“Rising to the Occasion:

Mastering Dry Flies and Emergers”

Guest Speaker: Tim Cammisa

Oct 15th, 2025

For our October meeting we are pleased to have Tim Cammisa present “Rising to the Occasion: Mastering Dry Flies and Emergers.” In this presentation, Tim will take us through mayflies and caddisflies, concentrating on the reasons they're vulnerable to trout. Tips, techniques, and gear will be discussed to identify the stages, fish them more successfully, and purchase or tie flies to effectively match the nuances of each. Tim will also share current flies and techniques to imitate the stages, helping you to catch more trout.

Tim, the force behind "Trout and Feather," has dedicated over a decade to producing educational flytying and fly-fishing videos, enriching enthusiasts worldwide. With a background as a seasoned fly-fishing guide and teacher, Tim is a sought-after presenter and tier at prestigious events like The Fly Fishing Show and International Fly Tying Symposium, as well as club gatherings nationwide.

His passion for angling transcends borders, leading flyfishing trips to coveted destinations like Iceland and Alaska. Tim’s first book, Fly Tying for Everyone, covers a wide range of topics essential for mastering the art of fly tying, including materials, tools, techniques, and patterns. His second book, Tying Euro Nymphs and Other Competition Favorites, focuses on the popular style of Euro nymphing and the flies being used by today’s top competitors.

Tim resides in Harmony, Pennsylvania, with his wife, Heather, and their children, Angelo and Fina. Follow Tim Cammisa on all the social media platforms and improve your fly fishing: www.troutandfeather.com.

Tim will present via Zoom from his home in Pennsylvania.

– Scott Cernich