Derby City Fly Fishers

Quest Fly Tying Class
2022-02-19 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Quest Outdoors, 4600 Shelbyville Road, Louisville, KY, 40207, United States
Free fly tying class on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Call Quest Outdoors at (502) 290-4589 for more information.

Fly Tying 101 at Orvis Louisville
2022-02-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2022-02-05 10:00 - 12:00, 2022-01-29 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Orvis, 4288 Summit Plaza Drive, Louisville, KY, 40241, United States
Learn fly-tying basics in one of our free Fly Tying 101 classes. The 2-hour class will cover tools, materials, and techniques. You will learn to tie the famous Woolly Bugger to take home and try your next time out on the water. For the safety of our instructors and students, masks are required to participate.
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2022 Fort Wayne Fly Show - Cancelled
2022-02-12 09:00 - 16:30 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | KY
Important Announcement
It is with deep regret the Three Rivers Fly Fishers Board of Directors decided to cancel our 2022 Fly Fishing/Fly Tying Show which was scheduled for February 12, 2022 in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

The Three River Fly Fishing club show. Show website: click here

Derby City Fly Fishers Eat and Talk
2022-02-09 18:30 - 20:30, 2022-01-12 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Martin’s Bar-B-Que, 3408 Indian Lake Drive, Louisville, Ky
We will be gathering this coming Wednesday at Martin’s BBQ Joint. There is plenty of room to observe appropriate social distancing, good lighting (great for fly tying) and good food. This is a great opportunity to get to know some of your DCFF club mates a little better, swap some fish stories, all while enjoying some good BBQ and drink. You can come when you want, eat and drink if you want, tie a fly or two if you want but mostly just share some camaraderie.

2022 Greater Cincinnati Fly Fishing Show!-Cancelled
2022-02-05 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | The Oasis Conference Center, 902 Loveland-Miamiville Road, Loveland, OH, 45140
With great reluctance, BUFF is cancelling the Greater Cincinnati Fly Fishing Show, which was scheduled for Saturday, February 5, 2022. We apologize for the inconvenience and disappointment this causes to all those who were looking forward to participating in the show.

Buckeye United Fly Fishers will host the annual
Greater Cincinnati Fly Fishing Show
Saturday, February 5, 2022
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Show Website:

2022 Kentuckiana Fly Fishing Show Cancelled!
2022-01-29 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Paroquet Springs Conference Center, 395 Paroquet Springs Dr, Shepherdsville, KY, 40165, United States
Due to the increase in Covid-19 illness and cancellations by show vendors, the 2022 Fly show has been cancelled.

Fly Tying Class-Bass Pro
2022-01-27 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | KY
Our Fly Tying Classes are open to everyone – you do not have to be a member to attend. Generally we tie two flies during the class demonstrate by an instructor with accompanying video on a big screen TV so students can see each step. Tools and materials are provided at no cost, but if you have your own tools feel free to bring them.

Fly Tying Class-Cabela's
2022-01-26 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | KY

Annual Christmas Party
2021-12-14 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Marine House, 3758 Pulliam Drive, Louisville, Ky, 40218
Please note the day! TUESDAY!
This is a purely social event to enjoy each others company at this festive time of year. The Club provides non-alcoholic drinks, plates, cups, plastic ware and napkins. Club members are encouraged to bring a dish to share (don’t forget a serving utensil if needed.) Marine House does allow alcoholic beverages, so BYOB if so inclined – just be responsible. Spouses and significant others are most welcome and encouraged to attend.

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Derby City Fly Fishers Eat and Talk
2021-12-08 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Martin’s Bar-B-Que, 3408 Indian Lake Drive, Louisville, Ky
We will be gathering this coming Wednesday at Martin’s BBQ Joint. There is plenty of room to observe appropriate social distancing, good lighting (great for fly tying) and good food. This is a great opportunity to get to know some of your DCFF club mates a little better, swap some fish stories, all while enjoying some good BBQ and drink. You can come when you want, eat and drink if you want, tie a fly or two if you want but mostly just share some camaraderie.

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DCFF General Club Meeting
2021-11-17 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | KY
General club meeting open to everyone.Agenda:
Discussion of club business, and upcoming events.
Presentation by guest speaker.
Raffle of fly fishing related items.

Instructional Outing
2021-11-06 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Otter Creek Outdoor Recreation Area, Otter Creek Outdoor Recreation Area, KY, 40108, United States
New to fly fishing and want some “ALMOST FREE” one-ononeinstruction? Been fly fishing for some time but want to up
your game — maybe advanced casting techniques, get a primer
on Euro Nymph fishing? This instructional outing is just for
you. You do not need to be a club member to participate, so
bring a friend!
Click here for more information! Instructional Outing Nov 2021

DCFF General Meeting
2021-09-15 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | KY
DCFF club meeting at Bass Pro Shop in Clarksville.Everyone welcome to attend.

Cody Wyoming Trip
2021-08-22 - 2021-08-28 | Camp Buffalo Bill, 870 North Fork Hwy, Cody, WY, 82414, United States
Club trip to Cody Wyoming
August 22 – 28, 2021 (Sun – Sat)
Coordinator: Joe Gahlinger, joe@derbycityflyfishers.com, 502-472-3975
Location: Camp Buffalo Bill (50 miles west of Cody, WY)
To View trip details: https://derbycityflyfishers.com/cody-wyoming-trip/

DCFF Outdoor Meeting
2021-08-18 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | KY
This months club meeting will be held at Ashland Park located at the Falls of the Ohio Park in Clarksville, In.Google Maps Location:
We’ll have a pulled pork BBQ dinner with sides and non-alcoholic drinks for $5 per person.
We’ll also have the Club rods and reels for casting instruction and practice.
Bring a lawn chair and join us for some good food, camaraderie, riveting fish stories and even a little casting instruction.

General Membership Meeting
2021-06-16 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | KY
This is our second outdoor meeting of the summer season. Southern Hills Lake provides a beautiful setting for some great camaraderie and an opportunity to do a little fishing as well should you so desire.

Fishing is Catch and Release, no Indiana fishing license required. Southern Hills lake is private property.

Kayaks or other similar small boats are welcome. Don’t forget your PFDs!

Fly rods and reels will be available for those looking for some casting instruction or just an opportunity to practice.

Food, soft drinks and water will be provided. Cost for the meal is $5.00.

BYOB if desired. Please act responsibly!

Don’t forget to bring a camp chair!

Google Maps Link to Southern Hills Lake

May General Membership Meeting
2021-05-19 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | KY
Derby City Fly FishersGeneral Membership Meeting
Otter Creek Outdoor Recreation Area
Garnettsville Picnic Area
Wednesday May 19th 6:30 t0 8:30 pm.
Google Map Link
This is our first outdoor meeting of the summer season. Our first outdoor gathering is traditionally an instructional meeting. This is an opportunity for those new to Fly Fishing, or those wanting to dip their toes in the water to learn some new skills, or for others who would like to hone theirs, an opportunity to get a tip or two. Otter Creek offers an opportunity to get a little time on the water.
Fly rods will be available for instruction, and food, soft drinks and water will be provided.
Cost for the meal is $5.00.
Don’t forget to bring a camp chair, as seating is limited or non-existent.
Please be advised there is a $3.00 entrance fee payable at the gate.

January 2020 Otter Creek Bunkhouse Trip
2020-01-31 17:00 - 2020-02-02 17:00 (America/New_York) | Otter Creek Outdoor Recreation Area, Otter Creek Outdoor Recreation Area, KY, 40108, United States
January 31 – February 2 (Friday night to Sunday morning)
January 2020 Otter Creek Bunkhouse Trip

Fly Tying Seminars at Cincinnati Fly Show
2020-01-30 14:00 - 2020-01-31 18:30 (America/New_York) | KY
Associated with the 2020 Greater Cincinnati Fly Fishing Show (Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020), Buckeye United Fly Fishers are offering a total of four 2-hour Fly Tying Workshops on Thursday, Jan. 30, and Friday, Jan. 31. On Thursday, Mike Schmidt, owner of Angler’s Choice Flies, will be leading two workshops (2 – 4 PM & 4:30 – 6:30 PM), tying a mixture of his signature flies and new patterns. On Friday, Gary Borger, the feature presenter for the Fly Show, will be leading 2 tying workshops (1:30 – 3:30 pm, and 4 – 6 pm). Each workshop will have a maximum capacity of 24 tiers and will be held in Room Sandalwood “C” at the Oasis Conference Center (site of the Fly Show).

These workshops are open to members of all regional Fly Fishing Clubs. Details of the workshops as well as on-line registration and payment can be found at:
http://buckeyeflyfishers.com/expo2020/clinhome.asp

DCFF - Bowling Outing Jan 2020
2020-01-29 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | KY
Looking for something to do on that infrequent Fifth Wednesday of the Month? Then join us for an evening of bowling and fellowship. We have reserved three lanes at Ken Bowl Lanes from 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
We’re limited to 12 bowlers, so sign up soon to reserve your spot. If you just want to watch, cheer, heckle, eat and drink a little and enjoy some fellowship come on out anyhow!! No Cowbells please!!
Food and drink available at the Ken Bowl snack bar. Afterwards, we’ll head down the street to Rubbies for some apres Bowling nourishment and libations.
Cost: $8.50 to bowl two games, plus $4 shoes rental — payable upon arrival. Free for spectators.
If you want to bowl (and who doesn’t?) Click on the following button to reserve your spot.

Kentuckiana Fly Fishing Show
2020-01-25 09:00 (America/New_York) | Paroquet Springs Conference Center, 395 Paroquet Springs Dr, Shepherdsville, KY, 40165, United States
This is Derby City Fly Fishers’ annual fly show. We will have local and regional vendors , guides and outfitters, fly casting demonstration and instruction, fly tying demonstrations from regional clubs, a kid’s corner, fly tying contest, raffles, and educational seminars.
See our Fly Show Flier for more details.
Click here Instructional Seminars for details on the seminars

January Fly Tying (Bass Pro)
2020-01-23 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | KY
Our Fly Tying Classes are open to everyone – you do not have to be a member to attend. Generally we tie two flies during the class demonstrate by an instructor with accompanying video on a big screen TV so students can see each step.
Tools and materials are provided at no cost, but if you have your own tools we encourage you to bring them to ensure we have enough club sets to go around.

January Fly Tying (Cabela’s)
2020-01-22 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | KY

January General Club Meeting
2020-01-15 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | KY
Meetings are open to everyone you do not have to be a member to attend. Typical format:

10-15 minute “Tackle Time” presentation on some aspect of Fly Fishing
Business meeting to introduce new members and guests, take questions or get updates on fishing from attendees, announce/dicuss upcoming events/trips, and conduct any club business required
Presentation, 30 – 45 minute presentation on a Fly Fishing Topic
Raffle
(Optional) Adjourn to a local eatery to continue informal discussions (i.e., fish stories) and socialize

Orvis Fly Tying
2020-01-09 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Orvis, 4288 Summit Plaza Drive, Louisville, KY, 40241, United States
Fly Tying at Orvis in the Paddock Shops in Louisville is sponsored and hosted by our partner, Orvis. We’ve listed the event here because this is an activity our members may wish to join.
Orvis provides materials and tools, but if you have tools you probably want to bring them in case Orvis doesn’t have enough to go around.

January Eat &Talk
2020-01-08 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Roosters – Clarksville, 1601 Greentree Blvd, Clarksville, IN, 47129, United States
Join us at Rooster’s in Clarksville, IN for some fellowship, to swap “true fish stories” and eat and drink at your pleasure. This is an informal get together to talk fly fishing (although we have been know to diverge to less important topics like saving the world and beer.)
Rooster’s has graciously reserved their party room for our exclusive use. Get there when you can, leave when you want, have something to eat and/or drink if you want.

January Board Meeting
2020-01-08 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Roosters – Clarksville, 1601 Greentree Blvd, Clarksville, IN, 47129, United States
Note: Date has been change due to falling on holiday.
Board Meeting are open to all interested club members — you do not have to be a Board Member to attend.
We meet at the Rooster’s in Clarksville, IN.
