Fly Fishing: The Art of Deception
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exhibition overview

Presented by the world-renowned The Fly Shop of Redding, CA, Fly Fishing: The Art of Deception celebrates the beauty, the mystery and the historical significance of north state fly-fishing. Explore a pastime rich in history, artistry, and one that has spawned a worldwide industry unlike any other.

Fly-fishing is much more than a sport - it is an art, a craft, and a science. People have been casting imitation insects upon the water, hoping to hook a big one, for thousands of years.  From bamboo to graphite, horsehair to nylon, barbed hooks to “catch and release,” this exhibition explores the biology, history, and technology of this popular pastime. Meet some of the insects fly tiers work so hard to imitate, and take a close look at how those imitations are made. Get up close and personal with the life cycle of trout. Learn the unique history of our local Rainbow Trout, the most famous and widely distributed trout it the world, and discover why the Lower Sacramento River, right outside our door, is such a special place in the fly-fishing world.

This original exhibition will provide visitors of all ages with an in-depth look at why fly-fishing is about more than just catching fish. It is a family-friendly way to experience the great outdoors and learn about the environment, while helping to promote habitat and species conservation.

Other exhibition elements include:

  • Every Saturday and Sunday, January 28 through April 15th, from 12 p.m to 3 p.m.
  • The Shasta Trinity Fly Fishers Fly Tying Expo - February 18 & 19 (10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. & 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.). Learn to cast, or tie a fly with elite fly tyers from northern California and Oregon!

Special support provided by Five Star Bank.  Supporting sponsorship provided by Best Western Plus - Hilltop Inn / C.R. Gibbs American Grille.  Additional support provided by Haedrich & Co., Inc. - Commercial Real Estate,
O2 Staffing & Teamwork HR

 

Images courtesy Craig Ballenger