| Bamboo fly rod making classes 2020-2021 schedule Blue Ridge, Georgia (90 minutes north of Atlanta) |
| We teach more new bamboo fly rod 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 your rod during our class. That's COMPLETE - a rod of your choosing, your signature under three coats of varnish, in a bag, in a tube, with a label, ready to hit the water! |
| Each year would-be craftsman travel from around the world to study with the most prolific teacher of rodmaking working today. Let Bill Oyster guide you personally through the process of creating your very own custom bamboo fly rod. Each student works at their own solid maple workbench which is outfitted with an arsenal of the highest quality tools, such as Lie-Nielson planes and Bellinger planing forms. In fact, these are the very same tools and methods used to create every Oyster bamboo rod. Our year-round trout fishing will afford you the opportunity to put your new rod to good use. 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! |
| 2020-2021 6-DAY BAMBOO FLY ROD MAKING CLASSES (complete your very own bamboo fly rod from a raw culm to a ready-to-fish fly rod.) |
| Total class price is $2360 (includes six days of instruction by Bill Oyster, tools and components, and of course your newly completed bamboo fly rod!) Click below to reserve your spot by making a $500 deposit |
| 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 virtually impossible to go it alone. It was Bill's 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 |
| Have you always wanted to make your very own bamboo fly rod? We understand. There is no reason to put aside your dream. So, give us a week and we'll give you a rewarding experience that will last a lifetime. At Oyster Bamboo Fly Rods , we make sure you finish what you start...the crafting of an instant heirloom. |
| I had hopes the class would be a revelation for me, but it went way beyond that." -Aaron Y. |
| Bamboo Fly Rod Making Class |
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Year-round tailwater trout fishing
COMPLETE a custom rod of your choice
| Total class price is $2360 (includes six days of instruction by Bill Oyster, tools and components, and of course your newly completed bamboo fly rod!) |
| Full-time professional workshop |
Located in historic downtown Blue Ridge, GA
| CLASS FAQ's You have questions...we have answers! |
2020 - 2021 ___ Click here for Oyster's safety first PDF on covid-19 June 8-13, 2020 FULL June 22-27, 2020 FULL July 13-18, 2020 FULL July 30-Aug 4, 2020 FULL* August 10-15, 2020 FULL August 24-29, 2020 FULL September 7-12, 2020 FULL September 21-26, 2020 FULL October 5-10, 2020 FULL October 19-24, 2020 FULL Oct 29-Nov 3, 2020 FULL* November 9-14, 2020 FULL November 19-24, 2020 FULL* December 7-12, 2020 FULL January 18-23, 2021 FULL February 1-6, 2021 1 SPOT February 15-20, 2021 FULL March 1-6, 2021 FULL March 15-20, 2021 FULL April 12-17, 2021 FULL April 26-May 1, 2021 FULL May 10-15, 2021 FULL May 24-29, 2021 FULL June 7-12, 2021 FULL June 21-26, 2021 FULL July 12-17, 2021 FULL August 9-14, 2021 FULL August 23-28, 2021 2 SPOTS September 6-11, 2021 FULL September 20-25, 2021 FULL October 4-9, 2021, FULL October 18-23, 2021 FULL November 8-13, 2021 FULL December 6-11, 2021 FULL *These dates are "fill in" for students displaced by COVID - they do NOT run on a Mon-Sat schedule and have been posted to the public as of mid June 2020. |
| Oyster Fine Bamboo Fly Rods . Since 1998 . Historic Downtown Blue Ridge, Georgia . 494 East Main Street . Blue Ridge, GA 30513 706.374.4239. shannen@oysterbamboo.com Copyright 1998-2020 |
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| * We are open most days but sometimes we simply go fishing instead-so please make an appointment if coming from afar. |
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ATTENTION BAMBOO FLY ROD MAKING STUDENTS We sent out individual emails to students addressing scheduling issues due to the covid-19. If you have not received this information, please email Shannen at shannen@oysterbamboo.com or call 706.374.4239. |