Sean is a 100% Disabled Combat Veteran who proudly served in the United States Army from 1989–2010, both on Active Duty and in the Reserves. Born and raised in Fall River, Massachusetts, Sean graduated from BMC Durfee High School (Class of 1988) and earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Curry College in 1999. Today, he serves as the lead guide at his family-run Deerspring Lodge in Merrill, NY, where he shares his passion for fly fishing and the outdoors.

Sean will be leading both Intermediate and Advanced Fly Tying Courses designed to help anglers refine their skills and expand their techniques. These classes will focus on tying effective patterns for both freshwater and saltwater applications. Each session includes all materials needed to tie 3–4 patterns per lesson.

Instruction runs from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, followed by a lunch break and an engaging seminar on fly fishing the Adirondacks.

Register for both the Intermediate and Advanced courses and save $10!

Intermediate Course:

This is pattern based but you will learn techniques on CDC dubbing and CDC wings.

Psycho Midge

Psycho Nymph

Fran Betters Usual

Murphy"s Law Emerger

Advanced Course:

This is a technique based course, teaching you the following skills:

Dubbing Brushes

Dubbing Rope/ Loops

Spinning Deer Hair

Articulation Attachments 

Popper Head Flies 

F3T2026 OFFICIAL NATIONAL TOUR SELECTION- Saturday March 28th 6pm

The 20th Annual Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) Celebrates Two Decades of Adventure

$5 FROM EVERY TICKET PURCHASED WILL BE DONATED TO VETS HEALING ON THE FLY CT!

The Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is proud to celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2026, marking two decades of unforgettable stories, breathtaking landscapes, and a community bound by a passion for fly fishing. This milestone year promises to be a landmark event, as the tour kicks off with a fresh collection of the finest fly fishing films from across the globe.

Anglers, explorers, and outdoor enthusiasts are invited to experience this special edition of the tour as it travels to cities nationwide. Featuring stunning cinematography, compelling narratives, and adrenaline-filled moments on the water, the 20th Annual F3T is a tribute to the spirit of adventure and the enduring fly fishing culture that has grown with the tour over the past twenty years.

This year’s lineup dives deeper than ever—spotlighting wild places, inspiring conservation stories, and the dedicated individuals who live and breathe fly fishing. Whether you’re a lifelong angler or new to the sport, the 2026 tour delivers a cinematic journey that’s sure to cast a lasting impression.