Patrick's Fly Shop

Learn to tie Wooly Buggers or just buy a perfect hand-tied Humpy from Seattle's fly fishing pros.. The Gear
Avid anglers will find everything they need for a day standing in the river or floating around a lake. Unlike REI, the generalists, Patrick's carries only that which relates to fly fishing. Buy a carbon rod off the rack or have one custom built. Sift through specially bred chicken feathers or buy a rainbow of yarn to help you "match the hatch."

The Crowd
The store has been in business since 1946. Walk in the door and chances are you'll find one of the owners hand-tying flies. Jimmy Le Mert bought the store from the founder's wife years ago.

Down to Business
The knowledgeable staff is happy to help out novices. Classes in fishing, fly tying and rod building are offered on a regular basis; call ahead for dates and times. Guide service is also available.

Originally published September 2000…