Post by Admin on Nov 22, 2005 10:08:42 GMT 8
What is a fly swap?
A fly swap consists of a number of flytyers exchanging flies and tying techniques with each other. One of the tiers serves as the Swapmaster and coordinates the gathering and the distribution of all the flies for the rest of the swappers. Swaps are open to everyone and your level of tying skill is not a prerequisite.
1. Each swap has a specified Maximum number of Tiers. Some are small, others larger.
2. Each swap has a specified fly type or Theme. Please tie a fly that belongs to the Theme.
3. Registrations for a swap begin on the Swap StartDate - First Come, First Served. Sign up to receive email announcements of new swaps if you don't want to miss any opportunities to join.
4. How many flies will I have to tie?
The number of flies you need to tie can be determined by the Swapmaster when the Swap is established. Each Swap will list a Number of Tiers the swap is open to. You will need to Tie one fly for each person in the Swap.
5. How should I package my flies?
On each of your flies you should attach a rectangular tag stating your name or alias and your e-mail be sure to include the name of your pattern, so that all the flies can be identified by their recipients . Simply impale your fly into the tag. Do not attach tags with strings or wire, it causes a nasty mess of flies.
Next, place your flies in a crush-proof container. The swapmaster will use this container to send you the return Swap flies. Some of the other tiers may be tying flies that are larger than yours, so make sure your container can hold larger flies also. Containers that do not have compartments and that are flat such as plastic boxes are perfect.
6. Where to send to?
Since S'pore is so small, I think I'll have to ask Mr. Coho to see if we can use the shop as the central PO box, (good excuse to stock up on supplies too).
That's all I can come up with for the moment, please throw in some more ideas if you guys have any. The swap is all about fun and I think can be used to get those fingers into gear again and keep them well oiled. Plus, you might end up with some pretty interesting flies to your collection.
(Note: Posted on Alfie's behalf)
A fly swap consists of a number of flytyers exchanging flies and tying techniques with each other. One of the tiers serves as the Swapmaster and coordinates the gathering and the distribution of all the flies for the rest of the swappers. Swaps are open to everyone and your level of tying skill is not a prerequisite.
1. Each swap has a specified Maximum number of Tiers. Some are small, others larger.
2. Each swap has a specified fly type or Theme. Please tie a fly that belongs to the Theme.
3. Registrations for a swap begin on the Swap StartDate - First Come, First Served. Sign up to receive email announcements of new swaps if you don't want to miss any opportunities to join.
4. How many flies will I have to tie?
The number of flies you need to tie can be determined by the Swapmaster when the Swap is established. Each Swap will list a Number of Tiers the swap is open to. You will need to Tie one fly for each person in the Swap.
5. How should I package my flies?
On each of your flies you should attach a rectangular tag stating your name or alias and your e-mail be sure to include the name of your pattern, so that all the flies can be identified by their recipients . Simply impale your fly into the tag. Do not attach tags with strings or wire, it causes a nasty mess of flies.
Next, place your flies in a crush-proof container. The swapmaster will use this container to send you the return Swap flies. Some of the other tiers may be tying flies that are larger than yours, so make sure your container can hold larger flies also. Containers that do not have compartments and that are flat such as plastic boxes are perfect.
6. Where to send to?
Since S'pore is so small, I think I'll have to ask Mr. Coho to see if we can use the shop as the central PO box, (good excuse to stock up on supplies too).
That's all I can come up with for the moment, please throw in some more ideas if you guys have any. The swap is all about fun and I think can be used to get those fingers into gear again and keep them well oiled. Plus, you might end up with some pretty interesting flies to your collection.
(Note: Posted on Alfie's behalf)