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If you would like to join our club online follow this link - Membership ABOUT CFFC WHY JOIN CFFC EVENTS CALENDAR FORUM CFFC FACEBOOK 2020 EDUCATION PROGRAMS 2020 MEETINGS & PROGRAMS 2020 TRIPS & OUTINGS * * SAVED REPORTS * * Outing’s & Events MEET UP FOR FISHING TRIPS HOW TO - FAQ? "NEW" FLY FISHING RESOURCES/WEBSITES " NEW" - Fly Fishing Articles & How-To Videos ________________________________________________________________________ MEETINGS AND EVENTS As we observe the global response to the COVID‐19 Coronavirus, I want to assure you that CFFC is very focused on the safety of our members, supporters and our communities. We have adopted best practices of social distancing for everyone’s safety. We thank you for your partnership and understanding. Wednesday, October 14th 6:30-8:30 Join us for a virtual presentation from fly fishing addict and author Sam Johnson. Sam is a member of the TU Gold Rush GA Chapter and published the book "Fly Fishing the Blue Ridge Parkway". Sam has captured in one guide an incredible bucket list” of over 210 of the most serene and productive places to chase trout along the North Carolina Section of the Parkway. His boots on the ground and lines in the water experience, offer detailed descriptions and insight for each water shed. And with just enough of their history and lore to make those evening campfire sessions even more interesting. Additional information can be found at: www.wildbearings.com . We will have a book giveaway during our meeting and Sam will also be selling his book which can be shipped directly to you. To sign up for this click here Tuesday 13 October Wilson Creek Fly Fishing Week Day Outing Click here to register Helton Creek Week Day Outing Thursday 22 October 2020 Click here to register We are currently seeking members to fill Open Positions on our Board of Directors. Please click here if you are interested Admission Info Cash only at the gate Purchase advance tickets HERE Adult: One day $15 Two-day pass $25 Children under 5 free, under 12: $2 Scouts under 16 in uniform: free Active Military: $10 The Carolina Fly Fishing Club is planning a banner year of fishing outings for our members. The outings will be planned to appeal to all levels of fly fishers, from beginners to advanced. We will have both one day and multi-day outings, cold and warm water fishing, free and low cost events. These outings will provide opportunities to learn new water and benefit from experience and mentoring from other members and, as always, a great opportunity to meet, socialize and fish with fellow CFFC fly fishers. The schedule of events will become expanded and with firmer dates as we advance in the early months of the year. Following are currently planned, committed outings that you can put on your calendars now and be ready to go. Some events will have maximum attendees and some will require advance payment so be sure to check the events calendar frequently and get registered early for those events that you want to attend. We have 5 outings planned for the South Holston River and its trophy sized wild trout and other nearby waters. These are very popular outings and early registration will assure attendance. March 7 - we will kick off the 2015 fishing year with a delayed harvest trout stream outing, most likely Wilson Creek April 9-12 – our annual Spring, Western North Carolina, large group outing in the Nantahala area with multiple DH and wild trout waters near by May 9 – another delayed harvest trout stream outing, location TBD May 12-15 – South Holston River mid-week outing, Bluff City, Tenn. Maximum of 4 anglers. Also, other nearby streams including the Watauga, Beaver Dam, Stoney, and Doe May TBD – potential camping outing June 11-14 – South Holston River outing, Bluff City, Tenn. Maximum of 8 anglers. Also, other nearby streams including the Watauga, Beaver Dam, Stoney, and Doe July 9-12 – South Holston River outing, Bluff City, Tenn. Maximum of 6 anglers. Also, other nearby streams including the Watauga, Beaver Dam, Stoney, and Doe August 6-9 – South Holston River outing, Bluff City Tenn. Maximum of 6 anlgers. Also, other nearby streams including the Watauga, Beaver Dam, Stoney, and Doe August TBD – We are working on a potential smallmouth bass outing, location TBD September TBD – We are working on another possible camping outing for trout, smallmouth or both, location TBD October 1-4 - South Holston River outing, Bluff City, Tenn. Maximum of 6 anglers. Also, other nearby streams including the Watauga, Beaver Dam, Stoney, and Doe October 10 – A delayed harvest trout stream outing, most likely Wilson Creek November TBD – Annual Fall, Western North Carolina, large group outing in the Nantahala area with multiple DH and wild trout waters near by November TBD - another nearby delayed harvest outing, location TBD March 7, 2015 Wilson Creek Day Trip Please register if you will attend! OK CFFC Members, the 2015 Delayed Harvest season is starting up. During the first week of March there should be some fresh, hungry trout stocked in our local Delayed Harvest streams. For those of you new to North Carolina Trout Seasons, Delayed Harvest is the NC state’s modified Catch and Release program. March, April and May, the Department of Wildlife Resources stocks selected streams ( those marked with Black and White diamond shaped signs) for Catch and Release, single hook, artificial lure only fishing. In short all fish caught must be released. On Saturday, March 7th, the CFFC will host an outing to Wilson Creek. Wilson Creek is located about 20 miles outside of Morganton. For those of you not familiar with the area, take I- 40 West, towards Asheville. Take exit 100, turn right and go about 4 miles. The road will dead end into state route 181. Turn left, go about 10 miles and make a right onto Brown Mountain Beach Road. There is a white church with steeple very visible at this turn. Follow Brown Mountain Beach road about 5 miles, and look for the signs for Wilson Creek, Brown Mountain Beach Resort and Mortimer Campground. You will cross a bridge over Wilson creek just before THE LEFT TURN onto the road to Brown Mountain Beach. You can also go to Google Maps and search for Mortimer NC and it will show you directions. Brown Mountain Beach Road is a combination of paved and dirt (very navigable) road. For those who would like to meet up first for tips, pointers, etc., we will meet at the parking lot just past and to the right of the THIRD BRIDGE that you will cross over. It will be a fairly long drive. At this point, Wilson Creek moves from your right side to your left side and the entry to the parking lot is just a few feet past the bridge. Just prior to this bridge, you will see an old abandoned mill on your right and then round a large curve. The bridge will come up soon thereafter. For more detailed directions, please see the link provided on the registration page. We will meet in the parking lot at 8:30 AM. Please bring your own lunch, beverages, etc. We will meet at the picnic shelter at the Forest Service’s Mortimer campground about 12:00. March weather can be unpredictable so please bring flexible clothing.F Club Outings: Due to CFFC liabilities anyone attending a club outing must be up...