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R. Michael Charske
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A bluegill getter (wet fly)
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Found some of these (pattern) in an old fly box.So I tied some up. A version of the classic 'Major Pitcher'Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Eric Pierce Mar 17, 2015.
Wild tying materials
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I noticed while looking through past posts in the forum that there were concerns about storage of self-procured fly tying materials.As a bird hunter here's my method.ASAP wrap the entire carcass in…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by R. Michael Charske Mar 10, 2015.
Dressed or Tied ???
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Would you guys (considering we're all just a bunch of rednecks who like to catch bluegills) use the term 'Tied' or 'Dressed' as relates to your fly tying ? Is someone considered elitist by using the…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by R. Michael Charske Mar 14, 2015.
Decision made
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New to targeting bluegills for my fishing enjoyment. I been pondering making it exciting for me. I've decided that I'll go 'classic'. Classic rod and real (split cane fly rod and hardy perfect reel),…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Slip Sinker Mar 12, 2015.
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"There is a big dam near where I live and it's pretty loaded with crappie and gills. You use to…"
"Thanks Bruce! Love using Mister Twister 1"- 4" Plastic Grubs! Especially on Hair Jigs or…"
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"Very cool old nostalgic fishing stuff , hey Bruce! Glad you enjoy! What Mister Twister article are…"
"According to the Mister Twister article I was wrong. There were more than 3 colors offered and…"
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pike flies for a friend
"Yes, it does. I've seen them made of 30 lb. hard mason line or mono, but not this way. I like…"
" Bomber Baits 1949 - Bass Fishing Archives "
pike flies for a friend
"With this set up the hook faces up with room to tie on the hook. (Weedless Pike Fly) by Niklaus…"
pike flies for a friend
"I took the hook, added a fish skull articulated shank, and tied it on with the knot to kinky. This…"
pike flies for a friend
"Unfortunately, I'm not set up for anything that big. These were made for a friend who fishes…"
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oh yea!! that will work highway!! your good buddy! i need to learn how to do these myself!!
Again welcome. We are bless with people from all walks of life who love fishing for the Bluegill. We have a number of fly tiers who love nothing more than talking shop with you and from the sounds of it I think you'll fit right in. We look forward into any input you have to offer some of us including I can use all the help we can muster up but any fly I tie bad or good it's always a fun experience..
Welcome R. Michael to Big Bluegill. I am also a member of Big Bluegill wanting to welcome you and to share some of what goes on here at the site. This is a site with loads of information where we can learn and enjoy in what we like doing best, fishing. In this site we have loads of information we can feed off of and share and learn and having a good time doing so. We have FORUMS, BLOGS, CHAT ROOM, SPECIAL GROUPS, VIDEO'S, and the best PHOTO'S you can find anywhere on the internet. Feel free to jump in and investigate the site it is loaded with information and above all don't be afraid to participate we are all still in the learning process and improving and honing our skills making us better fishermen/fisherwoman and enjoying it all throughout the process.
What you personally may add my be that little extra something that we can put in our own little bag of tricks something we can use to make us better fisher people ourselves.
We are all about Bluegill, Big Bluegills ( Bluegills, Sunfishes, Red Ears, Brim family) but not to stop there you will read about many different species of fish even some you may not have known even existed in the Bluegill world and forums with many picture to share, but our main goal is catching that ultimate giant Gill so we can meet that special goal and maybe some bragging rights along the way. Its just a good well rounded site with loads of information with good people a family atmosphere who don't mind sharing, we have loads of fun doing so which you will see.
Our Video section that will keep your blood pumping and make you want to be fishing on that special lake or river fishing your heart out. (TAKE A KID AND DADS FISHING) such a great high. Above all we want you to enjoy yourself don't be afraid to share some of your fishing experiences with us we would love to hear about them please don't be afraid to share your exact lakes with me with all GPS coordinates and the exact baits you used it will be our little secret.
We have the best Photo's on the web some being so good you will be in aw and they are so addictive you'll keep coming back for more, there is truly some beautiful stuff there posted for our BBG family. We all love to share and share we do with some breath taking photo's. It will take you hours to see then all and you'll enjoy every minute of it..
Be aware of our Chat Room which in my opinion is very under utilized but you must be log in to correspond on it. So by all means log in and use It you will meet some interesting and great people there. Enjoy have fun but above all always stay safe. GOOD FISHIN..