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September Edition 2019 Volume 36 Edition 8 The Newsletter of Delaware Valley Fly Fishers An Affiliate Club of Fly Fishers International
Photo Credit: Sheldon Slusser— Flybrary Take a fly, Leave a fly
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
Chapter News …………………………………..2
Membership Meeting …………………………..3
Upcoming Speakers……………. …….………..4
Christmas Party…………………………..……….5
Suds and Bugs …………………………….……….6
Fly Tying Demo …………...……………………...6
Intermediate Fly Tying Class…..……………..7
Registration Form for Tying Class…………..8
FFI Membership………………...……………….9
Fly of the Month……………………….……...10
Officers …………………………………………...….15
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Congratulations to DVFF member Jerry Coviello. He
began his new column called “Intermediate Skills” in Fly
Tyer magazine’s Autumn 2019 issue with an article
titled “The Catskill Curler Stonefly Nymph. Look for
more of Jerry’s articles in future issues.
Dave Gallagher was the winner
of our rod giveaway at the DVFF
Annual Pizza Party on June 26,
2019. Dave’s prize was an Orvis
Clearwater 9’ 5wt rod which
was generously donated by the
Orvis Plymouth Meeting Mall
store. Congratulations Dave!
Many thanks to all who helped support our August
fundraiser at Texas Roadhouse in Bensalem. The winner
of the Texas Roadhouse Basket was Dave Fallon & the
Basket of Chocolate winner was Dale Jones, a DVFF
Member. Thank you Steve Wermuth for organizing and
running the event.
Our August Workshop meeting seemed to be very well
received. The four topics for the night were "Furled Lead-
ers" by William Fretz, "Tying Streamers" by Jerry Coviello,
"Rod Building" by Wayne Radel, and "Tying Nymphing
Leaders" by Jack Walsh. Thank you all for passing on your
knowledge of these topics.
Chapter News: By Sheldon Slusser
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MEETING September 25 2019 7:00 PM VFW Hall
1444 Yardley Newtown Rd, Yardley, PA 19067
John’s presentation
contains photos of bass up
to fifty pounds on the fly
and shows the seasonal
striper movements from
the Carolinas to Maine,
tackle and techniques to
target big bass.
“John Field is a writer,
conservationist, FFI
Master Casting Instructor
and Jay Gammel Award
recipient. John was a
cameraman and co-
producer of Hunt for Big
Fish with Larry Dahlberg.
He is past-president of the
New York City Chapter of Trout Unlimited and past president of the ACA (American
Casting Association). John is author of two books; Fly-Casting Finesse, Skyhorse
Publishing, 2015 and ACA’s Beginner’s Guide to Fly Casting, Skyhorse Books 2018. He is
currently working on another book titled, Trophy Striped Bass on the Fly, Stackpole
Books, (coming in 2020). John’s feature articles have been published in Fly Fisherman
Magazine and many others. Visit his website fieldflyfishing.com,
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 Plymouth Meeting Orvis Retail Store 500 W Germantown Pike, Space 1515 Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
Local Fly Shops
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October 24 2019
Guest Speaker DVFF Member Ray Miller, owner/operator of Riversage Outfitters.
Will give a presentation on a trip to Patagonia Argentina, that you can book through
his company.
Fishing and hunting has been a passion for me for over 35 years. From my humble
beginnings in the mountains and streams of Pennsylvania until recently when I have
had the opportunity to travel the globe in search of the best fly fishing and wing
shooting destinations. I have found them and I am proud to share with you the
results of my search. My company, Riversage Outfitters can now with the utmost
confidence present you with the best fly Fishing & Wingshooting Destinations.
www.riversageoutfitters.com
November 27 2019
Guest Speaker Sean Crocker, Sean Crocker is the president
and captain of Team Freestone, the Northeast premiere fly
fishing team since 2009, His presentation will be on “Fishing
for Trout in Still Water”
Sean is a native of Bucks County, PA and has been fly fishing for
over 25 years cutting his teeth in the various streams through-
out the state. Sean has fly fished from the tip of the Arctic Cir-
cle to the tip of the Baja Peninsula
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DVFF 2019 Holiday Dinner
Wednesday, Dec. 11, 6:30 pm
1320 Newport Road, Bristol PA 19007
For directions go to www.georgines.com
Please circle the dinner selection for each person attending:
Member Name____________________________________________________
Chicken Parmesan Prime Rib Stuffed Flounder Stuffed Chicken Breast
Guest’s Name _____________________________________________________
Chicken Parmesan Prime Rib Stuffed Flounder Stuffed Chicken Breast
Guest’s Name _____________________________________________________
Chicken Parmesan Prime Rib Stuffed Flounder Stuffed Chicken Breast
Guest’s Name _____________________________________________________
Chicken Parmesan Prime Rib Stuffed Flounder Stuffed Chicken Breast
The cost of each dinner is $30. Please make checks payable to “DVFF.”
Tuesday
September 24
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 is open fly tying, bring and tie your
favorite pattern
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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Suds and Bugs
September 24, 7:00PM
Starting 7:00PM at the September Meeting Jerry Coviello
will do a fly tying demo on Tying the Mosquito
Klinkhammer, to be featured in The Winter Edition of Fly
Tyer Magazine.
Going Forward we will have a signup sheet for anyone who
would like to be the next demonstrator.
Fly Tying Demo before Monthly Meeting Mosquito Klinkhammer
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Survey Results continued on page 8
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Looking for a volunteer to help with the
DVFF website.
Knowledge of transfer domain to a new
host and redesign website for more
ability for anyone to see what DVFF is
about.
Contact
Sheldon Slusser [email protected]
Intermediate Class Registration Form
Class Registration Fee $35.00 for DVFF Members $45.00 for non DVFF members
NAME:__________________________________________________________
EMAIL Address ___________________________________________________
Phone Number: ( )_________________— ________________________
Check payable to Delaware Valley Fly Fishers
Pay at the meeting or mail to Delaware Valley Fly Fishers
C/O Jerry Coviello
207 Hibiscus Drive
Chalfont, PA. 18914
Class size is limited to 8 students. Material list and Class Fly Tying Manual (PDF form) will be
emailed to registered students
Delaware Valley Fly Fisher DUES
Dues are to be collected starting in the September
Meeting.
STILL Only $35.00 for great speakers, trips, and
classes.
See Steve Wermuth at the meeting!!!!!
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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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September of the Month By Jerry Coviello
FMD (Flower Magic Dragon) AKA as Puff the Magic Dragon Hook: 2XL Nymph Hook size 6 to 10 Thread: 6/0 Brown Abdomen: Olive/Brown marabou (Stacked around hook shank and trimmed in a triangle shape Legs: Optional Sili Legs Wingcase: Brown Swiss Straw Thorax: Olive/Brown Dubbing Eyes: Medium Mono Dumbbell eyes Originator - Andrew Fowler The FMD will be showcased in the Fall/Winter edition of FlyFisher Magazine. Fly of the Month is created by Fly Fishers International Fly Tying Group website https://flyfishersinternational.org/Tying/Educational-Resources/Fly-of-the-Month
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Step 1
Secure the hook in the vise and
tie in your thread behind the eye
and wrap your thread to the
bend of the hook.
Step 2
Cut marabou fibers and tie them on the shank of the hook
Step 3 Wrap the marabou butt fibers back over the tips as shown.
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Step 4 Continue stacking the marabou fibers around the shank of the hook.
Step 5 Fill up three quarters of the hook shank with the marabou fibers
Step 6 Trim the marabou body in the shape of a triangle. Cut the bottom flat. When wet the abdomen will be the shape of the dragonfly nymph abdomen
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Step 7 Tie in Medium Black plastic dumbbell eyes. Glue them onto the hook shank
Step 8
Tie in the Swiss Straw wing case and wing pad. You can use turkey tail in place of the Swiss Straw.
Step 9 Take the Swiss Straw and fold it over the wing pad. Tie in the first section of the rubber legs on each side of the hook shank
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Step 10 Take dubbing fur and wrap the thorax. Then add the second rubber legs behind the eyes and dub over them and cross over the eyes with the dubbing fur. (I am using peacock ice dubbing for the thorax)
Step 11
Pull the Swiss Straw wing case over the thorax and secure the Swiss Straw behind the eye. Whip finish and add a drop of head cement or Solarez UV Bone Dry for the head.
Dragonfly nymphs make great food for trout, and warm water species such as bluegills, perch, and bass. Popular colors are Olive, Tan and Brown. When you cast these flies you want them to sink, using either a floating line with a sink tip or weight on your leader. You should retrieve in short four- to six-inch bursts using a slow hand twist retrieve; remember they are like a jet propulsion when they swim
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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published in the following publication.
If you have a favorite fly or fishing story please email them to [email protected] Please use
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Make sure you are the author of any material you are submitting or have written permission to use the
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