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Gordon Vanderpool

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.

Wednesday, 28 September 2016 07:56

How To Tie CDC Caddis Dry Fly

This CDC style dry fly is one of my favorite styles of Caddis dries to use. They float really high in heavy water which I like. It's also a really easy fly pattern for a beginner to learn how to tie. I'm all for keeping flies simple! I hope you enjoy the Hot Tag CDC Caddis dry fly!

Monday, 19 September 2016 07:44

HOW TO TIE THE DUST MOP FLY!!

The Dust Mop fly will flat out catch fish! Stocked fish don't stand a chance anymore with this pattern in your fly box. Wild fish like it too! Another great fly pattern for the beginner fly tier! Enjoy the Dust Mop!!

Wednesday, 24 August 2016 00:00

How To Tie Loren William's Sexy Walt's Worm!

The Sexy Walt's Worm is a deadly pattern developed by Loren Williams. The Sexy Walt's Worm can be tied in many different variations, making it a must fly pattern in your fly box!

Saturday, 17 September 2016 00:00

How to tie The Squirmy Wormy!" AKA" Squirmy Worm

"The Squirmy Worm" (aka Squirmy Worm) is an absolute stocked trout killer and a must for the fly box! This is also a very easy fly pattern to tie making it favorable for the beginner fly tier!. Have fun with this deadly fly! This is one of the top 3 deadliest trout flies in my opinion.

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