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 beginning November 5, 2025 and ending March 25, 2026. No classes on November 26, December 24 and December 31.

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. All materials provided. Free!

Beginner Class, Week 2

Manhattan Midge. The Manhattan Midge is a popular fly pattern, a hybrid of several existing midge patterns, designed to attract trout in tailwater situations. It's known for its effectiveness, especially when targeting emerging midges. The fly features a slim profile, segmented body, flashy wing, a peacock collar, and a silver-lined bead to simulate trapped air bubbles in the thorax.