January Fly Tying Night - Hothead Pearl Bird's Nest + Perdigon

We're back for a new year of the Fly Tying Meetup in 2026! Join us every 4th Thursday as we gather to tie flies, share tips, and connect with fellow fly fishing enthusiasts!

This event is free, but space at the tying table is limited - please RSVP at info@ncriversandridges.com to save your seat! Everyone is welcome to attend, socialize and watch - even if you are not tying.

For beginners interested in tying fundamentals, stop by Carolina Mountain Sports before the event. Shop owner Richard Griggs is happy to help share the basics of tying to get you started.
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This month, we are tying the Hothead Pearl Bird's Nest and a Perdigon.

Bring your vise, tools, and materials. If you don’t have everything you need, no worries, materials will be available for purchase on-site at Carolina Mountain Sports and we'll have some on hand as well. Drinks available for purchase at Wine Maestro next door to bring over to the meetup!

Details:
When: January 22, 2026 6:30PM
Where: Carolina Mountain Sports
What to Bring: Your vise, tools, and materials (or purchase on-site). See below for materials list.
Extras: Drinks available next door at Wine Maestro

For the Hothead Pearl Bird's Nest, you'll need...
Hook: Caddis-pupa hook (such as TMC 2457), sizes 12-16
Bead: Hot pink or orange tungsten bead, size to match the hook
Thread: Olive, 8/0 or 70-denier
Tail + Wings: Mallard flank fibers
Body: White Hends Pearl Quill or vinyl rib - small
Thorax/veil 1+2: any buggy-style dubbing - tan or olive
Collar: Peacock herl

For the Perdigon, you'll need...
Hook: MFC 7220 jig hook (60 degree) size 16-18
Bead: tungsten Hanak, size to fit hook; color to match
Tail: Whiting tailing feathers
Body: Medium holographic tinsel, color of choice; choice of thread
Solarez + UV Light

As always, substitute materials/sizes/colors however you like, or with whatever you have on hand that still does the trick. We'll also have a few of them on hand to share if you're missing something.

We can’t wait to see you there!