Calendar - Tyler Befus

Tyler's Calendar

Come and meet Tyler Befus at one of the many fishing or outdoor shows, fishing clubs, fly shops or fly fishing events around the country where he can be found giving programs, tying flies or signing books. Listed are Tyler's upcoming events. Come and say hello and talk to Tyler about what a great adventure fly fishing is.

GRTU Troutfest

Come join me and GRTU chapter members and their families for a relaxing, fun-filled weekend on the shores of the Guadalupe. It's a chance for you and your kids to learn more about trout and trout fishing in a scenic, relaxed setting, with lots of free activities for the whole family. You'll also have the chance to bid on some great items in the silent auction, with the proceeds going to fund the chapter's youth education and conservation projects. So join us on the Guad for a wonderful weekend.

See Tyler Befus on Friday, February 18, 2011 in GRTU - San Antoio, Texas

Bass Pro Shops Spring Fishing Classic

Come stop by the store. I will be tying flies and signing books and DVD's from 1pm until 4pm. See you there!

See Tyler Befus on Saturday, February 26, 2011 in Bass Pro Shops, Denver, Colorado

Colusa Flycasters Banquet

My dad and I will be doing an evening program on "Fly Fishing in Japan" for the Colusa County Flycasters startign at 6:30pm. Hope to see you there it will be a great event and fundraiser for the fish.

Kiene's Fly Shop Fly Tying, Casting and Book Signing

Hope to see you at Kiene's Fly Shop from 10:00am until 1:00pm. I will be tying some of my favorite flies, doing an introduction to fly casting demonstration and signing some of my books and DVD's.

US Youth National Fly Fishing Championships

Venue: Spring Creek (2 Sections) and Bald Eagle Creek below Milesburg (2 Sessions)

Age of Participants: 14 - 18

Entry Fee: $275.00

Participation in a Clinic sponsored by the USYFFT is required

Meals included

Accommodations available at the Ramada Inn, State College PA

Number of Participants is limited to 48.

Deadline is May 15, 2011

Check in by 6:30PM Monday, June 20 at the Ramada Inn

Draw/Captains meeting - 7:00PM Monday at the Ramada Inn Conference Room

There will be four sessions - two on Tuesday and two on Wednesday

Conservation Session and Awards Luncheon on Thursday

The top twelve finishers selected to the 2012 team.

Western Colorado Fly Fising Expo

A full day of fly tying demonstrations, programs, classes and fun. There is a great kids program to learn fly tying and fly casting. Bring your whole family for a day of fly fishing activities.

Fly Tying Demo & Book Signing at Laughing Grizzly Fly Shop

I will be doing a fly tying demonstration and book signing from 10am until 12pm. Come stop by.

Anglers All Fly Fishing Clave

Fly tying, fly casting and book signing. See you there.

Angler's All - Kid's Fly Fishing School

Contact Anglers All to sign up or have your questions answered.

5211 S. Santa Fe Dr.
Littleton, CO 80120
Toll Free:  1-800-327-5014
Local:  303-794-1104
Fax:  303-730-8932

Team USA Fly Fishing Clinic

The U S Youth Fly Fishing Team is tentatively planning a clinic in Colorado May 14 - 15 on the South Platte ("The Dream Stream" River at the Hartsel Spring Ranch. The clinic will be hosted by Dave Pehle, Co-Director of the America Cup. Instructors include Dave Pehle, and Ron Kolanda from the US Fly Fishing Team.

Teva Mountain Games - Maui JimTwo Fly X-Stream

The Teva Mountain Games Maui Jim 2 Fly X-Stream Fishing Competition (“2 Fly X-Stream”) will start with casting. Each angler will attempt casts at targets for accuracy as well as a judged distance cast. The top twenty men and the top five women will then move to the bridge over Gore Creek itself and again cast for accuracy. The top ten men and the top two women will move on to the Finals! The Finals will consist of a timed float trip on a TBD river with two competitors per boat. Anglers will only be able to use two patterns. One pattern, two different sizes? One dry pattern, one dropper pattern? Finalists make this call. Total of six flies. Minimum, and maximum, of two patterns. Total points, based on fish count and size, will win the Grand Prize. There will also be prizes for the second and third place finishers. Another cash prize will be awarded to the angler, man or woman, who lands and releases the largest fish! A maximum of 80 anglers will compete in the casting qualifier, 25 make it to the semi-finals, and 10 make it to the boats.

Angler's All - Kid's Fly Fishing School

Contact Anglers All to sign up or have your questions answered.

5211 S. Santa Fe Dr.
Littleton, CO 80120
Toll Free:  1-800-327-5014
Local:  303-794-1104
Fax:  303-730-8932

Angler's All - Kid's Fly Fishing School

Contact Anglers All to sign up or have your questions answered.

5211 S. Santa Fe Dr.
Littleton, CO 80120
Toll Free:  1-800-327-5014
Local:  303-794-1104
Fax:  303-730-8932

International Fly Tackle Dealer Sho

International Fly Tackle Dealer Show

See Tyler Befus on Thursday, August 18, 2011 in New Orleans Convention Center, New Orleans, LA

America Cup International Fly Fishing Tounament

THE AMERICA CUP INTERNATIONAL FLY FISHING TOURNAMENT
The America Cup is a 5-person 16-team, catch and release, fly fishing event. In past years we have hosted international teams from Poland, Ireland, Hungary, Japan and Australia as well as US Teams including USA Youth Fly Fishing Team, Colorado Youth Team, Team North Carolina, Team Wyoming, Team Stonefly and Team USA, to name a few. Bred Befus is returning to coach the Colorado Youth Team, which includes, son Tyler. Youth focused competition is vital for the growth of the sport, and is of great importance to The America Cup. An adaptive Team that includes Para-Olympian Sarah Will, Tred Barta from Versus Television and Canadian Lawrence Euteneier of theblindfishingboat.com, are scheduled to compete again in 2011.
We are the 3rd largest Fips-Mouche style fly fishing tournament in the world with 80 Anglers competing for 3 days. The America Cup promotes aquatic nuisance species awareness, fly fishing, tourism, resource protection/stabilization and international good will.

2012 GRTU Troutfest

Saturday, February 25th 9am-5pm Texas Hill Country Casting Games (casting game area) -hosted by the Austin Fly Fishers Casting Games were a great addition to Troutfest last year . These games present opportunities for both the experienced and beginner as they progress through five different casting challenges encountered in the Texas Hill Country. Two kinds of participation are offered. Individuals can compete with other participants. The prize for best score will be a TFO rod of your choice. A $10 donation to GRTU is required to enter the competition portion of this event. Individuals will also be encouraged to use the course for free to improve their casting as they learn the games. Loaner rods will be available for use by participants in the games. 9am-10am “An Overview of the Guadalupe River Rainbow Trout Fishery” (meeting hall) TPWD District Fisheries Biologist, Magnelia will discuss the state of the rainbow trout fishery in the Guadalupe River and some of the research the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is conducting on the river. 9am-10am “Fishing Casts” (on the water casting area) Guide/author Pat Dorsey will demonstrate some of favorite casts that he uses and he has perfected during his 20+ years of guiding. 9am-10am Kids Fly Casting Clinic (casting area) Certified Federation of Fly Fishers- Casting Instructors, Jim Bass and Gary Davison with the assistance of Tyler Befus, will teach a youth fly casting clinic. 9am-10am “Competative Fly Fishing and Fly Casting” (Tent B) Noah Thompson will discuss competitive flyfishing and he will cover the basic framework of how competitive flyfishing is structured, as well as what it takes to excel on a world level. Noah will give a brief over view of his experience participating on the US Youth Fly-Fishing Team, how it's improved many aspects of his game, competitive techniques, and what the game is all about. Join Noah while he shares his passion and experiences as part of the US Youth Fly-Fishing Team. 10am-11am “A Kids Fly Fishing Adventure- It’s More Than Catching Fish” (Tent B) Tyler Befus introduces fly fishing at the sport’s most basic level in this program. He provides a simple definition of fly fishing and the key components of the sport - the fish, the equipment and the flies. Tying your own flies is discussed as well as the many adventures of fly fishing which include travel, new friends you meet along the way, the time spent fly fishing with family and friends, wildlife and just being outdoors experiencing what the sport of fly fishing has to offer. Come begin your adventure today! 10am-11am “How to Teach Your Souse, Girlfriend, or Child to Cast” (casting area) FFF Certified Casting Instructor and owner of Inn on the Llano River, Raye Carringtwill share some the secrets she has learned through years of casting instruction that will help you more successfully teach your loved ones to fly cast. 10am-11am “Tying Brad’s Favorites” (meeting hall) Join fly tier/author Brad Befus while he demonstrates how to tie some of his favorite carp fly designs that are featured with Umpqua Feather Merchants. 10:30am “Introduction to Fly Tying” (Umpqua Fly Tying Tent) 11:30am So you would like to learn how to tie flies? Well, here is your chance. Join TPWD and the Fredricksburg Fly Fishers for a free introductory class on the basics of fly tying. 11am-12am Fly Fishing Colorado’s Best Trout Streams (meeting hall) Guide Pat Dorsey will give an a program on some Colorado's best trout streams, freestone and tailwaters. Tactics, fly selections, seasonal strategies, all will be covered. 11am-12pm “Competative Fly Fishing and Fly Casting” (Tent B) Noah Thompson will discuss competitive flyfishing and he will cover the basic framework of how competitive flyfishing is structured, as well as what it takes to excel on a world level. Noah will give a brief over view of his experience participating on the US Youth Fly-Fishing Team, how it's improved many aspects of his game, competitive techniques, and what the game is all about. Join Noah while he shares his passion and experiences as part of the US Youth Fly-Fishing Team. 12:30 pm “ Guides of the Guadalupe River Q&A Discussion Panel” - 1:30pm (on the water casting area) Join some of our local guide for an interactive open discussion on fishing the Guadalupe River below Canyon Dam. This will be a question and answer format. So please bring a list of questions and interact with the guides and learn some of their techniques and tactics. 12:30pm “2012 Trout Unlimited National Conservation Projects” -1:30pm (Meeting hall) Bryan Moore, Vice President for Volunteer Operations & Watershed Programs will discuss the various conservation efforts and special projects TU National is focused on throughout the US for 2012 and beyond. As an affiliate of GRTU part of your membership dues contribute to the efforts of TU National. 1:30pm- “A Kids Fly Fishing Adventure- It’s More Than Catching 2:30pm Fish” (Tent B) Tyler Befus introduces fly fishing at the sport’s most basic level in this program. He provides a simple definition of fly fishing and the key components of the sport - the fish, the equipment and the flies. Tying your own flies is discussed as well as the many adventures of fly fishing which include travel, new friends you meet along the way, the time spent fly fishing with family and friends, wildlife and just being outdoors experiencing what the sport of fly fishing has to offer. Come begin your adventure today! 1:30pm “Spey Casting Demonstration” (casting area) -2:30pm Join FFF Certified Casting Instructors Jim Bass and Gary Davison for demonstration on how to Spey Cast with emphasis on the essential mechanics of the Spey Cast. 1:30pm “How to Tie Pat’s Original’s” (meeting hall) 2:30pm Join Colorado guide, Pat Dorsey while he demonstrates how to tie some of his favorite original fly patterns for trout, which can also be found in his book “Tying and Fishing Tailwater Flies.” Although Pat no longer has time to tie flies commercially, he once produced over 28,000 flies in a year! Pat is also a fly designer for Umpqua Feather Merchants. 2:30pm “Fly Fishing for Carp” (meeting hall) 3:30pm Author, fly designer, and Ross Reels sales manager, Brad Befus give a presentation on pursuing Carp on the fly. Brad will discuss some of his proven Carp techniques andUmpqua Carp fly patterns. After his program pick up a copy of the book he co-authored, “Carp on the Fly” and continue your pursuit ofthe, as some call them, “freshwater Permit”, CARP!!! 3:00pm “Introduction to Fly Tying” (Umpqua Fly Tying Tent) -4:00pm So you would like to learn how to tie flies? Well, here is your chance. Join TPWD and the Fredricksburg Fly Fishers for a free introductory class on the basics of fly tying. 3:30pm “Fly Fishing Northern New Mexico” (meeting hall) -4:30pm Guide/owner, Doc Thompson of High Country Anglers will give presentation on the flyfishing opportunitiesavailable in Northern New Mexico where he has guided for many years. During his presentation he will share some of his proven techiques and patterns for this area. 4:00pm “Fly Casting Demonstration” (casting area) -5:00pm Tyler Befus, at the age of 13 has casting skills that we all inspire to have. Join him for a casting demo while he discusses the finer points of fly casting and things one might do to improve your casting abilities. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26TH 9am-4pm Texas Hill Country Casting Games (casting game area) -hosted by the Austin Fly Fishers Casting Games were a great addition to Troutfest last year . These games present opportunities for both the experienced and beginner as they progress through five different casting challenges encountered in the Texas Hill Country. Two kinds of participation are offered. Individuals can compete with other participants. The prize for best score will be a TFO rod of your choice. A $10 donation to GRTU is required to enter the competition portion of this event. Individuals will also be encouraged to use the course for free to improve their casting as they learn the games. Loaner rods will be available for use by participants in the games. 9am-10am “Guide Flies” (meeting hall) Pat Dorsey will demonstrate how to tie and rig a few a few of his favorite, as refers to them, “Guide Flies”. These fly patterns are very effective on the Guad, so come learn and then go fill up your fly box! 9am-10am Kids Fly Casting Clinic (casting area) Certified Federation of Fly Fishers- Casting Instructors, Jim Bass and Gary Davison with the assistance of Tyler Befus, will teach a youth fly casting clinic. 9am-10am “Competative Fly Fishing and Fly Casting” (meeting hall) Noah Thompson will discuss competitive flyfishing and he will cover the basic framework of how competitive flyfishing is structured, as well as what it takes to excel on a world level. Noah will give a brief over view of his experience participating on the US Youth Fly-Fishing Team, how it's improved many aspects of his game, competitive techniques, and what the game is all about. Join Noah while he shares his passion and experiences as part of the US Youth Fly-Fishing Team. 10am-11am “A Kids Fly Fishing Adventure- It’s More Than Catching Fish” (Tent B) Tyler Befus introduces fly fishing at the sport’s most basic level in this program. He provides a simple definition of fly fishing and the key components of the sport - the fish, the equipment and the flies. Tying your own flies is discussed as well as the many adventures of fly fishing which include travel, new friends you meet along the way, the time spent fly fishing with family and friends, wildlife and just being outdoors experiencing what the sport of fly fishing has to offer. Come begin your adventure today! 10am-11am “Fly Fishing For Pike” (meeting hall) Join Brad Befus for a presentation on the pursuit of Pike on the fly. He will cover patterns, techniques, and destinations. Brad’s passion for pike most be a family thing, Brad’s brother owns and operate “Midnight Sun Trophy Pike Adventures” in Alaska. Midnight Sun is featured in the recent Confluence film, “Connect”. 10:30am “Introduction to Fly Tying” (Umpqua Fly Tying Tent) 11:30am So you would like to learn how to tie flies? Well, here is your chance. Join TPWD and the Fredricksburg Fly Fishers for a free introductory class on the basics of fly tying. 11am-12pm “An Overview of the Guadalupe River Rainbow Trout Fishery” by TPWD District Fisheries Biologist Steve Magnelia (Meeting Hall) Steve will discuss the state of the rainbow trout fishery in the Guadalupe River and some of the research the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department have conducted on the river. 11:00am “Casting and Fishing Nymphs Effectively” -12:00am (on the water casting area) Pat demonstrates and explains how to improve your catch while nymphing. Pat will share some of his tricks, tips, and techniques. In addition to the casts Pat explains the importance of the approach and casting position in preventing drag. After this program you will want to pick up a copy of his DVD, “Nymphing Strategies”. 11am “Competative Fly Fishing and Fly Casting” -12pm (Tent B) Noah Thompson will discuss competitive flyfishing and he will cover the basic framework of how competitive flyfishing is structured, as well as what it takes to excel on a world level. Noah will give a brief over view of his experience participating on the US Youth Fly-Fishing Team, how it's improved many aspects of his game, competitive techniques, and what the game is all about. Join Noah while he shares his passion and experiences as part of the US Youth Fly-Fishing Team. 12:30 pm “ Guides of the Guadalupe River Q&A Discussion Panel” - 1:30pm (on the water casting area) Join some of our local guide for an interactive open discussion on fishing the Guadalupe River below Canyon Dam. This will be a question and answer format. So please bring a list of questions and interact with the guides and learn some of their techniques and tactics. 12:30pm “Opportunities with TU National” 1:30pm (meeting hall) -Presented by Beverly Lane Smith, Director of Volunteer Operations “It sure would be neat to work for TU National.” Many fishermen have probably made this statement at sometime. Here is the time to ask questions of not only the volunteer opportunities out there,but also learn what it might take to work as an employee of or intern with TU National. Also learn how to get involved in TU conservation projects in other areas of the US. 1:30pm- “A Kids Fly Fishing Adventure- It’s More Than Catching 2:30pm Fish” (Tent B) Tyler Befus introduces fly fishing at the sport’s most basic level in this program. He provides a simple definition of fly fishing and the key components of the sport - the fish, the equipment and the flies. Tying your own flies is discussed as well as the many adventures of fly fishing which include travel, new friends you meet along the way, the time spent fly fishing with family and friends, wildlife and just being outdoors experiencing what the sport of fly fishing has to offer. Come begin your adventure today! 1:30pm “Spey Casting Demonstration” (on the water casting area) -2:30pm Join FFF Certified Casting Instructors Jim Bass and Gary Davison for demonstration on how to Spey Cast with emphasis on the essential mechanics of the Spey Cast. 1:30pm “Fly Fishing Western Tailwaters” by Pat Dorsey -2:30pm(Meeting Hall) Join Pat’s presentation and learn of his proven Western tailwaters techniques, fly patterns of choice, and recommended tailwaters you might fish. In addition to Pat guiding about 200 days a year, he also writes the central Rocky Mountain stream report that monitors stream flows and conditions on the Blue, Colorado, South Platte (Cheesman, Deckers, Spinney Mountain Ranch, and Elevenmile Canyon), North Fork of the South Platte, and Williams Fork rivers. Pat’s comprehensive book “Fly Fishing Tailwaters” is definitely a resource to add to your collection. 2:30pm “Fly Fishing Colorado’s Gunnison River Basin ” by Brad Befus -3:30pm (Meeting Hall) Brad’s program will cover the diversity of the Gunnison River basin from it's small headwaters to the famous Black Canyon. Brad takes you through the fly fishing season and the many opportunities the Gunnison basin has to offer the fly fisher. The Gunnison River drainage is one of Colorado's premier locations and has something to offer for any level of angler. Learn the best time to fish key hatches, avoid the crowds and some back country adventures that will put you in the heart of the Colorado Rockies. 3pm-4pm “Introduction to Fly Tying” (Umpqua Fly Tying Tent) So you would like to learn how to tie flies? Well, here is your chance. Join TPWD and the Fredricksburg Fly Fishers for a free introductory class on the basics of fly tying.

See Tyler Befus on Friday, February 24, 2012 in New Braunfels, Texas

LL Bean Fishing Weekend

I will be presnting and teaching fly casting at teh 2012 LL Bean Fishing Weekend from March 16th - 18th at teh Freeport, Maine store. See you there.

Great Waters Fly Fishing Expo

The Great Waters Expo has always been a celebration of fly fishing, its environs and the people who share in its majesty. The sport and its practitioners were Tom Helgeson’s passion, his love and his family. Whatever you want to know about the sport of fly fishing, we’ve got it covered — the species we fish for, the flies we tie and use, tactics and techniques, fly fishing destinations … and the stewardship we practice to keep our streams, rivers and lakes pristine. Keep checking back here for updates about the show. http://greatwatersflyfishingexpo.com/Home.html

See Tyler Befus on Sunday, March 25, 2012 in Great Waters Fly Fishing Expo, Blaine, MN

Northwest Sportsman's Show

I will be helping out in the Discover Fly Fishing area along with my sisters. Come stop by. Here is some information about this show - Whether you’re an avid outdoorsman or are just looking for a way to escape winter for the day, the Progressive® Insurance Northwest Sportshow is YOUR show! This annual 5-day event turns the Minneapolis Convention Center into a one-stop marketplace for outdoor fun— the best place to see and buy everything you need for your outdoor adventures! See and board hundreds of boats and explore the latest model RVs. Find gear and accessories for every outdoor activity imaginable, from boating, fishing and hunting to RVing, camping and more.

See Tyler Befus on Thursday, March 29, 2012 in Northwest Sportsman's Show, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Team USA Youth North Carolina Clinic

USA Youth Fly Fishing Team clinic in North Carolina. More info soon.

US Youth National Championships

US Youth National Championships. More information coming soon.

2012 America Cup International Fly Fishing Competition

The America Cup International Fly Fishing Tournament is pleased to invite you to one of the best fly fishing venues in the United States. Held in the uber mountain town of Vail, Colorado in Eagle County USA. September 20-23, 2012. This is a 5 person team event, based on FIPS Mouche rules. Beats will be set on each river with Controllers. We are including two Loch Style venues this year - boat rules. A valid Colorado fishing license is needed to compete which needs to be purchased by each Competitor. The America Cup Trophy will be given to the winning team and winning individual. There will be medals awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams and individuals. Awards party in Vail is open to all!