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The Split Tail MonthlyThe Official Newsletter ofThe Main Line Fly TyersPhiladelphia's Oldest Fly Tying ClubEstablished 1971
March, 2019
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Greater PlymouthCommunity Center2910 Jolly Rd, Plymouth Meeting, PA
About The Main Line Fly Tyers
The objective of The Main Line Fly Tyers is to promote the art of Fly Tying andthe sport of Fly Fishing. Our club is composed of enthusiastic Fly Fishers andFly Tyers who are interested in furthering and sharing their knowledge of thesport. We welcome. men, women and youth between the ages of twelve andeighteen. We are a non-profit organization.
Our club meets on the third Thursday of the month from September to June atthe Greater Plymouth Community Center. The meetings start at 7:00 PM withfly tying demonstrations, camaraderie, and refreshments. There is always ashort business meeting and a presentation by a leader, author, or experts in thefields of fly tying or fly fishing. Throughout the year, our speakers cover a widevariety of fly fishing subjects including: trout, salmon, bass, saltwater and flytying.
This Month in the Split TailPlan for Learn to fish dayClub nominations and electionsMonster sale on MLFT HoodiesCamping near the BrodheadGiant Hopper
Club Elections and Nominations
Our club has elections for officers every two years. This Spring will beour 2019 election. There several major changes this year. Dave Gutsch and JimCostello are both stepping down. Dave has done an outstanding job aspresident the last two years running the Club and getting speakers. JimCostello has been our treasurer for many years. He keeps track of
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membership, dues, raffle money, auction money etc. Being treasurer is a hardand tedious job. He has also kept our books balanced! Jim deservestremendous credit for all the work he has done. In addition, he always hasserved with humor and good mood. We owe both Dave and Jim a great deal ofthanks.
At the March meeting we will be asking for nominees from themembership. So far, we have the following nominees.
President Todd LustineVice presidentSecretary Don BowersTreasurer Charles Hammes
The Editor's CornerBrodhead campground Cranberry Run Campground
With the regular season opener less than a month away many of us are thinkingabout trips to the Brodhead. I love the stream but it is a bit far to drive for a one daytrip. George Cooper shared with me another option, Cranberry Run Campground. This is a private campground just off the road where 191 and 402 intersect. Youcan easily stay the night(s) there and fish Brodhead both early and late. It is prettycold in April, but might be perfect in late May and June
Here is the web address www.poconocamping.com
This Months Speaker : DomenickSwentosky: Troutbitten.com blogDomenick Swentosky
A father of two young boys, a husband, author, fly fishing guide and a musician,
Domenick Swentosky fishes for wild brown trout in the cool limestone waters ofCentral Pennsylvania year round. In 2014 Domenick founded the Troutbitten websiteas a creative framework for documenting the things that he’d like to show his sonssomeday: a diary of events, and of things learned on the water. Troutbitten hasgrown into a fly fishing blog full of 300+ stories and technical articles as well asphotography focusing on wild trout and wild places. With a philosophical slant to thestories and an advanced, tactical angle to the techniques section, Troutbitten is apopular destination for fly anglers on the web. And Troutbitten has grown intoa four season Pennsylvania fly fishing guide service. Domenick alsogives presentations on much of this material for clubs and schools.
I follow Domenick's blog and can highly recommend it to club members. Some blogsare tactics, others are fishing philosophy, but all are worth reading. Don Bowers
Domenick Swentosky and friend
Learn to Fish Day April 6th, 2019Mark
Dave teaching nymph techniques on Learn-to-fish day. Resica Boy Scout reservation.
"Learn to fish day" is a great experience for both beginning anglers andexperienced fisherman. Instruction starts and 9 am and continues into midafternoon. The club provides lunch to all members and guests who turn out. Topics covered include; knots, wading, casting, reading a stream, fishing with dries,
wets, streamers and nymphs. More experienced club members are there to help newfisherman with fly casting. After the classes, all are welcome to fish the Big Bushkill. It is a fun stream that is well stocked but can be difficult to wade. Wading staffrecommended. Be there, or be square!
Bring your rods, waders, and fishing license.
Fly Tying ClassesBeginner to Expert - We have the fly tying class for you!Fall / Winter 2018 - 2019
Super-Sized Hopper tied for Giant Patagonia BrownTrout!Book your trip now!
Greater Plymouth Community Center Classes
Beginner and Advanced Classes Both beginner and advanced fly tying classes were well attended and very successfulthis winter. We learned new patterns and some new tying techniques. In addition, gotto share the tying experience together and enjoy each others company.
To sign up online Greater Plymouth Community Center or contact:Joanna Sharapan (Program Manager)Office: 610-313-8681 Email: [email protected]
Classes held at:The Greater Plymouth Community Center2910 Jolly Road, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
Indian Crest Middle School ClassesISIX WEEKS CLASS
To sign up contact:Lisa S Burger (Community Education Secretary)Office: 215-721-1551; Email: [email protected];
Classes held at:Indian Crest Middle School139 Harleysville Pike, Soudeton PA 18964
Last Month's Featured Tyers
Each month we feature flys tied at last months meeting. These areexamples form last year.
Main Line Fly Tyers Gear SALE!Special Sale Announcement!!
All Main Line Fly Tyers gear except for hats will be on aHalf price sale at the March meeting. This will includehooded sweatshirts and t-shirts. Take advantage ofthese special deals just before the start of Trout Season.
Help support our club and show your club pride with our great new gear. Wehave short and long sleeve T-shirts, Hooded Sweat Shirts, MLFT Ball Caps,Fleece Stocking Caps, and more!!
Meeting ScheduleOur monthly meetings is held on the third Thursday of each month at theGreater Plymouth Community Center. Meeting run from September throughJune and from 7:00 to 9:30 PM
Photos of the MonthFly Fishing and Fly Tying photos contributed by our members
Slate Run Swimming hole. May 2018 Last years intermediate fly class collection.
Directions to Our ActivitiesFire up your GPS with the following links to your favorite activity.
Directions to Club Meeting Site:Greater Plymouth Community Center2910 Jolly Rd, Plymouth Meeting PA 19462610-277-4312
From Pennsylvania Turnpike (I-276)
Take Exit 333 (Norristown - old exit 25). At the end of the ramp, turn left ontoPlymouth Road. At the light, turn right onto Germantown Pike West. Continueapproximately one (1) mile, through four (4) traffic lights (not counting the lefthand turn light at Sandy Hill Road). At the fifth light, turn right onto JollyRoad. The Community Center is on the right at 2910 Jolly Road.
From Blue Route (I-476)
Take exit for Germantown Pike West (Exit 20). Continue on Germantown Pikewest for approximately one (1) mile, through five (5) traffic lights (not countingthe left hand turn light at Sandy Hill Road). At the fifth light, turn right onto
MLFT Club Meetings
Cheltenham Township Adult School - Beginner Fly Tying
Indian Crest Middle School - Advanced / Intermediate Fly Tying
Greater Plymouth Community Center - Advanced / Intermediate Fly Tying
Resica Falls - Learn to Fly Fish Day
Jolly Road. The Community Center is on the right at 2910 Jolly Road.
From Route 202
Follow Route 202 to Germantown Pike. Travel EAST on Germantown Pike,through five (5) traffic lights. At the next traffic light, approximately half a mile,turn left onto Jolly Road. The Com- munity Center is on the right at 2910 JollyRoad.
Officers and Board MembersCurrent officers and board members are listed below
Club Officers
President: Dave Gutsch -- [email protected] President: Todd Lustine -- [email protected]: Don Bowers -- [email protected]
Newsletter: Don Bowers -- [email protected]
Treasurer: Jim Costello -- [email protected]
Board Members
Steve Nack, Dave Shillington, Sam Vigorita, Jim Costello, Ed Emery,Mike Ebner, Pete Fazio
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