MEL KRIEGER VISITS THE LOWER FORTY
"It was awesome," was the way one student described the recent visit of Mel Krieger to The Lower Forty. A jammed packed house was treated to a two hour lecture on the essence of flycasting by one of the world’s leading authorities on the subject. Master Krieger went into elaborate detail describing the mechanics, form, and power application necessary to produce a flawless casting stroke. His interpretation of the roll cast, basic straight line cast, double haul and Belgian cast portrayed his absolute commitment to excellence in these disciplines. Ernie Schwiebert, author and international flyfisher once commented, "Nobody else in the game - and I mean nobody - has ever come close to Krieger’s accomplishments as a casting teacher." Nuff said.

***PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED ON ALL CLASS EVENTS***

NOVICE FLYTYING SESSION I with Bob Thunberg
Date: Saturday, February 2, 2008
Time: Noon-4 PM
Cost: $40.00
Note: Coffee Served

This will be the 16th consecutive year of offering our novice fly tying course. Learn the basics of fly construction and design while tying four popular trout flies. From dry fly to nymph to streamer you will be exposed to many of the techniques necessary to further your understanding of building proportionately correct trout flies. All hooks and materials will be provided. Because of its nature, this year's program has been limited to only 6 students.

NOVICE FLYTYING SESSION II with Bob Thunberg
Date: Saturday, February 23, 2008
Time: Noon-4 PM
Cost: $40.00
Note: Coffee Served

This will be the 16th consecutive year of offering our novice fly tying course. Learn the basics of fly construction and design while tying four popular trout flies. From dry fly to nymph to streamer you will be exposed to many of the techniques necessary to further your understanding of building proportionately correct trout flies. All hooks and materials will be provided. Because of its nature, this year's program has been limited to only 6 students.

FLY FISHING FOR ALBIES AND STRIPERS with Ed Lombardo
Date: Saturday, March 1, 2008
Time: Noon-1 PM
Cost: No Charge
Note: Coffee Served

ESPN selected 12 of some of the best fly fishers in America to compete in its first Great Outdoor Games in Lake Placid in 2000 and Ed was one of the competitors. Lombardo founded the New England Fly School of Fly Fishing at the W. Alton Jones Campus of URI. Ed is a veteran fly fisher, guide, instructor and expert fly tyer. If you are curious about of the burgeoning false albacore and striped bass fisheries here in the north Atlantic but have yet to take advantages of them, than this program is for you. Ed's 60-minute slide presentation and lecture will take you step by step explaining the equipment, flies, locations and maybe even divulge a secret spot or two. A great take for fly anglers of any experience level.

DISCOVERING MAINE'S TOP FISHERIES with Kevin Tracewski
Date: Saturday, March 29, 2008
Time: 1 PM-3 PM
Cost: $20.00
Note: Coffee Served

We are extremely fortunate to welcome Kevin Tracewski to our 2008 schedule of Lower Forty events. Among other achievements Kevin is author of the best-selling book A Fisherman's Guide to Maine. During this 2-hour slideshow/lecture you will be exposed to many of the fly-fishing mysteries that Tracewski has spent a lifetime accumulating. If you are planning a Maine fishing vacation during the upcoming season this seminar should be a requirement. Tracewski Fishing adventures provides anglers with services that range from guided trips and vacation planning to a fly fishing school and casting lessons. Kevin will also be accepting bookings for the 2008 season for you to consider. Be sure to pick up an autographed copy of his book on the completion of the day's events.

FLYCASTING 101 with FFF Master Instructor Dave Benoit
Date: Sat, Apr 19, 2008
Time: Noon-3 PM
Cost: $30.00
Note: 1 hr classroom / 2 hrs on site

Without question the most misunderstood discipline in the entire realm of fly angling is casting. This program was designed to introduce the aspiring fly fisherman to the correct methods of properly presenting a fly. During the class FFF Master Fly Casting Instructor Dave Benoit, will expose you to the straight-line cast, the roll cast and the single and double haul. With this foundation and a bit of practice, you will be well on your way to a successful angling career. While we would prefer that students provide their own rods, outfits will be available upon request. We will accept 10 novice to intermediate level students for this program.