Gordon Vanderpool
Gordon began fly fishing as a teenager in southwestern Pennsylvania, where he was raised. He has snagged great catches from as far away as Nevada, California, and Belize. However, he and his wife decided to settle in western North Carolina, where they started Turning Stones. Gordon is a Certified Casting Instructor for the Federation of Fly Fishers and the Southeastern Coach of the USA Youth Fly Fishing Team.
How to Tie The Rainbow Midge
The Rainbow Midge is definitely a fly that will become a new favorite of yours I hope. I very easy fly pattern for a beginner to tie. As Gordon always says, "Keep It Simple."
How To Tie a Black Zebra Midge
The Black Zebra Midge is as about as basic as it gets when it comes to fly tying. The good thing about it is that it works great! A must fly for the beginner to learn to tie. This is one of many flies that are almost always in Gordon's fly box. Hope you enjoy it!
How To Tie Gordon's Hunter Caddis
The Hunter Caddis has been one of Gordon's favorite flies for years and still is. This is a very easy fly pattern to tie which makes it a must for the beginner fly tier! Spin some up some of these nymphs and let me know what you think. Enjoy tying the Hunter Caddis!
How To Tie Gordon's Jelly Bean Perdigon Nymph
The Perdigon Nymph is a great fly pattern for beginners once again. The Jelly Bean Perdigon is a variation that Gordon created 5 or 6 six years ago and is a go to for him. I hope you enjoy the Jelly Bean Perdigon!