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October 9-11, 2026Friday: 2-5p | Saturday: 8a - 7p | Sunday: 9a - 12p
Tuition: $250 [MMAM Member Rate: $240]
Material fee (variable based on chosen materials) paid to the instructor
Reserve your spot: https://mmam.org/calendar2/2026/fishing-rod-oct
Why settle for a store-bought fishing rod when you can craft your own? In this intensive, three-day workshop, professional rod builder Kris Kristufek will guide you step-by-step through the process of designing and building a high-performance spin or casting rod, up to seven feet long, using premium, American-made materials.
Students will learn every stage of rod construction, from selecting the right blank and determining action and power to attaching handles and reel seats, finding the spine, wrapping guides, applying epoxy finish, and exploring decorative thread wrapping techniques. You’ll have the opportunity to personalize your rod with choices of color, components, and even an inscription.
All necessary tools and supplies are provided. The instructor will contact participants approximately five weeks prior to class to discuss material options and finalize custom orders.
About the instructor:
Kris Kristufek is a nationally recognized custom rod builder known for his precision craftsmanship and attention to detail. With decades of experience designing rods for anglers of all skill levels, his work combines technical excellence with an appreciation for the artistry and performance of handmade fishing gear.
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800 Riverview Dr, Winona, MN, United States, Minnesota 55987
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