Fly Fishing Show Outreach by Ron Beltramo, NCCFFI 1st Vice President
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The Northern California Council, Fly Fishers International (NCCFFI) is participating in the 2024 Fly Fishing Show in Pleasanton, CA for three days from Friday February 23rd through Sunday, February 25th.
Exhibitors and Fly Tiers will be in building A, with Fly Fishing Presentations in Buildings B, C, F & G. Outside space will provbe provided fly casting in the pool and on the grass beyond the buildings. The event spotlights thousands of products and destinations for everything fly fishing, including fly fishing authors, celebrities, fly tiers, flycasting, fly fishing industry exhibitors, and a learning center perfect for the entire family. The Fly Fishing Show is the place to get everything you need for fun on the water! As the slogangoes…“Fly Fishing isn’t part of the show, it is the whole show”.
Official Website of the Pleasanton Fly Fishing Show:
https://www.flyfishingshow.com/
We invite you to come join NCCFFI at The Fly Fishing Show and to experience all of the great outdoor and; fly fishing opportunities available that we can deliver along with many of our partners in the fly fishing industry. NCCFFI will provide information at the show about the FFI and the important work underway in the areas of conservation, education, instruction and; learning.
The NCCFFI will be in Building A.
We’ll have great information about Fly Fishing and our 23 affiliated Fly Fishing Clubs in Northern California & Nevada, so you can learn more about the sport in the community where you live. We’ll also be signing up interested and; new fly fishers to receive information about our fly clubs and they will have an opportunity to win an
Adamsbuilt 5 Weight Combo Fly Rod/Reel.
Other activities include:
1) demonstrating fly tying and knot tying;
2) casting instruction and; practice outside,
3) partnering with Bay Area Scouting Organizations to help scouts pass up to three parts of their Fly Fishing Merit Badge (fly tying, knot tying and; casting). Scouts get into the show free when they come in uniform.
NCCFFI IS YOUR REGIONAL
ORGANIZATION FOR FLY FISHING.
STOP BY THE NCCFFI BOOTH TO LEARN ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT FOR FLY FISHING:
- Conduit to 236 Affiliated Fly Fishing Clubs
- Learn about the Club nearest to you and; join!
- Scout Merit Badge teaching and; qualifying at NCCFFI Booth - Knots, Fly Tying and; Casting Skills. Interested persons, please contact Ron Beltramo at: rjbeltramo@aol.com (NCCFFI 1st-VP)
- Benefits of Fly Fishing International (FFI) membership - talk with fly fishers at our Booth #39.
- Learn why FFI membership is important to the sport of fly fishing.
- Fly Casting Training – For Novice and Expert – Follow signs to the grassy area behind the show building.
- Teach the Facilitators - Fly Casting Skills Development for club casting leaders. Sign up at Fly Fishing Skills Development-Teach the Teachers - Events - Northern California Council, Fly Fishers International (NCCFFI)
- Trout in the Classroom - Program to teach kids about fish and how they are born and where they live.
- Club President Lunch – We have scheduled a lunch with our club Presidents at the show to cover why the Northern California Council and; Fly Fishers International is important to all fly fishers and; their fishing clubs.
- Women Connect - Brings women fly fishers together to have fun and share our sport.
- NCCFFI Conservation - We work to keep our fisheries healthy and viable for all to enjoy!
IN ADDITION TO THE NCCFFI BOOTH, THREE LOCAL FLY-FISHING CLUBS WILL HAVE BOOTHS AT SHOW:
- Diablo Valley Fly Fishing Club is a group of young people who share a common interest; fish and fishing. For more information, go to https://dvff.clubexpress.com/
- The Tri-Valley Fly Fishers club exists to advance the art and enjoyment of fly fishing through skill development, enhanced fly fishing knowledge, and the sharing of experiences among the membership. For more information, go to
- https://www.tri-valleyflyfishers.org/
- Flycasters of San Jose is a large and active fly fishing club that was founded in 1965, with a diverse set of offerings catering to fly fishers of all backgrounds and skill levels.
MORE PARTNERS AT THE SHOW INCLUDE:
FLY FISHING SPECIALTIES
is a local Sacramento Fly Fishing Shop located in Citrus Heights, CA. Their “Show Special” is a free fly fishing lesson at the shop with the purchase of any fly rod and; reel set up. Ask them at their booth about their “Show Special”s offer. For more information, go to www.flyfishingspecialties.com/.
LOST COAST OUTFITTERS
the only fly fishing shop in downtown San Francisco, is . dedicated to educating and outfitting anglers in the Bay Area. George Revel, the founder of LCO, a well-traveled and seasoned outdoorsman, is a three-time National Fly Casting Champion, rod designer, and FFF Master Certified Fly Casting Instructor, and President of the venerable Golden Gate Angling and Casting Club in San Francisco. For more information, go to https://www.lostcoastoutfitters.com/
ADAMSBUILT
has been supplying fly fishers with great gear including fly fishing outfits (rod and; reel combos), waders, boots, outerwear, nets, rod cases and numerous tools, and accessories for over 132 years. For more information, go to www.adamsbuiltfishing.com/.
SIMMS FISHING PRODUCTS
has been supplying top quality fly fishing equipment since 1980 and is one of the best known brands in the industry. For more information go to www.simmsfishing.com/.
WADER SKINS
Every fisherman wants to get to the best spot to fish. Unfortunately, conventional waders can be uncomfortable or even dangerous if they fill with water. If you want To wade, kayak, float tube, pontoon boat or paddle board, Wader Skins are the perfect and; safe solution. Check out Wader Skins Leggings & Pants at https://www.waderskins.com
CONFLUENCE OUTFITTERS
has been in business since 1997 and guides on all the major trout and steelhead destinations in Northern California and Southern Oregon. For more information, go to www.confluenceoutfitters.com/default.aspx.
MATT HERON FLY FISHING
Was started by Matt Heron over 2 decades ago and is an all-inclusive fly fishing outfitter and school located minutes from Lake Tahoe. For more information, go to https://mattheronflyfishing.com/.
NORCAL FLY GUIDES
was founded by Brian Clemens in 2009 and provides expert guide service on the Feather, American, Yuba, Lower Sacramento &Trinity Rivers and other Northern California waters, plus private fly-casting lessons. For more information, go to www.norcalflyguides.com/home.html.
LANCE GRAY & COMPANY
is a full-service outfitter that offers guests the best fly- fishing experience possible. We pride ourselves on service, attention to detail, honesty and plain hard work. http://lancegrayandcompany.com/
TROUT UNLIMITED
There will also be a strong conservation presence at The Fly Fishing Show from groups like: Trout Unlimited was founded in 1959 and is dedicated to conserving, protecting and restoring North America’s fisheries and watersheds. For more information, go to www.tu.org/.
CalTrout
works to ensure healthy waters and resilient wild fish for a better California. It is our belief that abundant wild fish indicate healthy waters and that healthy waters benefit all Californians. For more information, go to https://caltrout.org/
Thousands of people will be coming to The Fly-Fishing Show from throughout Northern California, southern Oregon, and; Western Nevada. Be there!
The Fly Fishing Show - Pleasanton, CA - February 24 th through 26th. Don’t miss it!
For more info go to:
https://www.flyfishingshow.com/