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Jack’s Knot

There are fishing knots and then there is “Jack’s Knot”.  Fly fisher extraordinaire and Derby City Fly Fishers member Jack Miller has invented probably the best and simplest terminal knot ever.  He has extended his knot tying techniques and has developed line to line knots as well.  He has also develop a fantastic level leader concept for indicator fishing that you’ll want to check out

There are three ways to learn the knot.  You can check out the Orvis website here at “Jack’s Knots”.  There are also You Tube Videos if you google Jack’s Knot.  The third and probably best option is attend any of the DCFF meetings or instructional outings and ask around — someone will be there that can show you how to tie it.  (Note: You might want to bring some fly line or tippet line with you for option three. Even though we’re avid fly fishers we don’t normally carry fly line with us unless we are fishing or instructing.)

Upcoming Events

May 17
10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Quest Outdoors Fly Tying

May 21
May 21 - May 23

Green River Trip 2025 (Canceled)

May 21
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Monthly Meeting-Outdoor

May 25
May 25 - May 31

Michigan Anglers Base Camp (week3)

May 28
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Fly Tying – Cabela’s

May 29
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Fly Tying – Bass Pro

Jun 4
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Board of Directors Meeting

Jun 5
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Kentuckiana Fly tyers Fly Tying Night

Jun 6
10:30 am - 3:00 pm

KDFW Pfeiffer Hatchery Tour / Stream Fishing Day Trip

Jun 7
June 7 - June 14

Canada-Water Falls Lodge, Spanish Ontario

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