2010 Calendar of Events:   

Sunday, January 10 
Lunch, Board Meeting and Fly Tying Season Opener

Noon to 1pm: Board meeting and lunch. 
1-4pm: Fly tying led by Terry Peach of Marblehead Fly Fisher. Please bring your vise and tools. All tying materials will be provided by the club. Contact Host Cheri Poole by Thursday, January 7th for more details and directions.

Sunday, February 14
Fly tying, Board Meeting

Fly tying with Rabbit Jensen at Flora Soto’s home in Newtown Square, PA. Tying from 2-4pm, Board Meeting to follow. Please bring a vise and tools. All tying materials will be provided by the club.
Contact Host Flora Soto by Thursday, February 11 for more details and directions.

Thursday, March 11
DVWFFA Evening Social

Need a cure for your cabin fever? Come out and enjoy an evening of cocktails and comraderie with fellow DVWFFA club members at Mary Bowler's home. Guests are welcome, too. 
R.S.V.P. to Mary by Thursday, March 4th.

Sunday, March 14
Brunch, Fly Tying and Board Meeting

Come out and join us for Brunch provided by Hostess, Bonnie Miller in her Maple Glen home from 12 -1. Board meeting will be held from 1-2. From 2-4 fly tying will be lead by Judy Wilson. Please bring a vise and tools. All tying materials will be provided by the club.
Please contact Host Bonnie Miller by Thursday, March 11th for more details and directions. 

Sunday, March 28 
Fly tying

Join leader Mary Kuss for a tying session from 2-4 pm at Mary Gibney’s office.
in Berwyn, PA. Please bring your vise and tools. All tying materials will be provided by the club. 
Please contact host Mary Gibney by Thursday, March 25th for more details and directions. 

Sunday, April 11 
Board Meeting and Brunch

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. 
RSVP by Sunday, April 4th to Mary Bowler.

Sunday, April 18
Spring Equipment Maintenance

Meet 1-3pm at Smedley Park, Springfield, Delaware County, PA, to prepare your equipment for the upcoming fishing season. Mary Kuss will teach us to clean and lubricate the reels, clean the lines, etc. Weather permitting; we will limber up our arms with some casting practice. RSVP to Mary Kuss.

Sunday, April 25
Potter County Weekends

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 
Caddis Series I 

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
Caddis Series II

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
Fishing on the Wissahickon

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
Lehigh River Float Trip

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
Board Meeting and Brunch

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.
RSVP to Cheri by Sunday, May 9th.

Tuesday, May 18
Caddis Series III

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. 
Please RSVP to Mary by Sunday, May 16th

Friday, May 21 - Monday May 24 
Potter County Weekends 

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.
Spruce Creek Valley Trout Fishing Trip

Priced lowered for DWVFFA in 2010! Enjoy 3-1/2 days fishing on central Pennsylvania’s beautiful, most celebrated, prolific streams with your host, Ann McIntosh. This is prime time fishing and the trip is recommended for all levels of anglers, with a recommendation of sharing a guide for intermediate or beginner fly fishers. 

The Fishing will target WILD trout on the Little Juniata River, with access between 2 and 10 miles from the cottage. We will hope to hit the Cahill, Baetis, and Slate Drake hatches. The Little J. typically produces average trout between 11” and 15”— with many larger than that. Ann will accompany 2 anglers at a time on the private Spruce Creek water. In the event the Little J or Spruce are not fishing well, Ann will lead anglers to Penn’s, Spring, or Elk creeks. 

Accommodations
Stay at Ann’s cottage on the Colerain Club waters on Spruce Creek. There is the main cabin, which has 2 bedrooms, all with queen beds, 2 in one BR and I in another. Shared bath. Plus a separate guest house with 1 queen and one ¾ bed! Private bath.

Cost: $50/night X3=$150. (Payable 50% in advance, 50% on arrival, cash or check.) Fee includes full breakfast and lodging. Other meals, beverages and snacks are on BYO basis. 5-8 guests. Guests should bring any special dietary requirements. Ann will assign dinner duties once the trip is filled. 

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!

RSVP: Ann at annmac20@aol.com by May 8, 2010. Send payment to Ann McIntosh, 4951 Smiley Lane, Spruce Creek, PA 16683. (Or call 814-632-3264 for more information after May 8.  Call 410-557-7594 for info. Before May 1. All funds are due within 14 days of when reservation is made. Any changes to reservations are the responsibility of the guest; guest will forfeit $50 unless they find a replacement. Approximately 3.5 hours from Philly.

References: Club members Donna Trexler or Mary Kuss.

Friday June 18 – Sunday June 20
Potter County Weekends 

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 
Fishing the Battenkill

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.
Contact host Nathalie Borozny by Saturday, May 1st.

Sunday, September 12
DVWFFA Annual Family Picnic

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.
RSVP to Cheri Poole no later than September 5th.

Tuesday, September 14
An Evening on the Perkiomen

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.
Contact host Mary Kuss by September 7.

Saturday, October 2 – Sunday October 3
Potter County Weekends - Fall Foliage Special

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.
Contact Rabbit Jensen.

Sunday, October 24
Board meeting and Fly tying

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.
Please contact host Bonnie Miller by October 21.
 

Saturday, October 2 – Sunday October 3
Potter County Weekends - Fall Foliage Special

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.
Contact Rabbit Jensen .

Tuesday, October 19 
Fall Trout Series I: Octoraro Creek, Lancaster County, PA

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.
Please RSVP to host, Mary Kuss by Saturday, October16.

Sunday, October 24
Board Meeting and Fly-tying

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 –
Fall Trout Series II: Valley Creek, Chester County, PA

Meet at 1:00 p.m. and fish until around 5:00 p.m. with an optional stop for dinner afterward.
A small and somewhat technical stream, full of wild brown trout. This is challenging fishing, but every one you catch is a little gem. Please RSVP to host, Mary Kuss, by Saturday, October30.

Sunday, December 5
DVWFFA Holiday Gathering

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
Fall Trout Series III: Ridley Creek, Delaware County, PA

Meet at 1:00 p.m. and fish until around 5:00 p.m. with an optional stop for dinner afterward.
By this date, Ridley will have received two fall stockings, one by the state and one by Delco-Manning Trout Unlimited. T. U. volun-teers also feed the trout in the Fly-Fishing-Only Catch & Release stretch, so the fish stay around and in good condition. If it's not too cold for comfort, we should do well. After fishing we'll warm up at the Iron Hill Brew Pub in nearby Media.
Please RSVP to host, Mary Kuss, by Saturday, November 4.