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2008 ConclaveThe Conclave is the premier event of the the Southern Council Federation of Flyfishers, held each year in Mountain Home, Arkansas. It was held Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, October 2nd thru October 4th, 2008. The business meeting will be held Sunday morning the 5th. YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS WHAT IS STACKING UP TO BE A GREAT TIME!Workshops Cancelled
Regrettably, Mark Van Patten will not be able to attend nor conduct his workshops. Mark is a quality instructor and an expert when it comes to macroinvertebrates, water quality and Stream Teams. His work schedule required a sudden rearranging to cover something "official" at the same time as the 2008 Conclave. Mark would like nothing better than teach fly fishers some of what he works with daily. Hopefully, next year, he can work it out to return with these free workshops. 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 website 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! 2008 Conclave Enrollment Form [PDF] Earl Stanek's Realistics Ready for 2008 Conclave Auction
2008 Conclave UpdateFor those who have had difficulty finding our 2008 Conclave Schedule - Final Version [PDF] and Conclave Registration Form [PDF] Revised 09.01.08. Print it, fill it out, attach payment and mail it in to our managing director. There is also more information below in the Conclave area. Keep informed of last minute changes and updates as they are made available. Were you aware that one of our featured fly fishers was replaced? Find out about Mel Kreiger and his replacement Tim Rajeff also. Check out the general meeting annoucement. Are you in need of a place to stay during conclave? Roger and Tracie Maler have their White River cabin available for the week. Have you heard about the River Berry Players as one evening's entertainment hightlight? Should be a fine time. Need to know who is in charge of what area? The 2008 Conclave Chairs are shown in the Conclave area. Got a young friend who needs to go to the Wayne E and Catherine Moore Youth Day at the Conclave? Check out the spectacular photos and information. Larry Murphy, Don't Miss It! 2008 Youth ConclaveMark your calendars right now for the Wayne E & Catherine Moore Youth program for 2008 at the Southern Council Conclave – Saturday, October 4th in Mountain Home, Arkansas at the fabled waters of Dry Run Creek. It will be one of the best decisions you have made in a long time!
Ozark Fly Fishers will be the hosting chapter for the youth program this coming fall. If you are a parent, a grandparent, a great grandparent, an uncle, an aunt, or in any size, shape or form connected to a child under the age of 16, you should seriously consider taking them to the Southern Council Conclave this coming fall. It is one of the most amazing places to fish for trout (rainbows, browns, brook, and cutthroats) on planet earth. There are reported to be more than 10,000 trout per mile. The requirements: 1) Flies only 2) Barbless Hooks only 3) Catch and Release only 4) Must be under 16 or handicapped. We will have all of the gear, stream-helpers (guides), lunch provided, and lots of other fun and giveaways for the kids. This is an absolutely amazing experience for the kids and you will have memories for you and them that will last a lifetime. If you would like to get involved in getting kids hooked for life, we are looking for helpers and any donations that might be available (primarily in the form of giveaways for the kids – flies, gear, and other things). Please contact Kevin Miquelon for more information at or 314-753-3644. I hope to see you there.
Submitted by Kevin Miquelon General Membership Meeting Date/Time ChangeImportant Notice!!! Please Read!!! The general membership meeting of the FFF Southern Council will be held on Sunday Morning, 8:00 a.m. immediately prior to the Board Meeting. Due to abysmal attendance at the Saturday afternoon meetings we are going to try moving this meeting back to Sunday. We will vote for the new officers at this meeting and the meeting will be approximately 30 minutes. Sheryl Knight 2008 Conclave ChairsConclave Chair — Michael Kyle Maler Cabin on the White River Available During Conclave
Roger Maler sends word that his cabin on the White River - Shoestring Shoals is available for rent for the 2008 Conclave. Roger said, "Please announce that our cabin will be available to rent for conclave week (the first time ever ) at a special rate of $1200 for 7 days, it sleeps 10 with foldouts." For detail information, view detailed cabin Information or call Tracie at (901) 359-3592 to make arrangements.
River Berry Players
Keynote/Featured Fly Fisher Change
Tim Rajeff will be replacing Mel Kreiger as one of the keynotes at the conclave in October. It is appears that Mr. Krieger is very sick in the hospital and will not be able to attend our upcoming conclave. Please include him in your prayers. More information will follow. Larry Murphy Previous Conclaves |
Lulie, age 14, Billy, age 12, and Railan, age 10 — children of Bill and Susie Aistrope from Stoutland, MO — will be featured during an evening at Conclave. They play bluegrass, country and gospel music on the fiddle and guitar. They have been performing for several years in Newburg at Lyric Live Theatre. More details and photo to follow. 