Jack ties a fly

• Aug 23, 2009

• #1

jalawson

Senior Member

This day and age, I have been more than a little concerned about a sense of entitlement I see in younger generations. I am hoping I can prevent that problem with my own kids by keeping them active. I am more than pleased to say that they are all very interested in fishing. I think that fishing provides certain qualities in people that I want instilled in my kids; first and foremost: patience and discipline.

The other day, I bought a fly rod and a fly tying kit for my seven year old, Jackson. Yeah, I know, seven is too young, right?

This morning, I took him fishing at 4:30 a.m. We only fished early morning and returned to the house. Without prompting him whatsoever, this is how he spent the rest of his day:

 

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• Aug 23, 2009

• #2

jalawson

Senior Member

I'm very proud of him. I'm sure that the flies aren't tied correctly and his form isn't perfect. But he tied these flies all on his own and practiced in the back yard. Our horses seemed to like his form.

And I love the patience and discipline he displayed in an effort to further something he loves.

 

• Aug 23, 2009

• #3

F

fishlipps1952

Guest

really and truly, these days, and with this economy, fly fishing may well be one of the best things you could get your kid interested in....no boat required, and not a lot of expensive equipment....a rod(probably the biggest investment), a reel, some fly line, and some flies and popping bugs....and tying his own really gives him a chance to be creative, and give him a great sense of accomplishment..

back when i fished over at Neely-Henry a lot, i always carried my fly rod.....on slow bass days, i'd break it out and have a BLAST!!!...big bream, warmouths, and a bass once in a while....

well done!!...both of you!!

 

• Aug 23, 2009

• #4

Jeff C.

Chief Grass Master

That's one talented young fellow JA...I know you must be very proud of him. Also, he's going to set an example for Nate and Mattie(sp), coming up behind him.

That is just Great......we can see from the pics how focused he was and didn't waste any time getting out there and practicing either. He's going to be one heck of a fisherman, with Patience and Discipline. He made an impression on me when I met him though.

You better watch out! I can hear it now "Daddy I always catch more then you with my Inventions."

 

• Aug 23, 2009

• #5

Cletus T.

Senior Member

Very nice......that's the good stuff right there!

Thanks for sharing it with us.....he is going to be one heck of a fisherman!

 

• Aug 23, 2009

• #6

Tugboat1

Senior Member

Very determined looking young man right there ... very cool. And some good looking paints in the background.

 

• Aug 23, 2009

• #7

Paymaster

Old Worn Out Mod

Staff member

That is just awesome!!!!! Thanks for sharing this with us.

 

• Aug 24, 2009

• #8

Jarred

Senior Member

Great pics, thanks for sharing.

 

• Aug 24, 2009

• #9

Triton Mike

Senior Member

Love to see kids with a fly tying vise. You can be so creative not only in trout fishing but also for bass fishing. 30 years later and guiding for bass I still use my fly tying vise to give me an edge. Great post jalawson and I also agree with Mr Fishlipps about fly fishing. I miss my creek fishing.

Mike

 

• Aug 24, 2009

• #10

Chris S.

Senior Member

Some of the most fun he'll ever have will be using that fly rod.Congrats to jack on his artistry.

 

• Aug 24, 2009

• #11

Money man

Senior Member

Way to go Jack....great job!

 

• Aug 24, 2009

• #12

UXO

Senior Member

That's too cool man!!! Tell Jack to keep at it!

 

• Aug 25, 2009

• #13

FERAL ONE

Shutter Mushin' Mod

way to go yall !!! and good for you to catch it with the camera and share with us !!!

 

• Aug 25, 2009

• #14

gabulldog

Member

its not to young my son at seven learned how to tie crappie jigs and he loves it and they work too =) your raizing a fine son there keep at it both of you

 

• Aug 26, 2009

• #15

tllewis

Gone but not forgotten

Very cool , looks like you have a beautiful place there to raise your children .

 

• Aug 26, 2009

• #16

adesoto

Senior Member

I'm impressed with the little fella.. Good Job! I have the slightest idea of a how to use a fly rod nor tieing flies...
I agree with tllewis does look like a beautiful place to raise children.. I'm Jealous!

 

• Aug 26, 2009

• #17

anglerEd

Senior Member

I gota tell you, that is absolutely a beautifully thing. You are so right about the attitudes of some children these days but yours are gong to be exceptional. They will turn out to be good fishermen too.

 

• Aug 26, 2009

• #18

StriperAddict

Senior Member

anglerEd said:

I gota tell you, that is absolutely a beautifully thing. You are so right about the attitudes of some children these days but yours are gong to be exceptional. They will turn out to be good fishermen too.

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Exactly.

Thanks for sharing such a great post & pics, you have every reason to be proud of that lil guy!