[VFB] Re: Old fart swap

Rene, I think you're missing Allan Fish's Griffifs Gnat. By elimination, I think the ? isTim Caillouet's Lazer Head But Jimmy D is the final authority. Gary On Thu, Mar 12, 2009 at 2:18 PM, Rene Zillmann wrote: > > Keith et al, > > Here you are, have fun. > http://rzillmann.homepage.t-online

[VFB] Re: Hopper Swap

Thanks to you Peggy for hosting. I agree with your comment. Mighty fine indeed. On Sat, Oct 31, 2009 at 8:33 AM, Peggy Brenner wrote: > Thank you to all who took part, a mighty fine set of flies is in the mail > to each. I have just gotten a ring flash and will experiment with some > photos a

[VFB] Re: DVD Arriving Starting Monday

If I'm not on the list put me down for one. I thought I had signed up for one long ago. Gary L Webb On Thu, Nov 12, 2009 at 8:39 PM, Don Ordes wrote: > OK. At long last. Sorry for the delay, guys. > > Just got word from the copy production dept. > The 1st set of *15* DVDs will be here on *Mond

[VFB] Re: Thanks Don O

#39 has arrived. Thanks Don O. Gary On Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 10:51 AM, Desert Eagle wrote: > > My DVD arrived today. Thanks my friend for your work. After I sort about > 800 > lbs. of stuff for Christmas For OUR Troops I will get a chance to look at > it. > Jimi > USCG ITWPATWT 100% Vet > I don'

[VFB] Jack Gartside dies

*Jack’s fly tying skills were legendary and his impressionistic patterns fooled fish of all species. Gurgler, Soft Hackle Streamer, BMG, Gartside Hopper, Firefly are just a few of the many unique patterns he developed - so oft

[VFB] trip report

rusty casting. LOL Gary Webb -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this

Re: [VFB] Rope-dub swap +

e way into the 70's here yesterday, so I guess I can't > totally complain. > > *Still waiting for flies from:* > > J. Balmer > Martin Westbeek > Reuven Segal > Chuck Alexander > Peggy Brenner > Joe Fusco, Jr. (dropped-in hospital) > Jack Lehman &

Re: [VFB] Rope Dub Swap

I concur with Neville. I have a couple of flies with no toe tags. Didn't see one Don O's name, but the jelly rope one is pretty obvious. Gary Webb On Tue, Sep 7, 2010 at 2:11 PM, Neville Gosling wrote: > Crossed the border & retrieved my Rope-Dub swap flies today from

Re: [VFB] Pinfish story & photo- Flies of the Week

Great story Don O. Gary Webb On Fri, Sep 17, 2010 at 7:24 PM, Don Ordes wrote: > Queztion: Why doesn't a *pin*fish look like a *needle* fish? > Aren't they *hic...* pretty much the same? > > Who named them? What's the point? *hic...* > Should we start

Re: [VFB] Finding hooks and backing for Fly boxes

Jim, Great to hear you and your daughter are enjoying tying flies together. Thanks for sharing with us. I'm thinking about getting a couple of my granddaughters started this winter. Gary Webb On Fri, Sep 17, 2010 at 10:33 PM, Jim Forshey wrote: > Hi > > I would like t

Re: [VFB] Ant swap flies arrived

Got mine yesterday. I didn't get to really look at them until today. All of them look to be great fish getters to me. Add my thanks to Jerry and all the particip*ants*. Gary L Webb On Fri, Oct 1, 2010 at 4:48 PM, Chuck Alexander wrote: > Flies from the Ant swap arrived yesterday in Bama. All

Re: [VFB] QFTD- from the web site Gary posted...1 point each time from the article:

> > > > There is no doubt some flies are more effective with eyes than without. > Eyes can add both physical and visual balance to a fly. The eyes may add > just that certain bit of spark, brightness or contrast that makes the > pattern irresistible. In certain patterns, eyes impart action and eve

Re: [VFB] swap

Put me in. Gary Webb TBA On Wed, Feb 23, 2011 at 6:56 PM, J Mck wrote: > I'd like to host this swap for 12 swappers, fly size is size 6 to 10, > your > choice of material, you tie a bakers dozen (13 flies) and I use one for the > Arkansas Children's > Hospital auct

Re: [VFB] IOFF Juice Bug/ Nymph Swap, Sign up

Jimi, If there's an open slot, put me in. Then I'll have an excuse to go to Hobby Lobby for Jelly Rope. Thanks. Gary Webb On 08/23/2011 05:40 AM, Jimi AKA Desert Eagle wrote: > > This is what I have so far, > > Jimi > > > > How about a juice-bug nymph

Re: [VFB] Hopper swap info

Chuck, put this in the search box: *summertime hopper fly swap * ** * * On Fri, Jun 15, 2012 at 8:44 PM, Chuck Alexander < chuckalexan...@centurylink.net> wrote: > ** > Folks: I had a computer problem and lost a BUNCH of my emails. I'm in the > hopper swap, and have them all ready to mail, bu

[VFB] Re: 2012 Summertime Hopper Swap

Swaps are tops! Thanks for hosting. Gary Webb -- Forwarded message -- From: J Mck Thanks to all that participated, the flies will leave the coop today. Jerry McKaughan P.O. Box 85 Pottsville, AR 72858 www.caddisflyfishers.org -- You received this message because you are

Re: [VFB] I've got hoppers!

I found the package when I got home after work. I wanted to open it right away but two of our grandchildren were still napping and my wife made me wait unitl they could watch. I can honestly and enthusiasticly say: It was worth the wait! Great bunch of hopper flies. The fish better watch out.

Re: [VFB] JM update

> affected me. > > 1. Jimmy Moore received > 2. Rene Zillman received > 3. Rick Zieger done > 4. Mike Bliss received > 5. Don Ordes- received > 6. Alan Di Somma received > 7. Tony Spezio received > 8. Scott Bearden > 9. John Sanders received > 10. Allan Fish receiv

Re: [VFB] Warm-water flies

Some are an inch or more in length. When I was a kid we called them "Inch" or"Measuring" worms. They look like they are measuring as they hump up and then stretch out and do it again. Or you could say: They are inching along. Gary L Webb On Tue, May 14, 2013 at 7:12 PM, Wayne Blake-Hedges wrot

Re: [VFB] JM Swap

Ditto, ditto for mine too. Gary L Webb On Thu, May 16, 2013 at 5:50 AM, rene.zillmann wrote: > Dito. R. > > > Sent from Samsung Mobile > > > > Original message > From: Joyce M Westphal > Date: > To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com > Subject: Re: [VFB] JM Swap > > > Send my extras t

Re: [VFB] Chuck's wife/ Our daughter

Chuck, I'm sorry to hear that your wife is back in the hospital. I can truly emphathize with you, because our youngest daughter Amanda is back in the hospital for the third time because of continuing pain after having her gall bladder removed early last week. Her surgeon told her this morning that

Re: [VFB] The last few days fishing, very long

Good to hear you are improving and you got out Tony. After my daughter's pancreas calms down I may get in my first fishing of the season. Gary On Tue, May 28, 2013 at 4:58 PM, Allan Fish wrote: > On 5/28/13 4:59 PM, Anthony Spezio wrote: > >> It made up for the frustration on the river. >>

Re: [VFB] JimmyD swap

I'm very glad to have been in this swap. Wonderful flies from wonderful friends. Gary On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 8:09 PM, Joyce M Westphal wrote: > My beautiful flies are here..they will be used as patterns, not fished. > Thanks for this great swap and for all who tied such fantastic flies. Joyce

Re: [VFB] Amanda in the Paper

Jimi, Our congratulations to Amanda, and you and Theresa. It seems just a short time ago you were telling us how your young daughter was interested in medicine and fly fishing and fly tying. I say if the the buttons pop, let em fly! You and her mom obviously did your part well. Gary On Mon

[VFB] Fly tying vision enhancement device (glasses)

These look like they might be useful for some of us. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Multi-Strength-LED-Reading-Glasses-Eyeglass-Spectacle-Diopter-Magnifier-Light-Up-/171044979589?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item27d3134385 -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail"

Re: [VFB] New invention

p which is not what a knot usually does. Gary Webb On Mon, Jun 24, 2013 at 2:40 PM, Don Ordes wrote: > Was chatting to Nick and posed a question. He hadn’t seen one, so I > think I’ll invent one and become famous. First thing is I need to figure > out is what it is. > > There

Re: [VFB] Update on my Shoulder for those interested

Excellent! I guess you don't need this exercise routine. EXERCISE FOR PEOPLE OVER 60 1. Begin by standing on a comfortable surface, where you have plenty of room at each side. 2. With a 5-lb potato bag in each hand, extend your arms straight out from your sides and hold them there as long as

[VFB] Grandson "Fly Fishing"

Over the 4th Susan and I were visiting our grandson Ryan. He will be three in September. As soon as we got to our daughter's house he started talking about "going fishing with Grandpa". I don't know why me since Grandma is the one who gave him his Sponge Bob rod and reel. Maybe it's in the ge

Re: [VFB] Peggy Brenner

Great to hear your surgery went well. And your sense of humor is still intact. Gary L Webb On Mon, Jul 29, 2013 at 6:22 PM, Anthony Spezio wrote: > Glad it all went well. On the other part, You Got To Be Kidding. > Tony > >*From:* Peggy Brenner > *To:* Virtual Fly Box > *Sent:* Monday,

Re: [VFB] Rope-dub #2

Don you can correct me if I'm wrong. My memory isn't what it ... Anyway, I thought when I purchased Rope Dubbing #1, I would automatically be on the list for possibly buying # 2. Doesn't matter, if I'm not already there, put me on the list as a definite yes. Gary L Webb On Fri, A

Re: [VFB] Rope-dub #2

n get you for ser. #. > > Don > > *From:* Gary Webb > *Sent:* Monday, August 26, 2013 9:39 AM > *To:* vfb-mail > *Subject:* Re: [VFB] Rope-dub #2 > > Don you can correct me if I'm wrong. My memory isn't what it > ... Anyway, I thought when I pur

Re: [VFB] Pink Jig

Chuck how about a PPP tied on a jig hook? You could have a lot of fun doing "research" comparing the two versions. Gary L Webb On Sun, Sep 1, 2013 at 7:02 AM, Anthony Spezio wrote: > These Pink Jigs have been the choice here on the White for several months. > Tying up some for a friend.

Re: [VFB] News

Congratulations Tony1 Thanks Rick for the heads up. Gary L Webb On Fri, Oct 4, 2013 at 8:48 AM, Rick Zieger wrote: > Tony Spezio received an award. > He was made a living in Legends of the Southern Council. > I feel well deserved. > Congratulations my freind. > > Rick > > -- > -- > You recei

Re: [VFB] JIMMY D Update

Me too. Looking forward to a fishing report down the road soon. Gary On Wed, Oct 9, 2013 at 11:51 AM, Chuck Alexander < chuckalexan...@centurylink.net> wrote: > Great news Jimmy. I'm glad for you, Chuck > > -Original Message- From: Jimmy D. Moore > Sent: Wednesday, October 09, 2013 10:

Re: [VFB] Another photo of newbie rope-dubber

That's always been my problem No focus. Not cute either. LOL On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 3:38 PM, Don Ordes wrote: > Is she cute or what? Such focus! DonO > > -- > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" > group. > > To post to this group, send email to vf

Re: [VFB] Black squirrel tail needed??

Chuck, A couple of years ago, I could have supplied you with some black squirrel tails. When we first moved into this house the squirrels in our backyard were evenly split between the black variant and the normal gray. But I haven't seen a black one for over a year. If one shows up I'll get my

Re: [VFB] Thoughts and prayers needed

Mine too. Gary On Sun, Dec 1, 2013 at 7:33 AM, Anthony Spezio wrote: > Chuck, > You have my thoughts and prayers. > Arkansas Tony > > > On Sunday, December 1, 2013 2:39 AM, Joyce M Westphal < > joyce...@gmail.com> wrote: > Prayers and healing thoughts for you. I am so sorry to hear of your

Re: [VFB] Blizzard -Rope Dub swap drop maybe

Don, Congratulations on the new job. I hate moving anytime, but our last one was started in late winter. Ugh! Many years ago I bought a video tape by Al Beatty "Tying Hairwing Flies". I got it because it listed the Humpy as one of the flies, And the man who got me hooked on fly fishing was/is a

Re: [VFB] Prayers needed...

Nick, Our condolences and prayers to you and your family. Gary L Webb On Mon, Dec 30, 2013 at 6:26 PM, Niclas (Gmail) wrote: > Thank you for your prayers guys. Maybe they did a difference. This morning > he was quite alert and didn't settle for his youghurt, but wanted to have > the second h

Re: [VFB] Foam Popper head punch set needed???

Chuck, Take a look at these. I met Steve several years ago at the Badger Fly Fishers Spring Opener. He is not sleazy. LOL I would have gone to this year's Opener which was yesterday, but I got to do things with our grandchildren. http://www.jvlnet.com/~swinters/ On Sun, Feb 9, 2014 at 8:34

Re: [VFB] RE: thread diameters

If we could just have a thread that is finer than a human hair and stronger than a steel cable I think the threads we now have available are excellent. Fingers (sense of touch) are a great way to measure. You can feel the difference in thickness between one and two pieces of cigarette paper.

Re: [VFB] RE:Doing a wee bit of tying

Chuck, Mouser, or Digikey will have those grabbers. Or check eBay "mini grabbers" in electronics http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trksid=p2050601.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.H0.Xelectronics%2C+mini+grabber&_nkw=electronics%2C+mini+grabber&_sacat=0&_from=R40 On Thu, Mar 6, 2014 at 8:46 PM, Chuck Alexande

Re: [VFB] happy birthday Jimmy Moore

Happy birthday Jimmy D. Hope you get to fish the Rayado many times this season. Gary L Webb On Sat, Mar 15, 2014 at 5:14 PM, Thomas R. Eckert wrote: > Happy BD > > > Thomas R. Eckert > Sonnhaldenstrasse 14 > CH 8032 Zürich 7 ZH > Switzerland > Tel.: +414426

Re: [VFB] I need step by step instructions to tie this fly

It wasn't me. For the eyes I like to use the plastic bead chain you can get from Hobby Lobby and other crafty places. The foam cylinder will provide more floatation. On Fri, Mar 21, 2014 at 11:40 PM, Chuck Alexander < chuckalexan...@centurylink.net> wrote: > Folks: I found this awesome loo

[VFB] Fwd: UV cements

There are different "mixes" available. Pick the one that fits your needs. -- Forwarded message -- From: Webb, Gary Date: Thu, Apr 3, 2014 at 1:50 PM Subject: UV cements To: "Gary Webb (glwranger...@gmail.com)" http://www.clearcuregoo.com/ Nice vide

Re: [VFB] Lost my beloved dog and fishing partner Peanut today after nearly 15 yrs.

Chuck, Susan and I share your loss. Within the last year and a half we had our two Springers Tess and Toby die of cancer. They both were nearly 14 when they died. Lots of pawprint memories. Gary On Sun, Apr 13, 2014 at 12:22 AM, Chuck Alexander < chuckalexan...@centurylink.net> wrote: > F

Re: [VFB] RE:Value of a good day fishing

Good news Wayne! Most of us can say: "Been there. Done that." And if you have one who is just smart enough to know that they are incompetent, they become paranoid that they will be found out. Not fun. Makes you really want to go fishing everyday! Not that I don't anyway, but you know what I mean.

Re: [VFB] Fwd: Fishing in the rain

Maybe with fiberglass rods, or bamboo. On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 10:01 AM, wrote: > > Good reason to stay indoors and dry. > Gary > > > > > Wanna go fishing in the rain?? > > http://imgur.com/gallery/F1S8M > > > -- > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" > g

Re: [VFB] Barred legs

Put me down as interested too. Gary L Webb On Thu, May 1, 2014 at 4:15 PM, 'Rick Zieger' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Found a place to get barred legs for $35/lb. > > these are the interested folks so far. any more? > Barred legs > > 1. Rick Zieger > 2. Tony Spezio > 3 Ke

Re: [VFB] Barred legs

Sign me up too. Gary L Webb On Sat, May 3, 2014 at 7:51 AM, 'Rick Zieger' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > This is who I have listed. Anyone else interested? > 1. Rick Zieger > 2. Tony Spezio > 3 Kevin Harris > 4 Alan Fish > 5. Wayne Blake Hedges > 6. Ohiofisherman6 > 7. Chuck

Re: [VFB] Barred legs swap

egroups.com>; > * Subject: * [VFB] Barred legs swap > * Sent: * Thu, May 15, 2014 9:05:58 PM > > Got the legs in. Cost will be $6.50. > Send to Rick Zieger > 28433 N State > Lamoni, Ia 50140 > > . Rick Zieger > 2. Tony Spezio > 3 Kev

Re: [VFB] Barred legs swap

Didn't feel even a twinge. On Thu, May 22, 2014 at 4:54 PM, Allan Fish wrote: > OUCH, Rick. Did they yell a lot? > > Duckin' and Runnin'. > al > > > On 5/22/14, 5:06 PM, 'Rick Zieger' via VFB Mail wrote: > > Tony Spezio, Gary Webb, a

Re: [VFB] barred legs update

Sorry. I received mine within two days of your sending. Gary Webb On Sat, May 31, 2014 at 9:01 AM, 'Rick Zieger' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > I have heard from 3 swappers that they have received the legs? > Please let me know ehn you ge them.

Re: [VFB] barred legs update

Except for your post I would have thrown mine away still in the bottom of the envelope. I was surprised at the amount of legs. I plan to give some away to sons-in-law and friends. Thanks Rick. Gary On Mon, Jun 2, 2014 at 4:29 PM, 'Rick Zieger' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote:

Re: [VFB] speckled legs

I got one, and I have managed not to lose it so far. Gary L Webb On Mon, Jun 9, 2014 at 10:04 AM, 'Rick Zieger' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Mike your legs will go out today. > > Did everyone get a fly in their package. Or did I tie to many? > > Rick > > -- > -- > You rec

Re: [VFB] Fwd: Re: Site name needed?? EP feathers

This fly tying fanatic is still lurking. Gary L Webb On Thu, Jul 31, 2014 at 11:25 AM, Don Ordes wrote: > I still need emperor penguin feathers > > Reuven > > DonO > > > > -Original Message- From: Allan Fish > Sent: Wednesday, July 30, 2014 7:15 AM > To: VFB > Subject: [VFB] Fw

Re: Fwd: [VFB] Are we too Old? SURVEY

Gary Webb 67 On Tue, Aug 5, 2014 at 6:41 PM, 'Anthony Spezio' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Jimmy, you are a youngster, I am pushing 85, not quite there yet but you > can call me 84. > Tony > > > On Tuesday, August 5, 2014 5:3

Re: [VFB] Gettin there

Put my name on the list. I needed a good reason to get back to my vise. Gary L Webb On Sat, Aug 16, 2014 at 5:18 PM, Allan Fish wrote: > 9/16" of the way. 7 openings left > > (Remember - you only have to tie 15 poppers.) > > 6:15 p.m. EDT, 8/16/14 > > Popper swap entries. > > > > 1. Al Fis

Re: [VFB] llama fur?

My wife's sister has a two or three llamas. I'll be at her farm this weekend installing hardwood flooring. Maybe I can get some wool for you for my efforts. Gary Webb On Thu, Sep 11, 2014 at 9:32 AM, 'Rick Zieger' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: >

Re: [VFB] Re: Popper Swap - Anybody in a hurry?

Cee for me. i can wait. Tony will be back. Gary Webb On Mon, Oct 27, 2014 at 8:20 AM, Peggy Brenner wrote: > I'll get mine in early, we are traveling this year as we just retired. Of > course my fly tying took a more pro look for the streamer part and I have > orders like never

Re: [VFB] Dry fly treatment

I bought some of the arrow powder several years ago. Still have some left. Try using it on nymphs or emergers too. Traps air bubbles and sometimes makes them more effective. Gary Webb On Fri, Nov 7, 2014 at 12:14 AM, Wes Wada wrote: > Hi Mike, > > Try arrow (archery) fletching pow

Re: [VFB] RE:Christmas fly patterns

Not anything helpful but your request reminded me that we had a Christmas colors fly swap.I believe the swap was meistered by a VFB member in the UK. Can't remember his name though. On Thu, Dec 4, 2014 at 5:20 PM, 'Anthony Spezio' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > I saw a Chris

Re: [VFB] Trickle charger for my marine deep cycle battery

ll with being completely discharged, except the ones designed as "deep cycle".. But this website is much smarter than me and has info about charging levels. Hope it helps. http://batteryuniversity.com/learn/article/charging_the_lead_acid_battery Gary Webb On Tue, Dec 16, 2014 at 5

Re: [VFB] Denny Conrad - A tribute from Jimmy D and Jeff Hines

Thanks for telling us that. You and Jeff are "one heck of a nice guy" yoursevles! Gary Webb On Thu, Dec 18, 2014 at 6:24 PM, Neville Gosling wrote: > > > I like this > > Denny was my guest and all his expenses were waived because I put him on > th

Re: [VFB] Materials Swap

Chuck, Sign me up too. Gary L Webb On Mon, Jan 12, 2015 at 10:30 AM, Jack Harford wrote: > Hi Chuck > I'd like to join the materials swap. > Tight lines > Jack > On Jan 11, 2015 6:16 PM, "Chuck Alexander" > wrote: > >> Folks: I am going to try and get a materials swap going. I need ten >>

Re: [VFB] Thoughts and prayers needed

Chuck we have you covered. Good advice from your friends here. I think most ortho surgeons would want you to be seen by a neurologist before your operation. In cases like yours it should be a team effort. Gary PS: I'll be sending my swap material to you this week. On Mon, Feb 9, 2015 at 7:

Re: [VFB] Attn. Tony.. White water demon fly question??

Chuck, This is one from the early years of the VFB. I can't remember Dick's last name. I want to say Stock, or Stockton. Maybe somebody here remembers. Anyway, it is an easy fly to tie and does work well. *Dick's Dandy:* *#8 3XL streamer hook* *Tail Red hackle tail 3/8" long.*

Re: [VFB] Hook trade wanted.

Chuck, Here's another fly that you might be interested in tying with a 37160. A bit more complex than a San Juan Worm. But nothing you can't handle. http://www.flyanglersonline.com/flytying/advanced/ On Fri, Mar 13, 2015 at 10:01 PM, Chuck Alexander < chuckalexan...@centurylink.net> wrote:

Re: [VFB] What Guides Do you Like?

Jack, I think you might find this article interesting regarding the number and sizes of guides : http://www.grtu.org/newsletters/april1997/GUIDROD.APR.htm On Thu, Apr 23, 2015 at 9:06 AM, Jack Harford wrote: > I have a 7wt 2 piece Tiger Eye Blank that I'm thinking about building and > am so

Re: [VFB] 14 Poppers arrived

Echo, echo, echo. Gary L Webb On Fri, May 15, 2015 at 7:15 AM, Bob Hendry wrote: > My Dear Mr. Fish, > > The package arrived yesterday with 14 of the coolest poppers ever! > > A sincere thank you to you for all of the efforts you put into this. Much > appreciated. > > Cheers, > > > Bob Hendry

Re: [VFB] Looking for new #12-14 hopper/cricket patterns

Ed Herbst's pattern works well for me. http://www.tomsutcliffe.co.za/fly-fishing/fly-tying/item/211-tying-ed-herbsts-hopper.html On Sat, Jul 4, 2015 at 3:13 PM, Mike Barrett wrote: > RAINY'S HI-VIS GRAND HOPPER > > BIG SECRET HOPPER > > FURIMSKY'S "HOT LEGS HOPPER" > > Sent from my iPad > > On

Re: [VFB] Thoughts and prayers needed

Sorry for your great loss. Favorite uncles and aunts are great blessings to have. Prayers for you and your family On Sat, Aug 8, 2015 at 9:59 PM, Chuck Alexander < chuckalexan...@centurylink.net> wrote: > Folks: Below is a note I just sent to a friend about my Uncle Grady who > passed away thi

[VFB] FLY--ing Fisihing

http://www.ecnmag.com/blog/2015/09/drone-fishing-next-big-thing?et_cid=4790220&et_rid=631670979&type=image -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send emai

Re: p.s.: Re: [VFB] QFTD, Why I tie... and new RD DVD#2 option?

I think the You Tube videos is a great idea. A very satisfied owner of DVD # 1. And if you finish DVD # 2 I will buy it too. A very small contribution to you retirement. Gary L Webb On Wed, Jun 15, 2016 at 8:41 AM, Don Ordes wrote: > Fly tying can be a couple of nights a month to stock up o

[VFB] Prayers needed

Dear VFB friends, I am humbly asking for your prayers for my wife Susan. Saturday morning she suffered an injury to her spinal cord. Not life threatening, just life changing. I can't give many details because the hospital where I work is very strict about HIPPA compliance. One strike and you are

Re: [VFB] Chico's footprints.

A very nice remembrance. Twenty some years ago I started snipping the "feathers" from my Springers when they died. And then tying a couple of streamers from them. They look great and I'm sure they would catch fish.But I don't fish them. On Tue, Dec 6, 2016 at 4:24 PM, Chuck Alexander < chuck

Re: [VFB] From Tony.

Add mine too. I just saw this because since my wife's injury I don't check my email as often as I used to. On Thu, Jul 20, 2017 at 11:53 AM, Allan Fish wrote: > In case you haven't heard. Here's a prayer request from Tony Spezio. > > > Forwarded Message > Date: Thu, 20 Jul

Re: [VFB] Happy Birthday Chuck A

Chuck, happy birthday young man. Gary On Tue, Apr 17, 2018 at 9:16 AM, 'Rick Zieger' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Glad you made another trip around the sun. Hope for many more good ones. > > Rick > > -- > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VF

Re: [VFB] Byard Miller Birthday

Happy birthday Byard. Swap Meister of the100 caddis flys. Which by simple math meant you had to sort 10,000 flys.. WHEW! I trust you never sneezed. Gary On Fri, Jun 8, 2018 at 9:42 AM, 'Anthony Spezio' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > A big HAPPY one. > Tony > ---

Re: [VFB] Tony Spezio update

Thanks Allan for the update on Tony. He and Dot are In our prayers. Gary L Webb On Sun, Jul 1, 2018 at 1:45 PM, Allan Fish wrote: > Tony is currently having some pretty severe complications. He's been in > the hospital for a week and will likely be in for at least another week > then will have

Re: [VFB] Great news

This is great news for sure. Stay well Tony. On Sat, Oct 6, 2018 at 8:38 PM Allan Fish wrote: > Tony Spezio is HOME! At last! It's been nearly 3 months. > > He's back on-line. > > af > > -- > Allan Fish > Greenwood, IN > > -- > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [VFB] What is in your vices?

I've been tying Tenkara style flies. I want to send them to good friend that I met in the Navy 50 years ago who now lives in Arizona. He likes to spend a lot of time alone out in the wilderness in different parts of the state. I know he would never be up for traditional fly fishing. But I thin

Re: [VFB] Hi Guys. Long time no post. :)

Deb, great to hear from you again. Seems like we have a trend with people checking back that have been away for a while. I agree about Tony's Froggies too. I have a couple that I got at the one Sowbug I attended several years ago. For some reason seeing your name and Peggy's reminded me of a Ch

Re: [VFB] Dr. Slick Scissors

Thanks Chuck. Not that I don't have several scissors already. But I don't think any fly tyer has ever said: "I have too many scissors." LOL Gary On Sat, Jan 5, 2019 at 4:34 PM Chuck Alexander < chuckalexan...@centurylink.net> wrote: > Folks: I found this guy and his Dr. Slick scissors right

Re: [VFB] 1st Swap, 2019 - Pink Squirrel Nymph

I'm in. Years ago some us were in a Drinks Swap. Rules were : Tie a fly that has the same name as a mixed drink. Provide recipe for the fly and the drink.. I tied the Pink Squirrel: https://wiflyfisher.com/patterns/Pink-Squirrel-fly-pattern.asp. And the Drink: https://www.tablespoon.com/recipe

[VFB] Drinks Swap List 2003

Don here are some names to lead you farther down memory lane.. Drinks Fly Swap with "Fly named after a drink" Send 15 flies one for each entrant,including one to be returned and one for Byard. Please enclose :- The flies in a light tin or box. A self addressed envelope. Two yankee dollars for p

Re: [VFB] Sign-up list update 3-- 1st Swap, 2019 - Pink Squirrel Nymph

The Driftless Angler Fly Shop has stocked this fly but it opened in 2006. I watched John Bethke demonstrate how to tie it over twenty years ago. Feather Craft has the Pink Squirrel in their catalog with John's name on it. -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mai

[VFB] Beads Hobby Lobby

The other day I bought a packet of "Metalic" beads at Hobby Lobby. This pkg had 250 beads and cost me less than $4.00. They have gold, silver, copper, and black in different sizes. They aren't tungsten, and I believe they are hollow not solid. So if you use beads for weight these may not be for

Re: [VFB] Beads Hobby Lobby

number? Thanks > > Rick > > > -- > *From:* Gary Webb > *To:* vfb-mail > *Sent:* Monday, February 11, 2019 12:27 PM > *Subject:* [VFB] Beads Hobby Lobby > > The other day I bought a packet of "Metalic" beads at Hobby Lobby. T

[VFB] Pink Squirrel swap update?

Don, actually I just want to be sure you are OK. Gary -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For mor

Re: [VFB] My flies

*Chuck I hope you and your family were not impacted by the tornados. I prayed a quick prayer this morning after I saw the news about the tragedies. Let us know if you need* *anything.* *Gary* On Sun, Mar 3, 2019 at 6:26 PM Chuck Alexander < chuckalexan...@centurylink.net> wrote: > Don: My flies

Re: [VFB] Chuck

Thanks Allan. Gary Webb On Tue, Mar 5, 2019 at 7:35 AM Allan Fish wrote: > I finally got word that Chuck Alexander and his family are okay and had > no damage from the devastating storm in Alabama. > > af > > -- > Allan Fish > Greenwood, IN > > -- > -- > Y

Re: [VFB] Pink Squirrel swap update 3/15

Don, Tony I'm so happy to hear from you both. But so sorry to hear of your pains. You are in my/our prayers. Wish I could go to The Sow Bug again. But Susan my wife has a lot of constant pain herself. Too long a ride from Wisconsin to Arkansas. Gary On Fri, Mar 15, 2019 at 5:02 PM DonO

[VFB] Parachute By Agostino Roncallo

Agostino's method embodies the KISS principle. Does not require any special tools. His flies are beautifully tied. Gary L Webb http://www.rackelhanen.se/eng/10385.htm -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-m

[VFB] What's everyone doing?

Fishing reports? New patterns you are tying? Fishing here has not been too good. We have had so much rain that the Mississippi by La Crosse, Wi just lifted the No Wake regulations that have been in place for a record 90 days. Previous record was 46. The trout streams are running a four times n

Re: [VFB] What's everyone doing?

k ago, with my oldest grandchild - thze boy is 3. > So, we had some fun, did catch one small fish, and missed a 2nd one. The > 'productive' pattern was my blue parachute beetle. I did ty this one at the > sowbug. > > I hope, you folks had more time for fishing > > Best

Re: [VFB] What's everyone doing?

mann > wrote: > > Hi Gary, > > slow list, indeed, but I'm slow as well. > > Tying is slow, I'm too busy with family duties - family grows like crazy, > 4 grandchildren so far and 3 to surface until end of year. > > I was out only once a week ago, with

Re: [VFB] Prayers welcome

Rene. Prayers from here for you and your family. Would you mind sharing your grandbabies names? I know God knows who they are when I pray. But I feel more connected when I know the name(s). Do your grandchildren call you and your wife Opa and Oma? Or do they have their own special names for

Re: [VFB] Jimi - Desert Eagle

I too am sad to hear this news. My youngest daughter is also named Amanda. I remember when his daughter was young Jimi was encouraging her to tie flies. I think I sent her a bunch of Fly Tyer magazines. Jimi hosted some swaps too. Missed for sure. Gary On Fri, Sep 6, 2019 at 12:13 PM Rene Zil

Re: [VFB] Jimmy D. Moore

IOFF International Order of Flytying Fanatics Jimmy D Moore, No Moore Except in our Hearts ForeverMoore Not as good as Jimmy D. What can I say. I wrote this poem about the time the VFB bunch came up with the International Order of Fly Tying Fanatics. Hope you enjoy it. JIMMY D *A FLY TYIN

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