Milwaukee Lake & Stream Fly FishersFLY FISHING is a sport with infinite possibilities. It is practiced around the globe in pursuit of almost every species of game fish. It combines rich traditions with modern technology and sound conservation practices. Fly fishing can be as simple or as elaborate as one likes.
Milwaukee Lake and Stream Fly Fishers, Inc. are men and women with all levels of fly fishing skills and experience. They enjoy fly fishing for everything from bluegills to bonefish in environments from small ponds and streams to the oceans. What they have in common is a commitment to sportsmanship and conservation, and the personal enjoyment which comes from the sport of fly fishing. Benefits of Membership Membership in the Milwaukee Lake and Stream Fly Fishers has many benefits, but none is greater than the opportunity to form friendships, swapping flies and learning from others who share our interests. Some of the other benefits of membership are: •General Meetings - our meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of the month, September thru April. A short business meeting is followed by a presentation or program related to some aspect of fly fishing. There is time for fishing reports, catching up on club activities and meeting new members. Visitors are welcome. Club officers and Board members are elected at our annual meeting in November. •Newsletter Monthly- “ The Hatch”, is published every month. It informs members of upcoming activities, contains articles of interest, the fly of the month, and reports from the Club officers and other fly fishing experts. •Educational Programs - The Club has many excellent fly tyers and casters who are willing to answer beginner’s questions. We have informal fly tying sessions and casting clinics. In addition, a variety of classes are run throughout the year such as introduction to fly fishing, introduction to salmon and steelhead fishing, and rod building.
•Fishing Outings - Within a few hours of Milwaukee are excellent fly fishing opportunities for trout, bass, salmon and steelhead, pike, musky, and panfish. The club has outings throughout the fishing season (May thru August) to various waters. A beginning fly fisher will be guided on the appropriate equipment to bring and assistance on the water from more experienced members. Occasionally, weekend trips are planned to more distant destinations. Other Activities Milwaukee Lake and Stream Fly Fishers participate in projects to improve fish
habitat and expand fishing opportunities in Southeastern Wisconsin, and to educate the public about fly fishing. We do community outreach withvarious youth organizations by providing instruction and sponsoring young people for fishing camps. Yearly contributions are given to various conservation organizations for stream improvement projects. Members are kept informed of upcoming conservation events and projects through “The Hatch” and emails. The Federation of Fly Fishers The Milwaukee Lake and Stream Fly Fishers is an affiliate of the Federation of Fly Fishers. FFF is an International organization committed to the goals of sportsmanship, conservation, and the enjoyment of fly fishing. There are many additional benefits to the flyfisher from FFF. Members of the Milwaukee Lake and Stream Fly Fishers are active in FFF programs and committees. The FFF supports our local projects through the Great Lakes Council of the Federation Of Fly Fishers. (http://www.fffglc.org) You are encouraged to join and support the Federation. FFF dues are $29 per year. You can join on-line or get a membership application at one of our meetings, or by contacting the FFF at: Federation of Fly Fishers P.O. Box 1595 Bozeman, MT 59771 •MLSFF Membership Membership dues in the Milwaukee Lake and Stream Fly Fishers are $25 per year, for a
single member and $35 for a family, renewable every January.
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