Big thanks to everyone who contributed a donation to the Environmental Grant Challenge – and to Fontana Sports Specialties and Patagonia for their generosity.
SWTU raised $2,276 and placed 5th out of 6 contestants, which means we won a $1,000 grant!
Your donation strengthens our efforts to conserve cold water resources in our community. Thank you!
Congrats to SWTU member John Gribb, who won the $100 Fontana spending spree.
— Matt Sment, SWTU President
Last Updated: July 9, 2017 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
Reflections on the Women’s Clinic
The Women’s Flyfishing Clinic held outside Virocqua a few weekends ago was a phenomenal learning experience. It was fun, educational, and, most of all, supportive, providing an entryway into a sport that may seem elusive, even esoteric to many. Read More
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2017 Women’s Clinics: Photos
Below are select photos from the 2017 Women’s Flyfishing Clinics. Be sure to also check out the numbers recap and volunteer appreciation from Matt Sment, SWTU President. Be sure to also check out the Facebook page for Wisconsin Women’s Flyfishing Clinics. Read More
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2017 Women’s Clinics: Recap and Appreciation
Winning teams depend on the hard work of many players to be successful, and SWTU is no different. The Women’s Clinic events held in Avalanche this June exemplified the highest ideals of team spirit and volunteerism. These clinics draw participants from all over the country to learn fly fishing skills that will inspire a lifetime of outdoor adventure and spark an interest in cold water stewardship. Everyone who supports the event is passionate about the mission, and generously donates their time and resources towards making the Women’s Clinics an outstanding program. On behalf of SWTU membership, I would like to thank the following people and organizations for their vital contributions to the success of the 2017 Women’s Clinics: Read More
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Ice Age Trail event in Cross Plains
On behalf of the Ice Age Trail Alliance, Cross Plains Chamber of Commerce and Dane County volunteers, we would like to invite your organization to join us in an Ice Age Trail Community event where we will be celebrating the Ice Age Trail and greater Cross Plains area. Read More
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Meeting on Proposed Mine: July 17
Badger Fly Fishers and Friends,
Please check out the Badger Fly Fishers website badgerflyfishers.com to access information on an important meeting coming to Madison on July 17. The River Alliance of Wisconsin is sponsoring an informational meeting to discuss the environmental and cultural impact of a proposed sulfide mine (Back Forty Mine Project) which will be located next to the Menominee River. Read More
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New Members – July 2017
Welcome New Members
We’re pleased to announce the addition of the following new members to our ranks!
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Fly Tying: Wirght’s Fluttering Caddis
Last Updated: September 7, 2017 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
by Rusty Dunn
Which is more important when fishing dry flies to rising trout: A good presentation? Or, a fly that imitates prevailing insects? The correct answer is “A”, a good presentation. Quality presentations are more important than everything else combined when it comes to fooling trout. Fly size, pattern, and color are important, but excellent presentations will always bring trout to hand, even with flies that look nothing like the insects du jour. On the other hand, you’ll rarely catch trout when your fly drags or floats unnaturally, no matter how perfect the imitation. Read More
Newscasts – June 2017
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Fly Tying: Prince Nymph / Brown Forked-Tail Nymph
Last Updated: June 9, 2017 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
by Rusty Dunn
If someone hands you a Pheasant Tail Nymph and asks what it imitates, you’ll likely say “mayfly nymph”. Receive an Elk Hair Caddis, and you might say “adult caddisfly, probably an egg-laying female”. One of the many hopper patterns? You reply without hesitation, “grasshopper … no doubt about it”. But if you’re handed a Prince Nymph, you might be stumped. “Uhh … umm … I’m not sure … maybe an earring?”
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Fontana Grant Challenge Update
Big thanks to everyone who contributed a donation to the Environmental Grant Challenge – and to Fontana Sports Specialties and Patagonia for their generosity.
SWTU raised $2,276 and placed 5th out of 6 contestants, which means we won a $1,000 grant!
Your donation strengthens our efforts to conserve cold water resources in our community. Thank you!
Congrats to SWTU member John Gribb, who won the $100 Fontana spending spree.
— Matt Sment, SWTU President
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