Fly Fishers International (FFI)’s recent launch of its Saltwater Fly Tying Skills Award Program is both a challenge and a celebration.
It is a chance for tyers to commit to excellence, test their technique, and create flies that speak of tide lines, bait balls, and tailing bones. And now, with J. Stockard alongside in the proverbial skiff, that journey gets a serious tailwind.
We love FFI’s dedication to nurturing skills and knowledge and it aligns beautifully with our brand values here at J. Stockard.
Saltwater Fly Tying Skills Award - what you need to know:
In that vein, we’re honored to be the official partner supporting this new award program, not just in the spirit of things, but in materials, as well as information, encouragement, and recognition!
Here’s what’s tying us together:
• $100 Gift Cards for the first 10 Saltwater Awardees
The first ten tyers to successfully complete the new Saltwater Award will each receive a $100 J. Stockard gift card. Think of it as a standing ovation in the form of bucktail and bead chain eyes.
• 20% discount on tying materials for anyone starting the Skills Award program
If you’re tying flies to submit for a Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Saltwater Skills Award, you are eligible for a 20% discount. Just submit your email address here.
If you’ve ever sat down at your vise with salt in the air and a pattern in your head, you already belong in this program. We’ve got all the essentials to get your patterns right and tight. We’ve even created a streamlined page so you can find exactly what you need without leaving the tide chart. Tie eight out of ten designated saltwater flies. Do it with precision. Do it with heart. Submit them. And let your work speak for itself.
A Commitment to Community
This partnership isn’t just about discounts and gift cards—it’s about elevating the craft. At J. Stockard, we’ve always believed that fly tying is more than preparation. It’s meditation. Creation. Legacy. And with FFI, we’re standing behind a movement that ensures those values endure.
2 comments
Will Stalcup
I think you are implying to get the 20% discount code, you post a comment on this page. If that is the case, you might want to make it a bit clearer on the page above. It says “just submit your email address here” which might be confusing to some.
Peggy Brenner
I am just starting my Saltwater program. I am on your email list already…Thanks for joining the program.
Peggy B