 September is the start of the fall season of cooler temperatures, falling leaves, and hopefully hungry trout. As we look forward to the new season I am reminded of some of the activities scheduled between now and the end of October and the volunteers who make these events possible.
On September 19 Bass Pro Shop is hosting a fly tying fundraiser, Tie One On. On September 20 Chattahoochee Nature Center is hosting an outdoor activities day that will include fly tying and fly casting. And at the Kids Fishing Derby at Buford Dam on September 26 we will have casting, tying and other activities to promote TU and its mission. Anyone interested in helping with these events should contact Tom Hayes at
[email protected].
The September meeting will be an opportunity to hear about the great fishiing opportunities in North Carolina where we will travel for the Chapter's fall fishing trip. It will also be an opportunity to participate in our annual business meeting and election of officers. We hope to see you then.
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Sincerely,
Jim
Jim Harvey
President
Upper Chattahoochee Chapter #436 - Trout Unlimited
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Alex Bell - Fishing Guide, Educator and Contributor to the Western North Carolina Fly Fishing Trail
Fly Fishing Western North Carolina and the Cherokee Reservation
Alex Bell is a long time fixture of the Western North Carolina guide community and has over thirty years of education experience as a teacher, coach, principal and fly- fishing instructor. Upon retiring, he began AB's Fly Fishing Guide Service. He is an experienced angler committed to ensuring his customers have the best experience possible.
Alex's presentation will be on the streams and rivers available in and around the Cherokee region in preparation for our annual Fall Trip - November 6-8.
Alex is a co-creator of the Western North Carolina Fly Fishing Trail, the first of its kind in the U.S., and he serves as vice president of operations for the Adaptive Fly Fishing Institute. As an Adaptive Fly Fishing Practitioner he is certified to assist people with disabilities to fly fish.
Don't miss this chance to learn about where to fish during the annual trip and what bugs will be in the water. Meeting is on Tuesday, September 22 beginning at 6 pm at Ippolitos Italian Restaurant on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell.
Check out Alex's website at
www.abfish.org or call him at 828-226-3833 to book him as your guide. The website for the Western North Carolina Fly Fishing Trail is
www.flyfishingtrail.com
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September's meeting speaker, Alex Bell, owner of AB's Fly Fishing Guide Service, is offering a "one-time" special 3 for 2 guiding special for our chapter members. This means three members can receive a full day of guiding on a wide variety of North Carolina streams and rivers for the price of two. To receive this special deal, call Alex directly at 828-226-3833 or send him an email at [email protected]. The deal is good either during our upcoming Annual Fall Trip -- November 6-8 -- to Cherokee or for up to one year after purchase. If you want an expert guide - be the one who grabs this special discount for your group.
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CHAPTER FALL TRIP 2015
CHEROKEE, NORTH CAROLINA
November 6-8
The Cherokee, NC region is a fly fishing paradise with dozens of famous and not so famous mountain streams and rivers coursing through the area. Within the Cherokee area you can find backcountry trout fishing or spend your day on the Cullasaja, Little Tennessee, Nantahala, Raven Fork/Oconaluftee, Snowbird, or Tuckasegee River.
Don't miss out!
Stay tuned for more information on equipment, fly patterns, and hatch charts in upcoming email updates.
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Don't forget to pay your UCCTU Voluntary Dues
Here
Contact Fulton County's Georgia DNR Officer Mark Puig if you see any poaching or violations while your fishing next time.
Check out the new Chapter Website at
ucctu.tu.org and leave comments in the Shout Out box.
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Volunteer Opportunities
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SEPT 26th: DNR Outdoor Adventure Days
We need two fly tyers, two casting instructors, and plenty of volunteers to help kids fish from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 26th. This is a really fun event at Lower Pool Park at Buford Dam where about 2,500 trout will be stocked for the kids to catch. Many of us stick around after the event to try to catch a few ourselves. Free sodas and hot dogs are there for kids and volunteers alike.
Please let Tom Hayes know which events you would like to volunteer for at
[email protected] and we look forward to seeing you next month!
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September 19th: TIE-ONE-ON at Bass Pro Shops
September 20th: Chattahoochee Nature Center Joint Program
September 26th: DNR Outdoor Adventure Days
October 10th or 11th -
Fishing Dayz
at Ron Cheslock's lake in Ellijay
October 27th-
October Mtg - Autumn on the River Fly Fishing Film Tour
November 24th - No November Mtg
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Monthly Fly Tying
Dutch Earle will be hosting June Fly Tying. Email Chris Smith for information about the event if you are interested.
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