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SUMMARY:Spring 2026 Bardstown Bluegill Trip
DESCRIPTION:Coordinator: Steve Cullen S.Cullen325i@gmail.com ; 502-599-7494 \nThe Plan:  This will be the club’s second trip here thanks to the generosity of DCFF\nmember Lou Kaufman who has graciously offered us access to the venue.\nThis trip will be limited to 8 participants due to space constraints on the water.\nThe registration fee is $25 to cover dinner and breakfast as well as firewood.\nWe will be fishing two private lakes near to the area around Bardstown Kentucky\, about\n40 minutes South of Louisville.\nThese are small lakes with limited launch opportunity so we will be limiting this to\nKayaks and Canoes only. Wade or bank fishing isn’t really an option other than one pier\non the larger of the two lakes.\nWe will be fishing for Bluegill and Bass. We don’t plan on any fish fry’s but anglers may\nkeep some of their catch. No limit on Bass\, 10 Bluegill each.\nWe may arrive any time on the afternoon on the 20th and may fish if you like after\nchecking in and getting a little orientation. Supper followed by a fire at the cottage that\nevening. Group Breakfast the morning of the 21st\, after which you may fish either lake for\nas long as you like. \nLodging:  Lou has a cottage on the property which he has also made available to us.\nThere’s a large open room room as well as a three season room with plenty of space for\ncots or air mattresses and sleeping bags.\nWe have a kitchen and bath. We must bring our own towels\, cookware\, camp chairs\,\nand eating utensils.\nYou will need to bring your own cot or air mattress\, sleeping bag or linens and blankets\nand a pillow.\nThere are ample electrical outlets\, but you might want to bring a short extension cord\nand/or power strip to handle your electronic needs.\nWe’ll buy firewood for the group fires.\nWe have space to set up popup shelters/canopies if you choose to bring them but we\nhave no plans to bring the clubs.\nWhile we intend to leave the cottage open all day for bathroom access\, we would\nappreciate it if your gear was packed up and out of the cottage after breakfast. \nParking adjacent to the cottage should be ample but…  Carpooling would be a good\nidea if feasible.\nWe will be able to drop boats lake side. The property is gated and generally secure but\nyour gear is left at your own risk so please plan accordingly. \nMeals:\nPlan to bring your own lunch\, snacks\, and beverages of choice.\nI will bring the DCFF coffee pot\, coffee and condiments for the group.\nWe plan to have group supper the evening of the 20th and breakfast the morning of the\n21st. Both of those meals are open for a volunteer preparer. (You’ll have help and\nyour offers are greatly appreciated!)\nWe’ll tentatively plan suppers at 7PM but will adjust as needed.\nYou need to bring your cooking and meal prep/serving utensils – if you think you’ll need\nit\, bring it! We will have paper plates and plastic ware. \nDescription:  These are small impoundments with a varied shore line.\nDepths can be up to 14 feet\, but most areas are significantly shallower. There are a\nvariety of Bass\, as well as Red Ear and Bluegill in these lakes.\nAccessibility:  Access to the larger of the two lakes is firm and relatively shallow in\nslope meaning trailer launch is difficult if not unlikely. Plan on walking your boats in. That\nwill definitely be the case on the smaller lake where launch is limited to a walk in at the\nend of the dam.  Gas motors cannot be used but trolling motors are acceptable.\nLevel:  This is a Level 2 trip.  There will not be dedicated fishers to teach beginners fly\nfishing basics.\nFishing License and Permits: This is private property and fishing licenses are not\nrequired.\nEquipment:  3 to 6 weight fly rods\, but if you want to spin or bait fish don’t hesitate to\nbring your gear.  Both topwater and typical nymph flies should work.  Bluegills love mop\nflies and trout magnets! While I can’t say what things will be like in October\, the top\nwater bite was good in June though nymphing in deeper water was also productive. \nTo sign up and pay\, please click here.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/spring-2026-bardstown-bluegill-trip/
LOCATION:KY
CATEGORIES:Fishing Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260422T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260422T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030506
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T163615Z
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SUMMARY:Fly Tying - Cabela's
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTools and materials are provided at no cost\, but if you have your own tools feel free to bring them. \nBeginners are welcome.  There will be experienced tiers available to provide individual help. \n  \nApril’s fly\, a UV coated fly good for fishing for White Bass\, Smallmouth\, and Bluegill. \n 
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/fly-tying-cabelas-41/
LOCATION:Cabela’s\, 5100 Norton Healthcare Blvd\, Louisville\, KY\, 40241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fly Tying
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260423T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030506
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SUMMARY:Fly Tying - Bass Pro
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTools and materials are provided at no cost\, but if you have your own tools feel free to bring them. \nBeginners are welcome.  There will be experienced tiers available to provide individual help. \n  \nApril’s fly\, a UV coated fly good for fishing for White Bass\, Smallmouth\, and Bluegill tied by Mike Parker.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/fly-tying-bass-pro-34/
LOCATION:Bass Pro – Clarksville\, IN\, 951 E. Lewis & Clark Parkway\, Clarksville\, IN\, 47129\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fly Tying
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260429T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260429T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030506
CREATED:20260401T220556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T112222Z
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SUMMARY:Spring 2026 DCFF Golf Scramble
DESCRIPTION:Spring is in the air\, and that means it’s time for the Spring DCFF Golf Outing. This will be a 9-hole\, “best ball” scramble. It will be held at the Wooded View Golf Course in Clarksville. You must be a DCFF member to participate. \nThe scramble starts at 5:36\, but please be there by 5:15 for team and cart assignments. Cost is $21 cash only.  f you have any questions\, please contact Brian Kaluzney at brian@derbycityflyfishers.com \nTo register\, please click here.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/spring-2025-dcff-golf-scramble-2/
LOCATION:Wooded View Golf Course\, 2404 Greentree N\, Clarksville\, IN\, 47129\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260429T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260429T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030506
CREATED:20251206T160738Z
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SUMMARY:5th Wednesday Fly Fishing 101\, "Knots and Leaders"
DESCRIPTION:This part of our continuous series discusses / demonstrates some of the basics of the sport. \nWe will be covering the basic knots commonly used in fly fishing and tying your own leaders. Materials will be provided. \nPlease come with questions\, and ideas of what you would like to see at any of the future events. if you have any questions\, please contact our director of education\, John Froehlich at education@derbycityflyfishers.com
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/5th-wednesday-fly-fishing-101-knots-and-leaders/
LOCATION:Cabela’s\, 5100 Norton Healthcare Blvd\, Louisville\, KY\, 40241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260510
DTSTAMP:20260419T030506
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SUMMARY:Green-Sullivan State Forest & Shakamak State Park 2026
DESCRIPTION:May 6\, 2025 – May 9\, 2026 \nDates: May 6-9\, 2026 (Wednesday – Saturday)\nCheck-in NET 4pm May 6 th \, Checkout NLT 11am May 9 th\nNOTE: We are not staying overnight Saturday as Sunday is Mother’s Day\n(Optional) Typically\, we meet for lunch at a TBD diner in Dugger\, IN on Wednesday\, get\nour launch permits\, fish that afternoon and get back to the bunkhouses sometime after\n4pm. \nCoordinator:\nJoe Gahlinger\, joe@derbycityflyfishers.com\, 502-472-3975 \nThe Plan: This will be the club’s fourth trip to the area around Linton\, Indiana\, about 2.5\nhours West of Louisville.  You can find the 2023 Trip Report on the Website. I’ll provide\nmore details about lakes\, access points and experiences from previous trips as we get\ncloser to the trip. \nWe will be fishing for bluegill and bass in three Indiana State Land areas. \nThe area includes Greene-Sullivan State Forest\nhttps://www.in.gov/dnr/forestry/properties/greene-sullivan-state-forest/ \nShakamak State Park \nhttps://www.in.gov/dnr/state-parks/parks-lakes/shakamak-state-park/ \nHillenbrand Fish and Wildlife Area \nhttps://www.in.gov/dnr/fish-and-wildlife/properties/hillenbrand-fwa/ \nThere are many (about 200) small lakes and impoundments with a variety of\nsmall boat (skiff\, canoe\, kayak\, float tube\, etc.) and bank fishing opportunities.\nShakamak State Park also rents boats with trolling motors. \nWe have rented two cottages (bunkhouses) in the Persimmon Lake Loop which can\naccommodate a total of 16 campers. \nDescription of Waters: This area in Western Indiana is a former coal strip pit area.\nThere are about 120 small lakes in Greene-Sullivan ranging in size from 3 acres to 120\nacres.  The Forest itself has many small lakes with over 50 launch ramps; the Dugger\nUnit has 13 launch ramps with somewhat larger lakes.  Shakamak has 400 acres of\nman-made lakes with boat ramps\, canoe launches\, fishing piers\, fish cleaning stations\nand boat rental.   Hillenbrand has another 25 small lakes.  Greene-Sullivan is about 10 \nmiles and 20 minutes southwest of Shakamak.  Hillenbrand is about 13 miles southeast\nof Shakamak. \nAccessibility: With all the launch points\, this is an ideal area for small boats including\nkayaks and canoes.  Almost all the boat ramps can handle boats like we use on the\nCumberland River; gas motors cannot be used but trolling motors are acceptable. You\nwill need a PFD on your watercraft. \nLevel: This is a Level 2 trip.  There will not be dedicated fishers to teach beginners fly\nfishing basics.  There may be teachable opportunities\, but there are no guarantees. \nMeals:\n For now\, plan to bring your own lunch\, snacks\, and beverages of choice.\n I will bring the DCFF coffee pot\, filters\, coffee and condiments for the group.\n We plan to have group breakfasts and suppers. Please indicate your willingness\nto cook on the sign up (meals are a team effort\, we just need a head chef for\nplanning and provisioning each meal.) Plan a meal for 16.  If you need ideas on\nmeals\, contact me.  Cooks should save receipts since these costs are\nreimbursable.\n I’m hoping we catch enough panfish to have at least one fish fry either Thursday\nor Friday evening. So\, bring your filet knives to clean fish and fish\nbaskets/stringers/wells to keep fish.\n There are grocery stores close by\, so we can shop locally and do not have to\npack everything in.\n You need to bring your cooking and meal prep utensils – if you think you’ll need\nit\, bring it! We will have paper plates and bowls\, plasticware\, foil chafing pans\,\npaper towels\, zip lock bags\, cleaning supplies\, charcoal and standard\ncondiments. \nLodging: The Club has rented Persimmon Lake bunk house cottages #1 and #2 in\nthe Shakamak Group camping area. Directions will be provided in the trip updates just\nprior to the trip.  Each bunk house has 11 double bunk beds.  We plan on 8 campers per\nbunkhouse. Each camper will get a lower berth for sleeping and the upper bunk for\nstorage.  The cottages have a kitchen with a full refrigerator\, stove with oven\,\nmicrowave and a sink; we will keep the bunk bed next to the kitchen empty for storage.\nThere are 2 shower stalls\, 2 toilets and 2 vanities. There are two picnic tables and a fire\npit outside.\n We must bring our own linens\, towels\, cookware\, camp chairs\, and eating\nutensils. \n The bunks have a pretty good foam mattress\, and most previous participants did\nnot see a need for air mattresses. Pillows\, sheets\, blankets and/or sleeping bags\nare highly recommended. \n If you want to be in the same bunkhouse as someone else\, please so state in the\nremarks field on the sign up. \n If you want to participate but NOT stay in the cottages\, camping spots and\ncabins are available; you need to make your own arrangements. \n We’ll buy firewood for the group fires. No outside firewood is allowed.\nParking is limited.  Carpooling is highly recommended. \nThe plan limits this trip to 16 participants.  Registration cost for the trip is $95 (payable\nat sign up) for the three nights and will include the group breakfasts\, suppers and\nfirewood.  There may be a cash up-charge if we burn a lot of wood.  Any registration fee\nrefund is at the discretion of the DCFF Board. \nFishing License and Permits: (All these costs are in addition to the trip registration\nfee.)\n You need an Indiana Fishing License; these can be purchased on line at Indiana\nFishing License.\n For boat operators\, you also need a Lake Permit ($5/year non-motorized\,\n$25/year motorized (includes trolling motor only watercraft). You can get them at\nany State Park Office including the one at Greene/Sullivan. These permits are\ngood at all Indiana State parks for the calendar year.\n Park entrance fees are $7 resident and $9 out of state; you will get a parking\npass after paying the 1st day entry fee.\nEquipment: 3 to 8 weight fly rods\, but if you want to spin or bait fish go for it.  Both\ntopwater and typical nymph flies should work.  Bluegill love mop flies and trout magnets!\nSign Up:  If you have any questions\, contact Joe at joe@derbycityflyfishers.com or 502-\n472-3975.  You must be a current DCFF member to sign up for this trip.\nClick here to sign up.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/green-sullivan-state-forest-shakamak-state-park-2026/
LOCATION:Green-Sullivan State Park\, 2551 IN-159\, Dugger\, IN\, 47848
CATEGORIES:Fishing Trip
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260509
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SUMMARY:Green River Float Trip
DESCRIPTION:May 6-8 \nNOTE: 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. \nLocation: Greensburg\, KY\, Green River Paddle Trail Campgrounds\, 805 Legion Park Road\, Greensburg\, KY 42743 Google Map Link \nThe Paddle Trial Campgrounds are brand new and look to be a great place to stay. They have their very own boat ramp right at the campground. You have multiple floats available and all floats can end at the campgrounds. We’ll do our best to make sure we can shuttle everyone as needed. \nDates: May 6-8\, 2026 (Wed – Fri) \nCoordinator: Pat Brucoli pat@derbycityflyfishers.com 502-541-9011 \nTrip Level: This is a Level 2+ trip — You must be able to handle a canoe\, kayak\, etc.\, in moving water and fly fish from it. Opportunities for fly fishing instruction will be limited. Some short portages will be likely depending on water conditions. \nNumber of Spots: 12 \nA KY Fishing License is required. Click here to purchase. \nOuting Details: This is a float trip since bank and wade fishing are extremely limited. We’ll be targeting smallmouth bass\, but other species are abundant. Watercraft will be limited to kayaks\, canoes\, and the like as sections of the river are shallow and some portaging may be required. Rental kayaks and canoes are available\, click here for more an interactive map of the Green River and watercraft rental information. Personal Floatation Devices (PFDs) are required\, so if you’re bringing your own watercraft be sure to bring a PFD. There are several floats available ranging from 2 to 8 hours. We’ll work out launch and take out access points and shuttles on a day-by-day basis. Click here for a map of the Upper Green River with watercraft access points highlighted (provided by KY Department of Fish and Wildlife as part of their Blue Water Trails series.) \nLodging: We have reserved four cabins that sleep three each\, in various combinations of a couch\, bunk beds\, and/or  regular beds. It may be possible to accommodate more\, if there is a fold out couch\, and possible room for air mattresses. Please contact the trip coordinator for details and availability.  The total trip cost is $100 which covers both nights accommodations. . We should have access to the Pavilion that is covered and has a firepit and plenty of lighting and picnic tables. You are on your own for meals. Click here for information on the Paddle Trail Campgrounds and their amenities. \nSign Up: You must be a current DCFF member to sign up for this trip. Click here  to sign up. Also note\, that this location is in the Central Time Zone
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/green-river-float-trip/
LOCATION:Paddle Trails Campground\, Greensburg\, KY\, 805 Legion Park Rad\, Greensburg\, KY\, 47243\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fishing Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260506T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260506T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030506
CREATED:20251206T154059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T154059Z
UID:10002256-1778092200-1778099400@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nCome on out and see how your club is run. Give us your ideas and maybe consider getting involved (there are a number of opportunities to help out and you don’t have to be on the Board to do so.) \nAfterwards we usually get together for some food\, drink and socialization.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/board-of-directors-meeting-40/
LOCATION:Cabela’s\, 5100 Norton Healthcare Blvd\, Louisville\, KY\, 40241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260507T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030506
CREATED:20251206T154734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T154734Z
UID:10002267-1778176800-1778187600@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Kentuckiana Fly Tyers Fly Tying Night
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPlease click the applicable RSVP button below if you plan on attending so they can make sure they have enough materials to go around.  We hope to see you all there. \n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP – Tyers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP – Beginners
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/kentuckiana-fly-tyers-fly-tying-night-34/
LOCATION:Roosters on Shelbyville Rd.\, 10430 Shelbyville Rd\, Louisville\, KY\, 40223
CATEGORIES:Fly Tying
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260513T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260513T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030506
CREATED:20251206T155921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T155921Z
UID:10002279-1778697000-1778704200@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Eat & Talk
DESCRIPTION: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\, eat and drink if you want\, mostly just share some camaraderie.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/eat-talk-40/
LOCATION:Roosters on Shelbyville Rd.\, 10430 Shelbyville Rd\, Louisville\, KY\, 40223
CATEGORIES:Club Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260516T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030506
CREATED:20251206T183730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T183730Z
UID:10002325-1778927400-1778932800@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Quest Outdoors Fly Tying
DESCRIPTION:The 3rd Saturday of Every Month. 10:30am to Noon\n\n\n\nQuest Outdoors is pleased to announce they are resuming fly tying classes the 3rd Saturday of each month. Please call if you have any questions.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/quest-outdoors-fly-tying-24/
LOCATION:Quest Outdoors\, 4600 Shelbyville Road\, Louisville\, KY\, 40207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fly Tying
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260520T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260520T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030506
CREATED:20251206T165750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T165750Z
UID:10002296-1779301800-1779307200@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting-Outdoor
DESCRIPTION:May is the first of our four monthly outdoor meetings over the summer months. \nVenues 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. \nSome venues will have access to water for fishing and/or practicing your casting under actual fishing conditions. \nA meal of pulled BBQ\, sides\, soft drinks and water will be available for $10.00 per person.  BYOB if desired. Please act responsibly! \nCome on out and join us for some great camaraderie. \nDon’t forget to bring a camp chair! \nMay’s meeting will be at the Parklands and will include a BBQ dinner ($10)\, casting instructions\, and fun conversations.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/monthly-meeting-outdoor-13/
LOCATION:Parklands of Floyds Fork\, 1411 Beckley Creek Parkway\, Louisville\, KY\, 40245\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260527T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260527T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030506
CREATED:20251206T171928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T171928Z
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SUMMARY:Fly Tying - Cabela's
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTools and materials are provided at no cost\, but if you have your own tools feel free to bring them. \nBeginners are welcome.  There will be experienced tiers available to provide individual help. \n 
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/fly-tying-cabelas-42/
LOCATION:Cabela’s\, 5100 Norton Healthcare Blvd\, Louisville\, KY\, 40241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fly Tying
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260528T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260528T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030506
CREATED:20251206T172635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T172635Z
UID:10002314-1779993000-1779998400@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Fly Tying - Bass Pro
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTools and materials are provided at no cost\, but if you have your own tools feel free to bring them. \nBeginners are welcome.  There will be experienced tiers available to provide individual help.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/fly-tying-bass-pro-35/
LOCATION:Bass Pro – Clarksville\, IN\, 951 E. Lewis & Clark Parkway\, Clarksville\, IN\, 47129\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fly Tying
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260603T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260603T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030506
CREATED:20251206T154123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T154123Z
UID:10002257-1780511400-1780518600@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nCome on out and see how your club is run. Give us your ideas and maybe consider getting involved (there are a number of opportunities to help out and you don’t have to be on the Board to do so.) \nAfterwards we usually get together for some food\, drink and socialization.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/board-of-directors-meeting-41/
LOCATION:Cabela’s\, 5100 Norton Healthcare Blvd\, Louisville\, KY\, 40241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260604T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260604T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030506
CREATED:20251206T154757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T154757Z
UID:10002268-1780596000-1780606800@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Kentuckiana Fly Tyers Fly Tying Night
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPlease click the applicable RSVP button below if you plan on attending so they can make sure they have enough materials to go around.  We hope to see you all there. \n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP – Tyers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP – Beginners
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/kentuckiana-fly-tyers-fly-tying-night-35/
LOCATION:Roosters on Shelbyville Rd.\, 10430 Shelbyville Rd\, Louisville\, KY\, 40223
CATEGORIES:Fly Tying
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260605T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260607T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030506
CREATED:20260120T183643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T183951Z
UID:10002343-1780646400-1780851600@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:June 2026 Cumberland River
DESCRIPTION:June 5\, 2026 – June 7\, 2026 \nLocation: Riverside Retreat\, Helm’s Landing \nDates:   June 5 th – 7th (Fri – Sun) 2026 \nCoordinator:  Mark Vincent (smarkvincent1@gmail.com; 502-500-1561) \nLevel 3 Trip:  This is a trip for experienced anglers and there will be limited\nopportunities for training (see Trip Suitability for details).  All boaters should have\nexperience in moving waters.  When generation starts on the Cumberland\, water levels\ncan 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\n8 weight rods are a better choice for streamer or “hopper/dropper” fishing.  Flies include\n#8 to #18 nymphs\, including stone flies\, pheasant tails\, hare’s ears\, prince\, copper\njohn’s\, midges\, and most other trout flies like mop and egg patterns.  Black\, white and\nolive wooly buggers are good streamers.  Prominently white shad imitations work well\nand provide a visual fishing experience when fished from a boat.  Hoppers and other\nterrestrials will take fish in August and September when fished along walls and high\nbanks. \nFishing License and permits: You will need a Kentucky fishing license and trout\npermit. Click here to purchase. There is a $5 vehicle fee to use the Kendall boat ramp\nat 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\nLanding for this outing.  Cost is $110 per person for the two night weekend\, assuming\ndouble occupancy in each room; registration and full payment is required to secure your\nbed. Note that due to escalating costs\, we may have a cash surcharge in addition to the\nregistration fee.  Any refunds for cancelations are at the discretion of the DCFF board.\nThere are 8 spots on the sign up.  Anyone wanting to stay over only 1 night will be\naccommodated as floor space allows – contact Joe regarding availability of space.\nDescription of the Waters:  We can usually expect some a generation schedule with\nlittle to no flow in the early morning and generation starting sometime between dawn\nand early afternoon.  This trip should be considered primarily a boating or floating trip\nwith the possibility of wade fishing on various shoals accessible by boat.  There is also\nthe possibility to wade fish Hatchery Creek.  Go to the Stream Information\n– Cumberland River page on the DCFF website for more information about the river\,\npossible floats in the upper section of the river\, and alternative launch locations.  If we\nget a lot of rain and high-water levels on the tailwater\, there is always the potential to\nfish for bass or panfish on Lake Cumberland itself. \nDepending on water conditions and the generation schedule\, virtually any small craft\ncan be used on the river.  At 1 or more generators or during high winds\, the river will be\n“pushy” for inflatable pontoon boats; canoes and kayaks are better\, but skill will be\nrequired to safely use them under generation flow conditions.  Small motor-powered\ncraft are the best option if the operator knows how to avoid river obstructions like rocks\nand logs.  It will be your responsibility to secure a craft and/or find a buddy with a craft.\nYou can follow other experienced members on the river\, but you need to know how to\nnavigate and operate your boat.  Also\, recognize the need to practice safe boating\ntechniques on the Cumberland; wear a life jacket when you are underway and if you get\ndumped into the river get to shore ASAP – hypothermia will take over quickly with the\nwater temperatures in the 50s year round! \nLodging:  There are 8 beds available in the rooms.  Linens and towels are provided.\nEach room has a cooktop stove (no oven)\, microwave\, small refrigerator\, coffee maker\n(bring your own coffee and condiments). Dishes\, flat ware and cooking utensils are\navailable\, but if you need something specific for meal preparation\, plan to bring it.\nThere are charcoal grills on the deck.  You are expected to do your dishes and keep the\nrooms clean.  Please do not leave trash or garbage on the deck – raccoons are a\nproblem. \nMeals:  Breakfast and Lunch are on your own.  We traditionally share supper; volunteer\ncooks are always appreciated\, and your food costs are reimbursable\, so save those\nreceipts.  Bring a chair to enjoy the fire in the evening.  Your payment includes the\ncost of supper and firewood. \nSign Up:  If you have any questions\, contact Mark Vincent\n(smarkvincent1@gmail.com; 502-500-1561).  You must be a current DCFF member to\nsign up for this trip. \nClick here to sign up.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/june-2026-cumberland-river/
LOCATION:Riverside Retreat at Helm’s Landing\, 36.896105\, -85.145682
CATEGORIES:Fishing Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260610T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260610T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030506
CREATED:20251206T155950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T155950Z
UID:10002280-1781116200-1781123400@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Eat & Talk
DESCRIPTION: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\, eat and drink if you want\, mostly just share some camaraderie.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/eat-talk-41/
LOCATION:Roosters on Shelbyville Rd.\, 10430 Shelbyville Rd\, Louisville\, KY\, 40223
CATEGORIES:Club Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260621
DTSTAMP:20260419T030506
CREATED:20260116T180108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T180130Z
UID:10002340-1781222400-1781999999@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Canada-Water Falls Lodge\, Spanish Ontario
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDates: June 12 – 20\, 2026 (Sat – Sat) Arrive Sat the 13th depart Sat the 20th. \nCoordinator: Ralph Swallows (ralph@derbycityflyfishers.com; 502-836-8841) \nTrip Level: This is a Level 2+ trip — You will be handling a power boat with a trolling motor on large lakes.  It can be windy on those lakes which can make casting challenging\, but not undoable. You will be sharing a boat with another angler\, so you need to be comfortable fishing in close proximity to another person. \nNumber of Spots: Up to 18 \nFishing License: You are required to purchase an Outdoors Card ($8.57) along with a non-resident fishing license. There are 2 types of fishing licenses that can be purchased: Sport fishing ($54.38 / 8 day) or Conservation fishing ($31.52/ 8 day.) The Sport fishing allows you to keep and possess 4 fish daily\, the Conservation fishing allows you to keep and possess 1 fish daily. All licenses are required to be bought online. Click here. \nVERY IMPORTANT: YOU MUST HAVE A VALID US PASSPORT OR PASSPORT CARD.  WE WILL BE CROSSING THE CANDIAN BORDER! If you need to apply for a passport\, do it sooner rather than later as it may take as long as 6 – 13 weeks to get one!! There are no COVID-19 Vaccine mandates or vaccine requirements currently in place. If this changes we will notify you. \nTrip Details:  This is a boating trip. There is a boat with foot-controlled trolling motor for every 2 anglers (included in trip price.) The boats are docked at the cabins. The first tank of gas is included in the trip price\, all subsequent fill ups are extra and split between the two anglers sharing the boat. \nWe are fishing mainly for Smallmouth Bass\, but Pike and Walleye are also available.  Fishing tips and tackle recommendations will follow. \nGuides and guided excursions are available/optional. \nThere are four lakes accessible via the provided boats\, plus a fifth lake you can walk to from the cabins and rent a boat.  In addition\, you can book day trips (extra cost) to one of two remote lakes. Daily remote lake trips include lunch\, boat\, motor\, gas\, bait\, guide and transportation. \nLodging: We have reserved three cabins (#9\, 10 & 11) which can accommodate a total of 18 people. These are waterfront cabins with fully equipped kitchens\, outdoor BBQs and fire-pits. The total base cost of the trip $887 US and is for 7 nights lodging with evening meals. Not included are travel expenses\, fishing license\, breakfast\, lunch or guided trips. \nMeals: Evening meals (served from 5PM -8PM) are included with the price. Meals are fixed menu but are different each evening. Previous trip participants found them to be delicious and satisfying. Restaurant is a short walk up the hill from the cabins. We are on our own for breakfast and lunch. But with full kitchens they should be no problem.  However\, if you prefer you can purchase breakfast and lunch at the restaurant on a walk in basis. \nPayment: Payment will be handled in three steps: \n\nAt sign up (click here) you will be required to pay a $212\, non-refundable deposit to DCFF.  This covers the cabin reservation deposit. Registration has been extended\, but we need to target an even number so we can maintain 2 participants per boat. If you need to cancel\, we’ll make every effort to find someone to replace you on the trip and refund your deposit\, but no guarantees. If we can’t fill your spot\, your deposit can be rolled forward to the next year.\nThe remaining balance ($675 US) will be paid directly to Waterfalls Lodge upon arriving at the Lodge.\nBefore leaving the lodge\, you will settle up with them for gas and any additional charges you incurred during the week.\n\nYou are encouraged to go to the Waterfalls Lodge website and check things out. There are videos available on the website. This resort has been featured on The New Fly Fisher YouTube Channel.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/canada-water-falls-lodge-spanish-ontario-2/
LOCATION:Water Falls Lodge\, 432 Waterfalls Road\, Spanish\, Ontario\, POP 2E0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fishing Trip
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260617T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260617T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030507
CREATED:20251206T170032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T170032Z
UID:10002297-1781721000-1781726400@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting-Outdoor
DESCRIPTION:May is the first of our four monthly outdoor meetings over the summer months. \nVenues 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. \nSome venues will have access to water for fishing and/or practicing your casting under actual fishing conditions. \nA meal of pulled BBQ\, sides\, soft drinks and water will be available for $10.00 per person.  BYOB if desired. Please act responsibly! \nCome on out and join us for some great camaraderie. \nDon’t forget to bring a camp chair! \nMay’s meeting will be at the Parklands and will include a BBQ dinner ($10)\, casting instructions\, and fun conversations.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/monthly-meeting-outdoor-14/
LOCATION:Parklands of Floyds Fork\, 1411 Beckley Creek Parkway\, Louisville\, KY\, 40245\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260620T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030507
CREATED:20251206T183755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T183755Z
UID:10002326-1781951400-1781956800@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Quest Outdoors Fly Tying
DESCRIPTION:The 3rd Saturday of Every Month. 10:30am to Noon\n\n\n\nQuest Outdoors is pleased to announce they are resuming fly tying classes the 3rd Saturday of each month. Please call if you have any questions.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/quest-outdoors-fly-tying-25/
LOCATION:Quest Outdoors\, 4600 Shelbyville Road\, Louisville\, KY\, 40207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fly Tying
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260624T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260624T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030507
CREATED:20251206T171950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T171950Z
UID:10002305-1782325800-1782333000@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Fly Tying - Cabela's
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTools and materials are provided at no cost\, but if you have your own tools feel free to bring them. \nBeginners are welcome.  There will be experienced tiers available to provide individual help. \n 
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/fly-tying-cabelas-43/
LOCATION:Cabela’s\, 5100 Norton Healthcare Blvd\, Louisville\, KY\, 40241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fly Tying
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260625T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260625T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030507
CREATED:20251206T172659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T172659Z
UID:10002315-1782412200-1782417600@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Fly Tying - Bass Pro
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTools and materials are provided at no cost\, but if you have your own tools feel free to bring them. \nBeginners are welcome.  There will be experienced tiers available to provide individual help.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/fly-tying-bass-pro-36/
LOCATION:Bass Pro – Clarksville\, IN\, 951 E. Lewis & Clark Parkway\, Clarksville\, IN\, 47129\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fly Tying
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260701T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260701T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030507
CREATED:20251206T154157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T154157Z
UID:10002258-1782930600-1782937800@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nCome on out and see how your club is run. Give us your ideas and maybe consider getting involved (there are a number of opportunities to help out and you don’t have to be on the Board to do so.) \nAfterwards we usually get together for some food\, drink and socialization.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/board-of-directors-meeting-42/
LOCATION:Cabela’s\, 5100 Norton Healthcare Blvd\, Louisville\, KY\, 40241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260702T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260702T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030507
CREATED:20251206T154819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T154819Z
UID:10002269-1783015200-1783026000@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Kentuckiana Fly Tyers Fly Tying Night
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPlease click the applicable RSVP button below if you plan on attending so they can make sure they have enough materials to go around.  We hope to see you all there. \n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP – Tyers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP – Beginners
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/kentuckiana-fly-tyers-fly-tying-night-36/
LOCATION:Roosters on Shelbyville Rd.\, 10430 Shelbyville Rd\, Louisville\, KY\, 40223
CATEGORIES:Fly Tying
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260708T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260708T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030507
CREATED:20251206T160009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T160009Z
UID:10002281-1783535400-1783542600@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Eat & Talk
DESCRIPTION: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\, eat and drink if you want\, mostly just share some camaraderie.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/eat-talk-42/
LOCATION:Roosters on Shelbyville Rd.\, 10430 Shelbyville Rd\, Louisville\, KY\, 40223
CATEGORIES:Club Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260419T030507
CREATED:20260112T221436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T190634Z
UID:10002339-1784073600-1784332799@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Obey River Tailwater Trip
DESCRIPTION:Obey River Tailwater Trip \nLocation: Obey River Tailwater (Celina\, TN)\nDates: July 15th – 17th (Wed – Fri) (arriving Wed Jul 15th late afternoon/evening) \nCoordinator: Joe Gahlinger (joe@derbycityflyfishers.com\, 502-472-3975) I’ll contact\nparticipants several weeks in advance of the trip to finalize details. We can coordinate\nput in times/locations\, arrange shuttles for kayakers if necessary\, make sure first timers\nare buddied up with a veteran to help navigate the river (no guarantee they will show\nyou 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\noperators should have experience navigating shallow water rivers and dealing with\nrising water from dam releases. Kayakers\, canoeists\, etc.\, should have experience\nfishing from a kayak in moving water. PFDs are required for all. \nNumber of Spots: 16 (based on number of rooms available at The Valley View Motel in Celina\, TN) \nDeposit: No Deposit. However\, please sign up (link at bottom) so we know who is\ncoming and what the boat arrangements/needs are. \nThe Plan: We’ll arrive Wednesday afternoon/evening and fish the Obey on Thursday\nand Friday.  Note: There is a Cumberland Tailwaters trip scheduled for 17 thru 19 July at\nHelm’s Landing. If you desire\, you can fish the Obey on Thursday and Friday then travel\nto the Riverside Retreat at Helm’s Landing Friday afternoon/evening to fish the\nCumberland on Saturday and Sunday. Note: These are separate trips and you must\nsign up for each of them separately. \nDescription of the Waters: The Obey River Tailwater is a 7 mile stretch of the Obey\nRiver that runs between the Dale Hollow Lake Dam and the Cumberland River. The\nriver is stocked with rainbow and brown trout year-round. Club members have caught\nboth species in good numbers and sizes (18+ inch fish are available.) The river is\nsubject to rapidly changing conditions based on the dam release schedule. It is a\nnarrow river with high banks\, thus when dam release begins the river rises rapidly by as\nmuch as 12 to 15 feet. The upper half of the river is shallow during non-release periods\nbut can be carefully navigated by shallow draft motorboats. The lower half is deeper and\neasily navigated at low water. \nAccessibility: Wading is limited and mostly only accessible via watercraft. So\, this will\nbe a float trip (shallow draft motorboats\, kayaks\, canoes\, etc.)  There are three\nconcrete boat ramps (no docks or piers) along the river with ample parking available.\nWe 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\nguarantees. DO NOT SIGN UP until you have made boating arrangements. \nMeals: All meals are personal responsibility. Depending on your lodging arrangements\nthere may be informally organized dinners at a local restaurant. See Lodging options\nbelow for in-room cooking amenities. \nLodging: There are a few lodging options: \n1. Valley View Motel\, Celina\, TN – This is a no-frills motel we’ve used in the past. Its\nbiggest advantage is that it is five minutes from the Donaldson Ramp. Rooms have a\nmini-fridge and coffee maker\, but cooking is not allowed in rooms. These are small\,\nbasic rooms so temper your expectations. They are clean and serviceable. The price is\n$80/night/room (taxes and fees included.) There are two standard beds per room\, so\nroom sharing is economical. Boat trailer parking is tight but manageable. 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 have eight rooms reserved in my name (Joe Gahlinger) for the trip (units 1 thru 8). You will pay when you arrive (cash preferred.) Tell them you are with my group. \n2. Campsites are available at the Dale Hollow Damsite Campgrounds immediately\nadjacent to the boat ramp just below the dam. You can get Campground information and\nmake reservations at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232564 \n3. Burkesville\, KY – There are a couple options here\, but no rooms have been\nreserved. You will need to make your own reservations. Burkesville is about 30 minutes\nfrom the Donaldson Park Ramp.\nRiverfront Lodge – 305 Keen St\, Burkesville\, KY 42717 (270) 864-3300\n$80/night\nAlpine Resort – 700 Hill St\, Burkesville\, KY 42717 (270) 864-7100 $138 –\n$149/night \nFishing License and permits: You will need a Tennessee All Species fishing license. A\n3-day non- resident with Trout permit costs $40 (+$3.52 Handling Fees.) An annual non-\nresident with Trout permit costs $98.00 (+$3.52 Handling Fees.) You can get more\ninformation and buy licenses here.\nSign Up here.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/obey-river-tailwater-trip-3/
LOCATION:Valley View Motel\, 815 E Lake Ave\, Celina\, Tennessee\, 38551
CATEGORIES:Fishing Trip
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260715T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260715T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030507
CREATED:20251206T170056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T170056Z
UID:10002298-1784140200-1784145600@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting-Outdoor
DESCRIPTION:May is the first of our four monthly outdoor meetings over the summer months. \nVenues 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. \nSome venues will have access to water for fishing and/or practicing your casting under actual fishing conditions. \nA meal of pulled BBQ\, sides\, soft drinks and water will be available for $10.00 per person.  BYOB if desired. Please act responsibly! \nCome on out and join us for some great camaraderie. \nDon’t forget to bring a camp chair! \nMay’s meeting will be at the Parklands and will include a BBQ dinner ($10)\, casting instructions\, and fun conversations.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/monthly-meeting-outdoor-15/
LOCATION:Parklands of Floyds Fork\, 1411 Beckley Creek Parkway\, Louisville\, KY\, 40245\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTSTAMP:20260419T030507
CREATED:20260120T185146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T211354Z
UID:10002344-1784246400-1784505599@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:July 2026 Cumberland River (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:July 17\, 2026 – July 19\, 2026 \nLocation: Riverside Retreat\, Helm’s Landing \nDates:   July 17th – 19 th  (Fri – Sun) 2026 \nCoordinator:  Joe Gahlinger (joe@derbycityflyfishers.com; 502-472-3975)\nLevel 3 Trip:  This is a trip for experienced anglers and there will be limited\nopportunities for training (see Trip Suitability for details).  All boaters should have\nexperience in moving waters.  When generation starts on the Cumberland\, water levels\ncan 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\n8 weight rods are a better choice for streamer or “hopper/dropper” fishing.  Flies include\n#8 to #18 nymphs\, including stone flies\, pheasant tails\, hare’s ears\, prince\, copper\njohn’s\, midges\, and most other trout flies like mop and egg patterns.  Black\, white and\nolive wooly buggers are good streamers.  Prominently white shad imitations work well\nand provide a visual fishing experience when fished from a boat.  Hoppers and other\nterrestrials will take fish in August and September when fished along walls and high\nbanks. \nFishing License and permits: You will need a Kentucky fishing license and trout\npermit. Click here to purchase. There is a $5 vehicle fee to use the Kendall boat ramp\nat 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\nLanding for this outing.  Cost is $110 per person for the two night weekend\, assuming\ndouble occupancy in each room; registration and full payment is required to secure your\nbed. Note that due to escalating costs\, we may have a cash surcharge in addition to the\nregistration fee.  Any refunds for cancelations are at the discretion of the DCFF board.\nThere are 8 spots on the sign up.  Anyone wanting to stay over only 1 night will be\naccommodated as floor space allows – contact Joe regarding availability of space. \nDescription of the Waters:  We can usually expect some a generation schedule with\nlittle to no flow in the early morning and generation starting sometime between dawn\nand early afternoon.  This trip should be considered primarily a boating or floating trip\nwith the possibility of wade fishing on various shoals accessible by boat.  There is also\nthe possibility to wade fish Hatchery Creek.  Go to the Stream Information\n– Cumberland River page on the DCFF website for more information about the river\,\npossible floats in the upper section of the river\, and alternative launch locations.  If we\nget a lot of rain and high-water levels on the tailwater\, there is always the potential to\nfish for bass or panfish on Lake Cumberland itself. \nDepending on water conditions and the generation schedule\, virtually any small craft\ncan be used on the river.  At 1 or more generators or during high winds\, the river will be\n“pushy” for inflatable pontoon boats; canoes and kayaks are better\, but skill will be\nrequired to safely use them under generation flow conditions.  Small motor-powered\ncraft are the best option if the operator knows how to avoid river obstructions like rocks\nand logs.  It will be your responsibility to secure a craft and/or find a buddy with a craft.\nYou can follow other experienced members on the river\, but you need to know how to\nnavigate and operate your boat.  Also\, recognize the need to practice safe boating\ntechniques on the Cumberland; wear a life jacket when you are underway and if you get\ndumped into the river get to shore ASAP – hypothermia will take over quickly with the\nwater temperatures in the 50s year round! \nLodging:  There are 8 beds available in the rooms.  Linens and towels are provided.\nEach room has a cooktop stove (no oven)\, microwave\, small refrigerator\, coffee maker\n(bring your own coffee and condiments). Dishes\, flat ware and cooking utensils are\navailable\, but if you need something specific for meal preparation\, plan to bring it.\nThere are charcoal grills on the deck.  You are expected to do your dishes and keep the\nrooms clean.  Please do not leave trash or garbage on the deck – raccoons are a\nproblem. \nMeals:  Breakfast and Lunch are on your own.  We traditionally share supper; volunteer\ncooks are always appreciated\, and your food costs are reimbursable\, so save those\nreceipts.  Bring a chair to enjoy the fire in the evening.  Your payment includes the\ncost of supper and firewood. \nSign Up:  If you have any questions\, contact Joe Gahlinger (joegahl@twc.com; 502-\n472-3975).  You must be a current DCFF member to sign up for this trip.\nClick here to sign up.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/july-2026-cumberland-river/
LOCATION:Riverside Retreat at Helm’s Landing\, 36.896105\, -85.145682
CATEGORIES:Fishing Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260718T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260718T120000
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UID:10002327-1784370600-1784376000@derbycityflyfishers.com
SUMMARY:Quest Outdoors Fly Tying
DESCRIPTION:The 3rd Saturday of Every Month. 10:30am to Noon\n\n\n\nQuest Outdoors is pleased to announce they are resuming fly tying classes the 3rd Saturday of each month. Please call if you have any questions.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/quest-outdoors-fly-tying-26/
LOCATION:Quest Outdoors\, 4600 Shelbyville Road\, Louisville\, KY\, 40207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fly Tying
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