Events
by Mike Maes From the December 2014 Newsletter Thanks to all who came out to join NM Trout at our Fall 2014 Fly Tying Symposium and Gear Swap. Both Project Healing Waters and NM Trout wish to thank all donors and all of you who bought items from the gear swap. I haven't heard what the final tally was, but I know both PHW and NMT Youth Programs' added to the coffers and will turn those funds around for the respective programs.
I personally want to thank our fly tyers, Bill Frangos, Tad Tucker, Bob Pelzl, Doc Minter, Deb Duran and the mother-daughter ... Read More
I personally want to thank our fly tyers, Bill Frangos, Tad Tucker, Bob Pelzl, Doc Minter, Deb Duran and the mother-daughter ... Read More
December 14, 2014
The intrepid tiers of the Fly Tying Round Table, which have met every week since before recorded history, have begun to offer tying classes on the third Tuesday of every month, from 7-9pm. Each class will feature a specific fly to demonstrate some particular technique. An experienced tier will demonstrate the fly to the class while students follow the steps. Students can bring their own equipment or it will be provided. The lesson will include advice on how to fish the particular fly and the times and places in New Mexico where it would be a good choice. The first offering in October was a ... Read More
November 19, 2014
New Mexico Trout is proud to bring the Fly Fishing Film Tour to Albuquerque. Watch a variety of films, swap stories, and support conservation all at the same time.There will be refreshments and a raffle. The showing will be Friday, October 17 at 7pm at the South Broadway Cultural Center. Come early and join us for no-host happy hour, starting at 6:00. This is an exciting event for New Mexico to be hosting and we look forward to holding the event yearly. The Cultural Center is a great venue for viewing as it offers true theater style seating, a modern silver screen, and ... Read More
August 21, 2014
New Mexico Trout is sponsoring a a Fly Tyers' Symposium and Gear Swap! The event will be held Saturday, November 15th at the NM Veteran's Memorial (1100 Louisiana Blvd SE) from 10 AM until 4 PM. We will have ten tyers demonstrating various styles of flies suited to tempt fall-spawning trout as well as the tyers' signature patterns. Bring your cameras and philosophical questions (as long as they deal with fly fishing)! We're going to try something new by holding a gear swap as part of the tyers' symposium. Do you have gently used, under-appreciated gear that can go to ... Read More
August 21, 2014
Late September or early November - annual BBQ at Sandia Lakes. We'll contact you with more details. October - General Meetings resume (second Tuesday of each month). October 17 - Fly Fishing Film Tour at South Broadway Cultural Center. November 15 - Fly Tyer's Symposium and Gear Swap at the Veterans Memorial. February 7, 2015 - Conclave at Albuquerque Garden Club Center on Lomas Blvd ... Read More
August 21, 2014
Van Beacham, owner of the Solitary Angler, and his staff of certified instructors, are conducting free "quick start" fly-fishing classes every Saturday from 10:30-11:30 am. Sipapu is located just 20 miles southeast of Taos on Highway 518. The Río Pueblo flowing through the heart of the resort contains "some of the best small pocket water fishing in the state." The resort also offers a private, stocked fishing pond for all visitors to enjoy for free. The state Department of Game and Fish typically stock the pond every other week. "Over the years I have have developed a unique technique that makes learning ... Read More
July 21, 2014
By Francis Peter, Youth Director Volunteers from New Mexico Trout conduct fly fishing clinics for youths (ages 8-16) and adults, allowing up to 20 participants the opportunity to fish the rivers on the Preserve. Participants spend a half day learning about equipment, tackle, knots, stream insect sampling and identification. Participants will have time to practice their casting in the morning and then head for the stream in the afternoon. Bring a lunch to enjoy along the stream and be prepared for weather. This activity is extremely popular, so sign up early. The Clinic schedule for 2014 is as follows: June ... Read More
June 10, 2014
Francis Peter, Youth Director From the April 2014 newsletter Volunteers from New Mexico Trout conduct fly fishing clinics for youths (ages 8-16) and adults, allowing up to 20 participants the opportunity to fish the rivers on the Preserve. Participants spend a half day learning about equipment, tackle, knots, stream insect sampling and identification. Participants will have time to practice their casting in the morning and then head for the stream in the afternoon. Bring a lunch to enjoy along the stream and be prepared for weather. This activity is extremely popular, so sign up early. The Clinic schedule for 2014 ... Read More
April 23, 2014