Im in .

I'd like to call on 12 fly tyers to join in what has become our annual FLY SWAP, Sign in by Feb. 29,2012.All flies due in by March 15th.

TYER                                     FLY TYPE                          SIZE                            RECIEVED                                   MAILED


1. Ol JW
2. the rod tosser
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You can PM or post, please include fly type,size. I will as before handle the mailings, entry's and photo's. All flies should be shipped with insurance. I will PM the mailing address to each tyer at a later date.

TYER FLY TYPE SIZE RECIEVED MAILED


1. Ol JW
2. the rod tosser
3. TallCrane
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I'll join in.  Any theme? Or free for all?

JustDave

Last year we did both, any one who wanted to do the theme could or they could do tye whatever they wanted. We want every one to be able to participate . We could do a simple type of theme like streamers or do a specif material or color theme . I am willing to join a theme .

Heck, I haven't done a fly swap for awhile. I'm in. I know what works great around here, hopefully the same patterns are good elsewhere. Dries or wet or choice.

I'm new to the swap idea. How many flies are we talking about? I can see that the minimum would be 11 ,

we each tye 12 and get one of are own back it makes it easier on the host .

here are a few we did  in  the past
 fly swap 2010  http://www.fishingclub.com/my-nafc/.../aft/32679




(url) 2011 fly swap http://www.fishingclub.com/my-nafc/...8506(/url)

I borrowed this and edited it slightly, but for all you interested, here are the basic rules:



There are a lot of new swappers poping up now and that is great I have had a lot of questions sent to me about being in and hosting swaps, so I figured I would post this again. I am not an expert and not the rule of thumb here.

The most important thing I consider in being in a swap is have fun, be patient and communicate, ask for help when you need it.

Here are some helpful things to consider when joining or hosting a swap. John

These are suggestions, that will help Swapmeisters (host) and tiers to have a pleasureable swap and a good time.

It is important that Swapmeisters and Tiers communicate with each other thru PM or on the BB. Swapmeisters it is a good idea to check your post at least once a day, to see if you have any more swappers that have signed up, or in case any of your swappers have questions.

1- Swapmeister- When you post your swap, give a signup deadline, and a deadline for the flies to be in. Give instructions on what type of flies to tie. Give a total on the number of tiers for the swap. Give a total for the amount of flies needed for the swap. Give your instruction for mailing in flies. I usually post my addy after I have all tiers signed up. But if you are uncomfortable posting your addy you can also PM your addy to them. When the swap is full post on the BB it is full so other tiers won't be waisting there time trying to join the swap.

2- Tiers- When you join a swap please adhere to the deadlines. Post what type of fly you will be tying. (I also like to post the recipe for the fly I will be tying.) Please use PM 0r BB with the Swapmeister for communications about the swap.

3- Tiers- either post on the BB when you have mailed in your flies or PM the Swapmeister.

4- Tiers- When mailing your flies, please send them in a strong enough and big enough box to protect them and to hold all of the flies you will be receiving back. Mark the box with your name and address and your on line nickname. Mail them at least 10 days before the end of the swap so they will get to the Swapmiester by the deadline date or earlier.

5- Tiers- include in with your flies a self addressed envelope that is strong enough for the fly box you send and will receive back. Include postage (please do not use metered mail strips on return envelopes) in the proper amount to send the flies back to you. I also add Delivery Confirmaton to mine. I also put my online name on both envelopes. Plus the swap name.

6- Tiers- if you want your flies sent back to you Priority Mail be sure to include enough postage to cover the increased cost over First Class Postage.

7- Tiers- include with your flies a toetag (small piece of paper) with the name of the fly, your name or handle, and your email addy so the other tiers can email you for the fly tying instructions.

8- Swapmeister- when you receive flies from the tiers, let them know on the BB or PM them that you have received them.

9- Swapmeister- once you receive all flies from all tiers sort them, get them all packaged up and deleiver them to the post office in a timely manner. Notify all tiers either on the BB or by PM that you have mailed out the flies to them.

10-Tiers- when you receive the swap flies back in the mail notify the Swapmeister on the BB or by PM that you have received them.

11-Swapmeister when the swap is over and all have received there flies, if you can, post a pic of the swap flies on my site. Then mark your post as Swap Completed.

12-Above all else everyone have a lot of fun with the swap and be open to suggestions and comments, we can all learn from each other.

And we're off to a great start, 7 slots open, If you have never swapped before, this is a way to get some flies ,you might not think to tie yourself, Not to mention, each tied by a N.A.F.C. member.Send in a dozen,Get a dozen! Doesn't get any easier then that.
Open to all skill levels and type of fly. Dust off that vise, pry open that jar of head cement, An get on this list! 

I'd like to call on 12 fly tyers to join in what has become our annual FLY SWAP, Sign in by Feb. 29,2012.All flies due in by March 15th.

TYER                                              FLY TYPE                       SIZE                        RECIEVED               MAILED


1. Ol JW
2. the rod tosser
3. tallcrane1
4. JustDave
5. Troutinator
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12.

You can PM or post, please include fly type,size. I will as before handle the mailings, entry's and photo's. All flies should be shipped with insurance. I will PM the mailing address to each tyer at a later date.

I'd like to get in with a size 12 streamer. I'm awaiting further info. Thanks for the opportunity.

Man...this sounds like fun! I'm not a fly tier, so I can't participate, but I will hang out and watch. One question: When the flies are all tied, do you post pics?

I would like to participate in the swap. Let me know the theme.

'd like to call on 12 fly tyers to join in what has become our annual FLY SWAP, Sign in by Feb. 29,2012.All flies due in by March 15th.

TYER                                            FLY TYPE                           SIZE                      RECIEVED                         MAILED


1. Ol JW
2. the rod tosser
3. tallcrane1
4. JustDave
5. Troutinator
6. hamels                                  Streamer                              # 12
7. Huntingducks117
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You can PM or post, please include fly type,size. I will as before handle the mailings, entry's and photo's. All flies should be shipped with insurance. I will PM the mailing address to each tyer at a later date.

hamels,Huntingducks117, Welcome aboard.List has updated. Will PM the needed details. So now we're down to 5 slots left.What a great way to start 2012. Think Spring!
Ol J.W.

Thanks mo65,
Keep watching for the updates,an yes we always post the pics for all members! You can view some of the earlier swaps as well.
If you ever even thought you might like to try fly tying, this group of tyer's is one of the best, we're happy to help with the basic of questions. With a small set of tying tools and materials, you'll find a rewarding effort, you get what you put into it.
But I gotta warn you, try it and you just might find yourself....... HOOKED!


 
Ol J.W.

Thanks J.W.! Hee hee...just what I need...another fishing related obsession! I checked out the links that rod tosser posted...very interesting. I'm just starting with a fly rod, I give a new meaning to the word "novice". Can't wait to see this years entries, have fun guys!
         

As of today we still need 5 tyer's. e-mail/reply or post, get on this list.DEADLINE FEB.29,2012, Flies are do by March 15th,2012.
There's plenty of time to get in on this swap, but if your a fly tyer,you don't want to miss this.
e-mail/reply or post.

Ol J.W.