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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. ​