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john doss <[email protected]>
February Newsletter1 message
Arizona Flycasters Club <[email protected]> Mon, Jan 27, 2020 at 9:30 PMReply-To: [email protected]: [email protected]
Welcome John,View as Webpage ---- View PDF Version
Join Or Renew Your Membership!NEW MEMBERS PROMOTION:
This month we are launching amembership campaign to attract newmembers, who will receive an AFC hat,a one-year introductory membership inTrout Unlimited, a free copy of the
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Payson Roundup fishing guide, and afree raffle ticket (a $60 value!). So inviteyour friends!
Lots of exciting things are happening atAFC in 2020:
Expanded outings calendarExpanded fly fishing educationclasses
Winter and summer fly tyingseriesMonthly education classesCasting classes
More great speakersAnnual Banquet & RaffleAwesome new AFC Fishing ChallengeSocial interaction with like-minded anglers
Membership dues are still just $35 for a family membership. Our recordsindicated you are a: Expired member.You may renew or join at online:http://www.azflycasters.org/product-category/membership/or bring payment to the next club meeting, or mail a check to ArizonaFlycasters Club, P.O. Box 47357, Phoenix, AZ 85068-7357.
If you are renewing, you just need to pay your dues. If you are joining the club,you need to pay your dues, complete the application and waiver forms, andbring the completed forms to the next meeting, mail them to the addressabove, or attach them as a PDF and email to Phil Davies. Your check shouldreference AFC 2020 membership dues.
Thank you!
If you have any questions contact:Phil [email protected]
AFC ANNUALBANQUET AND
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Buy Your Ticket
RAFFLESATURDAY, MARCH 7, 4:00 PM
ARIZONA AMERICANITALIAN CLUB
7509 NORTH 12TH STREETPHOENIX, ARIZONA
It has been a great year at AFC. Itis time to bring together our clubmembers, family, and guests forfun, food, and raffle prizes. If youare new to the club and have notbeen to an annual banquet, it isone of our premier events.
We will be at the Arizona AmericanItalian Club, conveniently locatedon 12th Street, just a few blockssouth of Northern Avenue, on Saturday, March 7. Doors will open at 4:00. Abuffet dinner will be served around 6:00.
The success of our banquet depends entirely on your donations. It is time toclean out your garages and fly fishing closets. Handcrafted items also aregreatly appreciated by your fellow members. Don't forget about gift cards andgift baskets. Remember this is a critical fundraiser for the club. AFC cannotoperate without your support. We need every member to make raffledonations. You can bring your donations to the February general meeting. Ifyou need help making donations or cannot make one of the general meetings,contact any board member and they will be glad to assist. We also need everymember to dip into their pockets and buy raffle tickets at the banquet.
Back by popular demand: the Special Wine & Liquor Surprise! Here’s how itworks: members are encouraged to donate bottles of wine or liquor worth atleast $20 at the February general meeting. Each donated bottle will be placedin an opaque “mystery” bag, and each mystery bag will then be available forpurchase at the banquet for $20. You know when you buy a mystery bag for$20, you are getting a bottle worth at least $20, and it could be worthconsiderably more! The last step is to take home the bottle and enjoy yoursurprise! The proceeds will support the club’s activities and causes such as our
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Northern Arizona University Scholarship, Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing,Arizona Game and Fish Department projects, Trout Unlimited educationprograms, and White Mountain Lakes Foundation projects.
Tickets are still $40 per person. Children 12 and under are $20. You may payat the February general meeting by cash, check, or credit card. See DavidMayl or Don Mickus at the membership table. Any board member will alsoaccept your payment. A list of board members and their phone numbers is onthe website. You also may mail a check to Arizona Flycasters Club, P.O. Box47357, Phoenix, AZ 85068. Or you can pay on the website.
BRING YOUR SPOUSE OR SIGNIFICANT OTHER!
Last year we had a large number of non-fishing raffle prizes: jewelry, artwork,and lodging to name just a few. This year we expect to have even more non-fishing raffle prizes that would appeal to a spouse or significant other who doesnot spend a lot of time on the water. We also are working on reducing theoverall length of the banquet and speeding up the raffle so that you will havemore time to socialize.
So what can you donate? We all think about possibly donating a fly rod orsome other item of equipment. However, there are other things that will makesomebody very happy.
Do you own a boat? Consider donating a day on the water in your boat. Youmay meet a new fishing partner. What about a timeshare or condo that you willnot use next year? A week or even a weekend would make a great donation.Does your occupation involve a special skill or service? One memberdonated free tax preparation. Do you have a favorite guide, lodge, or cabinoperator who might be willing to donate a free day or weekend? Many retailerswill donate to a charitable club. We have contacted all the fishing stores.However, the next time you are at your favorite restaurant, golf course, barbershop, beauty salon, or car repair garage, why not ask them for a donation? A 2for 1, percentage discount, or gift card makes a great donation.
Donations can be tax deductible. Thank you letters (stating that AFC is a501(c)(3) corporation) can be obtained from Don Mickus at the monthlymeetings. Time is winding down to make your donations. Our Annual Banquet& Raffle is an important fundraiser for our club. Please consider makingdonations if you haven’t already. Also, please don’t forget to buy yourtickets. Thank you for supporting AFC!
Any questions contact:David Mayl
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Members Social Hour andNew Members Orientation ClassThursday, February, 13, 6:00 PMSunnyslope Community Center
Members Social Hour: Members areencouraged to come early and socializewith fellow members.
Attention New Members: Phil Davieshas put together an orientation class,with packet, that is held 60 minutesbefore every general meeting. Theseare very informal and fun gatheringsdesigned to help explain things our cluboffers and perhaps identify what you
might be able to do to make our club even more successful. We give everyonethe opportunity to ask questions. Though the classes are designed specificallyfor new members, all members are welcome to attend and participate. Wemeet just before the general meeting at 6:00 PM in the classroom we use forfly tying at the Sunnyslope Community Center. Hope to see you there.
If you have questions, contact:Phil [email protected]
General MeetingFeaturing Special Guest Jim Strogen
Thursday, February, 13, 7:00 PMSunnyslope Community Center
Jim Strogen writes a regular columncalled Life on the Fly for the PaysonRoundup. His column provides fishingadvice for lakes and streams aroundPayson and on the Rim. He is acontributing author to the Fishing Arizona’s
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High Country book published bythe Payson Roundup. Jim has been flyfishing for over 50 years and has an MSdegree in Fisheries Biology. He teachesIntro to Fly Fishing and Intro Fly Tying toadults, middle schoolers, and elementarystudents in Payson.
At our February general meeting, he willtalk with us about Rim Country streamfishing, share successful stream strategiesand rigs, and offer information about an upcoming field trip opportunity for AFCmembers to get first-hand knowledge about fishing Tonto Creek and the EastVerde River.
For more information, contact:Bill [email protected]
Community Outreach
Wild In The City Youth EventSponsored by Arizona Elk Society
Saturday February 22, 8:00 am-5:00 pm, lunch included.
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Arizona Elk Society is sponsoring "Wild in the City," a one-day event held atBen Avery Shooting Range.
AES has requested that we furnish a fly fishing station for the kids in the camp.We have done this for the last two years and received tremendous positivefeedback.
We need a few volunteers for the station to help with knots, casting, and flytying. If you have time and are willing to help teach the next generation ourbeloved sport, please contact one of the Community Outreach Action Teammembers below.
Community Action Team - [email protected] Davis - [email protected] orJohn Doss - [email protected] - 623-229-8335
P.S. If you are interested in being part of this team going forward and helpingkids, vets, and conservation efforts, feel free to contact Glenn. Supporting thecommunity is part of our mission and one of the more important things we cando.
Education
Basic Fly Tying ClassesResume January 29!
Our basic fly tying classes resumeJanuary 29 and continue throughoutFebruary. The January 29 class isdesigned for beginners who have nottied flies before, or anyone justcurious about fly tying. We will coverthe following topics:
Explanation of tools and how they are usedExplanation of hooks and how to put a hook in a vise and adjust tensionExplanation of thread (manufacturers, types, sizes, and construction)How to start winding thread on a hook using a bobbinHow to start tying materials on a hook (overcoming thread torque andslippage)
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How to secure different types of materials to the hookHow to tie off a finished fly using half hitches or a whip finisher
The February 3 class will be the first class where you will actually tieflies. Each class is “stand alone” - you can start at any time and attend asmany classes as you wish. Our crew of experienced instructors will be there ifyou need help. These are always fun classes and free to all club members. Wesupply the materials and equipment (if needed) at no cost. See the newsletteror the website www.azflycasters.org for the complete schedule. All classes areheld at the Sunnyslope Community Center from 7:00 to 8:45 PM.
If you have questions, please contact:David [email protected]
Casting ClassSaturday, February 15, 9:00 AM
Roadrunner Park
Our monthly casting class will be held onSaturday, February 15. Instruction starts at9:00 AM and finishes around 11:00AM. Our classes are held at RoadrunnerPark, located at Cactus Road and 36thStreet, just off State Route 51. We gather atthe northeast corner of the park. The clubhas rods and reels for those in need and afine group of casting instructors. We offerboth basic and advanced instruction. Bringyour sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, and water.
If you have questions, please contact:David [email protected]
Fly of the MonthMadam X
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Hook: TMC 200R sizes 6 - 10Thread: Black 6/0Tail: Deer hairBody: Antron in yellow, olive, white, or blackWing: Deer hairBullet head/over wing: Deer hairLegs: Rubber in white, yellow, or black
1. Begin the fly by placing the debarbed hook in the vise and starting thethread towards the front of the hook.
2. Cut, clean, and stack a small clump of deer hair. Tie in towards the front ofthe hook, and wrap back over it so there is some bulk for the body.
3. Now tie in the antron at the front of the body. Wrap back over it to the tailand back to the front of the body. Wrap the antron to the thread, forming asmooth body.
4. Cut, clean, and stack another small clump of deer hair for the underwing. Tie this in in front of the body, making it about even with the length of thetail.
5. Next, advance the thread to just behind the eye. Cut, clean, and stackanother clump of deer hair for the bullet head and over wing. You will need tomeasure this so that the deer hair is long enough for the wing and able to formthe bullet head. Tie this clump of deer hair with the tips facing over the eye ofthe hook. Wrap back over the butts towards the under wing until the body isreached. Trim the butts so that there is a clear area for the bullet head to beformed.
6. For the bullet head, use your fingers to pull the hair back over the fly. Makesure you can see the eye of the hook. Make several wraps of thread at thispoint to secure the hair. Trim the hair off the bottom of the fly so that there isonly hair on top. Tie in one rubber leg on each side of the fly so that the frontlegs extend beyond the hook and the rear legs extend beyond the tail. Whipfinish and trim the thread.
Developed by Doug Swisher as a hopper pattern for trout in the Bitterroot Riverin southwestern Montana, the Madam X also can be used a dry fly attractorpattern. It imitates grasshoppers, stoneflies, damselflies, and other largeinsects. The Madam X casts and floats well and is easy to see (as a variation,you can tie a parachute post with hackle around it like a Parachute Adams,which increases buoyancy and visibility). This fly is a fine choice in summermonths when big bugs are abundant and when fishing hopper-dropper
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combos. Try dead drifting, and if that doesn’t work, give it a few twitches.
Outings Opportunities
Wednesday Casting Social Meet-UpsFebruary 5, 12, 19, and 26 at 10:00 AM
Roadrunner Park
Remember we meet everyWednesday morning at 10:00 atRoadrunner Park, located at CactusRoad and 36th Street, just off StateRoute 51. We meet on the northside of the lake. Keep in touch, we occasionally takea quick fishing outing to the SaltRiver, or we may do some carpfishing here in town, who knows. It’sa great opportunity to get together with like-minded anglers and talk fly fishingand practice casting.
If you have questions contact:John [email protected]
Dead Horse Ranch State ParkOuting Kickoff Classic
Friday, February 21 through Sunday, February 23
It’s time for another awesome fishing season. AFC has put together for 2020 apotpourri of great fishing opportunities, a combination of monthly in-statefishing venues, our traditional San Juan excursions, and several destinationopportunities such as Pyramid Lake and Alaska. Stay tuned for an updatedouting schedule. On February 21 through 23, we will be in Cottonwood, Arizona at Dead HorseRanch State Park. At lunchtime on Saturday, we will offer a potluck, which will
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include food and drinks as well as an opportunity to learn new tricks from themore seasoned AFC members. If you are camping, check-in on Friday is at2:00 pm. More details will be available later.
PLEASE REGISTER at https://afc-deadhorse.eventbrite.com.
If you are going to make a weekend of it and need camping or a cabin at DeadHorse you can call 928-634-5283 or contact AZ State Parks. For info from AZ State Parks related to fishing, visithttps://azstateparks.com/dead-horse/on-the-water/fishing. You may also contact the event leader for this event Cliff DeVlieg [email protected].
Fundraising
European Nymphing Fly Fishing Outfit Raffle
This spring is prime time to enjoy flyfishing using the European nymphingtechnique. Get ready for your next tripand take along an Orvis Recon 10-foot,3-weight rod, Hydros III reel with tacticalnymph fly line, an assortment of 14essential flies, and other Orvisaccessories. Only 25 squares remain onthe board at $10 each. If you cannotmake it to the general meeting andwould like to purchase squares, or if youhave questions, contact:
Craig [email protected]
ScheduleComplete Calendar Online
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