Both A.K. and Ed Engle live within 30 miles of me. I have seen them both tie at the big Denver trade show. I am fortunate enough to also see them at free tying seminars sponsered in the local shops from time to time.

A.K. Best taught a class at the Denver show with about 20 people attending. He tied with a large video screen overhead so the big audience could see well. It was well worth it and I always learn alot from him, absolutly love his books.

Before and after the seminars most of the professional tyers sat at 'tyer's row' in small booths and tied flies to pass the time. During the off hours I was able to approach them one-on-one, ask questions and watch them tie up bugs at my request.

[This message has been edited by kengore (edited 03 March 2006).]