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8 am - 4 pm
Registration
Location: Ramada Inn
15. Euro Style Nymph Fishing CHANGED TO: 8 am - 4 pm
Instructor: Davy Wotton
Not for the beginner. This is an advanced class. If you don’t know who Davy Wotton is, you better get your Google search engine fired up. If anybody could add to your nymphing game, this is the fella. We will cover Czech and Polish styles---Rolled nymph; French /Spanish long leader techniques.
Equipment: Your own flyfishing equipment and flies. It’s an on-the-water workshop
Class Limit: 10 Fee: $60 ($85 Non-members) Location: Ramada Inn (River location to be determined.)
9 am - 11 am
1. Practical Saltwater Fly Casting Seminar
Instructor: Capt. Conway Bowman
In this class, Capt. Bowman will focus on accuracy, quickness, and fly placement, when sight casting to redfish, tarpon, bonefish and Mako sharks. If you want to make the most of your first (or your next) saltwater adventure, you will definitely want to take advantage of this experience.
Equipment: Bring your favorite 5wt+ rod. You’ll need it!
Class Limit: 10 Fee: $50 ($75 Non-members) Location: ASU Campus
9 am - 12 noon
2. Get Ready Class for Aspiring CCIs
Instructors: Allen Crise, CCI, MCCI and Matthew Whilhelm, CCI
Nervous about how you will do on CCI test Saturday? Here’s an opportunity to work some of those kinks out of your cast as well as your confidence before taking the test.
Equipment: Rod, reel, line, year fly and eye protection.
Class Limit: 12 Fee: $50 Location: East Soccer Field at Cooper Park.
9 am - 4 pm
3. Continuing Ed for CCIs
Instructor: Jay Clark, CCI, MCCI
Jay Clark, a Master Casting Instructor, will be doing an all day class as a continuing education for CCIs.
Equipment: Bring your own casting rig
Class Limit: 15 Fee: $35 Location: East Soccer Field at Cooper Park
9 am - 5 pm
4. Aquatic Entomology
Instructor: Art Mazzier, CCI, MCCI
Wanna’ catch more fish???
Here’s your opportunity to shorten the learning curve! Nationally recognized expert, Art “Doc” Mazzier, great friend to the FFF and the Southern Council, has graciously agreed to amend his schedule in order to bring to you his in depth class on the bugs that big fish will leave cover for. Art’s knowledge of entomology is nearly inexhaustible. He will lead you through a discovery and learning process that will elevate your understanding of the insects you have been encountering while fly fishing. But, Art is not just “a bug guy”. He also happens to be an FFF Master Casting Instructor, certified since 1997 and a recognized expert fly tier, not to mention his considerable fishing/catching abilities. Your attendance at this session will insure you a well rounded and in depth understanding and should be considered by all serious fishers, fly tiers and conservationists. This class should be “required reading” for at least one member in each club, simply to help facilitate the implementation of stream team initiatives and to elevate your club’s fly tying programs to a new level. This class is only offered once this year with a class size limit of 10, so don’t miss this unique opportunity. You can log on to the Southern Council Web site for the enrollment form at the link below. Oh yeah, almost forgot. Bring your tying gear. You’re not just learnin’ about bugs, you’re makin’ ‘em! Look forward to seeing you there!
Equipment: Tying gear
Class Limit: 10 Fee: $50 Location: Ramada Inn.
10 am -11:30 am
5. How to Cast Weighted Flies and Other Casting Wisdom
Instructor: Bob Clouser
Bob will share his approach to casting heavy flies and some of the knowledge he has gleaned from his many years of experience and from hanging out with guys like Lefty Kreh. Bob’s ability to share information and techniques like he’s been your fishing buddy for the last 25 years will have you casting better in no time. Just think, no more chuck and duck!
Class Limit: 10 Fee: $45 ($65 Non-members) Location: Casting Pool
12 noon - 4 pm
6. Practical Saltwater Fly Casting Seminar
Instructor: Capt. Conway Bowman
In this class, Capt. Bowman will focus on accuracy, quickness, and fly placement, when sight casting to redfish, tarpon, bonefish and mako sharks. If you want to make the most of your first (or your next) saltwater adventure, you will definitely want to take advantage of this experience.
Equipment: Bring your favorite 5wt+ rod. You’ll need it!
Class Limit: 10 Fee: $50 ($75 Non-members) Location: ASU Campus
7. Tying Classic Wet Flies
Instructor: Carolyn Dunn, CCI
If you ever had a desire to tie classic wet style flies then this one is for you. Carolyn Dunn, of Whiting’s tying pro staff, will introduce you to the classic wet fly by walking you through the basics. When you leave this class you will be familiar with the anatomy of feathers as they apply to married wings and the construction of classic wet flies including some with married wings. This is a class for folks who have intermediate or better skills and want to bring their tying to a more advanced level. It is hands on, so you will need your vise, basic tools, a light and glasses if you are not some eagle eyed youngster, and cement. You better bring a couple bobbins, it could get tricky but it’s sure to be fun!
Materials Fee: $25 to be paid at start of class to the instructor.
Equipment: Vise, basic tools, a light, 2 bobbins and cement.
Class Limit: 6 Fee: $5 ($10 Non-members) Location: C-2
8. “Ready-Set-Go” Saltwater Skills Class
Instructor: Stacy Lynn, CCI
For a fly fisher preparing to fish or be guided on the saltwater flats. Flyfishing in saltwater usually requires making quick decisions and being efficient in presenting the fly. This class helps prepare the angler for flyfishing in this demanding environment. Creative exercises are utilized to simulate the on-the-water experience. Skills development will include: the double haul; improving distance and accuracy; fly presentation; target practice; the ready position; casting to tailing and cruising fish; line management; and wind casting, plus more. Participants need basic casting, line management, and loop formation skills, and should be prepared to be outside for the entire class.
Equipment: 8wt outfits recommended, 6wt outfits provided.
Class Limit: 8 Fee: $5 ($10 Non-members) Location: ASU Campus
1pm - 3 pm
9. Personal Fly Tying Instruction
Instructor: Bob Clouser
Don’t just sit back and watch a Power Point presentation on how to tie a fly. Bring your tying vise and learn every aspect of tying the Clouser Minnow from the originator.
Equipment: Fly tying gear
Class Limit: 12 Fee: $50 members ($75 Non-members) Location: Ramada Inn
10. Understanding Macro Invertebrates, Water Quality and Setting up a Stream Team!
Instructor: Mark Van Patten
Every serious fly angler should attend this workshop. Have you every wondered what a prince nymph or a gold ribbed hares ear nymph is supposed to imitate? They mimic actual aquatic insects. These insects are called macro invertebrates and three of the most popular are Stoneflies, Mayflies and Caddis Flies. These tasty morsels are not only fish food but their presence in a stream indicates good water quality? This workshop will include some classroom time to familiarize you with macro invertebrate community and some hands on sampling to capture, identity and evaluate the water quality of a stream. Once you have had this experience you will find yourself rolling rocks in every stream you fish, allowing you to make a quick assessment of the water quality. Not to mention improving the possibilities for success with a fly rod on unfamiliar water.
Class Limit: 15 Fee: $5 ($10 Non-members) Pre-registration required.
Location: Building C-4 (1-2 pm) and Dodd Creek (2-3 pm - next to the Fairgrounds.)
12. Trip-leading for Special Needs Groups
Instructor: Ken Morrow
Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Project Healing Waters, Casting for Recovery, etc. Does your club sponsor or participate in programs like these? If so, then you need to attend this seminar taught by Wapiti Adventures Pro Guide, adaptive fly fishing instructor, and Texas all-waters paddlecraft fishing guide Ken Morrow. In this class Ken will cover topics such as special diets, emergency medical preparations and considerations, how to deal with mobility impairments, medication handling and storage, cold/heat/rest/hydration, children and the elderly, basic water safety and boating for special needs groups, and more.
Class Limit: 20 Fee: $20 Members ($25 Non-members) Location: C-3
1 pm - 4 pm
13. Beginning Spey Casting
Instructor: Lee Davison, CCI, MCCI & THCI
As a sought after Master two hand casting instructor Lee Davison will introduce you to the addicting sport of Spey casting. The basics will be covered and you will have the opportunity to cast and develop the skills necessary to start you on the path to becoming an accomplished Spey caster. Many of the techniques will allow you to have a basic understanding of how they apply to single-hand rods as well. Lee is sure to improve your casting ability, regardless!
Class Limit: 10 Fee: $50 ($75 Non-members) Location: Casting Pool
2 pm - 3 pm
14. Leaders for Fly Fishing
Instructors: Capt. Paul “Sodie” Sodaman, CCI, MCCI and
Craig “Professor” Phillips
We demonstrate a method of constructing your own twisted (furled) leaders from ordinary monofilament fishing line. This isn’t just a demonstration; you’ll be provided cordage and string to tie the knots right along with us.
Class Limit: Open Fee: $5 ($10 Non-member) Location: C-4
3 pm - 4 pm
16. The Sunfish
Instructor: Robert Prytula
In his program, “The Sunfish, Robert provides an overview of the mighty bream and sunfish species. Topics include species information, habitat, fly patterns, tactics/tips and resources. A how-to-guide for any dedicated bream or beginning fly fisher.
Class Limit: Open Fee: $5 ($10 Non-members) Location: Seminar Room
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Social Hour - Cash Bar Open
Location: Ramada Inn
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Conclave Welcoming Party
Fee: Goodwill donation
Location: Ramada Inn
7:00 pm
Committee Meetings
Communication, Conservation, Development, Education, Membership and Outreach. Contact each Vice President or Program Chair with your comments, recommendations or questions regarding past and future plans.
Location: Ramada Inn (Locations to be announced.)
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8 am - 4 pm
Registration
Location: Fairgrounds’ Exhibition Hall
9 am - 4 pm
Fly Tying Demonstrations and Commercial Exhibits
Location: Fairground’s Exhibition Hall
9 am - 10 am
17. Why is he catching fish and I am not?
Instructor: Lori Sloas
This program addresses common mistakes that anglers make on the stream.
Class Limit: Open Fee: FREE Location: C-4
18. Spey Casting Demonstration
Instructor: Lee Davison, CCI, MCCI & THCI
A not-to-be missed demonstration by a master if Spey casting. You’ll go away with some tips and techniques that you can then practice on your own to master this method of casting.
Class Limit: Open Fee: FREE Location: ASU Campus
19. Boy Scout Fly Fishing Merit Badge Program
Instructor: Al Crise, CCI, MCCI
Al will help you to “always be prepared” to successfully teach a merit badge class to your local scouts. Al will provide you with the knowledge and some tools that will make it easy and productive to participate in encouraging the youngsters to become happy fly fishers and even better stewards of our waters. Something you can take back home to the rest of the club!
Class Limit: Open Fee: FREE Location: C-2
9 am - 10:15 am
21. How to Cast Weighted Flies and Other Casting Wisdom
Instructor: Bob Clouser
Bob will share his approach to casting heavy flies and some of the knowledge he has gleaned from his many years of experience and from hanging out with guys like Lefty Kreh. Bob’s ability to share information and techniques like he’s been your fishing buddy for the last 25 years will have you casting better in no time. Just think, no more chuck and duck!
Class Limit: 10 Fee: $35 ($50 Non-members) Location: Casting Pool
22. Fishing Dry Flies on the White and Norfork Rivers
Instructor: John Berry
Every fly pattern you would need to fly fish the legendary White and Norfork Rivers. This is an in-depth presentation of dry flies and casting techniques to aid in your fly fishing experience on these waters. This is a must for serious fly fishers considering fishing these fabulous habitats.
No equipment required.
Class Limit: 10 Fee: $35 ($45 Non-members) Location: Building C-1
9 am - 11 am
20. Hands on Tying
Instructor: Davy Wotton
Wet fly and soft hackles. Wet fly and soft hackles.
Class Limit: 10 Fee: $40 ($60 Non-members) Location: Seminar Room
9 am - 12 noon
23. Basic Fly Casting Class
Instructor: Stacy Lynn, CCI
For Beginners: focus is on the fundamentals of fly casting and basic line management, including energy development, accuracy, and efficiency. Students will move through a series of exercises meant to build and progress their skills. Participants should be prepared to be outside for the entire class
Equipment: 6wt outfits provided.
Class Limit: 8 Fee: $50 ($75 Non-members) Location: ASU Campus
10 am - 11 am
24. Just Add Salt
Instructors: Capt. Paul “Sodie” Sodaman, CCI, MCCI and
Craig “Professor” Phillips
This program covers the basics of saltwater fly fishing for the beginner or novice, focused on the Florida Keys. It covers the equipment you need to hit the salt flats, from rods and reels to wading boots and clothing. We discuss the fish you’ll pursue; the “Big Three” of bonefish, permit, and tarpon, as well as overlooked species like sharks, barracuda, jacks, and anything else that will bite. Tides and their influence on the flats we fish is a vitally important piece of knowledge for saltwater anglers, and we discuss tidal flow and which fishes best. If you plan to head to Florida, Belize, the Bahamas, or any other tropical fly fishing destination, this seminar will be a great primer for you. Much of the information is applicable to the Gulf Coast redfish and speckled trout fishery as well. Approximately 40 minutes.
Class Limit: Open Fee: FREE Location: C-4
10:00 am - 12 noon
25. Advanced Casting Class
Instructor: Jay Clark, CCI, MCCI
This class is for advanced casters only. Come get those final kinks ironed out.
Equipment: Bring your own casting rig.
Class Limit: 10 Fee: $25 ($35 Non-members) Location: ASU Campus
26. Fishing Casts
Instructor: Chuck Easterling, CCI, MCCI, & BOG
This workshop will cover how to build a strong foundation to your casting and will include “analyzing your bio-mechanics”, “your loops”, and “how to establish a solid plan to improve through structured practice.”
Class Limit: 8 Fee: $25 ($40 Non-members) Location: ASU Campus
10:30 am - 11:30 am
27. Texoma on the Fly
Instructor: Steve Hollensed, CCI, MCCI
In this program, Steve Hollensed, Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD) licensed guide and FFF—CCI, shares his knowledge gained from years of searching out stripers and bass on Texoma with the fly rod. He will also discuss in detail his favorite pattern - the summer blitzes that run for miles. Topics covered include strategies, methods, and tackle that will make you more successful in your next pursuit of stripers on the fly.
Class Limit: OPEN Fee: FREE Location: C-2
10:30 am - 12 noon
28. Fly tying with Bob Clouser
How about an instructional session with the man who’s name is synonymous with the most productive fly ever tied? Bob will show you a variety of ways to tie the Clouser minnow using a variety of materials, including some new stuff you probably haven’t even heard of yet! He will also focus on techniques that will improve your tying game all around. Better get on board early, this is going to fill up quick.
Class Limit: 10 Fee: $35 ($45 Non-members) Location: C-3
11 am - 12 noon
29. Bass Fly-Fishing 101: The Accelerated Course
Instructor: Capt. Conway Bowman
Designed to quickly teach intermediate and advanced fly anglers the tools of fly-fishing for bass, this class will teach you what you need to know to hook that trophy largemouth! What you’ll learn: Casting in structure, flies, knots, where bass live, what bass eat, reading the water, moon phase relationship, and water temperature relationship.
Class Limit: 8 Fee: $35 ($45 Non-members) Location: Seminar Room
11:45 am - 12:45 pm
30. Leaders for Fly Fishing
Instructors: Capt. Paul “Sodie” Sodaman, CCI, MCCI and
Craig “Professor” Phillips
We demonstrate a method of constructing your own twisted (furled) leaders from ordinary monofilament fishing line. This isn’t just a demonstration; you’ll be provided cordage and string to tie the knots right along with us.
Class Limit: Open Fee: FREE Location: C-4
12 noon - 12:50 pm
31. Ultralight Spey Casting Demonstration
Instructor: Lee Davison, CCI, MCCI & THCI
Again the master of Spey casting demonstrates techniques that you can use to make the transition from a single-handed rod to the two-handed Spey rod.
Class Limit: Open Fee: FREE Location: Casting Pool
12 noon - 1 pm
32. Fly Fishing for West Coast Bones
Instructor: Capt. Conway Bowman
Conway is going to take you along on one of his favorite fishing adventures. Carpin’! Take a minute and listen to a tale of big fish found in large numbers right in your own back yard. Take the advice that will be offered in this class and you will be on your way to bagging yourself a west coast bone or golden ghost. Call ‘em what you want. I call ‘em FUN!
Class Limit: TBD Fee: $35 ($45 Non-members) Location: Seminar Room
12 noon - 2 pm
33. Beginning Fly Tying
Instructor: Teresa “TBird” Van Winkle
This workshop will cover the basics of thread application, with a simple fly such as the San Juan worm. Moving on to the typing of a thread bodied bead head Zebra midge and further advanced midge patterns. We then move on to how to lead an underbody, and forming a dubbed body over that to produce a sowbug/scud. If time permits, we will add a Zugbug.
Equipment: Participants will need to bring their vices, tools, lamps AND extension cords. Kits for tying the flies will be available for the students. IF you do not fly tying equipment, let us know because there are some educational units available.
Experience Level: Beginner to Intermediate.
Class Limit: 8 Fee: $30 ($50 Non-members) Pre-registration required. Location: C-3
12 noon - 4 pm
34. Adaptive Casting Workshop
Instructors: Dr. Gary Eaton, CCI, MCCI and Ken Morrow
This class was designed by Dr. Eaton, Brian Ellis, MCCI, and Ken Morrow in 2008 to assist certified and un-certified casting coaches working with persons with disabilities. Dr. Eaton is a recognized expert in the field of pain management and rehabilitation medicine and a master certified casting instructor. Mr. Ellis is well known as a master certified casting instructor and long-time Vice-President (Communication) of the Southern Council. Ken Morrow was the founding Southern Region Coordinator of Project Healing Waters who now teaches adaptive fly fishing professionally. Course content covers both the philosophy and techniques of helping fly casters with disabilities to adapt the fundamentals of fly casting to their own physical, psychological, and emotional realities, safely, and painlessly in a non-intimidating environment.
Equipment: Rod/reel w/line, leader, and yarn fly. Drinking water, sunscreen, hat and safety/sun glasses.
Class Limit: 12 Fee: Free Location: ASU Campus
1 pm - 2 pm
35. Belize on the Cheap
Instructors: Capt. Paul “Sodie” Sodaman, CCI, MCCI and
Craig “Professor” Phillips
Class Limit: Open Fee: FREE Location: Building C-4
36. Smallmouth, Top to Bottom
Instructor: Bob Clouser
Bob Clouser is a consummate Smallmouth bass fisherman and has been for years. He has authored several books to include “Fly Fishing for Smallmouth”. This will be an opportunity to learn about the history of the species, their habitat and everything else that you need to become a productive “smallie” junkie and a better steward of this great resource.
Class Limit: 10 Fee: $50 ($75 Non-members) Location: Seminar Room
1pm - 3 pm
37. Beginning Fly Casting
Instructors: Chuck Easterling, CCI, MCCI, & BOG and Art Mazzier, CCI, MCCI
This workshop will cover how to build a strong foundation to your casting and will include “analyzing your bio-mechanics,” “your loops” and “how to establish a solid plan to improve through structured practice.”
Equipment: Favorite fly fishing outfit
Class Limit: 10 Fee: $50 ($75 Non-members) Location: ASU Campus
38. Intermediate Casting Class
Instructor: Jay Clark, CCI, MCCI
This class is for intermediate casters only. Come step up to the next level.
Class Limit: 10 Fee: $25 Members ($35 Non-members) Location: ASU Campus
39. Understanding Macro Invertebrates, Water Quality and Setting up a Stream Team
Instructor: Mark Van Patten
Every serious fly angler should attend this workshop. Have you ever wondered what a prince nymph or a gold ribbed hares ear nymph is supposed to imitate? They mimic actual aquatic insects. These insects are called macro invertebrates and three of the most popular are Stoneflies, Mayflies and Caddis Flies. These tasty morsels are not only fish food but their presence in a stream indicates good water quality? This workshop will include some classroom time to familiarize you with the macro invertebrate community and some hands-on sampling to capture, identify and evaluate the water quality of a stream. Once you have had this experience you will find yourself rolling rocks in every stream you fish, allowing you to make a quick assessment of the water quality. Not to mention improving the possibilities for success with a fly rod on unfamiliar water.
Equipment: Bring your waders because we will be getting wet.
Class Limit: 15 Fee: FREE Location: TBA
1pm - 4pm
40. Diagnosing Your Cast Class FULL - CLOSED WORSHOP
Instructor: Stacy Lynn, CCI
Something is just not right with your cast: a funny shaped loop; can’t get the fly to land where you want; not enough line speed to cast the distance you want; your double haul is more like a double dribble; whatever! In this class, participants will learn to examine, analyze, diagnose, and correct many of life’s little fly casting issues. Each participant will be evaluated individually and take part in group analysis and diagnostic exercises. Proper (and improper) casting fundamentals and techniques will be reviewed. Participants need some casting experience. Participants should be prepared to be outside for the entire class.
Equipment: 6wt outfits provided.
Class Limit: 8 Fee: $50 ($75 Non-member) Location: ASU Campus
1 pm - Finish
41. Jerry Clark Casting Games — Ozark Fly Fishers
Try your skills at the casting pools. Who knows…you might win a trophy in both distance and accuracy casting.
Equipment: Will be provided.
Class Limit: Open Fee: FREE Location: Casting Pool
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
42. Fly Tying with Terry and Roxanne Wilson
Terry and Roxanne are the gurus of warm water wisdom. They have written books and lectured on warm water techniques and have numerous “killer” warm water flies to their credit. Come and let them show you how to be the best warm water fisher you can be!
Equipment: Tying Gear
Class Limit: 12 Fee: $25 ($45 Non-members) Location: C-2
2 pm - 3 pm
43. The Skinflints Guide to the Florida Keys
Instructors: Capt. Paul “Sodie” Sodaman, CCI, MCCI and
Craig “Professor” Phillips
This program will provide you with ways to fish the vaunted Florida Flats without a guide and without breaking the vacation budget. We’ll show you where to camp, eat and wade fish to get the most out of your fishing dollar while you chase bonefish, tarpon, barracuda, sharks, and maybe even permit. Bring your Key’s map, because we’re going to tell you EXACTLY where to park your rental car to access fishable flats. Approximately 40 minutes
Class Limit: Open Fee: FREE Location: C-4
44. Fly Fishing the Ragged Edge for Mako Sharks
Instructor: Capt. Conway Bowman
Makos are the fastest, highest-jumping sharks in the world. They gather off the coast of San Diego during the summer, and attack flies fished in a chum line. Join Conway as he takes you on a journey to catch these top-notch predators. He will discuss equipment, techniques, locations, and explains how to do so for less than you would imagine.
Class Limit: TBD Fee: $35 ($45 Non-members) Location: Seminar Room
2:30 pm - 3:45 pm
45. How to Cast Weighted Flies and Other Casting Wisdom with Bob Clouser
Instructor: Bob Clouser
Bob will share his approach to casting heavy flies and some of the knowledge he has gleaned from his many years of experience and from hanging out with guys like Lefty Kreh. Bob’s ability to share information and techniques like he’s been your fishing buddy for the last 25 years, will have you casting better in no time. Just think, no more chuck and duck!
Class Limit: 20 Fee: $35 ($50 Non-members) Location: Casting Pool
3 pm - 4 pm
46. Understanding Fly Tying Materials
Instructor: Davy Wotton
From feather, fur to synthetics. First-come basis.
Class Limit: OPEN Fee: FREE Location: C-2
47. Fly Fishing the Ragged Edge for Redfish, Tarpon and Bonefish
Instructor: Capt. Conway Bowman
A warm water adventure of your dreams starts here as Conway explains the ins and outs of fishing for these awesome species. He will share his extensive knowledge regarding the tactics, equipment and locations to pursue a fish of a lifetime. Get a preview at www.bowmanbluewater.com
Class Limit: TBD Fee: $35 ($45 Non-members) Location: Seminar Room
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
48. “The International Game Fish Association and World Records
Instructors: Capt. Paul “Sodie” Sodaman, MCCI and Craig “Professor” Phillips
This program will briefly describe the work of the International Game Fish Association, the IGFA and their sport fishing record program. You’ll learn what records are kept and how to rig your gear to be complaint if you catch a record-class fish. We’ll also cover legal fishing methods and the ‘Do’s and Don’ts’ of seeking record fish.
Class Limit: Open Fee: FREE Location: C-4
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Social Hour - Cash Bar Open
Location: Ramada Inn
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Live Auction with Johnny Chamness
Location: Ramada Inn
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8 am - 4 pm
Registration
Location: Fairgrounds’ Exhibition Hall
9 am - 4 pm
Fly Tying Demonstrations and Commercial Exhibits
Location: Fairground’s Exhibition Hall
Photography Contest Display
Location: Fairground’s Exhibition Hall
9 am - 10 am
49. Ways to Rig Your Rig
Instructor: Davy Wotton
Rigging techniques from simple to advanced. First come basis. No fee
Class Limit: First Come Basis Fee: FREE Location: Seminar Room
50. More and Larger Bluegills
Instructors: Terry and Roxanne Wilson
Designed to reveal the secrets discussed in detail in our best-selling book, Bluegill Fly Fishing & Flies, using illustrations and beautiful photography to demonstrate specific jumbo bluegill locations, which flies to use, and effective presentations that consistently take bluegills over 8 inches. Learn the criteria for selecting ponds and lakes capable of producing big fish, how to select flies for surface, mid-depth, and bottom fishing, how to take advantage of the vertical drop, and a philosophy for selecting fly color under varying sets of conditions.
Class Limit: 10 Fee: FREE Location: C-4
9 am - 12 noon
51. “Ladies, Come Dip Your Toes in the CCI River.”
Instructor: Diane Blair, CCI
This is the class you gals have been waiting for. For ladies only. Taught be ladies, attended by ladies. No testosterone allowed. It is your chance to see what it takes to become an FFF certified casting instructor. This is not the usual get ready class. This is a primer to give you a feel for what is involved only. Low key, no pressure. One of the very best things about this class is that regardless of your commitment to being a certified casting instructor, Diane will make sure you leave a better caster than when you arrived. Win, Win!
Equipment: Your favorite fly rod and reel, leader, safety glasses
Class Limit: 10 Fee: FREE Location: ASU Campus
9 am - 4 pm
52. Wayne E and Catherine Moore Youth Conclave
Open to children under the age of 16. If your child is under the age of 8, we require that you accompany him to this activity. Lunch is provided. Each child must bring a hat, sun screen, and sunglasses.
Requirement: registration and permission slip signed by a parent or guardian prior to the outing. Permission slips available at the registration desk.
Car-pooling is advised. For liability reasons, parents — please make arrangements for your child to get to or be taken to Dry Run Creek. We do not assume responsibility.
Class Limit: Open Fee: FREE (Pre-registration required) Location: Starts at Fairgrounds and ends at Dry Run Creek.
2 pm - 3 pm
53. The Skinflints Guide to the Florida Keys
Instructors: Capt. Paul “Sodie” Sodaman, CCI, MCCI and
Craig “Professor” Phillips
This program will provide you with ways to fish the vaunted Florida Flats without a guide and without breaking the vacation budget. We’ll shown you where to camp, eat and wade fish to get the most out of your fishing dollar while you chase bonefish, tarpon, barracuda, sharks, and maybe even permit. Bring your Key’s map because we’re going to tell you EXACTLY where to park your rental car to access fishable flats.
Class Limit: Open Fee: FREE Location: C-4
9:30 am - 11 am
54. Spey Casting with Single Hand and Switch Rods
Instructor: Lee Davison, CCI, MCCI & THCI
This class highlights the benefits of adapting Spey casting techniques to conventional flyfishing situations to enhance your casting toolbox. The class will also address modern “switch rods” and hybrid rods and why they have a niche in flyfishing. This session should open up a new horizon for “freestyle casting” that will make you a more effective fly fisher.
Class Limit: 10 Fee: FREE Location: ASU Campus
10 am - 11 am
55. Leaders for Fly Fishing
Instructors: Capt. Paul “Sodie” Sodaman, CCI, MCCI and
Craig “Professor” Phillips
We demonstrate a method of constructing your own twisted (furled) leaders from ordinary monofilament fishing line. This isn’t just a demonstration; you’ll be provided cordage and string to tie the knots right along with us.
Class Limit: Open Fee: FREE Location: C-2
56. Frugal Fly Fishing: Chile On Your Own
Instructor: Norm Crisp
Would you like to fly fish Chile without spending your children’s inheritance? It can be done. Norm Crisp will give you practical tips, based on his several years of experience, on how to fly fish Chile on your own for less than $100 a day.
Class Limit: Open Fee: FREE Location: C-3
57. Fly Fishing the Ragged Edge for Mako Sharks
Instructor: Capt. Conway Bowman
Makos are the fastest, highest-jumping sharks in the world. They gather off the coast of San Diego during the summer, and attack flies fished in a chum line. Join Conway as he takes you on a journey to catch these top-notch predators. He will discuss equipment, techniques, locations, and explains how to do so for less than you would imagine.
Class Limit: Open Fee: $35 ($50 Non-members) Location: Seminar Room
10:00 am - 11:15 am
58. How to Cast Weighted Flies and Other Casting Wisdom
Instructor: Bob Clouser
Bob will share his approach to casting heavy flies and some of the knowledge he has gleaned from his many years of experience and from hanging out with guys like Lefty Kreh. Bob’s ability to share information and techniques like he’s been your fishing buddy for the last 25 years, will have you casting better in no time. Just think, no more chuck and duck!
Class Limit: 10 Fee: $50 ($75 Non-members) Location: Casting Pool
10:15 am - 11:15 am
59. Fishing Dry Flies on the White and Norfork Rivers
Instructor: John Berry
Every fly pattern you would need to fly fish the legendary White and Norfork Rivers. This is an in-depth presentation of dry flies and casting techniques to aid in your fly fishing experience on these waters. A “must” for serious fly fishers who may be considering fishing on these fabulous habitats.
Equipment: No equipment necessary.
Class Limit: 10 Fee: $35 ($45 Non-members) Location: C-1
10:30 am - 12 noon
60. Antique Fly Fishing Road Show
Instructors: Harry Boyd, CCI, and Company
Do you have an old bamboo rod you bought at a garage sale and have no idea what it is or what it is worth. How about a doodad you got out of your granddads fly box that looks like nothing you’ve ever seen before. Well, this is your opportunity to stump the experts. Our good friend Harry Boyd has assembled a crack staff of experts in order to enlighten you if at all possible. Bring your oddities in and see if the fellas can clear up your mystery. It should prove to be fun!
Class Limit: Open Fee: FREE Location: On Stage
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
61. Beginning Fly Tying
Instructor: Teresa “TBird” Van Winkle
This workshop will cover the basics of thread application, with a simple fly such as the San Juan Worm. Moving on to the tying of a thread bodied bead head Zebra midge and further advanced midge patterns. We then move on to how to lead a underbody, and forming a dubbed body over that to produce a sowbug/scud if time permits we will add a Zugbug.
Equipment: Participants will need to bring their vices, tools, lamps, extension cords.
Materials Fee: Kits for tying the files will be available for students.
Experience Level: Beginner to Intermediate.
Class Limit: 8 Fee: $30 ($50 Non-members) Location: C-4
11 am - 12 noon
62. A Fly Fishing Scavenger Hunt: Catching Our Native Species From Their Native Range
Instructor: Norm Crisp
Would you like to add species from their native range to your life list? Norm Crisp will share his experience and knowledge gained by completing the California Heritage Trout Challenge, the FFF CutCatch and Wyoming CutSlam on how to do it.
Class Limit: Open Fee: FREE Location: C-3
63. Bass Fly-Fishing 101: The Accelerated Course
Instructor: Capt. Conway Bowman
Designed to quickly teach intermediate and advanced fly anglers the tools of fly-fishing for bass, this class will teach you what you need to know to hook that trophy largemouth! What you’ll learn: Casting in structure, flies, knots, where bass live, what bass eat, reading the water, moon phase relationship, and water temperature relationship.
Class Limit: Open Fee: $35 ($50 Non-members) Location: Seminar Room
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
65. Outreach Luncheon
Come and join in the fun at the luncheon this year. Johnny Chamness will be our auctioneer and the food is always fantastic. If you’re late getting there from a program at the fairgrounds or need to leave early, no worries! We have some of the best auction/raffle deals at the Conclave. Don’t miss out! If you’ve already had lunch and want to come — that’s okay too! Come join in on the fun.
Class Limit: 50 Fee: $16 (Luncheon ticket must be purchased NOW through pre-registration. Auction attendance is free.)
Location: Van Metre Senior Citizen Center, Cooper Park
12 noon - 1 pm
66. Smallmouth, Top to Bottom
Instructor: Bob Clouser
Bob Clouser is a consummate Smallmouth bass fisherman and has been for years. He has authored several books to include “Fly Fishing for Smallmouth”. This will be an opportunity to learn about the history of the species, their habitat and everything else that you need to become a productive “smallie” junkie and a better steward of this great resource.
Class Limit: 10 Fee: $50 ($75 Non-members) Location: Seminar Room
64. Rotary Tying Techniques
Instructor: Mike Clark
Own one of those cool rotary vices? Are you getting what you paid for? Most of us use our rotary vices to palmer chenille or a bit of hackle. Maybe even to spin on some dubbing. There’s a lot more to it. Let Mike lead you through some of the techniques that will add a whole new dimension to your tying and increase your speed in which you handle some routine tasks. This is a good program for those considering the purchase of a rotary vice and not sure of its advantages.
Class Limit: 10 Fee: $50 ($75 Non-members) Location: C-3
1 pm - 2 pm
67. Fly Fishing Ponds
Instructors: Terry and Roxanne Wilson
Think pond fishing is easy? Not all ponds are created and fly-fishing success on ponds is dependent upon understanding what makes a good fishing pond and how to take advantage of circumstances, whatever they may be. Illustrations and photos enrich the viewer’s knowledge of where, when and how to target bass, bluegill, and other species in public or private ponds and lakes. Fly selections and presentations for bass and bluegill are discussed.
Class Limit: Open Fee: FREE Location: C-4
1 pm - 3 pm
68. Hands on Tying
Instructor: Davy Wotton
Wet fly and soft hackles. Traditional to modern nymphs.
Class Limit: 10 Fee: $40 ($60 Non-members) Location: Seminar Room
69. Adaptive Fly Tying Workshop
Instructor: Ken Morrow
If you teach fly tying through your club or fly shop it is just a matter of time until you encounter a student with a handicap who wants to learn to tie flies. Veterans hospitals, nursing homes, military hospitals, YMCA’s, and church recreation centers are all excellent facilities for FFF outreach programs and fly shop market expansion programs. And they are also places where you are likely to encounter people with disabilities. Often times, these disabilities aren’t casually obvious. Cognitive, psychological, developmental, and emotional impairments are rarely visible. And many physical disabilities aren’t readily apparent either. But sit down at a tying vise with someone with a disability and it won’t take long for the subject to come up…one way or another. So what do you do? In this interactive workshop Ken Morrow, professional adaptive fly tying instructor and Peak Pro Staff fly tier, will share with you some of the things that he has learned over his years both as a disabled tier himself, and as a teacher to literally scores of disabled and injured students.
Equipment: Pen or pencil, notepad. Participants are encouraged to bring their own vises and tying supplies, but it is not mandatory.
Class Limit: 20 Fee: FREE Location: C-2
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
70. Fly Tying with Bob Clouser
How about an instructional session with the man who’s name is synonymous with the most productive fly ever tied? Bob will show you a variety of ways to tie the Clouser minnow using a variety of materials, including some new stuff you probably haven’t even heard of yet! He will also focus on techniques that will improve your tying game all around. Better get on board early, this is going to fill up quick.
Class Limit: 10 Fee: $50 ($75 Non-members) Location: C-3
3 pm - 4 pm
71. “Backyard Flats Training”
Instructors: Capt. Paul “Sodie” Sodaman, CCI, MCCI and
Craig “Professor” Phillips
This program provides you with an introduction to the techniques needed to be successful on your first saltwater trip, or to brush up if you’re just out of practice. It focuses on real world practice through shallow water fly fishing for Carp. Carp will help you learn or enhance your flats fishing skills before you head south for bonefish, permit, redfish, or tarpon. Approximately 40 minutes
Class Limit: OPEN Fee: FREE Location: C-4
72. Fly Fishing the Ragged Edge for Redfish, Tarpon and Bonefish
Instructor: Capt. Conway Bowman
A warm water adventure of your dreams starts here as Conway explains the ins and outs of fishing for these awesome species. He will share his extensive knowledge regarding the tactics, equipment and locations to pursue a fish of a lifetime. Get a preview at http://www.bowmanbluewater.com
Class Limit: TBD Fee: $35 ($45 Non-members) Location: Seminar Room
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Social Hour - Cash Bar Open
Location: Fairgrounds’ Exhibit Hall
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
2009 Southern Council Awards Banquet
Location: Fairgrounds’ Exhibit Hall
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8 am - 9 am
General Membership Meeting
Council members are welcome and encouraged to attend. The by-laws changes will be presented and voted upon. The proposed change affecting the Council officers will occur at this meeting.
Location: Fairgrounds’ Exhibition Hall
9 am - Finish
Board of Directors’ Meeting
Council officers a are required to attend. All club presidents and/or their representatives are encouraged to attend. All members are welcome.
Location: Fairgrounds’ Exhibition Hall
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