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.
Tying Gordon's Y.A.B. JIG
The Y.A.B. Jig is a pattern I threw together several years back that has been a great producer for me. Once again a very easy fly pattern to tie which is perfect for the beginner fly tier. I feel this fly works well in all different water types due to the several changes in contrast. I hope you enjoy the Y.A.B. Jig!
Tying the Reverse Hot Spot Jig
The Reverse Hot Spot Jig is an easy fly pattern to tie and oh so deadly! The Pheasant Tail makes this fly in my opinion. This is a competition style fly that really catches fish. I know you'll enjoy tying and fishing this fly. Enjoy!!
How To Tie the Klinkhammer Dry Fly
The "Klink" or Klinkhammer is one of my favorite all around dry flies slash emerger patterns! This is definitely a good fly to know how to tie. Tie this in many different variations and it will be a favorite of yours as well. I hope you enjoy the Klinkhammer!!
Tying Kevin Compton's Tungsten Torpedo
Kevin Compton's Tungsten Torpedo nymph is a flat out fish catcher. This has been a very popular fly pattern in the competition fly fishing world for a long time. Once again a very simple fly pattern for beginner to tie. I hope you enjoy the Tungsten Torpedo!