L.L.Bean Fly Tying Series

Join our fly-tying experts and learn how to tie some of the most effective flies for both salt and freshwater.

Classes will be held on Wednesday evenings through April 1, 2026.

Each night we offer a Beginner Class from 5-6:30pm followed by an Intermediate Class from 7-8:30pm. Please do not sign up for both.

Registration opens one week prior to each class at 8:00 am on this site/eventbrite.

No experience necessary for the Beginner Class. All materials provided. Free!

Beginner Class, Week 18

Blacknose Dace. The Blacknose Dace is a streamer pattern that imitates its namesake—a small, slender baitfish commonly found in North American streams. Its distinct black, white, and brown coloration closely matches the natural appearance of the dace, making it a reliable choice for targeting trout that feed on minnows. The fly’s realistic profile and subtle flash provoke aggressive strikes, especially in clear water where fish are keyed in on specific forage. It should be fished with a steady retrieve or swung through current seams, particularly near undercut banks, rocks, or structure where baitfish often gather.

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