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On this page we'll present a summary of past events and a calendar of upcoming activities. We might use a format similar to
this.
Click here to download Big MOE 2011 Info
**************************** Planning for our 2012 Fly Tying Classes is underway!! Announcements will be made soon!! Read about our 2011 class below. 37 people signed up for the classes. Our 2011
classes began with the Wooly Worm and Wooly Bugger
two effective flys for trout and panfish. During
the classes students will tie 16 different flies. The 16 flies selected teach many techniques needed to tie a large
varity of popular trout and panfish patterns. Students are progressing quickly and we still have some room for new tiers.
Come join us to see what fly tying is all about. ****************************
The Fly Fishing clinic sponsored by the
Westfield Watershed Association held on Saturday, September 17, 2011 was a success. Beginners and up were
welcome, the event was located opposite the Hilltown Community Health Center, 73 Russell Road (RT 20), Huntington.
Participants learn about tying flys, fly
casting, fly fishing and river insect life (what the fish eat). Members of the Westfield River Watershed Associstion
were on hand to explain projects on the river. Members of the Western Massachusetts Fly Fishermen and Trout Unlimited
conducted various workshops. Many aquadic insects were found in the river that day. Look for this event next year
you will enjoy it as did this years participants. This
a fun event to learn about fly fishing. Glad everyone could make the event! **************************
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Past Events
Our Annual Fly Tying Classes concluded on Thursday, February 26, 2009. This year 35 people registered for
the classes. We had a good turnout for nearly all of the classes even though weather conditions were not so good
at times. Click on the Fly Tying Class -2009 - Photo Page tab to view some of the participants from this years
class.
 Past Fly Tying Demos
Please join us at the following events. There
will be several tyers who will demonstrate various techniques and attempt to answer questions you may have.
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Westfield River Symposium
Saturday, March 27, 2010 Westfield State College
Scanlon
Hall Auditoriums
8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This was
great event for the entire family. . Of
particular interest to fly fishers:
>> Fly tying demo, members of the Western Massachusetts Fly Fishermen
Manny Dasilva, Jack Lyons, Harold Norman Rene Houde. and George Herrick tied various patterns and answer questions.
********************************* Saturday, March 6, 2010
9:00 to 12:00 a.m.
Kmart Stores
159 Wilbraham
Street (Rt. 20)
Palmer, MA 01069
Phone: 413-283-7635
We had a successful
day tying at the Kmart store. A number of shoppers stopped by the tables and asked questions about our organization
and the fly tying classes. Members who participated in the tying demo were Manny Dasilva, George Herrick, Harold Norman,
Bill Rose, Marty Frisbie and Jack Lyons. Saturday,
March 13, 2010
10:00 to 12:00 a.m.
Dick's Sporting Goods
1081 Riverdale Street Shops
West Springfield, MA 01089
Phone:
413-781-6155
We had another successful tying demo at Dick's Sporting
Goods. Again a number of shoppers stopped by the tables some of whom were tyers themselves. There was interest
in our organization and in the topics for the Fly Fishing Expo, Monday, March 16, 2009. There was also a lot of interest
in the fly tying classes. Members who participated in the tying demo were Manny Dasilva, Jack Lyons, George Herrick,
Bill Rose, Jack Lyons and Marty Frisbie. ********************************
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Black Stonefly Nymph
Hook - Mustad 9672 (6 to 10)
Thread - Black
Tail - Black Goose
biots
Body - Black floss or thin Chenille
Wingcase - Brown turkey
Thorax - Black dubbing
Hackle - Black
palmered over thorax
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Fly Tying Demos
Please join us at the following events. There
will be several tyers who will demonstrate various techniques and attempt to answer questions you may have.
****** Fly Tying Demos Public
Invited ******
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We
had a tying demo and tie along instruction at this event. Members Manny Dasilva, Rene Houde, Jack Lyons and Harold
Norman demoed a number of fly patterns and instructed 41 participants during the tie-along sessions. June 5 -- Friends of Great Falls Discovery Center
Family Fishing Day, Turners Falls (Montague)-- This family friendly event was held at the Great Falls Discovery Center from 10:00 - 2:00pm in cooperation with the US Fish & Wildlife Service and the Friends of Great
Falls Discovery Center on 2 Avenue A in Turners Falls, just across the bridge from Rte 2. Angler Education Program volunteers
were on hand to help novices cast a line, learn about fish in our waters, safety, ethics, and fishing equipment. Many
participants caught small pan-fish, some caught fish for the first time. There was a lot of excitement for some young
anglers. There was plenty of fishing equipment and bait was be available. To learn about other upcoming
events contact Sarah Bevilacqua at (413) 863-3676 or sarah.bevilacqua@fws.gov. ***************
This event was a success!!
click below to view a few
photos
Massachusetts Outdoor Expo (The Big MOE)
This is a heads-up on the 15th annual Big MOE Sunday, September 25,
2011 (SAVE that date). This is a great family event with something to do for everyone.
Click here to download Big MOE 2011 Info
************** Here
is a Great Event for Grandparents and the whole family!! ***
Grandparents and Kids Family Fishing Day*** Saturday, October
2, 2010 Grandparents & Kids Family Fishing Day, Granby -- The Granby
Senior Center is hosting this event on Dufresne Pond 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. MassWildlife Angler Education Instructors will
be on hand to assist beginning anglers learn how to fish at Dufresne pond. If you have fishing equipment, bring it along!
A limited quantity of fishing equipment and bait will be available. The event is free, but pre-registration is required.
Contact Gloria Viviar at (413) 467-3239. **************
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Completed Fly Tying Demos
****** ****** March 6, 2010 Kmart Wilbraham Road
Palmer, MA 01069 9:00 am to 1:00 pm ****** March 13, 2010 Dick's Sporting Goods Riverdale St. Shops
1081 Riverdale Street
West Springfield, MA 01089 ****** Both demos described above were a success. Store
customers showed a lot of interest in the demos. ****** Saturday, March 27, 2010 16th annual Westfield River Symposium Scanlon Banquet Hall Westfield State College 577 Western
Avenue Westfield, MA 01086
This event was also a success many participants stopped by to watch Manny Dasilva,
Jack Lyons, Harold Norman and George Herrick during our tying demo.
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Fly Fishing Expo
Westfield River Watershed Association - www.westfieldriver.org
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