2010 Calendar of Events: Sunday, January
10
Sunday, February
14
Thursday, March
11
Sunday, March
14
Sunday, March
28 Join leader Mary Kuss for a tying session from 2-4 pm at Mary Gibney’s office.
Sunday, April
11 Please join us for a Board
Meeting (no tying) at the Bryn Mawr home of Mary Bowler from 11 am-2pm. All members are welcome to join the discussion and enjoy Mary’s scrumptious cooking.
Sunday, April
18
Sunday, April
25 Can we hit the fabled Blue Quill hatch? Or will we be standing in snow flipping weighted nymphs? Only the Weather Gods know the answer. Join Rabbit Jensen in the quest for rising trout in Potter County. Limited accommodations at Rabbit’s comfortably rustic home (cost: one meal out); Or reserve a room at a local B&B through her. Rabbit will be fishing with you, so will waive her guide fees during these special weekends. Contact Rabbit Jensen.
Tuesday, April
27 Join host, Mary Kuss, for an evening of fishing on the Octoraro Creek. We will start fishing at 3pm and fish until dusk with the option to share a bite to eat afterwards at a local establishment. Please call Mary for additional details, directions etc. *venue subject to change based on stream conditions. Please RSVP to Mary by Sunday, April 25th.
Tuesday, May
11 Join host, Mary Kuss, for an evening of fishing on Ridley Creek. We will start fishing at 3pm and fish until dusk with the option to share a bite to eat afterwards at a local establishment. Please call Mary for additional details, directions etc. *venue subject to change based on stream conditions. Please RSVP to Mary by Sunday, May 9th.
Wednesday, May
12 Meet host, Nathalie Borozny at 5pm for a relaxing evening of fishing on one of Philadelphia’s urban parks with an option for dinner out at Bruno’s, only a few steps away. This outing suitable for beginners. RSVP to Nathalie by Monday, May 3rd
Friday, May
14 Up to 5 ladies, please join me on a Lehigh River Float Trip, May 14. The largest tributary to the Delaware River, the Lehigh River offers anglers the excitement of Western style drift boat fishing. Great scenery and strong hatches provide a true big water experience with opportunities for large trout on the fly. This trip is a full day float, 2 anglers per boat, and includes a nice shore lunch, for ~$300 per boat ($150/angler, plus gratuities). Arrive the night before if you'd like and stay overnight on May 14, double occupancy, for some great conversation and celebration of our day together. Please email or call Nancy Simpson and she'll send you more details. Confirmation and deposits are required by March 29.
Sunday, May
16 Please join us for a Board
Meeting (no tying) at the Spring City home of Cheri Poole from 11 am-2pm. Board President, Nathalie Borozny and Cheri will be sharing the cooking duties. All members are welcome to join the discussion and enjoy a delicious meal with fellow DWVFFA members.
Tuesday, May
18 Join host, Mary Kuss, for an evening of fishing on the East Branch Brandywine Creek. We will start fishing at 3pm and fish until dusk with the option to share a bite to eat afterwards at a local establishment. Please call Mary for additional details, directions etc. *venue subject to change based on stream conditions.
Friday, May
21 - Monday May 24 The heart of Potter County’s hatch season plus Spring turkey hunting for those so inclined. Reserve early as accommodations are at peak demand (details, see April 25 event); Hunting guides also require advance reservations and cost extra. (Note: Bring an orange hat for May fishing) Contact Rabbit Jensen.
Thursday, June
10 - Sunday June 13. Guides will be available and are recommended for less experienced anglers, or those who want to catch more fish! I have lined up one guide who charges $310 for up to 4 people. What a deal! And he’s exceptionally good! References: Club members Donna Trexler or Mary Kuss.
Friday June 18 – Sunday June 20 Some of the season’s hottest fishing can occur when Sulphurs and Isonichia spinners fall. (details, see April 25 event) Experience the evening rise with Rabbit Jensen.
Friday, August
27 -Tuesday, August 31 Enjoy fishing the fabulous Battenkill, a tour of the Orvis rod factory, a visit to the American Fly Fishing Museum, and four nights in a scenic Vermont Inn. Guided fishing for half or full days. All arrangements will be finalized when you email your interest and commitment.
Sunday, September 12 All members and
their families are invited to join us at Hibernia County Park from 1:00—5:00
p.m.. Board meeting is from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. See newsletter flyer on page 3
for additional information.
Tuesday, September 14 We'll meet at a
Collegeville area restaurant for an early supper then fish until dusk. We
can anticipate good fishing for smallmouth and panfish on this wide,
relatively easy-to-wade river.
Saturday, October 2 – Sunday October 3 If water
conditions are good, fall brings the best trout fishing of the year during
the spawning season. It's a lovely time to be in the North Woods. Limited
accommodations at my house available for the cost of a meal out.
Sunday, October 24 Join Host Bonnie
Miller for brunch at Noon and sit in on our first Fall Board meeting. Tying,
led by Judy Wilson, will begin at 1:30.
Saturday, October 2 – Sunday October 3 If water
conditions are good, fall brings the best trout fishing of the year during
the spawning season. It's a lovely time to be in the North Woods. Limited
accommodations at my house available for the cost of a meal out.
Tuesday, October 19 Meet at 1:00 p.m.
and fish until around 5:00 p.m. with an optional stop for dinner afterward.
Fishing for stocked trout in a rural set-ting. The upper end of the special
regulations area is in a rocky gorge, while the lower end is a classic
meadow stream.
Sunday, October 24 Join Host Bonnie Miller for brunch at Noon and sit in on our second Fall Board meeting. Tying, led by Judy Wilson, will begin at 1:30. Please contact host Bonnie Miller by October 21st,
Tuesday, November 2 – Meet at 1:00 p.m.
and fish until around 5:00 p.m. with an optional stop for dinner afterward.
Sunday, December 5 Once again, hosted by Lynn and Tony Hitchler in their Villanova home. You can look forward to the ever popular raffle and Pollyanna gift exchange, great food, drink and catching up with your fishing buddies. We will also have a short board meeting with election of officers, and, of course, "Henrietta" will be there!
Tuesday, December 7 Meet at 1:00 p.m.
and fish until around 5:00 p.m. with an optional stop for dinner afterward.
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