The April 30th “5th Wednesday Fly Fishing 101” session will “Beginners Fly Tying”. Many of us enjoy tying our own flies but I will tell you it is for the pleasure of tying; YOU DON’T SAVE MONEY tying! We will discuss vices, hooks, threads, tools, and the various materials used such as yarns, feathers, hair,…
Kentuckiana Fly Tyers conducts their monthly meeting the First Thursday of each Month. If you haven’t tied before, and would like to learn, they will provide you with the equipment, materials, and instruction to start you out. If you already tie, come out and bring whatever you would like to tie, and socialize. Please click the applicable RSVP…
Michigan Anglers Base Camp May 4-10, 2025 Location: Camp Rotary, Claire, MI Dates: May 4th-10th, (Sun thru Sat) Coordinator: Tim Guilfoile tim@riverjournal.org (859) 652-0088 This is not a DCFF trip as DCFF will not be taking signups or monies for this trip. Registration, Camp details, meal and lodging information, guide information, as well as…
Dates: May 7 -11, 2025 Coordinator: Wes Krupiczewicz wes@derbycityflyfishers.com; 502-938-2662 The Plan: This will be the club’s third trip to the area around Linton, Indiana, about 2.5 hours West of Louisville. You can find the 2023 Trip Report on the Website. We will be fishing for bluegill and bass in three Indiana State Land areas. The area…
You don’t have to be a Board Member to attend. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend and contribute. The meeting starts at 6:30 PM and is over by 8:30 PM. Come on out and see how your club is run. Give us your ideas and maybe consider getting involved (there are a number of opportunities…
Michigan Anglers Base Camp May 11-15, 2025 Location: Camp Rotary, Claire, MI Dates: May 11th-15th, (Sun thru Thur) Coordinator: Tim Guilfoile tim@riverjournal.org (859) 652-0088 This is not a DCFF trip as DCFF will not be taking signups or monies for this trip. Registration, Camp details, meal and lodging information, guide information, as well as…
We have the private event room so it should be quiet enough for conversation, with plenty of room to get comfortable and enjoy each others company. This is a great opportunity to get to know some of your DCFF club mates a little better and swap some fish stories. You can come when you want,…
The 3rd Saturday of Every Month. 10:30am to Noon Quest Outdoors is pleased to announce they are resuming fly tying classes the 3rd Saturday of each month, beginning in Please call if you have any questions.
NOTE: This trip may be cancelled or rescheduled due to expected unfishable water conditions. Should that happen, everyone who signed up will be notified as soon as the decision is made and payments refunded. Location: Greensburg, KY, Green River Paddle Trail Campgrounds, 805 Legion Park Road, Greensburg, KY 42743 Google Map Link The Paddle Trial Campgrounds…
May is the first of our four monthly outdoor meetings over the summer months. Venues have space for casting instruction so bring your rods and reels or use the club rods and reels to get some introductory instruction or work on improving your casting skills. Some venues will have access to water for fishing and/or…
Michigan Anglers Base Camp May 25-31, 2025 Location: Camp Rotary, Claire, MI Dates: May 25th-31th, (Sun thru Sat) Coordinator: Tim Guilfoile tim@riverjournal.org (859) 652-0088 This is not a DCFF trip as DCFF will not be taking signups or monies for this trip. Registration, Camp details, meal and lodging information, guide information, as well as interactive maps…
Our Fly Tying Classes are open to everyone – you do not have to be a member to attend. Generally we tie one fly, but we tie it twice. An instructor demonstrates, step-by-step, how to tie the fly with accompanying video on a big screen TV so students can see each step. Tools and materials…
Our Fly Tying Classes are open to everyone – you do not have to be a member to attend. Generally we tie one fly, but we tie it twice. An instructor demonstrates, step-by-step, how to tie the fly with accompanying video on a big screen TV so students can see each step. Tools and materials…
You don’t have to be a Board Member to attend. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend and contribute. The meeting starts at 6:30 PM and is over by 8:30 PM. Come on out and see how your club is run. Give us your ideas and maybe consider getting involved (there are a number of opportunities…
Kentuckiana Fly Tyers conducts their monthly meeting the First Thursday of each Month. If you haven’t tied before, and would like to learn, they will provide you with the equipment, materials, and instruction to start you out. If you already tie, come out and bring whatever you would like to tie, and socialize. Please click the applicable RSVP…
KDFW has invited DCFF to a tour on Friday June 6th starting at 10:30am. The tour will last about 1 hour. We will start at a display pool to see some fish and talk about the hatchery. We will then walk into our hatchery building where we will have catfish eggs and catfish fry to…
Location: Water Falls Lodge Spanish Ontario www.waterfallslodge.com Travel (driving) time is approximately 12-13hours. This is a drive to destination, no fly-in or ferry to the lodge. Dates: June 7 - 14, 2025 (Sat - Sat) Arrive Sat the 7th depart Sat the 14th. Coordinator: Ralph Swallows (ralph@derbycityflyfishers.com; 502-836-8841) Trip Level: This is a Level 2+ trip — You…
We have the private event room so it should be quiet enough for conversation, with plenty of room to get comfortable and enjoy each others company. This is a great opportunity to get to know some of your DCFF club mates a little better and swap some fish stories. You can come when you want,…
June is the second of our four monthly outdoor meetings over the summer months. Venue have space for casting instruction fishing, NO INDIANA FISHING LICENSE REQUIRED so bring your rods and reels or use the club rods and reels to get some introductory instruction or work on improving your skills. A meal of pulled BBQ,…
Location: Riverside Retreat, Helm’s Landing Dates: June 20th – 22nd (Fri – Sun) Coordinator: Mark Vincent, mark@derbycityflyfishers.com, (502) 500-1561 Level 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…
The 3rd Saturday of Every Month. 10:30am to Noon Quest Outdoors is pleased to announce they are resuming fly tying classes the 3rd Saturday of each month, beginning in Please call if you have any questions.
Our Fly Tying Classes are open to everyone – you do not have to be a member to attend. Generally we tie one fly, but we tie it twice. An instructor demonstrates, step-by-step, how to tie the fly with accompanying video on a big screen TV so students can see each step. Tools and materials…
Our Fly Tying Classes are open to everyone – you do not have to be a member to attend. Generally we tie one fly, but we tie it twice. An instructor demonstrates, step-by-step, how to tie the fly with accompanying video on a big screen TV so students can see each step. Tools and materials…
You don’t have to be a Board Member to attend. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend and contribute. The meeting starts at 6:30 PM and is over by 8:30 PM. Come on out and see how your club is run. Give us your ideas and maybe consider getting involved (there are a number of opportunities…
Kentuckiana Fly Tyers conducts their monthly meeting the First Thursday of each Month. If you haven’t tied before, and would like to learn, they will provide you with the equipment, materials, and instruction to start you out. If you already tie, come out and bring whatever you would like to tie, and socialize. Please click the applicable RSVP…
Obey River Tailwater Trip Location: Obey River Tailwater (Celina, TN) Dates: July 9th – 11th (Wed – Fri) (arriving Wed Jul 9th late afternoon/evening) Coordinator: 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…
We have the private event room so it should be quiet enough for conversation, with plenty of room to get comfortable and enjoy each others company. This is a great opportunity to get to know some of your DCFF club mates a little better and swap some fish stories. You can come when you want,…
Location: Riverside Retreat, Helm's Landing Dates: July 11th – 13th (Fri – Sun) 2025 Coordinator: Joe Gahlinger (joe@derbycityflyfishers.com; 502-472-3975) Level 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…
July is the third of our four monthly outdoor meetings over the summer months. Our General Club meeting will be held at the Parklands Pavilion July 16th at 6:30 PM. Dave Huff owner of The Whuff Rod Company will be our featured guest for the night and will have rods on display for demonstration. It…
And now for something completely different..... This is an informal event at the Louisville Cigar Company and Speakeasy. This is a chance to enjoy some fine cigars and bourbon in a classic atmosphere. The cigars are reasonably priced, and there is a limited beer menu. The intention is to sit outside, weather permitting. Seating is…