Unless a conflict comes up, I'd be interested, John. Richard
----- Original Message ----- From: "Abbott, John C. SMC (SW)" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Friday, November 23, 2001 10:22 PM Subject: Tying/Fishing Conclave- Who's Interested? > > Hi Gang, > > > Last year I promised a tying/fishing conclave at my place in the South Sound > (Lakebay- 18 miles south of Purdy). Unfortunately, a lot of things beyond > my control happened and I had to cancel. OK...enough said. The Admiral > (my wife Ann) has giving me the go ahead for another go and I would like to > try for the end of March or possibly later. So I am making plans and > request any ideas the list may have. Also, looking for any volunteers that > can help me put this together. Here's what I have planned so far: > > 1) Potluck and BYOB.. Bring the SO and kids... I am sure my daughter will > keep them more than entertained. Wife does daycare so there is enough to > occupy the kids. Plus we have a few (too many) horses that I am sure the > wife will go riding with those interested. Be forewarned- not responsible > for any wheelies the horses decide to pull. > 2) Tying one day followed by fishing the next (any suggestions on where to > fish? I am thinking Doc's or maybe a river up North) > 3) Raffle(s) > 4) Casting...any certified folks out there? > 5) A fly tying material swap > 6) Story telling contest > 7) ???? I know there are more ideas out there. > 8) Grab bag fly tying contest... This is a lot of fun. Put a bunch of > different materials in a bag, chose 5 things (without looking) and see who > comes up with the most unique fly. I have seen some doosies...especially > after a few drinks LOL! > > If you're worried about driving the distance, I have room available 2 > couples or 4 individuals or there is plenty of parking for the folks with > trailers/campers.. > > Looks to be a lot of fun. Will have more to follow.... we'll see how much > interest this generates before I proceed.. > > Let me know what you think... > > John Abbott > >
