MidCoast Fly Fishers Meeting Minutes
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM.
Fly Tying
This month’s fly tying session will focus on the Bob Dillon BD Shrimp Fly—a versatile and effective saltwater pattern for site casting or blind casting to tarpon.
Upcoming Events
- Lefty Kreh Fly Tying Festival
📅 For more info: Tiefest 2025 - Fly Fishing Film Tour
🎥 Catch this year’s lineup: F3T 2025 Schedule
Fly Fishing Media & Inspiration
Members shared a few recommendations for fly fishing-related entertainment and reading:
- 🎬 “All That Is Sacred” – A documentary on YouTube exploring the golden age of tarpon fishing in Key West during the 1970s. Watch it here
- 📖 “The Big Two-Hearted River” – A short story by Ernest Hemingway centered around fly fishing and solitude.
- 📚 “The Book of the Tarpon” by A.W. Dimock – A classic look at early tarpon fishing adventures.
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 8:00pm.
Next Meeting: Fly Tying, April 21st, 2025
Respectfully submitted,
Bill Payne
Secretary, MidCoast Fly Fishers