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CLUB PURPOSE: To promote fly fishing, to conserve regional fishing resources, and to encourage friendship and cooperation among all anglers. NEXT MEETING: 11-19 Aug. Club outing at East Lake, OR. For details see March, April, May, and June issues of the CBFC Newsletter. Please call Denny Kreid at 509 943-3922 if you plan to go, so he can estimate Club-supplied food items.
PROGRAM: Summertime with friends, picnic, and Big-Fish Tales by all.
UPCOMING FISHING EVENTS
11 Aug CBFC several-day outing to East Lake, OR 10 Sep CBFC Weekend Outing to Anthony Lakes, OR
[ Hey Club Member: How about sponsoring a day outing for October?! Tell Jim Loomis, President your idea so we can get it scheduled. ]
2015 OFFICERS President-Jim Loomis 509-946-0473 [email protected]
First VP-Membership: Rich Holten Second VP-Programs: Craig Anderson Treasurer: Marty Ottem Secretary: Mike Wade Directors at large: Dale Schielke John Strand Rich Weaver Newsletter Editor: Ron Reed Past President: Rod Gilge
MEETINGS Second Tuesday of every month but March, July, and August at Country Gentlemen 9221 W Clearwater Kennewick, WA 6:00pm -Wet Fly-no host 6:30pm -Dinner-$15 7:15pm -Program - free
MEMBERSHIP DUES $25yr Individual&Family $35/yr Business To change your address or phone number contact Rich Holten: 509 521-4291 [email protected]
CBFC CLUB WEBSITE Did You Know WA and OR have instituted some fishing closures because of low,
warm water. Check out their websites for
the latest regulations.
Brown Trout caught by Mike Scott July 30, 2015 at East Lake, OR
Yakima Float with Skip and Carol Morris
by Rich Holten As a follow-on to the June CBFC meeting where Carol Morris presented her approach to photography, Craig Anderson agreed to arrange a float trip for Skip and Carol. Craig exercised his management powers and delegated me to “guide” Skip and Carol on the Yakima for bass. I had fished the river several times in the past, but this would be the first float this year. I was somewhat concerned about the quality of the fishing given the recent discouraging reports from Club members and the low water.
We launched early in the morning from the game department site below Horn Rapids and floated to West Richland. Any concerns about the number of fish were quickly dispelled when all three of us got into fish at the first area we stopped. From there we had continuous action all the way to the end of the float. Skip displayed his awesome skills at catching smallmouth, boating well over 50 fish in 8 hours. Not to be undone, Carol caught close to 30 fish including a beautiful Smallie over 19 inches.
I kept up with Carol most of the way, but my best fish was a 3-pound catfish that dragged me around the river for several minutes.
Skip and Carol caught their fish on Predators and Skip’s Minnow. See their books for
patterns, or I can show you what they look like. Skip used a sink-tip line with his minnow. The sink tip dropped the fly into the strike zone quickly and was deadly. I caught mine on a yellow popper and a sculpin imitation. Skip and Carol were great fishing companions. I was in awe of their ability to pull fish out of unlikely holds, and their stamina to fish hard all day.
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FISHERS: Please submit your fish stories, reports, and pictures for future Newsletters. Even BIG FISH tales are OK. Also, tell us where to, when to, how to, what to use, to catch the BIG one. Also, what’s your favorite fishing accessory, book, magazine? Please eMail text as MS-filename.docx or Apple-filename.pages. Prefer original, unedited image files in (filename.jpeg) format. Also, please identify people/places in your photographs.
Deadline for submissions is first day of month for that month’s issue. If your article cannot be used for the next issue, it will be held for future issues. [email protected].
Wood burned sketch on Cottonwood by Ron Reed
Going Fishing Guide Service Bruce Hewitt
Washington and USCG licensed and insuredBurbank, WA 99323 509-430-6448
Fishing eastern WA rivers and reservoirs for salmon, steelhead, trout, walleye and [email protected]
Sun Lakes Outing Late April 2016
by Rich Holten CBFC is planning an outing for the Sun Lakes area in Washington at the end of April next year. Sun Lakes is located north of Soap Lake and just south of Banks Lake. This early notice of the trip is to allow campers to reserve campsites early since reservations for that time period are now open. Some of CBFC, mainly us retired folk, will be there from Wednesday night through Sunday morning. We’ll arrive on April 27 and leave on May 1, 2016. Others may wish to arrive later in the week. More details on the trip will be provided later.
The week we have chosen is the week following the opening of fishing in the area lakes, except for Dry Falls and Lenore which open earlier. The week following the season opener offers plenty of fish, many uneducated fish, and thinner crowds.
Although Dry Falls has not fished well the last few years, the other lakes in the area were very productive last year in late April. The lakes are best fished with pontoon boats or float tubes. There is a very limited amount of shore fishing. The one negative of fishing this time of year is the wind which usually blows fairly hard in the afternoon and early evening. But, mornings and late evenings were very fishable last year. There is still plenty to do in the afternoon –- visit Dry Falls, Grand Coulee, wineries in the area, walk or bike along paths in the park. Although it’s early, I recommend reserving a campsites now due to the popularity of this park in the Spring. To reserve a site, go to: https://washington.goingtocamp.com/Home.aspx
On this home screen: 1. In Box 2 – Add dates (I will be there
Wednesday night through Sunday morning, i.e., arrive on April 27 and leave on May 1, 2016)
2. In Box 3 – Pick Sun Lakes State Park 3. On right hand side of screen under Find
Sites, click on: “On a Map” On next map screen, find one of the areas, A through E to look for a campsite. Areas B and E have several campsites. Not all campsites have electrical/water/sewer hook-ups. Sites with hook-ups are more expensive. I have reserved site E-62. The E area sites are newer and better maintained, plus they are close to Vic Meyer Lake for a quick fishing trip.
If you plan to tent-camp, you can still stay in Area E, but you will pay for the hook-ups if they are available at the site you choose. If you want to tent camp and pay less for the reservation, the sites in A and B without hook-ups are the best. To reserve and pay for your campsite, you will need to register under the Washington State Parks site and establish a password if you have not done so previously.
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Camping area at Sun Lakes, WA
Salmon Food Booth at Art in the Park
by Dale Schielke & Dave MyersThe 31th Anniversary of the Salmon Booth in the Art in the Park Show is “in the books.” Both CBFC and Richland Rod & Gun Club will receive $2,992.42; the amount is less than our best ever last year, but better than average. The “Salmon Sandwich”, in its 17th year, continues to be a good seller. The second year of the Chicken Dinner provided a non-fish alternative that also contributed.
A total of 330 pounds of salmon fillets were prepared and served as sandwiches or dinners, and 116 pounds of chicken thighs and breasts were BBQ’d for dinners. We estimate that we served about 400 salmon dinners, 550 salmon sandwiches, 175 chicken dinners, and 550 drinks. We continue to get many compliments on the dinners/sandwiches.
We would like to give special thanks to Lance Sawyer, Columbia River Catering Company, for providing space at the Shilo for us to store the salmon and to marinate the fillets. Also a big THANK YOU to Griggs Ace Hardware for the loan of their towable Traeger grill used for cooking the chicken.
John Pfeiffer and his crew again did a great job with the booth setup, tear down and storage - thanks. Thank you Frank Scopa for the loan of your Smoke Vault used for hot holding and the Honda generator for supplemental power. Thanks also to Gaylord Pyle for the many years of providing a storage container to store our cookers and associated equipment/supplies needed for the booth. Also, thanks to Dave Myers for being the co-chair for the Salmon Booth operation.
Salmon Booth activities went smoothly thanks to the following great group of volunteers from both the Richland Rod and Gun Club and Columbia Basin Fly Casters: John Pfeiffer(2), Paul Kison(2), Rich Holten, Dale Schielke(8), Jack Pickard(3), Bob Kolowith(2), Russ Wyer, Gene VanLiew(2), David Myers(8), Mike Estes(2), Karen Estes, Dan Robertson, Larry Martin(2), Don Barnes, Chris Barnes, Russ Brown, Jeff Fulks(2), Margaret Fulks(2), Frank Scopa(4), Richard Santos, Diana Santos, Dennis Collins, Jim Loomis, Terrell Finger(2), Mike Evans(2), Jerry Zietler, Randy Cannon, Mike Wade(3), Duane Horton, Rod Gilge, Rick Libby(2), Sam Morrison, Robert Thornton, Sammi Thornton, Laura Thornton, Bob Schultz, Ray Williams(2), Reed Kaldor, Ron Reed, Jim Saunders, Tim Lynch(2), Tony Umek, Lou LaDouceur, Neil Sullivan, Jim Reynolds(2), Madalyn McCracken, Keith Ramsay, Ben Burdett, Joe Delaney, Mike McWethy, Bruce Hewitt, Randy Deerwester, Sandra Call, Russ Call, Ron Ruth(2), Doug Schuetze, Rand Cannon, and Richard Sharp(2). The numbers in parentheses indicate the number of shifts volunteered.
Efforts from these wonderful volunteers, moderate temperatures, and our dedicated customer base have all helped to make this 31th Anniversary Salmon Booth a very profitable year!
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CBFC Board Meeting Minutes-July 28, 2015
Call to order: 7:00 PM Board Members Present: Jim Loomis, Craig Anderson, Rod Gilge, Mike Wade, Ron Reed, Dale Schielke, Rich Holten, Rich Weaver Visitors: Dennis Kreid
Secretary’s Report – Mike Wade presented the minutes from the May, 2015 meeting. The minutes were reviewed and approved.
Treasurer’s Report – Marty Ottem was absent and no report was presented.
VP Membership Report – Rich Holten reported that the club has 109 paid memberships.
Programs Report – Craig Anderson discussed upcoming programs. He is awaiting confirmation from September’s speaker. October will be the annual “How I Spent My Summer” presentation from members. November will feature Jim Loomis discussing his trip to Kamchatka. December will be the annual Christmas party.
Newsletter Editor’s Report – Ron Reed presented receipts for production of the newsletter to date, totaling approximately $200. He has completed a review of historical newsletters and discussed several column ideas with the Board, including membership lists, member interviews, recipes, etc. The members will be polled regarding their thoughts/concerns on membership list publication before action is taken. Members will be encouraged to submit articles for future newsletters.
Other Business – Salmon Booth – Dale Schielke reported that the club’s tentative share of Salmon Booth proceeds is $2989. While lower than last year’s record, this was one of the highest profits in recent history. The Board thanked Dale for his continuing leadership of this important fund raiser and also thanks all club volunteers who participated. East Lake Outing – Dennis Kreid updated the Board on the final East Lake outing plans. Approximately 25 people will attend the outing with 20 participating in the pot luck.
Conservation Projects – Dennis Dauble submitted a proposed Conservation Initiative for review. The Board discussed the document and
made several additions to the list of example activities. Mike Wade will update the document and return it to Dennis. It will be reviewed for approval at the next Board meeting. Programs – Craig Anderson asked for Board guidance concerning program speakers. In the past, the club has completely avoided inviting organizations that have taken politically divisive positions such as Trout Unlimited and Federation of Fly Fishermen. After considerable discussion, the Board decided that this position could be relaxed. Future speakers from such organizations may be allowed but their presentation topic must be approved by the Board. Meeting Door Prize – Ron Reed proposed that the club ask members to donate hand tied flies that could be given away as a special door prize at the monthly meeting. Although the Board liked the basic idea of members sharing flies, concerns were raised about the difficulty of administering the program separate from the raffle. Craig Anderson volunteered to discuss the idea with Reed Kaldor and the Board will discuss it again at the next Board meeting. New Member Info Packet – Ron Reed recommended that the club develop a packet of information for new members to help them get more involved in area fishing and club activities. The Board agreed and Rich Holten volunteered to develop such a packet. Sun Lakes Outing – Rich Holten proposed that the club hold an outing at Sun Lakes next year in early May. The Board approved and Rich will develop an article for the newsletter. August Board Meeting – Jim Loomis informed the Board that he will be unable to host/attend the August Board meeting due to his trip to Kamchatka. The Board discussed the need for an August meeting and decided to wait several weeks before a decision. Rich Holten as First Vice President will coordinate the meeting should one be necessary. Meeting adjourned at 8:18 PM.
Respectfully submitted, Mike Wade, Secretary
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KNOW ANY PROSPECTIVE CBFC MEMBERS?
Please forward a copy of this newsletter to them, and bring them to the next
meeting.
tight lines and BIG fish. Ron Reed, Newsletter Editor
Outing to Anthony Lakes, OR
by Craig AndersonOur annual trek to Anthony Lakes will be September 10-13th. The group camp is reserved for the Club for the nights of the 10th, 11th and 12th. As is our custom, I will provide a spaghetti dinner on Saturday night with side salad, and some excellent wine (my standards may be lower than yours, however). You can set up camp after noon on the 10th, and we must leave by noon on the 13th. Last year, we maxed out the group camp, so please advise me at 509 628-9802 of your intention to go ASAP, so that, if necessary, we can reserve some individual spots in the main campground, and to give me an idea of how much to cook.
Anthony Lakes is at 7,100-foot elevation in the Elkhorn Mountains west of North Powder, Oregon. The lake is a put and take Rainbow fishery. There are a number of resident Brook Trout which are beautiful in September. The lake is an easy walk from the group camp. We have typically left floatation devices parked on the shore for the evening.
To get there, take Interstate 84 south thru LaGrande to North Powder, turn right at the end of the exit ramp, and follow the main road for about five miles until you hit a tee in the road 1/2 mile after a sharp left turn. Turn right at the tee and follow the road up into the Elkhorn for about 15 miles. Take the marked turn for the lake and campground. The group camp is on the left. If you get to the ski area, or go past the camp host, you have gone too far. The distance from south Richland is 165 miles, and driving time is usually just under 3 hours.
The campground has vault toilets, which are kept very clean, running water, but no electric or water to connect to an RV. The weather is typical for a high mountain lake in the fall with cool evenings. We have seen light snow before, so be prepared with warm clothes just in case. Usually the camp host has firewood for sale, but you might want to bring your own.
Make sure you have red ant patterns… size 16-14 dry fly, red ice dub back, black poly dub front, grizzle hackle in middle.
If you don't think this will be a fun outing, ask around to members that have gone before. You can expect a beautiful lake, a spacious camp site in the trees, good fishing, and excellent company.
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Terrestrials by Bob Newell
Terrestrial imitations can be a good choice many times during the fly fishing year, but they are especially effective in the summer. Terrestrial insects are plentiful during the warmer weather. Many terrestrial insects end up in streams and lakes. Mountain lakes will often see an influx of terrestrial insects as up-slope winds blowing during the heat of the day carry many types of insects that land on these waters. I am listing here only a few of the many varieties of terrestrial insects you and fish may encounter.
GRASSHOPPERS: Local grasshoppers are usually some shades of brown, tan or green with yellow or white bellies. Crickets will be all black. Wings and large hind legs are prominent features of these creatures. Streams and lakes with grassy shorelines will harbor grasshoppers. If present, they will be obvious to anyone walking through the grass.
ANTS: Ants are especially common in wooded areas and streams flowing through these areas.
Carpenter ants are the largest ants in the west and they are abundant. Winged adults will be present during the early summer.
BEETLES: Beetles are the most diverse and abundant insect in the bug world. They come in a diverse variety off shapes, sizes and colors.
Several prominent fishing writers claim that a black foam beetle imitation is a very effective fly in the summer months.
BEES & WASPS: These insects are common and are large enough to be imitated and to interest trout. A common imitation for bees is the McGinty, a fly that has been around for decades.
The four groups of insects listed above are abundant and widespread. There are other insects that are not as common, but when present can present some exceptional fishing. One such insect is the CICADA. It is not found everywhere and is not abundant every year. The high-pitched rasping sound of the males indicates the presence of adults. This bug is sometime called the 17-year locust. These insects are large and offer a big meal to trout.
Another uncommon but abundant insect is the spruce bud-worm moth. I have seen the Blackfoot River in Montana covered with the whitish colored adults of this insect. The adults look like a white moth.
Tent caterpillars can be abundant and can make their way into trout waters also.
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Four Doctors and a Loon
by Wally Sheely (reprint from Feb 1995 CBFC Newsletter)
Some years ago, Dr. Nelson Judy, Dr. Dag Norwood, the famous radiation health physician, Dr. James Flanagan, a successful local surgeon, and I, a Dr. of Metallurgical Engineering organized an expedition to British Columbia to sample the Kamloops fishing.
A fishing supply store outside of Merritt, BC, directed us to the Chataway Lakes Lodge. To reach the Chataway Lakes you make a 16-mile climb on a sometimes-rough, dirt road with many switch-backs from Highway 8 at Lower Niccola. Nelson would later remind me of how I ran the heater to keep my old Wagoneer from boiling over during the very warm climb.
Six Chataway Lakes are scattered in the pine woods on a plateau. The Lodge maintains a number of rustic, but comfortable log cabins and boats on all of the lakes. We first concentrated on fishing in the forest surrounding Billy Lake. An irrigation dam had raised the lake which spread the water into the trees. We were most successful when we cast Doctor Spratleys as far as possible into the flooded trees without hanging up more frequently than our boat partner would tolerate. Many strikes came almost instantly.
For variety we moved to Antlers Lake without giving much thought to the remark by Bill, the Lodge proprietor, that there was a family of Loons in residence there. Here, we cast over weed beds, allowed the fly to sink, and retrieved it slowly. We soon learned that the resident male Loon wanted to join in our sport. He would dive, swim underwater to the action, and grab our trout! His grab must have been of the Jaws caliber. He either
pulled the trout off the line, or left it dead for us to retrieve.
One’s companion yelling helplessly at the black and white symbol of the Great North Woods was really entertaining! An especially fine sight was one of the Doctors (I’ll never tell who) leaping about his boat throwing carefully selected rocks and words at a submerged bird. Nelson was more dignified. His comments to the Loon were penetrating and thoughtful. However, things became serious when Mr. Loon directed his attention to one’s own trout and one’s own companions offered tasteless and unsympathetic remarks.
Our only personal revenge came when we could send the Loon on a wild goose chase by pretending to have a trout on the line. After he realized that there was no sport to be found, he would surface and comment to us about our ancestors. The affair came to closure when Bill, the proprietor, told us only the female and offspring would be found in residence. We did not question him closely on how the male had been persuaded to cease harassment of the paying customers.
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PONDERISMS
How is it one careless match can start a forest fire, but it takes a whole box to start a campfire?
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