February 2006

Announcements

 

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 February Speaker
who: Tim Fram
background: Tim is and expert on our coastal streams and is active in local restoration and conservation projects. He will be talking about Pilarcitos, San Gregorio, and Pescadero/Butano steelhead/Coho restoration. He will also discuss the conservation activities being conducted by the local farmers in conjunction with water quality issues. It should be a very informative evening for anyone interested in fishing and conservation in our own backyards.
where: Highlands Community Club
contact: , Speaker Chairman
 March Speaker
who: Sam Mihara
background: Known as the "fly-fishing traveler," Sam is probably best known for his popular book on fly fishing Alaska. At the March general meeting, he will be presenting a talk on fly fishing in Argentina.
where: Highlands Community Club
contact: , Speaker Chairman
 April Speaker
who: Andy Burk
background: Andy is a prolific writer with scores of articles in the California Fly Fisher, where he is a Contributing Editor and writer of the popular "At the Vise" column. In addition, Andy teaches fly fishing through the Reno Fly Shop and the Truckee River Outfitters. If you have a question about the Truckee, he's your man.
where: Highlands Community Club
contact: , Speaker Chairman
 Check Your Rod Weight – Common Cents at the March Workshop
what: Like apparel sizing, the "art" of determining a rod weight is highly subjective and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. One popular objective way of establishing a rod weight (and matching it properly to the fly line) is the "Common Cents" System. Doug Weber will set up his Common Cents equipment at the next workshop and will be available to help PFFers test their rods and establish their true line rating.
bring: Any fly rod you wish to test. It only takes a few minutes and will enable you to definitively establish the proper line weight for your rod.
when: March 2, 2006 at the regular Workshop time and place.
reference: Here's a link [Common Cents System] to a description of the system.
contact:
 Sign up now for Kelsey Bass Fishout on April 1
what: Kelsey Bass Fishout
when: Saturday, April 1, 2006
signup deadline: Friday, February 24 (soon!!)
fee: $75 per angler
details: Tom Kilfoil has generously volunteered to be the fishmaster for this event. We will organize a ride-share and perhaps lunch. Contact Tom at 650-342-6434 or by email (below) to sign up. The deadline is soon so don't delay!
contact: , Fishmaster
 Lead a Fishout in 2006
what: While the shorter days and periodic rain have put a damper on the fishing, it is never too early to begin planning for 2006. All of our fishouts are member-organized and range from a simple day on a local river to a complex guided trip to Alaska or Mexico. However, whatever the destination, the basic goal is to have fun and chase some fish. Tentative trips include Lake Naciemento, Lake Almanor, Kaiser Pass, Alaska, Robinson Lake, Yosemite, and even the surf! Get involved. It's your club and it's only as good as you can make it! (Tip: Fishmaster tips are in your annual roster and on our website.)
contact: , Fishout Chairman
 Fly Fishing Hall of Fame - Marty Seldon
what: Every year the NCCFFF adds a worthy Californian fly fisher to the hall of fame. This year's honoree is educator, conservationist, and author, Marty Seldon. The induction ceremony is always a fun event, featuring dinner combined with socializing and fundraising activities. Get your tickets now - they sold out last year.
when: February 18, 2005; starts at 5 pm.
where: Marin Rod & Gun Club, 2675 Francisco Blvd. E, San Rafael, CA 94901
more info: Reservation forms and more details are available at the NCCFFF website.
 The Fly Fishing Show – San Rafael
what: Not to be confused with the ISE, the Fly Fishing Show at the Marin County Civic Center is your second opportunity this year to overdose on fishing gear, casting demo's, and fishing seminars. For more details, see the show's website. The location can't be beat for testing out rods since there is a lake at the venue.
when: February 17 – 19.
where Marin County Civic Center, San Rafael
fee 1 day $14; 2 days $24; 3 days $32.
  PFF Patches And Pins & Club Logo Clothing
what: Absolutely necessary sartorial enhancements! Embroidered, white-on-blue patches and enamelled, silver-on-blue pins are always available from J. C. Poulton. $3 for either; $5 for both. Clothing and other items from Cabella's can be ordered with an embroidered PFF patch. Rich Holubek can give you the details.
contact: for patches and pins
for help with Cabella's orders