BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Derby City Fly Fishers - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Derby City Fly Fishers
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Derby City Fly Fishers
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Kentucky/Louisville
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20240310T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20241103T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250712
DTSTAMP:20260418T193720
CREATED:20250113T190449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T211935Z
UID:10002206-1752019200-1752278399@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Obey River Tailwater Trip
DESCRIPTION:Obey River Tailwater Trip \nLocation: Obey River Tailwater (Celina\, TN) \nDates: July 9th – 11th (Wed – Fri) (arriving Wed Jul 9th late afternoon/evening) \nCoordinator: Joe Gahlinger (joe@derbycityflyfishers.com\, 502-472-3975) I’ll contact participants several weeks in advance of the trip to finalize details. We can coordinate put in times/locations\, arrange shuttles for kayakers if necessary\, make sure first timers are buddied up with a veteran to help navigate the river (no guarantee they will show you their honey holes\, but you might try a bribe;-) and talk about eating arrangements. \nLevel 2 Trip: This is rated a Level 2 Trip (see Trip Suitability for details.) Boat operators should have experience navigating shallow water rivers and dealing with rising water from dam releases. Kayakers\, canoeists\, etc.\, should have experience fishing from a kayak in moving water. PFDs are required for all. \nNumber of Spots: Unlimited \nThe Plan:  We’ll arrive Wednesday afternoon/evening and fish the Obey on Thursday and Friday.  Note: There is a Cumberland Tailwaters trip scheduled for 11 thru 13 July at Helm’s Landing. If you desire\, you can fish the Obey on Thursday and Friday then travel to the Riverside Retreat at Helm’s Landing Friday afternoon/evening to fish the Cumberland on Saturday and Sunday. Note: These are separate trips and you must sign up for each of them separately. \nDescription of the Waters: The Obey River Tailwater is a 7 mile stretch of the Obey River that runs between the Dale Hollow Lake Dam and the Cumberland River. The river is stocked with rainbow and brown trout year-round. Club members have caught both species in good numbers and sizes (it is not uncommon to hook up on 18+ inch fish.) The river is subject to rapidly changing conditions based on the dam release schedule. It is a narrow river with high banks\, thus when dam release begins the river rises rapidly by as much as 12 to 15 feet. The upper half of the river is shallow during non-release periods but can be navigated carefully by shallow draft motorboats. The lower half is deeper and easily navigated at low water.  Google Map Link \nAccessibility: Wading is limited and mostly only accessible via watercraft. So\, this will be a float trip (shallow draft motorboats\, kayaks\, canoes\, etc.)  There are three concrete boat ramps (no docks or piers) along the river with ample parking available. We typically launch and recover motorboats at the Donaldson Park ramp\, which is at the lower end of the river. We motor up 2.5 to 5 miles depending on water conditions and fish our way back down to the ramp. For those with kayaks\, canoes\, etc.\, we’ll organize shuttles for launch and take out. If you do not have a watercraft but would like to come on this trip\, contact Joe Gahlinger for help in getting a seat – but no guarantees. DO NOT SIGN UP until you have made boating arrangements. \nMeals: All meals are personal responsibility.  Depending on your lodging arrangements there may be informally organized dinners at a local restaurant. See Lodging options below for in-room cooking amenities. \nLodging:  There are a few lodging options: \n1. Riverfront Lodge\, Burkesville\, KY – We have four rooms reserved for Wed and Thur nights (Jul 9th & 10th) for $80/night/room (taxes and fees included).  To claim one of these rooms\, call 270-864-3300 and ask for rooms reserved under Joe Gahlinger\, Fly Fishing Group. Rooms are two queen beds\, free Wi-Fi\, microwave\, mini fridge and coffee maker. About 25 minutes from Donaldson Ramp on the Obey. Ample parking and several charging stations in rear for trolling motor battery charging. \n2. Valley View Motel\, Celina\, TN – This is a no-frills motel we’ve used in the past. It’s biggest advantage is that it is five minutes from the Donaldson Ramp. They are under new ownership since our last trip and there are a few changes. They now have a mini-fridge and coffee maker but still no cooking in rooms. These are small\, basic rooms so temper your expectations. They are clean and serviceable. The price has also increased\, it is now $80/night/room (taxes and fee included.) There are two standard beds  per room\, so room sharing is pretty economical. Boat trailer parking is tight but manageable. Let them know when you make a reservation that you are bringing a boat and they will help you out with parking.  You’ll need a long (50′ at least) extension cord to charge trolling motor batteries\, so bring your own. Also\, bring a 3-prong to 2-prong electric outlet adapter. I don’t know if the new owners have upgraded outlets to 3-prong grounded outlets. Call 931-243-2641 to make reservations (no rooms have been held for this trip.) \n3. Campsites are available at the Dale Hollow Damsite Campgrounds immediately adjacent to the boat ramp just below the dam. You can get Campground information and make reservations at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232564 \nFishing License and permits: You will need a Tennessee All Species fishing license. A 3-day non- resident with Trout permit costs $40 (+$3.52 Handling Fees.) An annual non-resident with Trout permit costs $98.00 (+$3.52 Handling Fees.) You can get more information and buy licenses here. \nSign Up here. \n 
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/obey-river-tailwater-trip-2/
LOCATION:Valley View Motel\, 815 E Lake Ave\, Celina\, Tennessee\, 38551
CATEGORIES:Fishing Trip
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250714
DTSTAMP:20260418T193720
CREATED:20250113T193604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T203236Z
UID:10002166-1752192000-1752451199@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Cumberland River Trip (Helm’s Landing) July 2025
DESCRIPTION:Location: Riverside Retreat\, Helm’s Landing \nDates:   July 11th – 13th (Fri – Sun) 2025 \n\n\n\nCoordinator:  Joe Gahlinger (joe@derbycityflyfishers.com; 502-472-3975) \nLevel 3 Trip:  This is a trip for experienced anglers and there will be limited opportunities for training (see Trip Suitability for details).  All boaters should have experience in moving waters.  When generation starts on the Cumberland\, water levels can quickly rise 15 feet or more.  A PFD is required for all boaters. \nNumber of Spots: 8 \nEquipment:  3 to 8 weight fly rods.  Smaller rods are appropriate for nymph fishing while 8 weight rods are a better choice for streamer or “hopper/dropper” fishing.  Flies include #8 to #18 nymphs\, including stone flies\, pheasant tails\, hare’s ears\, prince\, copper john’s\, midges\, and most other trout flies like mop and egg patterns.  Black\, white and olive wooly buggers are good streamers.  Prominently white shad imitations work well and provide a visual fishing experience when fished from a boat.  Hoppers and other terrestrials will take fish in August and September when fished along walls and high banks. \nFishing License and permits:  You will need a Kentucky fishing license and trout permit. Click here to purchase. There is a $5 vehicle fee to use the Kendall boat ramp at the dam. This fee is waived with a National Park Pass. \nThe Plan:  The club has reserved all 4 rooms at the Riverside Retreat at Helm’s Landing for this outing.  Cost is $110 per person for the two night weekend\, assuming double occupancy in each room; registration and full payment is required to secure your bed. Note that due to escalating costs\, we may have a cash surcharge in addition to the registration fee.  Any refunds for cancelations are at the discretion of the DCFF board.  There are 8 spots on the sign up.  Anyone wanting to stay over only 1 night will be accommodated as floor space allows – contact Joe regarding availability of space. \nDescription of the Waters:  In 2025\, we can expect some sort of a generation schedule with little to no flow in the early morning and generation starting sometime between dawn and early afternoon.  This trip should be considered primarily a boating or floating trip with the possibility of wade fishing on various shoals accessible by boat.  There is also the possibility to wade fish Hatchery Creek.  Go to the Stream Information – Cumberland River page on the DCFF website for more information about the river\, possible floats in the upper section of the river\, and alternative launch locations.  If we get a lot of rain and high-water levels on the tailwater\, there is always the potential to fish for bass or panfish on Lake Cumberland itself. \nDepending on water conditions and the generation schedule\, virtually any small craft can be used on the river.  At 2 or more generators or during high winds\, the river will be “pushy” for inflatable pontoon boats; canoes and kayaks are better\, but skill will be required to safely use them under generation flow conditions.  Small motor-powered craft are the best option if the operator knows how to avoid river obstructions like rocks and logs.  It will be your responsibility to secure a craft and/or find a buddy with a craft.  You can follow other experienced members on the river\, but you need to know how to navigate and operate your boat.  Also\, recognize the need to practice safe boating techniques on the Cumberland; wear a life jacket when you are underway and if you get dumped into the river get to shore ASAP – hypothermia will take over quickly with the water temperatures in the 50s year round! \nLodging:  There are 8 beds available in the rooms.  Linens and towels are provided.  Each room has a cooktop stove (no oven)\, microwave\, small refrigerator\, coffee maker (bring your own coffee and condiments). Dishes\, flat ware and cooking utensils are available\, but if you need something specific for meal preparation\, plan to bring it.  There are charcoal grills on the deck.  You are expected to do your dishes and keep the rooms clean.  Please do not leave trash or garbage on the deck – raccoons are a problem. \nMeals:  Breakfast and Lunch are on your own.  We traditionally share supper; volunteer cooks are always appreciated\, and your food costs are reimbursable\, so save those receipts.  Bring a chair to enjoy the fire in the evening (assuming we can source the wood).  Your payment includes the cost of supper and firewood. \nSign Up:  If you have any questions\, contact Joe Gahlinger (joegahl@twc.com; 502-472-3975).  You must be a current DCFF member to sign up for this trip. \nClick here to sign up.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/cumberland-river-trip-helms-landing-july-2025-2/
LOCATION:Riverside Retreat at Helm’s Landing\, 36.896105\, -85.145682
CATEGORIES:Fishing Trip
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR