The Hen Hopper

For the 2026-2027 season we are again holding the event on the First Monday of the month.

This months Pub & Dub will be Monday, Sept 7th at 6:00 PM in the loft area at the rear of the taproom at the Gilded Goat Brewery and Taproom, 3500 S. College Ave in Fort Collins.  Come and join us for an evening of socialization, swapping fish stories from your summer and maybe even learning a new pattern. 

“Pub-N-Dub” is a free event hosted by the Rocky Mountain Flycasters TU Chapter for members and friends to meet, have a beverage and tie flies. Marty Staab will designate a “Fly of the Month”, and the Chapter provides all tying materials (vises and tools as needed) along with video tying instructions on the big screen TV. Tyers of all abilities are welcome, and first time tyers will find themselves surrounded by others happy to assist. 

Please RSVP to Marty (Pub-n-Dub@rmftu.org) before each session, and let him know if you need a loaner vise or tools.

Please thank and support our hosts at Gilded Goat Brewery and Taproom by purchasing a beverage.

This Months Pattern: The Hen Hopper

The Hen Hopper

It's hopper season. The Hen Hopper name is dedicated to the hen pheasant that supplies these beautiful underwing feathers, but any of a variety of soft hackles will make your fly stand out. Pink under tan is a combination that made its chops on the Bighorn River a while back, and it has traveled well since.

Instructions: Hen Hopper tips WEB.pdf

Video:‍ ‍Hen Hopper - YouTube