Allen Rupp is back! The discussion will be on crayfish and sculpins. Dave Whitlock invited Allen to spend time with him learning how to correctly tie his flies so that he could pass that knowledge on to others after he was gone. What an honor! You will learn why Dave ties these flies. We will delve into the realm of stream-bottom fish and crustaceans, focusing on the main species that these flies imitate: darters, mad toms, sculpins, stone cats and crayfish. Insights into the characteristics and habitats of these food forms will help with your understanding of when and where the NearNuff Sculpin and Crayfish fly patterns can be most effectively fished.
Allen Rupp brings over 30 years of fly-tying expertise, beginning with his early passion for smallmouth bass fishing on the Potomac River near Washington, D.C. Now based in New York City, Allen runs Fly On the Water, crafting expertly tied flies that have caught fish around the world. His creations have been used in far-flung locations such as Belize, the Seychelles, Canada, Mexico, the UK, and across the U.S., including Florida, Colorado, and Montana. While Allen’s experience spans a wide variety of species and environments, his recent focus has turned to saltwater fly fishing, with snook becoming a particular obsession.
Come hear Allen Rupp speak on Thursday, November 14th at the Whippany American Legion Hall, 7:30pm. All are welcome and we hope to see you there.