March Edition 2019 Volume 36 Edition 3 The Newsletter of Delaware Valley Fly Fishers
Photo Credit: Sheldon Slusser—Group of Fly Tiers from the area enjoying a few laughs and trading ideas
The Delaware Valley Fly Fishers an affiliate club of Fly Fishers International and is a non-profit 501 (c) (7), conservation and
educational organization that has been promoting the sport of Fly Fishing and Fly Tying since 1984.
We meet the 4th Wednesday of the Month at the VFW Hall, 1444 Yardley Newtown Rd, 1444 Yardley Newtown Rd, Yardley, PA
19067, 7:30 PM
DVFF Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/DVFlyFisher/
In This Edition
President’s Cast……….…………..……..……….2
Membership Meeting …………………………..3
Upcoming Speakers……………. …….………..4
Doylestown Borough Fishing Pond ……….5
Suds and Bugs …………………………….……….6
Fly Caster’s Rendezvous.……………………...7
FFI Fly Tying Challenge ……..………………..8
FFI Membership………………...……………….9
Texas Roadhouse 10
Fly of the Month………………….……………..11
Project Healing Waters………………………...21
Officers …………………………………………...….22
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President’s Cast
Hello Everyone. I hope this message finds you busy preparing for the new fishing season ahead. There are lots of fun and exciting things in the works. Changes, new members, older members with a rejuvenated focus, general excitement
because we can feel things are happening. Rest assured the docket is filled with interesting speakers. I made sure we’re mostly booked clear out to half way through 2020. An active membership in the DVFF will provide you with a cutting edge view of the fly fishing world. A bold statement but I guarantee it. Just look at our tying class. Some of the nymphs we have tied are being featured in magazines. Eg., the Pink Squirrel Nymph! We tied that one already. We’re up on stuff like nobody’s business. Changes are happening with our learn to fish day. In the past we have always had our learn to fish day at the Little Lehigh. Sad to say that the heritage stretch of the Little Lehigh ain’t what it used to be. I haven’t been finding the numbers of fish. Like it or lump it. Take it down the road and dump it! We’re heading to greener pastures. I don’t want to subject a newby to the technical approach to a snotty trout usually required on the Little Lehigh. We’re scouting the Lizard. What, you’ve never heard of Lizard Creek? I’m not surprised. Guess what? It’s a local secret and it’s usually loaded with hungry trout. Yes, it’s the place I want to take someone new and learning our wonderful sport. I want to have our learn to fish day at a place where the newby has a good chance to apply their newly learned skills and catch a trout! Simple enough. Look out for a raffle at upcoming meetings. Be sure to bring a few extra bucks to the meetings because
we’re going to have some nice things in our raffle. Things that will be fun to win. Valuable things, fly fishing things and stuff, fishing stuff. Who doesn’t like to win fishing stuff? I would like to let you know that my favorite part to the opening of our meetings is when I ask the new members and guests to stand up and be recognized. I usually ask that they stand up, say hello and tell us how they found out about us. I’m having lots of fun lately because we usually have at least three new people at each meeting. If you think about it, that’s some healthy growth. I like it! I’m excited to see the fruits of our labors and hopefully the positive results of our changes. Time will tell. No matter what, I believe we’re going to have lots of fun. We’re in a period of growth and change and I think this is an exciting time for the DVFF. Hopefully I’ll be reporting some great news of our successes prettt soon. So get ready get set it’s almost time to go. Until we meet again! See you soon, Tightlines and Happy Tying Jack Walsh 281-658-9224
Congratulations Jack Walsh
for becoming a member of
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MEETING MARCH 27 2019
7:30 PM VFW Hall
1444 Yardley Newtown Rd, Yardley, PA 19067
Happy St. Patrick's Day!!! Guest
speaker is Tim O’Neill for O’Neills
Fly Fishing. Tim ‘s presentation is
“Shad Fishing 101” A look through
the different Shad species we have
available to us. Gear and techniques
will be discussed as well as fly
design
About Tim O’Neill:
Growing up in northern Delaware my family lived the
hunting and fishing lifestyle. I can vividly remember
the first Deer I harvested at age 13. I often recall the
night before Delaware's opening day of Trout season
in 1979, this was my first opening day. My brothers and I sat in front of the T.V. the night before with a block of
processed cheese the size of a car battery. Diligently we would pinch off small bits and roll them into a ball the
size of a pea. We made sure our rods, waders and vests were all up to par and ready to go. The next morning the
three of us, along with my dad, were up early and on the river well before the sanctioned start time. At all of
nine years old the Red Clay looked huge and the amount of people crowded in each hole was overwhelming. I
caught one fish that morning (actually my dad caught it, I just reeled it in) a 10" Rainbow Trout. I remember
staring at the vivid colors of green, purple and silver and being in awe at the sight of "my" trophy. Something
clicked inside me that cold April morning and now, over three decades later, I am still drawn to the beauty of all
types of fish. A Machinist / CAD designer by trade, I have always worked "part time" in hunting and fishing
related outdoor stores culminating in my managing Delaware's only full service fly shop from 2009 to 2014. An
accomplished Archer, Wing-shot, and Rifleman, my true passion has always been with the fly rod, a passion I
hope to pass on
Mainstream Outfitters 1121 N. Easton Rd. Doylestown, PA 18902 215-766-1244 http://mainstreamoutfitters.com Tulpehocken Creek Outfitters 525 West Lancaster Avenue Haverford, PA 19041 Phone: 610-527-3388 www.tcoflyfishing.com
Joe Armenti Master Fly Tyer www.profliesunlimited.com. 609-448-0062. The Sporting Gentleman 128 Glen Mills Road Glen Mills, PA 19342 610-361-2001 http://www.sportinggentleman.com
Border Water Outfitter Jim “Coz” Costolnick 607.760.2270 Classic Fly Fisherman Lansdale PA
Local Fly Shops
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April Meeting Sean Holsinger www.holsingersflyshop.com
Holsinger’s Fly Shop is a full service fly shop based in the heart of the
limestone rich streams of Central Pennsylvania. With over sixty years
combined of fly fishing and fly tying experience, Ron and Shawn can help
you with all your needs when it comes to fly fishing and tying
May Meeting is Anita Coulton
Anita started fly fishing more than 20 years ago on PA streams with her
father. After attending the Orvis Fly Fishing School her addiction was
fully entrenched. Though trout are her passion, she’s skilled fishing for
anything that swims in both fresh and saltwater.
Anita is a well known and respected competitive angler on the top
ranked Team Freestone. She has competed alongside both Team USA
and World Team members, and has multiple top 10 finishes. Some of
her highlights and accomplishments include:
*2014 Spring Creek Masters 1st place Team
*2014 Deep Freeze, Chittenango NY: 2nd place Individual
*2014 CNY Classic 2nd place Team
*2010 AuSable Two Fly First Place winner
She is also a graduate of the Reel Women Guide School in Montana.
Anita shares her passion with organizations like the US Youth Fly Fishing team, and Casting for Recovery.
When not on the water, Anita works in a physical therapy outpatient clinic where she help patients get back to living the life
they wish to. Anita’s also an expert in the Martial Arts, recently earning a black belt in karate. She’s an excellent teacher of all
ages and skill levels who loves to hit the water, catch some fish, and have some fun!
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DOYLESTOWN BOROUGH 2019 - 3 Fishing Derbies
Borough Dam in the Fanny Chapman Park at Boro Mill Hill Rd. and E. State St.
(10 McKinstry Drive) Doylestown, PA 18901
Clean-Up Day: Saturday, March 16, 2019, 8 a.m.-10 a.m.
(Rain Date: Sunday, March 17, 2019, 8 a.m.-10 a.m.)
Volunteers Are Needed !! Please bring your rakes, etc. and help out.
Fish Being Delivered: Wednesday, March 27, 2019 - 11 a.m.
Bring your children to help put in the fish
Around lunchtime, some pizzas will be donated and served by Weis Markets, Nat’s, Domino’s
Pizza all of Doylestown and Dominick’s Pizza of Plumsteadville for everyone in attendance.
Youth Fishing Derby - Opening Day: Saturday, March 30, 2019 - 8 a.m.
Free for Children Ages 16 and Under
Free Burgers and Hot Dogs
Free Soda and other sports drinks
Water Ice Courtesy of Annie’s Water Ice
Second Stocking of Fish: Wednesday, April 24, 2019 - 11 a.m.
Seniors, Handicapped Persons, and Disabled Veterans 2 Fishing Derbies:
Saturdays, April 27, 2019 and May 18, 2019 - 8 a.m.
(Rain Dates: Sundays, April 28 and May 19, 2019 - 8 a.m.)
If you don’t have rods or bait, they will be provided
Around lunchtime, sandwiches will be served.
SPONSORED BY THE FRIENDS OF THE BOROUGH DAM,
DOYLESTOWN ROTARY, DAVE’S SPORTING GOODS,
and DOYLESTOWN BOROUGH COUNCIL
We need your support to keep the fishing program going.
Please send your “tax deductible” donation to:
Friends of the Borough Dam
Doylestown Borough Hall, 57 W. Court St., Doylestown, PA 18901
Old /Used “Fishable Fishing Rods and Reels” are also needed for use during the derbies.
Items may be dropped off at Dave’s Sporting Goods, 1127 N. Easton Rd., Doylestown, PA., or at Mt. Lake Pool & Patio, in the Doylestown Shopping Center, 396 N. Main St. Doylestown, PA.
The items will be retrofitted for use by children at the first day of fishing at the Dam who need one. These donations are greatly appreciated.
ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL MIKE STACHEL,
BOROUGH DAM FISHING PROGRAM CHAIRMAN, AT 215.399.7923
Volunteers Are Needed for ALL events “especially fishermen” for the 2 (two)
Seniors, Handicapped Persons, and Disabled Veterans Fishing Days
Tuesday March
26 the Suds and
Bugs at Crooked
Eye Brewery.
The fourth
Tuesday of the
month at 7:00
PM is Suds and Bugs at the Crooked Eye
Brewery. Were all us Crooked Eye Fly Tiers meet
to have a beer , tie flies and tell fly fishing
stories.
Bring your fly tying vise to the Suds and Bugs and
get $1.00 off your first pint.
This is a great opportunity for not only
Delaware Valley Fly Fishers but other groups
like Bucks County Trout Unlimited and
Southeastern MontCo TU to come and meet
other fly tiers and Fly Anglers.
This month we will go over how to tie a Classic
Wet Fly. The Royal Coachman Wet, just bring
the materials listed and we will go over step by
step how to tie it. Then lets pick a fly for next
month to learn.
In the future weekend games such as the
biggest panfish and the Panfish caught.
Suds and Bugs at Crooked Eye Brewery now has
its own Facebook page to announce new
meeting times. https://www.facebook.com/
SudsandBugs
Or do a search for @SudsandBugs on
Facebook.
So if you are looking for a night out why not
stop by and tie one on.
Please email me at [email protected]
to let me know you are coming so I can give the
owner a headcount.
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Royal Coachman Wet Fly
Materials
Hook: 1XL Wet Fly Hook suggestion size
10
Thread: Black 6/0
Tail: Golden Pheasant Tippets
Body: Peacock Herl separated by Red
Floss
Hackle: Brown Hackle
Wing: White Duck or Goose
Video
https://youtu.be/VCmldvZ6Vww
Crooked Eye Fly of the Month
Suds and Bugs
March 26 7:00 PM
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The Fly Tying Group is proud to announce the first
Fly Fishers International (FFI) Fly Tying Challenge.
Open to everyone regardless of skill level.
There are two Contest Age Groups; Group 1 is open
to all fly tiers while Group 2 is open to Jr. fly tiers
age of 16 or under at time of entry.
There are 5 categories for each group. Overall, Dry
Fly, Wet Fly, Nymph/ Crustacean Fly and Streamer.
Entry Deadline June 7 2019. Winner need not to be present. Judging will take
place at the FFI Fly Fishing Expo on July 23, 2019 at Montana State University in
Bozeman MT. The winners will be announced on July 27 at the Expo Hall. All
flies will become the property of FFI’s Fly Tying Group.
(Members of the Fly Tying Group Board of Governors and Buszek recipients are
not eligible to enter the contest.)
First Place Prize for Group 1 is 1st Place Medal and Certificate,
3 Nights/2 Days with the Land of Enchantment Guides at the Quinlan
Ranch in New Mexico from our Sponsor at Fly Tyer Magazine.
For more information and pattern list go to:
https://flyfishersinternational.org/Tying/Fly-Tying-Challenge
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Delaware Valley Fly Fishers PA
https://flyfishersinternational.org/Membership/Membership-Overview
Since 1964, Fly Fishers International has been an organized voice for fly fishers. We represent all aspects of fly fishing – from the art of fly tying and casting instruction, to the protection of and access to fisheries around the world. A 501c3 non-profit organization formally known as The International Federation of Fly Fishers, FFI is driven by three fundamental pillars: Conservation, Education, and Community. Together, these pillars provide the foundation for our vision of the future of fly fishing — a future in which anglers have access to prime waters and fish can thrive in healthy, protected habitats; in which learning never stops and artistry is not forgotten; and that recognizes the true value of camaraderie. If we want this legacy to be experienced by future generations, we have to work to make that happen.
WHO WE ARE
An international non-profit organization
Fly fishers, fly casters, and fly tiers
Conservationists of all fish in all waters
Educators of all things fly fishing Supporters of the fly fishing community
WHAT WE DO
Help to protect and enhance fish and fisheries worldwide
Provide top-quality fly casting and tying instruction
Cultivate and strengthen the fly fishing community
Curate and preserve fly fishing artifacts, art, and literature Pass on the legacy of fly fishing
WHAT MEMBERS GET
Access to an unmatched repository of knowledge (Learning Center)
Special offers and discounts
Recognition for special skills or achievements
Access to a network of like-minded outdoor enthusiasts A chance to help make a positive impact on the sport
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Print and Present
when you go for
DVFF to get the
credit for the
donation.
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March Fly of the Month
“Gold Ribbed Hare’s Ear” Edition: February
Written by: Jerry Coviello
Photographed By: Jerry Coviello
Creator: Keith Fulsher
Tier: Jerry Coviello Keith Fulsher developed and popularized the Thunder Creek style of tying a bucktail streamer. He tied the bucktail in reverse and folded it back over the shank of the hook to create a large minnow type head, then coated it with epoxy. The result was a sleeker looking streamer and less foul up of having the wing wrap under the hook shank. With the newer UV Resins on the market, the Thunder Creek is easy to tie and have ready to fish in minutes. Spoke to Jeff Peck and he said they work on Steelhead just tie bigger and with flash To see a video on how to tie this fly, go https://youtu.be/8JowX5oUbWE Fly of the Month is created by Fly Fishers International Fly Tying Group website https://flyfishersinternational.org/Tying/Educational-Resources/Fly-of-the-Month
Materials for the Rainbow Thunder Creek Streamer Hook: Straight Eye 4X long Daiichi 1750 Streamer Hook Thread: Red 6/0 Body: Silver Mylar Tinsel Eye: 3mm Ice Living Eyes Belly: White Bucktail Wing: Olive over Pink Bucktail folded to make head Head: Solarez UV Thin Resin
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Step 1
Secure the hook in your fly tying
vise making sure the shank of the
hook is level with your table.
For this example I am using a 4X
long hook shank size 4, Daiichi
1750
Attach your tying thread behind
the eye of the hook
Step 2
Bring your thread to the bend of the hook.
I do this to mark where the bend of the hook is.
Step 3
Bring the thread to where the end of your head will be. If I had to put a measurement, one fifth behind the eye of the hook
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Step 4 Tie in the tinsel at the one fifth spot. Mylar tinsel usually has two sides, one gold and one silver. Tie the tinsel in gold side facing you
Step 5 Add a 5 wraps over the tag end, to really secure the tinsel fold over the end and tie over it.
Step 6 Wrap the tinsel towards the bend of the hook. Wrapping the tinsel over the shank away from you and come under the shank towards you.
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Step 7 Wrap the tinsel to the bend of the hook. Then wrap towards the tinsel tie in point, this will cover any gaps in the tinsel.
Step 8 Tie off the tinsel one fifth from the eye of the hook
Step 9 Cut the tinsel. Wrap you thread to the eye and back to the head location. This is where we will tie in the bucktail to make the head, wing and belly of the fly
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Step 10 Turn the hook upside down to tie in the belly of the streamer Tie in a small bunch of white bucktail with the tips extending past the eye of the hook. The length of the bucktail should be the length of the hook shank plus the head length. So when you fold the bucktail back
towards the bend of the hook, the tips will extend a gap length past the bend
Step 11
Cut the butts of the bucktail
Step 12 Turn the hook back to the upright position. Tie in a small bunch of olive bucktail with the tips extending past the eye of the hook. The length of the bucktail should be the length of the hook shank plus the head length. So when you fold the bucktail back towards the bend of the hook, the tips will extend a gap length past the bend
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Step 13Trim the butts of the olive bucktail .
Step 14 Tie in a small bunch of pink bucktail with the tips extending past the eye of the hook. Just line up the tips of the pink bucktail with the olive bucktail. When you fold over the pink and olive bucktail the pink will be the middle color while the olive will be the top.
Step 15 Cut the butts of the pink bucktail.
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Step 16 : Fold over the pink bucktail to start forming the head of the thunder creek streamer
Step 17 Fold over the olive bucktail and secure it on top of the pink bucktail
Step 18 Securing the bucktail to form the head. Take a few loose wraps and try to spread the top olive bucktail over to help cover the under wraps on the head
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Step 19 Turn the fly upside down and fold over the white bucktail and tie it down. This is the belly of the streamer
Step 20 Turn the fly right side up, with your red thread make a few wraps to form the gills. Whipfinish and cut your thread
Step 21 I like to turn the fly on its side and stick the eyes on the fly. I do each side separately and add Solarez UV Thin Resin to hold eye and form the head
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Step 22 I am using Solarez Thin UV resin to make the head of the Thunder Creek Streamer. Use a little at a time when coating the head and each time hit it with the UV Flashlight to harden it
Step 23 The finished Rainbow Thunder Creek Streamer
Mickey Finn Thunder Creek Streamer Hook: Straight Eye 4X long Daiichi 1750 Streamer Hook Thread: Red 6/0 Body: Silver Mylar Tinsel Ribbed: Oval Tinsel Eye: 3mm Ice Living Eyes Belly: Yellow Bucktail Wing: Yellow over Red Head: Solarez UV Thin Resin
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.Redfin Shiner Thunder Creek Hook: Straight Eye 4X long Daiichi 1750 Hook is a size 4 Daiichi 1750 Wing Brown Bucktail Belly - White Bucktail Eye: 3mm Ice Living Eyes Body - pink fluorescent floss and a silver tinsel rib Head is Solarez UV Thin Thread: Red 6/0
Black Nose Dace Thunder Creek Hook: Straight Eye 4X long Daiichi 1750 Streamer Hook Thread: Red 6/0 Tail: Red Yarn Body: Silver Mylar Tinsel Ribbed: Oval Tinsel Eye: 3mm Ice Living Eyes Belly: White Bucktail Wing: Brown over Black Bucktail Head: Solarez UV Thin Resin
These streamers can be tied with a little flash for the wing and vary the sizes to match the fish in the stream. We Fly Fishers get hung up on just catching trout. Try these in lakes and streams for other fish like perch, panfish and bass. Jerry Coviello FFI Fly Tying Group Chairman
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OUR FLY FISHING PROGRAMS
PHWFF is unique in that our volunteers are teaching classes on an on-going, long term basis. It is much more than a one day
fishing trip. For many participants, the socialization and camaraderie of the classes are just as important as the fishing outings.
PHWFF relies on Fly Fishers International, Trout Unlimited, and independent fly fishing clubs to conduct the program at the
Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs facilities across the nation. PHWFF volunteers include experienced fly
fishers and guides, all of whom donate their time and knowledge to conduct programs at Department of Defense facilities,
Warrior Transition Units and Department of Veterans Affairs facilities nationwide.
MISSION STATEMENT
Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, Inc. is dedicated to the physical and emotional rehabilitation of disabled active military service
personnel and disabled veterans through fly fishing and associated activities including education and outings.
I was approached by David Riggio, the Pennsylvania Deputy Regional Coordinator for Project Healing Waters, to start a “Project
Healing Waters Program” in our area. There is a need for this program especially in the Horsham area that would be associated
with the Philadelphia VAMC, CBOC in Horsham, they provide PTSD and Behavioral Health services for our veterans.
I have been working with Project Healing Waters for over a year now and see the what we “Fly Fishers and Tiers” provide for our
men and women in need.
BEGINNING STAGES
This program will become an affiliate or charter club under Fly Fishers International, to help with legal and tax code status.
In order to have a viable program, three groups must co-exist:
A fly fishing club willing to provide the volunteers and organize the program.
A DOD or VA medical facility willing to host the program.
Injured military members or disabled veterans willing to participate.
Because each of these groups is unique, no two Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing programs will be exactly the same
It was also brought to my attention that a Project Healing Waters Program should meet no less than 2 times a month. Project
Healing Waters in Coatesville VAMC meet once a week to teach Fly Tying, Rod Building and Fly Fishing Outings.
VOLUNTEERS
I am looking for individuals to help make this happen. These Men and Women gave everything for us it is time to help them.
Contact me by email [email protected]
See the testimonials on Project Healing Waters has done for the emotional rehabilitation of disabled active military service
personnel and disabled veterans. https://www.projecthealingwaters.org/testimonials
By Jerry Coviello, FFI Fly Tying Group Chairperson
Club Officers and Coordinators President—Jack Walsh
281-658-9224 [email protected]
Vice President—Dave Wermuth 215-946-3678 [email protected]
Recording Secretary Sheldon Slusser [email protected] Treasurer—Gregory Sutchko 215-945-3973 [email protected]
Assistant Treasurer/Secretary—Jay Kapolka 215-547-0822 [email protected]
1st Executive Officer Chairman of Membership Committee Stephen Wermuth [email protected]
2nd Executive Officer Chairman of Education Committee
Michael Richardson [email protected]
3rd Executive Officer Chairman of the Program Committee
Ron Cook
Newsletter Editor—Jerry Coviello—[email protected]
Video Library—Rob Huebner
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