DR. SAM LACINA started making decorative landing nets under the tutelage of Ron Reinhold in 1994. These nets were enhanced with a variety of artistic techniques including inlays, carving, scrimshaw, and insets. Because of the added features, a protective finish was needed that was water and use resistant. Over the last 30 years Sam has refined and simplified the use of an epoxy finish for the home shop. For the last 25 years he has taught small group classes as well as demonstrating net making at conclaves and fly-fishing shows across the country. His nets have been featured as limited editions by Garden and Gun and the Orvis Company. In 2010, he produced a DVD to share these techniques with other woodworkers and fishermen. He continues to pursue his passion of sharing information and teaching. Sam has lived and fished in Michigan for the last 50 years. He is retired from his practice of Pediatric Cardiology, and with his background in medicine, he is always looking for safer and more efficient ways of work.