About the Buszek Library
The Fly Fishers International Buz Buszek Memorial Fly Tying Award Library is the online resource where educational and instructional materials created by recipients of FFI’s Buz Buszek Memorial Fly Tying Award are memorialized, proudly displayed, and available to all.
Named in honor of Wayne “Buz” Buszek who was noted for his creativity, precision, and standard of excellence for fly tying materials, Buszek award recipients have demonstrated highest skills in fly tying and made significant contributions to the development and preservation of the artform. We speak often of legacy in reference to fly fishing but the Buz Buszek Memorial Fly Tying Award Library represents a way to leave behind a legacy of tying knowledge and experience for the benefit of others.
The following video features one of Buz’s personal friends Don Lieb tying the Western Coachman, one of Buz’s signature flies. Don is joined by Chairman Emeritus of the FFI Board of Directors Tom Logan, who conducted the interview in 2022. At 103 years old, Don still teaches fly tying instruction.
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