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Bamboo Rod Building Intensive - Summer '24


  • Catskill Fly Fishing Center & Museum 1031 Old Route 17 Livingston Manor, NY, 12758 United States (map)

Immerse yourself in the meditative process of transforming a raw culm of bamboo from the hills of China into your very own beautiful fishing rod. Courses take place in the CFFCM heritage rod shop & craft center, under the guidance of a master rod maker with the use of historic rod-building equipment.

Instructors - John Apgar, Justin Johnson, John Flynn, Gerry McVicker

June 28 - July 2, 2024 | 9am - 6pm 

Course Fee includes all materials, tools and equipment needed to build a quality bamboo rod blank with 2 tips fitted with ferrules, grip and reel seat, as well as personalized instruction and lunch each day.

  • $1600 for 2024 Members

  • $1800 for non-Members

Join John Apgar & crew this fall to learn the magical and exquisite craft of bamboo rod creation!

Questions? Contact office@cffcm.com

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