out and see your backing with one of these!

 

Upcoming Classes and Schools

Women’s Bugs n Brews – EWA Store – 7PM – 9PM – $20
Join Karlie for a fun night of Fly Tying and Beer Drinking.  Learn a new pattern or two and enjoy great company.  This event is now sponsored by Georgetown Brewing so BYOC (Bring Your Own CUP!)

 

May 11th – PMD’s (Pale Morning Dun) 

 

Women’s Intro to Fly Casting – Lincoln Park — FREE
Karlie will be holding free fly casting classes. During this intro class you will learn the basics of casting and proper technique to maintain a clean, accurate cast. Great for the beginners and novices looking for a refresher. You can sign up by e-mailing karlie@emeraldwateranglers.com, or calling the shop at 206-708-7250. MAX 6 people.
May 6th — 10am/11:30am/1pm @ Lincoln Park in West Seattle

June 1st — 10am/11:30am/1pm @ Lincoln Park in West Seattle

As always, call the store today to schedule your very own private single hand or spey lesson.

 

Intro to Fly Fishing Schools 1 Day – $195 – 8 hours of instruction – Limited to 3 anglers

May 12th

May 25th

June 9th

June 23rd

July 8th

July 15th

August 4th

August 18th

 

Intro to Fly Fishing Schools 2 Day – $395 – 16 hours of instruction – Limited to 3 anglers

May 20-21

June 17-18

July 15-16

August 19-20

 

Boat Rowing School – Limited to 2 boats – $225 per boat

June 29th

July 13th

July 20th

August 10th

August 17th

 

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Upcoming Events – March/April

March 20, 2017 by adminewa Leave a Comment


Special Events

June 3, 2017 – 3rd Annual EWA Fly Fest and Guide Cook Off – 10AM – 4PM @ Me Kwa Mooks Park – West Seattle – FREE
The event we look forward to every year.  Come join us for a fun day in the sun.  Manufacturers reps are on hand to show off all the latest rod models from Winston, Sage, Scott, Echo, GLoomis and others, clinics by our talented EWA staff on the Sound, small mountain streams and steelhead.  A host of IFFF certified instructors will be on hand as well.  This will be our 10th Annual Guide Staff Cook Off where our guide team competes for the greatest shore lunch.  30 minutes and $40 to feed 3 people and you get to help choose the winner!

June 3, 2017 — Seattle Premier of Costa Sunglasses Film, “Slam” — 7pm @ EWA Store — FREE
Join Karlie and our special guest Hilary Hutcheson as they host this film on 3 women who travel to the Florida Keys to take a shot at a Grand Slam, one of fly fishing’s most difficult feats.  Landing a bonefish, permit and tarpon in the same day, hard enough on its own merits but even more of a challenge in the formidable Keys.  Georgetown Brewing will be handling the thirst quenching, donations will benefit Casting for Recovery. Get your tickets HERE! 

June 22, 2017 — Carp!  HOW, WHEN, WHY and WHERE — 7pm @ EWA Store — FREE
Join us as we welcome Bill Marts to present on this long time available but rarely spoken of gem of a fly fishery here in Washington as he discusses, flies, equipment, tactics and locations for you to get out and see your backing with one of these!

Upcoming Classes and Schools

Women’s Bugs n Brews – EWA Store – 7PM – 9PM – $20
Join Karlie for a fun night of Fly Tying and Beer Drinking.  Learn a new pattern or two and enjoy great company.  This event is now sponsored by Georgetown Brewing so BYOC (Bring Your Own CUP!)

March 23rd
April 6th
April 20th

Women’s Intro to Fly Casting – Lincoln Park — FREE
Karlie will be holding free fly casting classes. During this intro class you will learn the basics of casting and proper technique to maintain a clean, accurate cast. Great for the beginners and novices looking for a refresher. You can sign up by e-mailing karlie@emeraldwateranglers.com, or calling the shop at 206-708-7250. MAX 6 people.

April 1st – 10am/11:30am/1pm @ Lincoln Park in West Seattle
May 6th — 10am/11:30am/1pm @ Lincoln Park in West Seattle

As always, call the store today to schedule your very own private single hand or spey lesson.

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EWA Spey Clave – Saturday February 11th

February 10, 2017 by Reid Curry Leave a Comment

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EWA Spey Clave

Saturday February 11th, 2017

10am – 3pm

Ben Howard Boat Launch on the Skykomish River (see map below)*

Come try out all of the latest and greatest spey gear, attend seminars from PNW spey experts, and score some free two-handed casting instruction!

Demo the latest and greatest in Spey rods and lines:
 
Sage
Winston
Scott
G. Loomis
Echo
Redington
Rio
Airflo
OPST
 
Listen in on great presentations with PNW Spey experts:
 
“Getting the Most Out of Your Spey Game”  w/George Cook
@ 12pm
 
“Less Effort, More Efficiency From Your Spey Cast – an advanced look at why some casts are a thing of beauty and others flat out suck” w/Tom Larimer
@ 1:30pm
 
FREE Spey casting instruction all day with EWA guides and industry reps!
 
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*Please Note!! The Skykomish River is closed to fishing during this event per WDFW regulations. As such, this event is for the purpose of demo-casting rods only and no flies/hooks will be used.

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Upcoming Events – February

February 7, 2017 by Reid Curry Leave a Comment

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Special Events

February 11, 2017 – EWA Spey Clave – Ben Howard Boat Launch on the Skykomish River – 10AM – 3PM – FREE
Our area needed it so he we go.  We are bringing our favorite two handed rod companies together to provide an on water demo and instruction session for those new to the spey game and those looking to try a number of rods side by side so they can make an informed purchase. 

February 18-19, 2017 – The Fly Fishing Show – Lywood Convention Center – Sat. 9AM – 5:30PM and Sun. 9AM – 4:30PM – $15 One Day $25 Two Day
Join us at the Lynwood Convention Center for the PNW’s largest gathering of our industry.  Purchase tickets online: HERE or pay Cash at the door.

June 3, 2017 – 3rd Annual EWA Fly Fest and Guide Cook Off – 10AM – 4PM @ Me Kwa Mooks Park – West Seattle – FREE
The event we look forward to every year.  Come join us for a fun day in the sun.  Manufacturers reps are on hand to show off all the latest rod models from Winston, Sage, Scott, Echo, GLoomis and others, clinics by our talented EWA staff on the Sound, small mountain streams and steelhead.  A host of IFFF certified instructors will be on hand as well.  This will be our 10th Annual Guide Staff Cook Off where our guide team competes for the greatest shore lunch.  30 minutes and $40 to feed 3 people and you get to help choose the winner! 

 

Upcoming Schools and Clinics

February 11, 2017 – Intro to Spey Casting – Greenlake (Weather Dependent alternate Lincoln Park) – $95 (Can be applied to rod/reel purchase)
Take advantage of two last minute dropouts and learn the casts necessary to get you on the water with a two hand rod!  Why struggle through the learning process.  Lay down the foundation to build upon.

 

February 27, 2017 – Puget Sound Tactics – EWA Store – 7PM – FREE
Alex Collier will cover the How’s, When’s, Where’s and What If’s of fly fishing Puget Sound Beaches.

 

Women’s Bugs N’Brews – EWA Store – 7PM – 9PM – $20
Join Karlie for a fun night of Fly Tying and Beer Drinking.  Learn a new pattern or two and enjoy great company.  This event is now sponsored by Georgetown Brewing so BYOC (Bring Your Own CUP!)

February 9th
February 23rd

 

Women’s Intro to Fly Casting – Karlie will be holding free fly casting classes. During this intro class you will learn the basics of casting and proper technique to maintain a clean, accurate cast. Great for the beginners and novices looking for a refresher. You can sign up by e-mailing karlie@emeraldwateranglers.com, or calling the shop at 206-708-7250. MAX 6 people.

March 4th – 10am -12pm @ Lincoln Park in West Seattle
April 1st – 10am -12pm @ Lincoln Park in West Seattle

 

As always, call the store today to schedule your very own private casting or fly tying lesson!

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Upcoming Events – January

January 2, 2017 by Reid Curry Leave a Comment

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Special Events

January 14-15, 2017 – Spey Casting w/ Dec Hogan $250 per angler/per day
Spend a day with the legendary spey caster, rod designer, conservationist and world renowned steelhead whisperer.  Dec will talk all things spey from dropping that loop to which head and tip for what type of water and finally how to successfully play and land these majestic fish when solo with a two hander.  This class will be conducted on the water on one of our local steelhead rivers, most likely the Skykomish, river conditions depending.  Space is limited so sign up now! To sign up email shop@emeraldwateranglers.com or call 206-708-7250.

January 20, 2017 – 2nd Annual EWA 5 Minute or Less Film Fest – 7pm @EWA – FREE
Here we go again, our crazy evening of fly fishing shorts is on again.  Pretty sure we can get the winner this year again shown at the F3T here at our West Seattle showing in early Feb.  RSVP via email:  shop@emeraldwateranglers.com or phone: 206-708-7250

February 1 & 2, 2017 – F3T in West Seattle (Feb. 2) at the Admiral and downtown at SIFF (Feb.1)
The crew will be here sporting the latest in fly fishing film eye candy from around the world.  More details to come soon but keep an eye on these dates.

February 3, 2017 – Women’s Meet and Greet @ EWA Store 7 – 9PM – FREE
Come meet our newest staff member and Women’s Program Director, Karlie Roland.  Sit down, enjoy some wine or beer and finger foods, chat fly fishing and private shop.  Karlie will lay out her plans for the program moving forward and also listen to ideas from you on.  Schools, outings, celebrity clinics and hosted travel are all on the radar…what else?

February 11, 2017 – EWA Spey Clave – Ben Howard Boat Launch on the Skykomish River – 10AM – 3PM – FREE
Our area needed it so he we go.  We are bringing our favorite two handed rod companies together to provide an on water demo and instruction session for those new to the spey game and those looking to try a number of rods side by side so they can make an informed purchase. 

June 3, 2017 – 3rd Annual EWA Fly Fest and Guide Cook Off – 10AM – 4PM @ Me Kwa Mooks Park – West Seattle – FREE
The event we look forward to every year.  Come join us for a fun day in the sun.  Manufacturers reps are on hand to show off all the latest rod models from Winston, Sage, Scott, Echo, GLoomis and others, clinics by our talented EWA staff on the Sound, small mountain streams and steelhead.  A host of IFFF certified instructors will be on hand as well.  This will be our 10th Annual Guide Staff Cook Off where our guide team competes for the greatest shore lunch.  30 minutes and $40 to feed 3 people and you get to help choose the winner! 

Upcoming Schools and Clinics

Tying Tuesdays!
We are launching a new fly tying series, “Tying Tuesdays”. As the name suggests, these will take place on select Tuesday nights and will focus on specialty fly tying topics. These classes are designed to introduce specific styles of tying to students with some tying experience – by no means do you have to be an expert to attend! Materials included. Max 6 students. To sign up email shop@emeraldwateranglers.com or call 206-708-7250. $40

Women’s Bug’s and Brew’s Fly Tying @ Elliott Bay Brewing (West Seattle) – 7 – 9PM – $40
Come join Karlie Roland for a sit down, fly tying instruction and socializing event just for you fly angling women out there. 
January 19, 2017
February 23, 2017
March 9, 2017

Women’s Intro to Fly Casting – Karlie will be holding free fly casting classes starting December 10th and then every first Saturday of the month thereafter. During this intro class you will learn the basics of casting and proper technique to maintain a clean, accurate cast. Great for the beginners and novices looking for a refresher. You can sign up by e-mailing karlie@emeraldwateranglers.com, or calling the shop at 206-708-7250. MAX 6 people.

January 7th – 10am-12pm @ Lincoln Park in West Seattle
February 4th – 10am -12pm @ Lincoln Park in West Seattle
March 4th – 10am -12pm @ Lincoln Park in West Seattle
April 1st – 10am -12pm @ Lincoln Park in West Seattle
 
Intro to Fly Casting – This one hour group fly casting class is designed for first time or novice fly anglers. No experience, no problem!  Our FFF certified casting instructors will have you competently casting a fly rod in no time at all!  All equipment can be provided for class. To sign up email shop@emeraldwateranglers.com or call 206-708-7250. FREE

January 7th and 21st – 9am @ Lincoln Park in West Seattle

Intro to Fly Fishing Schools – 1 Day Classroom/On Water – All Equipment Provided – $195
These are the most comprehensive and intimate “how to” fly fishing school you will find in the region.  We cap these schools at 3 per schools so we can have as much time as possible with you during the class.  We teach from our own manual which we provide a digital copy of and cover casting, line management, essential knots, how to select flies based on entomology and answer all questions you might have throughout.  Here are the current dates:
January 21, 2017
February 18, 2017
March 11, 2017
April 8, 2017

 
 

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Upcoming Events – December

December 7, 2016 by Reid Curry Leave a Comment

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Upcoming Events

December 7th – WDFW Salmon Management, North of Falcon – Ryan Lothrop – 7pm @EWA – FREE
Come join us for the inside perspective on how WDFW obtains their science and how they use it to make management decisions. Ryan Lothrop, Puget Sound Recreational Salmon Fishery Manager will talk about this and the issue surrounding our favorite fishery as well as answer questions.  Please RSVP to this event via email or phone.

December 13th – Sucking the Life out of our Rivers – 7pm @EWA – FREE
Please join us for an angler advocacy happy hour to find out what you can do to protect Washington’s native fish from the harmful effects of suction dredge mining. Learn more about the issue and what Trout Unlimited is doing to change suction dredging regulations in Washington State. Meet your local legislators, network with fellow advocates, and help us build a strong community voice for this important issue. Free beer provided by Georgetown Brewery, gear raffle brought to you by SAGE and Patagonia, and acoustic sounds brought to you by Mike Giacolino.

January 14-15, 2017 – Spey Casting w/ Dec Hogan $250 per angler/per day
Spend a day with the legendary spey caster, rod designer, conservationist and world renowned steelhead whisperer.  Dec will talk all things spey from dropping that loop to which head and tip for what type of water and finally how to successfully play and land these majestic fish when solo with a two hander.  This class will be conducted on the water on one of our local steelhead rivers, most likely the Skykomish, river conditions depending.  Space is limited so sign up now! To sign up email shop@emeraldwateranglers.com or call 206-708-7250.

January 20, 2017 – 2nd Annual EWA 5 Minute or Less Film Fest – 7pm @EWA – FREE
Here we go again, our crazy evening of fly fishing shorts is on again.  Pretty sure we can get the winner this year again shown at the F3T here at our West Seattle showing in early Feb.  RSVP via email:  shop@emeraldwateranglers.com or phone: 206-708-7250

February 1 & 2, 2017 (yet to be confirmed) – F3T in West Seattle at the Admiral and downtown at SIFF
The crew will be here sporting the latest in fly fishing film eye candy from around the world.  More details to come soon but keep an eye on these dates.

June 3, 2017 – 3rd Annual EWA Fly Fest and Guide Cook Off – 10am – 4pm @ Me Kwa Mooks Park – West Seattle – FREE
The event we look forward to every year.  Come join us for a fun day in the sun.  Manufacturers reps are on hand to show off all the latest rod models from Winston, Sage, Scott, Echo, GLoomis and others, clinics by our talented EWA staff on the Sound, small mountain streams and steelhead.  A host of IFFF certified instructors will be on hand as well.  This will be our 10th Annual Guide Staff Cook Off where our guide team competes for the greatest shore lunch.  30 minutes and $40 to feed 3 people and you get to help choose the winner! 

Upcoming Schools and Clinics

Intro to Fly Tying
There is nothing more rewarding than catching a fish on a fly that you tied yourself. Come join Karlie and Caldwell for our Intro Fly Tying class covering everything you need to know to get started. We’ll go over what tools, materials and supplies are needed for the basics of tying a nymph, bugger and dry fly. All patterns that you can use on our local fisheries! Materials included. Max 10 students. To sign up email shop@emeraldwateranglers.com or call 206-708-7250. $95
 
Sunday, December 18th – 8-11am @ Emerald Water Anglers
 
Tying Tuesdays!
We are launching a new fly tying series, “Tying Tuesdays”. As the name suggests, these will take place on select Tuesday nights and will focus on specialty fly tying topics. These classes are designed to introduce specific styles of tying to students with some tying experience – by no means do you have to be an expert to attend! Materials included. Max 6 students. To sign up email shop@emeraldwateranglers.com or call 206-708-7250. $40
 
Steelhead Basics – December 15th – 7-9pm @ Emerald Water Anglers – *Date changed to 12/15! (technically this will be “Tying Thursday” for this go-round).
 
Puget Sound Basics – December 20th – 7-9pm @ Emerald Water Anglers
 
 
Women’s Intro to Fly Casting – Karlie will be holding free fly casting classes starting December 10th and then every first Saturday of the month thereafter. During this intro class you will learn the basics of casting and proper technique to maintain a clean, accurate cast. Great for the beginners and novices looking for a refresher. You can sign up by e-mailing karlie@emeraldwateranglers.com, or calling the shop at 206-708-7250. MAX 6 people.
 
Saturday, December 10th – 10am-12pm @ Lincoln Park in West Seattle
Saturday, January 7th – 10am-12pm @ Lincoln Park in West Seattle
Saturday, February 4th – 10am -12pm @ Lincoln Park in West Seattle
 
Intro to Fly Casting – This one hour group fly casting class is designed for first time or novice fly anglers. No experience, no problem!  Our FFF certified casting instructors will have you competently casting a fly rod in no time at all!  All equipment can be provided for class. To sign up email shop@emeraldwateranglers.com or call 206-708-7250. FREE
December 3rd, 10th, and 17th – 9am @ Lincoln Park in West Seattle
January 7th, 14th, and 21st – 9am @ Lincoln Park in West Seattle
 
Intro to Spey School
This three-hour casting clinic is designed for beginners and intermediates to become familiar with three fundamental types of casts; the Snap-T, Double Spey and the Single Spey. This clinic is intended to give students the casting proficiency to be on the water and feel comfortable with a spey rod from either side of a river. All equipment can be provided for class. Max 3 students. To sign up email shop@emeraldwateranglers.com or call 206-708-7250. $95
December 10th – 10am @ Greenlake
December 17th – 10am @ Greenlake
**Spey school special! Buy any spey rod from EWA and receive free enrollment in an Intro to Spey School**

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