A.P.G.A.I. – IRELAND
TEST SYLLABUS - FLY DRESSING
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This syllabus is designed to assist candidates who are preparing for the examination and is based on the experience of those who have successfully prepared for and taken the exam.
The most important benefit of preparing for the exam is the expanded knowledge and increased proficiency you will gain. It is important to note that the Association does not advocate any particular style of fly tying as being superior. Our primary concern is that you are a good fly tier, a good teacher and that you have an outstanding knowledge of fly tying techniques, history and entomology. You will find the examination rigorous and demanding. This is so in order to uphold the integrity of the testing and qualification process.
The qualification process consists of four parts; the assessment procedure is preceded by compulsory attendance at a Development Workshop which will be followed some weeks later by a written exam, an oral exam and a practical fly tying test. The oral and practical tests will take place simultaneously.
The oral portion of the exam consists of questions concerning tying techniques, hooks, equipment, materials, teaching methods and entomology.
Entomology
You will be examined on your knowledge of basic entomology and should be able to explain and teach the reasons for using a particular fly at a given time as well as understanding the important elements of the life-cycle of each group.
You should be familiar with the annual cycle of insect life on both rivers and loughs in Ireland, including the following groups: