Fountains of Youth – Classic trout flies that have withstood the test of time … flies that remain “forever young”
by Rusty Dunn
Deceit is the key to success in fly fishing. If your fly imitates the appearance and behavior of trout food, you will have memorable days. In Isaak Walton’s 1653 classic The Compleat Angler, Piscator asks Viator, “Is it not an art to deceive a trout with an artificial fly?” Indeed, it is. Deceit is good. Deceit is effective. Deceit brings trout to hand. Open your fly box, and you’ll see all manner of deceit. Wet flies, dry flies, nymphs, emergers, streamers. All deceitful. All designed for the grand masquerade … the old switcheroo … the tools of smoke and mirrors. “Fool a trout, catch a trout” are words to live by. Read More
The Help Poured In: An Amazing Last Workday for 2022
Posted: December 7, 2022 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
By Topf Wells
Jim Hess called for lots of help for our final workday of the year on Smith Conley. The job was big and little did we know how bitterly cold the day would dawn.
The day started like Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker ended, Help came from all over the galaxy: Four students active in Hoofers at UW Madison. Justin Haglund, the fish biologist, and 5 DNR fish techs. Our good friends from the Nohr Chapter. And, of course, some great SWTU volunteers, both new faces and wizened veterans (handsome even with all the wizen-ness). At least 32 folks assembled to face the box elders. Read More
Posted: December 7, 2022 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
Dan “Santa” Oele Delivers for Trout Anglers
By Topf Wells
Dan Oele, the DNR fish biologist for Dane, Green and Rock Counties, delivered wonderful holiday news for SWTU and local trout anglers. Thanks to his hard work and the generosity of Mr. Aagard, the landowner, the DNR has a sizable new permanent fishing easement on Fryes Feeder. Read More
Posted: December 7, 2022 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
Learn What Your Board’s Been Up To – Dec. 2022
Minutes from SWTU Board of Director meetings can be viewed in this Google Drive. If you have questions on what you read in them, reach out to one of the Board members listed on the last page of each newsletter. (Note that you may need to click the “Last Modified” header at the top to sort the list with the latest minutes at the top.)
What your board has NOT been up to.
We’ve had increased incidents of official SWTU emails and those of our leaders being spoofed to send requests for help. Usually these ask the recipient to buy gift cards and deliver them somewhere. This is not how we operate … if you’ re ever suspicious of an email related to SWTU, please use the contact information at the end of the newsletter to reach out to someone directly to confirm the request before taking any action.
Last Updated: December 7, 2022 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
New Members – December 2022
We’re pleased to announce the addition of the following new members to our ranks! Read More
Newscasts – November 2022
Last Updated: December 7, 2022 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
This issue is filled with great information, including:
Posted: November 1, 2022 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
Trout on (much less than) a tankful – Let’s talk nearby creeks
Join us at Schwoegler’s on Tuesday, November 8
By Topf Wells
Justin has some real news on a nearby creek that you’ll find interesting and maybe even exciting. He has surveyed and assessed Smith Conley Creek and has requested and helped on several SWTU/Nohr workdays on the creek with another scheduled in November. Read More
Gold-Ribbed Hare’s Ear Winged Wet Fly
Last Updated: November 1, 2022 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
by Rusty Dunn
Deceit is the key to success in fly fishing. If your fly imitates the appearance and behavior of trout food, you will have memorable days. In Isaak Walton’s 1653 classic The Compleat Angler, Piscator asks Viator, “Is it not an art to deceive a trout with an artificial fly?” Indeed, it is. Deceit is good. Deceit is effective. Deceit brings trout to hand. Open your fly box, and you’ll see all manner of deceit. Wet flies, dry flies, nymphs, emergers, streamers. All deceitful. All designed for the grand masquerade … the old switcheroo … the tools of smoke and mirrors. “Fool a trout, catch a trout” are words to live by. Read More
No Icebreaker / Yes Spring Fair Fundraiser
Posted: November 1, 2022 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
At a recent meeting, the Board voted to once again not have our traditional Icebreaker fundraiser in January. Factoring into this is that venues have not yet recovered or reopened to events like ours. Instead, your Board did vote to hold another Spring Fair in 2023 and is in the process of assembling a committee to organize it. Please watch for more information on this in the coming months.
Workday + Picnic = Happy Trout + Happy Volunteers
Posted: November 1, 2022 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
By Topf Wells
Jim Hess had lots of help with one of the best SWTU workdays ever from Scout Troop 104, the DNR, and some great SWTU volunteers. And then, the Rudds, our kind and generous hosts put the icing on the cake (actually some scrumptiousHalloween cookies).
Whoever is in charge of the weather took great care of us. A chilly start rising to perfect fall temps, bright sun, and mild breezes resulted in comfortable conditions. Read More
Posted: November 1, 2022 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
Learn What Your Board’s Been Up To – Nov. 2022
Minutes from SWTU Board of Director meetings can be viewed in this Google Drive. If you have questions on what you read in them, reach out to one of the Board members listed on the last page of each newsletter. (Note that you may need to click the “Last Modified” header at the top to sort the list with the latest minutes at the top.)
What your board has NOT been up to.
We’ve had increased incidents of official SWTU emails and those of our leaders being spoofed to send requests for help. Usually these ask the recipient to buy gift cards and deliver them somewhere. This is not how we operate … if you’ re ever suspicious of an email related to SWTU, please use the contact information at the end of the newsletter to reach out to someone directly to confirm the request before taking any action.
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