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Rivers Conservation and Fly Fishing Youth Camp to Accept Early Applications

Post author:Tyler Frantz
Post published:October 31, 2019
Post category:Conservation Education Events Youth

Do you know a young angler interested in fly fishing and waterways conservation? If so, the Cumberland Valley Chapter of Trout Unlimited will soon be accepting early applications for its 26th annual Rivers Conservation and Fly Fishing Youth Camp, to be held June 21-26, 2020 at Messiah College in Grantham,…

2019 Women’s Introduction to Fly Fishing Event Recap

Post author:Bob Pennell
Post published:June 9, 2019
Post category:Education Events

Fortunately, unlike last year, we were treated to a gorgeous day for the 21 women who showed up to learn about the basics of fly fishing. Four stations were set up, with Amy Coen of TCO Fly Shops introducing the group to fly fishing clothing, Cyndi Camp demonstrating gear and…

TU River Camp Accepting Applications for 2019

Post author:Bob Pennell
Post published:January 4, 2019
Post category:Education Events

The Cumberland Valley Chapter of Trout Unlimited will be holding the 25th annual Rivers Conservation and Fly Fishing Youth Camp from June 16-21, 2019. The camp will again be held at Messiah College in Grantham, PA. Admission will be limited to 32 selected qualified students, ages 14 to 17. The…

2018 Women’s Fly Fishing Day: Nailed It … Despite the Rain!

Post author:Bob Pennell
Post published:June 10, 2018
Post category:Education Events

A gloomy, rainy day greeted the 14 women who showed up at Ed & Nichole O’Gorman’s property for an introduction to the basics of fly fishing, hosted by our chapter. Membership Chair Chuck Swanderski, who organized this event, led off with introductions, followed by breakout sessions to learn the various…