The above photo is a direct result of the following:
6 months of planning, 7 friends (including my Aunt Terry from Seattle) and 74 hours of work (I was slow, and others had to assist me…hence the “tribal” in the rod) …
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Originally, I had planned to write out a thoughtful blog each day of the class but that was completely unrealistic a bit ambitious. So, where did we leave off? I forget…but will tap into whatever memory I have left after a week of being inundated with bamboo fly rod maker responsibilities.
Riley’s sense of humor…my name is spelled S-H-A-N-N-E-N
Have I mentioned that straightening the strips almost killed me? Again, I will not bore you.
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After this week, I have a new respect on every level for Bill’s undeniable patience and seemingly endless volcano of talent. This week was special for a myriad of reasons…
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My space…brand new perspective these days.
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My favorite…planing
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Strangely enough, I really enjoyed planing the rod.
Once I got into a rhythm, it was almost relaxing.
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9 wt!
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I have skipped about 1000 steps but do you think that I may the first person to ever build a bamboo fly rod in big hoop earrings?!?
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| My Tribe…Bill, Roni, Me, Rick, Linda, Doug, Terry, Jeff, Kathy and Riley |
Bamboo Fly Rod Maker's Widow 