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Bamboo Fly Rod Building Class


  • PJ’s Fine Bamboo Rods 456 North Pagosa Boulevard Pagosa Springs, CO, 81147 United States (map)

Spend six unforgettable days learning the timeless craft of bamboo fly rod making with PJ Dufour, master rodsmith. Transform a hand-selected culm of Tonkin bamboo into a custom fly rod designed around your fishing style and personal aesthetic. Along the way, you will learn the traditional processes of torching, splitting, hand-planning, gluing, finishing and assembling your rod with guidance from experienced rod builders.

Limited to only four participants, this immersive class offers plenty of individual instruction. No previous woodworking or rod-building experience is required. You will leave Pagosa Springs with a handcrafted bamboo fly rod, an understanding of the craftsmanship behind it and an heirloom your family can fish with for generations.

Earlier Event: October 23
Vienna Boys Choir