Expert Custom Rod Building Seminar: Elevate Your Craft With Advanced Techniques

Join us for an exclusive seminar dedicated to the mastery of custom rod building, where the artistry of angling meets technical brilliance. This event will host renowned experts in the field, demonstrating advanced techniques refined over years of dedicated practice. Engage with leaders and innovators from American Tackle, CRB, Fuji/Anglers Resource, MHX, Mud Hole Custom Tackle and Pro Products who will be on hand to share their insights, discuss their products and answer all your queries.

This is more than just a seminar. It’s a unique opportunity to uncover industry secrets, meet with esteemed personalities, and take advantage of exclusive seminar-only product discounts. We’re catering to every aspect of your experience, offering complimentary lunch and dinner on Saturday, alongside refreshments during each day’s breaks. All of these benefits are available for a modest seminar fee of $60.

Dive into the weekend-long schedule packed with insights, innovations, and inspirations:

FRIDAY, January 31st 2025

Kick off the seminar with a warm welcome at 1:00 PM and jump straight into an afternoon of informative presentations covering diverse techniques such as static deflection chart usage, lathe turning, and the multiple applications of lasers.

Friday, Jan. 31st 20251:00 PM – 2:00 PM

• Check-in/Registration

2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

• Static Deflection & Guide Layout by Mike Kosiba
• Building a Custom Rod Business – Jake Hutcheson
• Using The Inletting Tool by Cindy McKay
• Ins & Outs Of Using A Laser by Ryan Strunk

SATURDAY, February 1st 2025

Saturday unfolds with a day brimming with knowledge sharing. Begin the day with check-in and registration at 7:30 AM, followed by an immersive journey into the world of thread art and feather inlays. After a hearty lunch, explore the art of weaving, artistic marbling, and more. Conclude the day on a high note with dinner and socializing at 7:00 PM.

Saturday, Feb. 1st 20257:30 AM – 8:00 AM

• Check-in/Registration

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

• Thread Art Part 1 by Mary Christy
• Marbling by Wes Christy

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

• Weaving Part 1 by James Ormsby
• Understanding Guide Trains & When To Use Them by Mike Kosiba

12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

• Lunch

1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

• Thread Art Part 2 by Mary Christy
• Feathers by Mike Garone

3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

• Weaving Part 2 by James Ormsby
• Creative Thread Inlays by Jim Leuze

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

• Advantages of a Spiral Wrap by Mike Garone

SUNDAY, February 2nd 2025

The final day of the seminar will introduce you to more intricate techniques like the crafting of artistic handle grips and fade/shading wraps. Conclude the learning experience with a dedicated Q&A session to clarify any doubts, consolidate your learning, and ignite further curiosities.

Sunday, Feb. 2nd 20258:00 AM – 10:00 AM

• Artistic Handle Grips Part 1 by Mary Christy
• Fade/Shading Wraps by Mike Garone

10:00 AM – 10:30 AM

• Break Refreshments

10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

• Artistic Handle Grips Part 2 by Mary Christy
• Lathe Turning Tips by Doug Kidd

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM

• Question & Answer Session – All

1:30 PM

• Adjourn

Take advantage of this rare opportunity to enrich your custom rod building skills with the best in the business. Whether you’re a seasoned builder or just getting started, this seminar is a stepping stone towards mastery. Register today to secure your spot and transform your craft.

Class Cancellations & Refunds

• Cancellations made 30+ days prior to the class date will receive a full refund.
• Cancellations made 15 to 30 days prior to class date may be rescheduled up to one time.
• Cancellations made less than 15 days prior to the class date will forfeit their class fee and receive the class items. A shipping charge will apply for all items shipped to customers.