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The document is the March 2025 edition of the Flycaster newsletter, detailing recent and upcoming events, club news, and fishing updates for the Edmonton Trout Fishing Club (ETFC). ​

Recent Event:

• February meeting featured Craig Copeland discussing Alberta hatchery lasers and trout stocking plans.

Upcoming Events:

• Mar 11: Zoom Meeting with Jay White on invasive species. ​
• Mar 20-23: Sportsmen’s Show, volunteers needed for the club booth. ​
• Apr 5: Members’ Dinner at Jefferson Armouries. ​
• Apr 8: Phil Rowley’s presentation on fishing in South America. ​
• Apr 29: Last fly-tying/swap night at the Armouries. ​

Club News:

• Seeking member input on club objectives and youth participation ideas. ​
• Onoway Fish and Game Club donated $2,500 for Spring Lake aeration. ​
• 2025 Conservation Raffle approved, featuring a Quicksilver 365 HD PVC boat. ​ Tickets are $10 each, with the draw on September 20. ​

Fishing Updates:

• ACA is developing a mobile walleye hatchery to increase walleye stocking capacity. ​
• Tiger Trout, a hybrid of Brown and Brook trout, are now stocked in Alberta lakes and are popular for their aggressive bite and fight. ​

The newsletter also includes a call for suggestions and contributions for the next edition, due on April 1, 2025. ​

Click here to view the newsletter.

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. ​