Tenkara Rod Building : Duluth Folk School

$ 14.00

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Note: registration for this class closes on March 26, 2018, to allow time to order supplies. Are you new to fly fishing? Or maybe you want a lightweight rod to use backpacking. Or perhaps you&#8217…
Note: registration for this class closes on March 26, 2018, to allow time to order supplies. Are you new to fly fishing? Or maybe you want a lightweight rod to use backpacking. Or perhaps you're looking to streamline your fishing gear. If any of these apply then Tenkara fly fishing may be perfect for you! Translated from Japanese, Tenkara means, “from heaven” or “from the skies.” It is a simplified alternative to traditional western fly fishing; using only a telescoping rod, leader, tippet and fly (no reel). By spending less time and attention casting, you are free to focus more on presentation and catching fish! In this class, you will build your own Tenkara rod from a kit, learn to set it up and receive some instruction on casting and presentation techniques. This class is suitable for anyone, whether you are a novice and would like to get into fly fishing, or an experienced fly angler wanting to simplify your setup. These rods collapse down to 20-22 inches, so they fit perfectly on a bike or in a backpack! You will have a choice between two rod building kits: 13 foot Tenkara rod - 8:2 rating/fast action (especially good for…