05/29/2026
his is the fly for the Sespe Fly Fishers Intermediate Fly Tying Class. Foam Flying Ant ... Ants don't hatch from the water like mayflies or caddisflies; they are "terrestrials" (land-dwelling insects). During mating swarms, millions of flying ants take flight. Many fall into the water, providing an incredibly high-protein, easy meal for trout and other freshwater fish. This is a great pattern to take advantage when the ants appear in swarms. However, ants get washed in to streams rivers from rain and this fly will also work the.
Hook – Standard Dry Fly Hook Sizes 18 - 12
Dubbing – Black, Brown, or Cinnamon
Top – Black, Brown, or Cinnamon Foam (1mm - .05mm)
Wings – Hackle Tips
Legs – Deer, Elk, or Moose Body Hair
Yous should always have some of these in your fly box. Tight Lines
05/27/2026
SPECIAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY!
WATERSHED STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM AND OJAI VALLEY LAND CONSERVANCY
**Explore to Restore!
A volunteer event**
Join us for a short hike on a beautiful trail, installing erosion control structures to improve downstream habitat for Trout and others.
Anyone Welcome!
WHERE:
Wills Canyon Trail
Free parking lot at the Oso Trailhead in Ventura River Preserve, Ojai, CA
WHEN:
Two dates — come to one or both:
Friday, May 29th — 8:45 AM to 1 PM
Saturday, May 30th — 8:45 AM to 1 PM
What to Bring:
Closed‑toed shoes
Water bottle
Sunscreen
Extras:
Free pizza at the end of the event on Friday
Prizes on Saturday
RSVP:
Scan the QR code on the flyer
Or email: [email protected]
About the Watershed Stewardship Program (WSP):
WSP is dedicated to improving watershed health through restoration science, civic service, and community education while empowering the next generation of environmental stewards.
A program of the California Conservation Corps, WSP is one of the most productive programs for future employment in the environmental field. It is administered by California Volunteers, the Office of the Governor, and sponsored by AmeriCorps and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
05/21/2026
The Complete Saltwater Fly fishing Setup drawing was last night and Chris Moore was the winner. Congratulations Chris.
05/21/2026
Why Attend FlyFest? Because Learning Happens Up Close.
There’s something different about watching a master tier in person.
The details.
The materials.
The history and application of the pattern.
At FlyFest, tying demos and seminars aren’t just performances, they’re conversations. You can ask questions. See techniques clearly. Understand how patterns evolve and why they work.
Whether you tie commercially, for fun, or are just getting started, you’ll walk away with ideas you can use immediately.
It’s inspiration you can hold in your hands and it’s what FlyFest is all about. Join us September 24-26 in Redding, CA. Registration opens March 16.
05/21/2026
Sespe Flyfishers June 17th meeting with Luke Kinney "Going Further"
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More info: https://www.sespeflyfishers.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=78416&module_id=283441
Golden Trout Guiding Co.
05/21/2026