Craig J

Well as an update. I tried it with deer hair, but may have nuked it too long. It took the dye very well, and I have 3 great colors, but the hair is very stiff and brittle. Going to have to experiment some more.

That is a beauty, Nice!

Thank you Mike and Rob! Rob, that site is awesome! I am learning so much as i am a noob! I didnt get my deer hair today, so i tested it out on some pieces of goose feathers that i have. I had some Cherry Kool Aid in the cupboard, and tested it. The dark grey feathers turned into a rusty brown color. I am no expert, but they seem to be a great color for using as crayfish ties. Again my thanks!

Has anyone ever tried this? http://www.fieldandstream.com/blogs/fishing/2010/11/how-dye-deer-hair-kool-aid-flies-and-lures I might have some free deer hair coming my way tomorrow. Any suggestions or advice would be appreciated.

Thank you everyone for the nice welcome. And yes i would really like to attend some outings, and meetings. And to Mike, as soon as work picks up for me, I will definitely want to become a member. Craig

All i can say is wow! This is my type of fishing website/group. I hope this is the right place to post this topic. I enjoy fishing for all species of fish, but smallies are always on the top of my list. But what really catches my eye about this site is the importance of conservation. So i figured i would introduce myself here. I have been fishing since i was a kid. Lets just say 30+ years...hehe. I mostly use spinning gear; but if my budget allows, i will be purchasing my first fly rod this year. But i do tie my own heavier gear that i can use with a spinning rod. I was fishing the K3 today, and a group of other guys I was walking past gave me the 'look'. I was carrying my gear and a bucket back to the truck. They approached me as i was getting near my truck, and asked me if i had many fish in my bucket. Well to their surprise, I dumped my bucket full of trash that i picked up along the banks into the dumpster. After they saw that, we had a nice conversation. We all were getting skunked today. (Well I know I did lol) But anyways...thanks for accepting my app. to these forums. Tight Lines to all. Craig