Date: Saturday, February 12th
Time: 9:00 AM until dark
Place: Soquel Grange Hall, 2800 Porter St., Soquel
The annual "CONFAB" takes the place of our regular club meeting in the month of February. It is an all-day get together for fun, food, learning, swap meet, and tall tales.
Events:
Fly Tying Instruction
In the morning, Lee Fitzsimmons will demonstrate tying of the red Copper John and Betty Rentz will demonstrate the Antron Damsel pattern (for the Davis Lake Fishout). You may also tie any other patterns you wish for upcoming fishing trips. Bring your fly tying tools, vise and light. Beginners are encouraged to join in and learn. There will be club equipment available and ample guidance from fellow club members who are accomplished tiers. Fly tying instruction will continue in the afternoon on whatever patterns are of interest to participants. This is a great opportunity to fill your fly box for the upcoming season.
Casting Instruction (morning before lunch)
Casting Masters Walt Robinson and Brian Bommorito (instructors extraordinaire) will offer casting instruction to beginners and to those of us who have unusual quirky techniques that need improvement. They will assist you with: rod assembly; basic casting; and specialty casting techniques. Bring the casting outfit that you would like to improve your skill with.
Potluck Lunch, 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Bring your favorite potluck dish. Something other than dessert is best. The Grange Hall has an oven, stove, and refrigerator. Drinks, plates and silverware will be provided (bring a serving utensil for your potluck dish).
Annual Casting Contest (after lunch)
This is a fun contest for beginners and experienced casters alike. It takes contestants through a series of different casting challenges, not just distance. Bring your favorite outfit, but keep in mind that nothing larger than a 7 weight with floating line is allowed. After winning the contest for too many years, Kathy Powers gave us a handicap last year by casting left handed. Your job this year is, under no circumstances, to allow her to win it left handed. EVER!
Swap Meet
This is a good chance to sell or give away those unwanted fishing and camping items, or to pick up a treasure or two.
Eyes - Ears - Mouth - & Curiosity
* Watch Jim Hall as he goes over the details of putting together a first class Pyramid Lake fishing ladder.
* Listen to all the fishing stories and feel welcome (for a change) to share your own fish stories.
* Tap the knowledge of your fellow club members who always like to share.
* Learn the meaning of "CONFAB."