Flycaster Newsletter – Feb 2025
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The document is a newsletter for the Edmonton Trout Fishing Club (ETFC) detailing upcoming events, club news, fishing reports, and other relevant information for members.
Upcoming Events:
- Feb 8: George Daniel Seminar at MacEwan University (9am-4pm)
- Feb 11: Club meeting with Craig Copeland on Alberta Fish Hatchery programs (7pm)
- Feb 15: Ice fishing at Wabamun Lake (10am-3pm)
- Feb 16: Kids Can Catch event at Devil’s Lake (10am-2pm)
- Mar 11: Meeting on Invasive Species in Alberta Waters at Jefferson Armouries
- Mar 20-23: Sportsman Show Booth
- Apr 5: Members’ Dinner at Jefferson Armoury
- Apr 8: Phil Rowley’s presentation on fishing in South America
- May 13: Event TBA
Club News:
- AGM Summary: Financial report, membership update, and executive committee elections.
- 2025 Executive Committee: President – Ken Bodden, Vice President – Ron Storrier, Treasurer/Membership – Ray Kelsey, Secretary – Ernest Kitt, and other roles listed.
Fishing Reports:
- Ken Bodden: Reports on fishing trips to Wabamun and Spring Lakes, detailing ice conditions and successful fishing techniques.
- Fly Fishing Tips: Links to resources on ice fishing with flies and survival tips for falling through ice.
- Brown Trout: Information on stocking and historical significance.
- Davy Knot: Recommended for tying small flies.
- Fly of the Month: Recipe for a Glassworm imitation fly.
Membership:
- Renewal: 2024 memberships expired on December 31st; renewals ongoing.