Bamboo rod making classes 2009 schedule
Gainesville, Georgia (one hour north of Atlanta)
This year Oyster Fine Bamboo Fly Rods is pleased to announce a variety of bamboo fly rod making classes to suit aspiring rod makers from near and far.  In much the same
way that it takes practice and experience to become a great rod maker, it also takes practice and experience to be a great teacher of this craft.  We teach more new makers
every year than anyone else, and our experience will show in YOUR finished fly rod.  What separates these classes from many others, is that you will actually complete a rod
yourself from start to finish.  Because some who can, also teach... let Oyster Bamboo show you the way.
Let William S. Oyster guide you personally through the process of creating your very own custom bamboo fly rod.  Each student works at his own solid maple work bench which
is outfitted with an arsenal of tools that would leave any professional rodmaker drooling.  In fact, these are the very same tools used to create every Oyster bamboo rod.  You'll be
provided with the finest tools available such as Lie-Nielson planes and Bellinger planing forms.  On the seventh day you'll have the option of testing your new rod on one of the
areas beautiful trout streams.  This, after all, is the true test of a complete rod making class.  If you don't leave with a rod that's ready to fish, then you didn't get
complete instruction...period!  At Oyster Bamboo we make sure you finish what you start, the crafting of an instant heirloom.
(2009) MAKING THE BAMBOO FLY ROD FROM START TO FINISH
(6 days of instruction covers every aspect of the rodmakers art)
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Total class price is $1290 (includes food and components)
Click above to reserve your spot by making a 50%
deposit of $645, balance due upon arrival.
The whole experience was first class!  Making cane rods is something I've
wanted to do for several years.  With so many intricate steps, I would think
it would be virtually impossible to go it alone on your first try and come out
with a good looking rod.  It was your instruction, patience, and attention to
detail that allowed me to come away with a rod that I can be proud of for
the rest of my life.
Luca T.
McKinney, TX
NEW for 2008 "Weekend Warrior Special"
two, three-day sessions
Have you always wanted to make your very own bamboo fly rod but just couldn't find the time?  If you can spare just two, three day weekends, then you've just found what
you're looking for!  We understand that folks have to make a living, but have never thought that was a good reason to put aside your dreams.  So give us a couple of long
weekends and we'll give you a rewarding experience that will last a lifetime.  
At Oyster Bamboo we make sure you finish what you start... the crafting of an instant heirloom.
"The knowledge I gained from that experience, I do not believe could have been gained without years of trial and error.  The hospitality that you, your wife, and son showed us was beyond
expectation.  I had hopes the class would be a revelation for me, but it went way beyond that."

-Aaron Y.
oystersb@mindspring.com
8650 Anchor on Lanier Ct.
Gainesville, GA 30506
Bamboo Rod Making Classes
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  • two, three-day weekends, Friday - Sunday
  • coffe and pastries in the morning, full lunch and dinner provided
  • you choose rod length, line wt., and taper
  • you customize all cosmetic options from reel seat, to thread wraps, and cane tone
  • all tools, components, and hardware provided
  • no experience necessary
  • take home a COMPLETE AND READY TO FISH bamboo rod you made yourself!
  • six days of instruction at the workshop of Bill Oyster
  • you choose length, line wt., and taper
  • you customize all cosmetic options from reel seat, to thread wraps, and cane tone
  • all tools, components, hardware, and materials provided
  • no experience necessary
  • take home a COMPLETE AND READY TO FISH bamboo rod you made yourself!
  • coffee and pastries each morning, lunch and dinner provided each day
Total class price is $1290 (includes food and components)
Click above to reserve your spot by making a 50%
deposit of $645, balance due upon arrival.
questions?
questions?
-March 9-14, 2008 full
-April 13-18, 2008 full
-May 4-9, 2008 full
-June 1-6, 2008 full
-June 15-20, 2008 full
-Sept. 21-26, 2008 full
-Nov. 2-7, 2008  full
-April 4-6 & May 23-25, 2008 full
-April 25-27 & May 16-18, 2008 full
-Oct. 10-12 & Nov. 14-16, 2008 full
Thanks to all of our great customers, all ten of our 2008 rod
making classes are FULL.
click below to reserve a space in one of our 2009
rod making classes!
March 8-13, 2009 (3-spots remain)
April 5-10, 2009 FULL
April 26 - May 1, 2009 (4-spots remain)
May 24-29, 2009 (4-spots remain)
Feb. 20-22 & March 21-22, 2009 (2 - spots remain)
April 17-19 & May 8-10, 2009 (4 - spots remain)