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SUMMARY:Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:** Please Note Location and Date Change** \nYou 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 head to a local restaurant for a bite to eat\, a drink and some socialization.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/board-of-directors-meeting-10/
LOCATION:Roosters\, Springhurst\, 3601 Springhurst BLVD\, Louisville\, KY\, 40241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club Meetings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251108
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SUMMARY:North Carolina Fall Trip 2025
DESCRIPTION:Location: Dillsboro\, NC \nDates:  November 5th – 7th\, 2025 (Wed thru Fri) \nCoordinators:\nMichael Broome  mbroome@derbycityflyfishing.com\, 502-649-8967 \nSteve Kuric stevek@derbycityflyfishers.com 812-457-2368 \nSean Chandler sean@derbycityflyfishers.com 502-299-5187 \n  \nLevel 2 Trip – You Should be able to manage your leader and tippet and tie-on flies.  You should also be able to cast at least 30 feet. This is a wading trip and some of the wading can be moderately challenging. A wading staff is highly recommended\, and many past participants use studded wading boots. \nNumber of spots: 12 \nEquipment: 3-6 wt rods\, floating lines\, #8-14 nymphs\, #10-12 bead head crackle backs\, midges\, egg patterns\, mop flies\, Chicago Flies (white\, black\, and olive)\, woolly buggers and misc. other streamers. Don’t forget your waders\, net\, wading staff & boots. \nA NC fishing license is required.  As of Sept 2019\, a Trout Stamp is no longer required. Click here to purchase. \nWe have also acquired a map of local access points. Click here to view. \nOuting Details: We’ll be staying at the Best Western in Dillsboro\, NC with access to fishing in several of the delayed harvest (i.e.\, catch and release) streams in the western NC area. The Tuckasegee River\, West Fork of the Pigeon River\, the Upper Nantahala River\, are all less than 1-hour drive of Dillsboro. Additional rivers include the Cherokee with trophy section\, Shelton-Laurel river and snowbird Creek. These rivers provide some of the best fishing in the area. See stocking schedule  https://www.ncwildlife.gov/media/3656/open. \nLodging: You will be responsible for making your own lodging arrangements. We have negotiated a block of rooms at the Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites\, NC\, Address: 248 WBI Dr.\, Dillsboro\, NC 28725. 828-586-6060.  Total of 6 rooms double occupancy are available for $96.74 per night\, per room. Deadline is October 10.2025. When booking your room at the Best Western https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/hotels-in-dillsboro/best-western-plus-river-escape-inn-suites/propertyCode.34143.html( double occupancy\, 2-queen beds) be sure to tell them you are with the DCFF club for the special room rate (to be negotiated) for Wednesday through Friday nights. (The group discount ends October 10.2025.) \nUPDATE: The North Carolina WRC announced they will be stocking the Tuckasegee rive\, in Jackson County\, literally from the parking lot of our motel. (this could make things much more interesting! \nhttps://www.ncwildlife.gov/media/3656/open. \nMeals: You will be responsible for all meals. A hot breakfast is included in the hotel cost with your stay. We are planning on a carry out dinner at the hotel for the first night from a local restaurant (Haywood Smokehouse) and possibly the second night TBD for those that are interested. \nEstimated Cost: The two-night trip will cost approximately $125-150 per person for lodging (based on shared room)\, license\, gas\, and food; there is no deposit required as each participant is responsible for their own costs.  You will also be asked during sign up if you are willing to share a room and if you want to carpool. I will try to coordinate carpooling and shared lodging. \nClick here to sign up.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/north-carolina-fall-trip-2025/
LOCATION:Best Western-Dillsboro\, 248 WBI Dr\, 28725\, Dillsboro\, 28725\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fishing Trip
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251105
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SUMMARY:Greene-Sullivan State Forest & Shakamak State Park\, IN (Fall Trip)
DESCRIPTION:Dates: November 5 -9\, 2025 \nCoordinator:  \n\nWes Krupiczewicz (wes@derbycityflyfishers.com; 502-938-2662)\n\nThe Plan:  This will be the club’s fourth trip to the area around Linton\, Indiana\, about 2.5 hours West of Louisville.  You can find the 2023 Trip Report on the Website. \nWe will be fishing for bluegill and bass in three Indiana State Land areas. \n\nThe area includes Greene-Sullivan State Forest (https://www.in.gov/dnr/forestry/properties/greene-sullivan-state-forest/)\nShakamak State Park (https://www.in.gov/dnr/state-parks/parks-lakes/shakamak-state-park/)\nHillenbrand Fish and Wildlife Area ( https://www.in.gov/dnr/fish-and-wildlife/properties/hillenbrand-fwa/ \nThere are a large number of small lakes and impoundments with a variety of small boat (skiff\, canoe\, kayak\, float tube\, etc.) and bank fishing opportunities.  Shakamak State Park also rents boats with trolling motors.\n\nWe have rented two cottages in the Persimmon Lake Loop and can room a total of 16 campers.  The plan is to split meal preparation between the two cabin groups since meal preparation for more than 8 people is difficult.  We may be able to combine some meals\, but we’ve got to work that out. \nDescription of Waters:  This area in Western Indiana is a former coal strip pit area.  There are about 120 small lakes in Greene-Sullivan ranging in size from 3 acres to 120 acres.  The Forest itself has many small lakes with over 50 launch ramps; the Dugger Unit has 13 launch ramps with somewhat larger lakes.  Shakamak has 400 acres of man-made lakes with boat ramps\, canoe launches\, fishing piers\, fish cleaning stations and boat rental.   Hillenbrand has another 25 small lakes.  Greene-Sullivan is about 10 miles and 20 minutes southwest of Shakamak.  Hillenbrand is about 13 miles southeast of Shakamak. \nAccessibility:  With all the launch points\, this is an ideal area for small boats including kayaks and canoes.  Almost all the boat ramps are improved so that the small skiffs like we use on the Cumberland River work; gas motors cannot be used but trolling motor are acceptable. You will need a PFD on your watercraft. \nLevel:  This is a Level 2 trip.  There will not be dedicated fishers to teach beginners fly fishing basics.  There may be teachable opportunities\, but there are no guarantees. \nMeals: \n\nFor now\, plan to bring your own lunch\, snacks\, and beverages of choice.\nI will bring the DCFF coffee pot and coffee for the group. We could use another large coffee pot.\nWe plan to have group breakfasts and suppers. Please indicate your willingness to cook on the sign up. Plan a meal for 8.  If you need ideas on meals\, contact Wes.  Cooks should save receipts since these costs are reimbursable.  Wes has a large 2 burner propane stove that he will bring.\nI’m hoping we catch enough panfish to have fish fries. So bring your filet knives to clean fish and fish baskets/wells to keep fish.\nThere are grocery stores close by\, so we can shop locally and do not have to pack everything in.\nYou need to bring your cooking and meal prep utensils – if you think you’ll need it\, bring it!. We will have paper plates and plastic ware.\n\nLodging:  The Club has rented Persimmon Lake bunk house cottage #12 in the Shakamak Group camping area. Directions will be provided in the trip updates just prior to the trip.  Each bunk house has 11 double bunk beds.  Each camper will get a lower berth to sleep and the upper bunk for storage.  The cottages have a kitchen with a full refrigerator\, stove/oven and a sink; we will keep the bunk bed next to the kitchen empty for storage.  There are 2 shower stalls\, 2 toilets and 2 vanities. There are two picnic tables and a fire pit outside. \n\nWe must bring our own linens\, towels\, cookware\, camp chairs\, and eating utensils.\nThe bunks have a pretty good foam mattress and most previous participants did not see a need for air mattresses. Pillows\, sheets\, blankets and/or sleeping bags are highly recommended.\nIf you want to be in the same bunkhouse as someone else\, please so state in the questions field on the sign up.\nIf you want to participate but NOT stay in the cottages\, camping spots and cabins are available; you need to make your own arrangements.\nFirewood is available for sale in the Park. We’ll buy firewood for the group fires. No outside firewood is allowed.\nWe can set up popup shelters/canopies.\n\nParking is limited.  We may want to try to figure out how to carpool for this trip.  Other cars may have to park in a group lot which is close to the cottages. \nThe plan limits this trip to 8 participants.  Registration cost for the trip is $140 (payable at sign up) for the four nights and will include the group breakfasts\, suppers and firewood.  There may be a cash up-charge if we burn a lot of wood.  Any registration fee refund is at the discretion of the DCFF Board. \nFishing License and Permits: (All these costs are in addition to the trip registration fee.) \n\nYou need an Indiana Fishing License; these can be purchased on line at Indiana Fishing License.\nFor boat operators\, you also need a Lake Permit ($5/year non-motorized\, $25/year motorized). You can get them at any State Park Office including the one at Greene/Sullivan. These permits are good at all Indiana State parks.\nPark entrance fees are $7 resident and $9 out of state; you will get a parking pass after paying the 1st day entry fee.\n\nEquipment:  3 to 8 weight fly rods\, but if you want to spin or bait fish that is acceptable.  Both topwater and typical nymph flies should work.  Bluegill love mop flies and trout magnets! \nSign Up:  If you have any questions\, contact Wes at wes@derbycityflyfishers.com or 502-938-2662.  You must be a current DCFF member to sign up for this trip. \nClick here to sign up.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/greene-sullivan-state-forest-shakamak-state-park-in-fall-trip/
LOCATION:Green-Sullivan State Park\, 2551 IN-159\, Dugger\, IN\, 47848
CATEGORIES:Fishing Trip
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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-30/
LOCATION:Roosters on Shelbyville Rd.\, 10430 Shelbyville Rd\, Louisville\, KY\, 40223
CATEGORIES:Fly Tying
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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-34/
LOCATION:Roosters on Shelbyville Rd.\, 10430 Shelbyville Rd\, Louisville\, KY\, 40223
CATEGORIES:Club Meetings
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SUMMARY:Bluegrass Trout Unlimited 2025 Banquet
DESCRIPTION:We are so excited to invite everyone to this year’s fundraising banquet for Bluegrass Trout Unlimited!!!\n\nFor the first time\, we will be hosting at the amazing Burl Brew from 6:30-9:30pm!\n\nEach year this event allows us all – BGTU members and non-members\, anglers\, conservation enthusiasts\, local partners\, families\, and individuals – to come together and celebrate our biggest wins of the year! You’ll hear from BGTU leaders about exactly what we’ve been up to in 2025\, have a catered meal\, listen to live music from Khegan McLane\, and most importantly\, you’ll have a chance to win awesome prizes – many of which are donated from small local businesses!\n\nOur president (Hope Smith) will tell you all about our community engagement efforts through our largest projects including our Fly Fishing Film Festival\, Fly Casting 101 Clinic\, trout stockings all over Kentucky\, trash clean-ups and invasive species removals in Hickman Creek Watershed and more! She will also share our upcoming plans and goals\, and how *everyone* can be involved in big or small ways in 2026! Lastly\, you will get a chance to hear about new and exciting programs that will be launched at our outdoor classroom at Veteran’s Park from our Embrace a Stream Coordinator (Ryan Morris) and Women’s Initiative Coordinator (Carrie Johnson).\n\nWin door prizes\, sweepstakes prizes\, and auction items ranging from trout earrings and paintings\, to rods and reels and a guided fishing trip! All money raised goes to continuing our projects and outreach all across Kentucky!\n\nWe hope to see you there and look forward to sharing our love and stewardship of clean water with you!\n\nDate: November 13\, 2025\nTime: 6:30-9:30 PM\nLocation: Burl Brew\nAddress: 371 Thompson Rd\, Lexington\, KY 40508\nMenu: TBD\nLive Music: Khegan McLane\nDrinks: Cash bar (Burl Brew serves a variety of beer and cocktails)\nTickets: $50 (entry+meal+door prize entry)\, $25 (entry+door prize entry)\, Children may attend for free!\nWho: EVERYONE IS WELCOME!!! You do not have to be a member to attend! Come with a love for community and conservation!!\n\nTicket Link:\nhttps://tu.myeventscenter.com/event/Bluegrass-Trout-Unlimited-Fundraising-Banquet-116748?redir=1
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/bluegrass-trout-unlimited-2025-banquet/
LOCATION:Burl Brew\, 371 Thompson Rd\, Lexington\, KY\, 40508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social Events
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SUMMARY:OTTER CREEK FREE BEGINNERS FLY FISHING CLASS
DESCRIPTION:A free beginners fly fishing class will be offered by Derby City Fly Fishing Club at Otter Creek Park\, from 9am to 1pm on Saturday November 15. Hot dogs with the trimmings will be offered. Club fly rods and a limited quantity of waders will be\navailable or bring your own gear. \nExperienced fly fishers from the Club will be present to discuss and demonstrated the sport. A Kentucky Fishing License are required\, as well as a day pass for Otter Creek Park. Click here to purchase. \nMENTORS AND MENTEES: This will be an ideal time for you to get on the water as Otter Creek has been stocked with trout by the Kentucky State Department of Fish and Wildlife. \nTo sign up as a student or a volunteer\, please click here.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/otter-creek-free-beginners-fly-fishing-class/
LOCATION:Otter Creek Outdoor Recreation Area\, Otter Creek Outdoor Recreation Area\, KY\, 40108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251115T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T021750
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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\, beginning in Please call if you have any questions.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/quest-outdoors-fly-tying-19/
LOCATION:Quest Outdoors\, 4600 Shelbyville Road\, Louisville\, KY\, 40207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fly Tying
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251119T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20251119T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T021750
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SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meetings are open to everyone\, you do not have to be a member to attend.  The November meeting will host our annual election of Club Officers\, as well as a discussion / demonstration of safety and first aid techniques. This will be our last formal meeting of he year. Please plan to attend.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/monthly-meeting-19/
LOCATION:Bass Pro – Clarksville\, IN\, 951 E. Lewis & Clark Parkway\, Clarksville\, IN\, 47129\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club Meetings
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