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Page 1: Just When You Thought It Was Safe - Pisgah Chapter Trout ... · Just a couple of spots remain for those interested in attending the Pisgah TU 2018 Fly Fishing School. For only $150,

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

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View this email in your browser

Weekly Update - April 15 2018

Fly Fishing Film TourFish Poaching2018 Fly Fishing School

Snags amp Snarls ContributorsOn The CalendarThe Last Cast

Share Tweet Forward

Just When You Thought It Was Safe

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6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

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Mark your calendars for May 4th and our free screening of the FlyFishing Film tour courtesy of Oskar Blues Brewery

The Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is a diverse collection of beautiful shortlms selected from hundreds of entries from around the world allfeaturing our amazing sport In its 12th annual lap around the globe the 2018 Fly Fishing Film Tourwill make its way to theaters in more than 175 cities in eight countries And this year its coming back to Brevard Many places around the country are charging $10-$20 a head to see

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 310

the lms and selling complely out Thanks to our friends at Oskar Bluesthis is your one and only chance to see it for absolutely free under abeautiful western North Carolina night sky while sipping a cold beer inthe company of good friends The lm series is appropriate for all ages In fact yesterday we got tovisit with some ne high school students from Asheville who paid to seethe show there a couple of weeks ago They liked it so much theyreplanning on coming down to see it again and bringing a bunch of theirfriends with them With an emphasis on the stories characters and sheries that helpmake up the vast world of y shing the 2018 F3T will take you fromMichigan to Honduras from Wyoming to Greenland from the mind ofchild to the heart of a musician from the edge of your seat to the endof the earth and back Check the Stoke reel for a quick idea of what you have in store orvisit httpsylmtourcomwatch-trailers to check out the individuallm trailers

STOKE - as in youll be STOKED to join us at Oskar Blues on May 4th

Circle May 4th in red send yourself a reminder set an alarm - whateverit takes Then grab your friends loved ones and your most comfortablelawn chair and meet us out at Oskar Blues for an evening youreabsolutely sure to enjoy

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 410

Movies start at 8 but get there plenty early to enjoy a pre-show biteand beverage and stake out the best watchin holes Heck you can even bring the family pooch along for the show See you there

THANK YOU To Pisgah TU members Debbie Gillespie Sam Cathey Carole Deddy andothers (Im sure there are some of you we dont know about but thatdoesnt mean youre not appreciated) whove given their time and care toour partner organizations like Casting for Recovery and Project HealingWaters Your service to others is outstanding and means a great deal to somany Well talk a lot more about these projects and service opportunities inthe next edition of Snags amp Snarls To Pisgah TU members Dale Buxton Nick Fisher Skip Sheldon and JimRumbough who stepped up this week to help our sister chapter Land O SkyTU with the Orvis Guide Rendezvous in Asheville Thats an outstandingdemonstration of teamwork dedication and partnership to TU and to ourregion and we really appreciate you representing our chapter To Pisgah TU members Mike Mihalas and Zoe Mihalas - thanks for leadingthe way with STREAM Girls at Camp Wabak Bigger things are in store fornext year but thanks to these important rst steps were o to a strongstart to taking a larger role in this incredible program

Be on the lookout for Poachers

Even with the Hatchery Supported Water open for anglers who want tocatch and keep trout poaching in all our waters is a signicant andgrowing concern Its gotten so bad that NCWRC had trouble pre-loading the Hatchery Supported waters with sh because the poacherswould just come right in and clean them out Youd think poachers would mostly operate in the dead of night or faraway from other anglers Thats not always the case According toocials from the NCWRC and DuPont State Forest a lot of poaching

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 510

takes place in a crowd where the poacher has the benet of blending in In visiting with Erick Folk from DuPont I learned that one guy wasapprehended with a yrod in hand Down one leg of his waders hedstued a mini spin casting rig loaded with a treble-hook crank bait anddown the other he had stued you guessed it several sh hed caughtand killed in the freshly stocked DH waters Thats not only stupid illegal and expensive - its just plain icky

ldquoPoaching includes the illegal taking of game sh plants trespassinglittering theft and destruction of property With this new program and

partnership we can work together to protect our resources for the futureenjoyment of all North Caroliniansrdquo

Lt BJ Meyer assistant training director and communications supervisor for

the Commissionrsquos Law Enforcement Division

If you see someone poaching we encourage you to report the violationto the NCWRC They even have a program rewarding those who turn inpoachers ($100 to $1000 paid out of the ne assessed) and there arefour ways to do it

Via website httpswwwtipsubmitcomwebtipformswebformaspxid=127ampAgencyID=1304

Via mobile app To install the free app search for TipSoft orTipSubmit in the Google Play store (Android) or the Apple App Store(iOS)

Via text To submit an anonymous tip through text messaging typeWILDTIP and your message then send it to 274637 (CRIMES on mostcell phones) Texts are anonymous so senders must identify themselves

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 610

in the body of the text in order to claim a reward Message and datarates may apply Via phone To submit a tip via phone for reward or anonymouslydial 1-855-WILDTIP The hotline is available 24 hours a day to handlecalls from concerned citizens This phone number is only for poaching-specic violations For all other wildlife violations questions and concerns call 1-800-662-7137 For more information on the program visit httpwwwncwildlifeorgNewswildlife-resources-commission-introduces-new-turn-in-poachers-program

2018 Pisgah TU Fly Fishing School

Just a couple of spots remain for those interested in attending thePisgah TU 2018 Fly Fishing School For only $150 students receive awhole day of seminar and hands-on instruction and a half-day ofpersonally-mentored shing on a trout stream with one of our highly-skilled chapter volunteers

Welcome and IntroductionEssential Equipment and Fun StuFly Lines Knots and Line ManagementFly Selection and Stream TacticsCasting TechniquesFly Tying 101

After the welcome and introduction well break out into smaller groupsso all students will get personal attention and help from our volunteersta Somewhere in there well mix in donuts coee and lunch (alsoincluded in the tuition)

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 710

All equipment will be provided - if you have your own rod and reel feelfree to bring them along with you Waders arent necessary - but werecommend layered clothing and comfortable shoes To sign up visit httpspisgahTUorgSchool You can pay securelyusing your credit or debit card to complete your registration

Snags amp Snarls Contributors Sought

Dear Members and Friends By now I hope many of you haveread and enjoyed the Spring 2018Edition of our chapter magazineSnags amp Snarls According to ourstatistics about 225 of our 400members have read the magazine More impressive is that its beingshared with other organizations andchapters and our total circulation isright at 1000 individual readers

Thanks to all whove shared the magazine and have expressedappreciation Also a huge thanks to Heath Cartee and Sam Cathey forsharing their stories

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 810

Im seeking contributions for our Summer edition due out in very lateJune These can be trip reports event recaps personal storiesobservations opinion pieces local programs conservation eortsoriginal ction gear reviews - pretty much anything of interest to ourmembers and friends I draw the line at politics but current and environmental issues are fairgame provided they are of local or regional interest For instance arespectful discussion of climate change or perspectives on mixed trailusage in our forests would be most welcome You dont have to be Hemingway Thoreau Walton or Shakespeare Iwill massage your copy to make it t and ow better for our readerswhile doing my best to preserve your own voice style and intent If youre out and about take your camera and take lots and lots ofpictures this spring and send them along Dont be shy - none of us isAnsel Adams Snags amp Snarls is OUR newsletter and the more voices we hear themore it becomes a reection of our diverse passions and interests Evenif I disagree with a particular opinion or point of view I promise to treatit with diligence dignity and respect I invite you to participate in anyway you can and I look forward to hearing from you You can contact me any time via email at charlescoldriverstudioorg If you have les (pictures video etc) to send I have a simple way tomake that a breeze Have a terric spring and I hope to see you on the water Charles Crolley Editor Snags amp Snarls

On The Calendar

Thursday April 19-Saturday April 20 2018 Carolina Cane Gatheringat ECUSTA Brewing amp Sycamore Flats in Pisgah National Forest

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 910

April 21 (MountainTrue) French Broad Riverkeeper Beer Series PickupPaddle Party at Sanctuary Brewing Company httpbitly2EJ0FOV April 21 (MountainTrue) Watauga Riverkeeper High Country Earth DayRiver Cleanups httpbitly2HkHikk Thursday April 26 at 630 Pisgah TU monthly board meeting at theMills River Restaurant in Mills River All chapter members are invitedand welcome Its a great way to bring issues to the boards attentionand learn more about what Pisgah TU is doing and how Pisgah TUworks Saturday April 28 Pisgah TUs 2018 Flyshing School Whetheryoure a student or volunteer its gonna be a great time Be sure tosave the date on your calendar httpspisgahTUorgSchool Friday May 4 Fly Fishing Film Tour FREE SHOWING at Oskar BluesBrewery in Brevard Bring a lawn chair and an appetite come thirstyand stu a few bills in your pocket to win fabulous rae prizes andsupport your favorite chapter of Trout Unlimited Saturday May 5 Pisgah Pride Day Pitch in with Pisgah TU as weconduct a big cleanup along the highway in cooperation with some ofour ne partners Thursday May 10 at 700 Pisgah TU chapter meeting at the DFRRoom in Brevard

The Last Cast

Settle in with a cup of coee and enjoy this wonderful video from TroutUnlimited Way of a Trout Its dated and timeless all at once Many thanks to chapter member and our good friend Ken Chase forbringing this wonderful treasure back to our attention

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 1010

Way of A Trout - about 30 minutes and worth every one of them

Copyright copy 2018 The Pisgah Chapter of Trout Unlimited All rights reserved

Want to change how you receive these emails You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

Page 2: Just When You Thought It Was Safe - Pisgah Chapter Trout ... · Just a couple of spots remain for those interested in attending the Pisgah TU 2018 Fly Fishing School. For only $150,

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 210

Mark your calendars for May 4th and our free screening of the FlyFishing Film tour courtesy of Oskar Blues Brewery

The Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is a diverse collection of beautiful shortlms selected from hundreds of entries from around the world allfeaturing our amazing sport In its 12th annual lap around the globe the 2018 Fly Fishing Film Tourwill make its way to theaters in more than 175 cities in eight countries And this year its coming back to Brevard Many places around the country are charging $10-$20 a head to see

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 310

the lms and selling complely out Thanks to our friends at Oskar Bluesthis is your one and only chance to see it for absolutely free under abeautiful western North Carolina night sky while sipping a cold beer inthe company of good friends The lm series is appropriate for all ages In fact yesterday we got tovisit with some ne high school students from Asheville who paid to seethe show there a couple of weeks ago They liked it so much theyreplanning on coming down to see it again and bringing a bunch of theirfriends with them With an emphasis on the stories characters and sheries that helpmake up the vast world of y shing the 2018 F3T will take you fromMichigan to Honduras from Wyoming to Greenland from the mind ofchild to the heart of a musician from the edge of your seat to the endof the earth and back Check the Stoke reel for a quick idea of what you have in store orvisit httpsylmtourcomwatch-trailers to check out the individuallm trailers

STOKE - as in youll be STOKED to join us at Oskar Blues on May 4th

Circle May 4th in red send yourself a reminder set an alarm - whateverit takes Then grab your friends loved ones and your most comfortablelawn chair and meet us out at Oskar Blues for an evening youreabsolutely sure to enjoy

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 410

Movies start at 8 but get there plenty early to enjoy a pre-show biteand beverage and stake out the best watchin holes Heck you can even bring the family pooch along for the show See you there

THANK YOU To Pisgah TU members Debbie Gillespie Sam Cathey Carole Deddy andothers (Im sure there are some of you we dont know about but thatdoesnt mean youre not appreciated) whove given their time and care toour partner organizations like Casting for Recovery and Project HealingWaters Your service to others is outstanding and means a great deal to somany Well talk a lot more about these projects and service opportunities inthe next edition of Snags amp Snarls To Pisgah TU members Dale Buxton Nick Fisher Skip Sheldon and JimRumbough who stepped up this week to help our sister chapter Land O SkyTU with the Orvis Guide Rendezvous in Asheville Thats an outstandingdemonstration of teamwork dedication and partnership to TU and to ourregion and we really appreciate you representing our chapter To Pisgah TU members Mike Mihalas and Zoe Mihalas - thanks for leadingthe way with STREAM Girls at Camp Wabak Bigger things are in store fornext year but thanks to these important rst steps were o to a strongstart to taking a larger role in this incredible program

Be on the lookout for Poachers

Even with the Hatchery Supported Water open for anglers who want tocatch and keep trout poaching in all our waters is a signicant andgrowing concern Its gotten so bad that NCWRC had trouble pre-loading the Hatchery Supported waters with sh because the poacherswould just come right in and clean them out Youd think poachers would mostly operate in the dead of night or faraway from other anglers Thats not always the case According toocials from the NCWRC and DuPont State Forest a lot of poaching

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 510

takes place in a crowd where the poacher has the benet of blending in In visiting with Erick Folk from DuPont I learned that one guy wasapprehended with a yrod in hand Down one leg of his waders hedstued a mini spin casting rig loaded with a treble-hook crank bait anddown the other he had stued you guessed it several sh hed caughtand killed in the freshly stocked DH waters Thats not only stupid illegal and expensive - its just plain icky

ldquoPoaching includes the illegal taking of game sh plants trespassinglittering theft and destruction of property With this new program and

partnership we can work together to protect our resources for the futureenjoyment of all North Caroliniansrdquo

Lt BJ Meyer assistant training director and communications supervisor for

the Commissionrsquos Law Enforcement Division

If you see someone poaching we encourage you to report the violationto the NCWRC They even have a program rewarding those who turn inpoachers ($100 to $1000 paid out of the ne assessed) and there arefour ways to do it

Via website httpswwwtipsubmitcomwebtipformswebformaspxid=127ampAgencyID=1304

Via mobile app To install the free app search for TipSoft orTipSubmit in the Google Play store (Android) or the Apple App Store(iOS)

Via text To submit an anonymous tip through text messaging typeWILDTIP and your message then send it to 274637 (CRIMES on mostcell phones) Texts are anonymous so senders must identify themselves

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 610

in the body of the text in order to claim a reward Message and datarates may apply Via phone To submit a tip via phone for reward or anonymouslydial 1-855-WILDTIP The hotline is available 24 hours a day to handlecalls from concerned citizens This phone number is only for poaching-specic violations For all other wildlife violations questions and concerns call 1-800-662-7137 For more information on the program visit httpwwwncwildlifeorgNewswildlife-resources-commission-introduces-new-turn-in-poachers-program

2018 Pisgah TU Fly Fishing School

Just a couple of spots remain for those interested in attending thePisgah TU 2018 Fly Fishing School For only $150 students receive awhole day of seminar and hands-on instruction and a half-day ofpersonally-mentored shing on a trout stream with one of our highly-skilled chapter volunteers

Welcome and IntroductionEssential Equipment and Fun StuFly Lines Knots and Line ManagementFly Selection and Stream TacticsCasting TechniquesFly Tying 101

After the welcome and introduction well break out into smaller groupsso all students will get personal attention and help from our volunteersta Somewhere in there well mix in donuts coee and lunch (alsoincluded in the tuition)

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 710

All equipment will be provided - if you have your own rod and reel feelfree to bring them along with you Waders arent necessary - but werecommend layered clothing and comfortable shoes To sign up visit httpspisgahTUorgSchool You can pay securelyusing your credit or debit card to complete your registration

Snags amp Snarls Contributors Sought

Dear Members and Friends By now I hope many of you haveread and enjoyed the Spring 2018Edition of our chapter magazineSnags amp Snarls According to ourstatistics about 225 of our 400members have read the magazine More impressive is that its beingshared with other organizations andchapters and our total circulation isright at 1000 individual readers

Thanks to all whove shared the magazine and have expressedappreciation Also a huge thanks to Heath Cartee and Sam Cathey forsharing their stories

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 810

Im seeking contributions for our Summer edition due out in very lateJune These can be trip reports event recaps personal storiesobservations opinion pieces local programs conservation eortsoriginal ction gear reviews - pretty much anything of interest to ourmembers and friends I draw the line at politics but current and environmental issues are fairgame provided they are of local or regional interest For instance arespectful discussion of climate change or perspectives on mixed trailusage in our forests would be most welcome You dont have to be Hemingway Thoreau Walton or Shakespeare Iwill massage your copy to make it t and ow better for our readerswhile doing my best to preserve your own voice style and intent If youre out and about take your camera and take lots and lots ofpictures this spring and send them along Dont be shy - none of us isAnsel Adams Snags amp Snarls is OUR newsletter and the more voices we hear themore it becomes a reection of our diverse passions and interests Evenif I disagree with a particular opinion or point of view I promise to treatit with diligence dignity and respect I invite you to participate in anyway you can and I look forward to hearing from you You can contact me any time via email at charlescoldriverstudioorg If you have les (pictures video etc) to send I have a simple way tomake that a breeze Have a terric spring and I hope to see you on the water Charles Crolley Editor Snags amp Snarls

On The Calendar

Thursday April 19-Saturday April 20 2018 Carolina Cane Gatheringat ECUSTA Brewing amp Sycamore Flats in Pisgah National Forest

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 910

April 21 (MountainTrue) French Broad Riverkeeper Beer Series PickupPaddle Party at Sanctuary Brewing Company httpbitly2EJ0FOV April 21 (MountainTrue) Watauga Riverkeeper High Country Earth DayRiver Cleanups httpbitly2HkHikk Thursday April 26 at 630 Pisgah TU monthly board meeting at theMills River Restaurant in Mills River All chapter members are invitedand welcome Its a great way to bring issues to the boards attentionand learn more about what Pisgah TU is doing and how Pisgah TUworks Saturday April 28 Pisgah TUs 2018 Flyshing School Whetheryoure a student or volunteer its gonna be a great time Be sure tosave the date on your calendar httpspisgahTUorgSchool Friday May 4 Fly Fishing Film Tour FREE SHOWING at Oskar BluesBrewery in Brevard Bring a lawn chair and an appetite come thirstyand stu a few bills in your pocket to win fabulous rae prizes andsupport your favorite chapter of Trout Unlimited Saturday May 5 Pisgah Pride Day Pitch in with Pisgah TU as weconduct a big cleanup along the highway in cooperation with some ofour ne partners Thursday May 10 at 700 Pisgah TU chapter meeting at the DFRRoom in Brevard

The Last Cast

Settle in with a cup of coee and enjoy this wonderful video from TroutUnlimited Way of a Trout Its dated and timeless all at once Many thanks to chapter member and our good friend Ken Chase forbringing this wonderful treasure back to our attention

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 1010

Way of A Trout - about 30 minutes and worth every one of them

Copyright copy 2018 The Pisgah Chapter of Trout Unlimited All rights reserved

Want to change how you receive these emails You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

Page 3: Just When You Thought It Was Safe - Pisgah Chapter Trout ... · Just a couple of spots remain for those interested in attending the Pisgah TU 2018 Fly Fishing School. For only $150,

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 310

the lms and selling complely out Thanks to our friends at Oskar Bluesthis is your one and only chance to see it for absolutely free under abeautiful western North Carolina night sky while sipping a cold beer inthe company of good friends The lm series is appropriate for all ages In fact yesterday we got tovisit with some ne high school students from Asheville who paid to seethe show there a couple of weeks ago They liked it so much theyreplanning on coming down to see it again and bringing a bunch of theirfriends with them With an emphasis on the stories characters and sheries that helpmake up the vast world of y shing the 2018 F3T will take you fromMichigan to Honduras from Wyoming to Greenland from the mind ofchild to the heart of a musician from the edge of your seat to the endof the earth and back Check the Stoke reel for a quick idea of what you have in store orvisit httpsylmtourcomwatch-trailers to check out the individuallm trailers

STOKE - as in youll be STOKED to join us at Oskar Blues on May 4th

Circle May 4th in red send yourself a reminder set an alarm - whateverit takes Then grab your friends loved ones and your most comfortablelawn chair and meet us out at Oskar Blues for an evening youreabsolutely sure to enjoy

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 410

Movies start at 8 but get there plenty early to enjoy a pre-show biteand beverage and stake out the best watchin holes Heck you can even bring the family pooch along for the show See you there

THANK YOU To Pisgah TU members Debbie Gillespie Sam Cathey Carole Deddy andothers (Im sure there are some of you we dont know about but thatdoesnt mean youre not appreciated) whove given their time and care toour partner organizations like Casting for Recovery and Project HealingWaters Your service to others is outstanding and means a great deal to somany Well talk a lot more about these projects and service opportunities inthe next edition of Snags amp Snarls To Pisgah TU members Dale Buxton Nick Fisher Skip Sheldon and JimRumbough who stepped up this week to help our sister chapter Land O SkyTU with the Orvis Guide Rendezvous in Asheville Thats an outstandingdemonstration of teamwork dedication and partnership to TU and to ourregion and we really appreciate you representing our chapter To Pisgah TU members Mike Mihalas and Zoe Mihalas - thanks for leadingthe way with STREAM Girls at Camp Wabak Bigger things are in store fornext year but thanks to these important rst steps were o to a strongstart to taking a larger role in this incredible program

Be on the lookout for Poachers

Even with the Hatchery Supported Water open for anglers who want tocatch and keep trout poaching in all our waters is a signicant andgrowing concern Its gotten so bad that NCWRC had trouble pre-loading the Hatchery Supported waters with sh because the poacherswould just come right in and clean them out Youd think poachers would mostly operate in the dead of night or faraway from other anglers Thats not always the case According toocials from the NCWRC and DuPont State Forest a lot of poaching

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 510

takes place in a crowd where the poacher has the benet of blending in In visiting with Erick Folk from DuPont I learned that one guy wasapprehended with a yrod in hand Down one leg of his waders hedstued a mini spin casting rig loaded with a treble-hook crank bait anddown the other he had stued you guessed it several sh hed caughtand killed in the freshly stocked DH waters Thats not only stupid illegal and expensive - its just plain icky

ldquoPoaching includes the illegal taking of game sh plants trespassinglittering theft and destruction of property With this new program and

partnership we can work together to protect our resources for the futureenjoyment of all North Caroliniansrdquo

Lt BJ Meyer assistant training director and communications supervisor for

the Commissionrsquos Law Enforcement Division

If you see someone poaching we encourage you to report the violationto the NCWRC They even have a program rewarding those who turn inpoachers ($100 to $1000 paid out of the ne assessed) and there arefour ways to do it

Via website httpswwwtipsubmitcomwebtipformswebformaspxid=127ampAgencyID=1304

Via mobile app To install the free app search for TipSoft orTipSubmit in the Google Play store (Android) or the Apple App Store(iOS)

Via text To submit an anonymous tip through text messaging typeWILDTIP and your message then send it to 274637 (CRIMES on mostcell phones) Texts are anonymous so senders must identify themselves

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 610

in the body of the text in order to claim a reward Message and datarates may apply Via phone To submit a tip via phone for reward or anonymouslydial 1-855-WILDTIP The hotline is available 24 hours a day to handlecalls from concerned citizens This phone number is only for poaching-specic violations For all other wildlife violations questions and concerns call 1-800-662-7137 For more information on the program visit httpwwwncwildlifeorgNewswildlife-resources-commission-introduces-new-turn-in-poachers-program

2018 Pisgah TU Fly Fishing School

Just a couple of spots remain for those interested in attending thePisgah TU 2018 Fly Fishing School For only $150 students receive awhole day of seminar and hands-on instruction and a half-day ofpersonally-mentored shing on a trout stream with one of our highly-skilled chapter volunteers

Welcome and IntroductionEssential Equipment and Fun StuFly Lines Knots and Line ManagementFly Selection and Stream TacticsCasting TechniquesFly Tying 101

After the welcome and introduction well break out into smaller groupsso all students will get personal attention and help from our volunteersta Somewhere in there well mix in donuts coee and lunch (alsoincluded in the tuition)

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 710

All equipment will be provided - if you have your own rod and reel feelfree to bring them along with you Waders arent necessary - but werecommend layered clothing and comfortable shoes To sign up visit httpspisgahTUorgSchool You can pay securelyusing your credit or debit card to complete your registration

Snags amp Snarls Contributors Sought

Dear Members and Friends By now I hope many of you haveread and enjoyed the Spring 2018Edition of our chapter magazineSnags amp Snarls According to ourstatistics about 225 of our 400members have read the magazine More impressive is that its beingshared with other organizations andchapters and our total circulation isright at 1000 individual readers

Thanks to all whove shared the magazine and have expressedappreciation Also a huge thanks to Heath Cartee and Sam Cathey forsharing their stories

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 810

Im seeking contributions for our Summer edition due out in very lateJune These can be trip reports event recaps personal storiesobservations opinion pieces local programs conservation eortsoriginal ction gear reviews - pretty much anything of interest to ourmembers and friends I draw the line at politics but current and environmental issues are fairgame provided they are of local or regional interest For instance arespectful discussion of climate change or perspectives on mixed trailusage in our forests would be most welcome You dont have to be Hemingway Thoreau Walton or Shakespeare Iwill massage your copy to make it t and ow better for our readerswhile doing my best to preserve your own voice style and intent If youre out and about take your camera and take lots and lots ofpictures this spring and send them along Dont be shy - none of us isAnsel Adams Snags amp Snarls is OUR newsletter and the more voices we hear themore it becomes a reection of our diverse passions and interests Evenif I disagree with a particular opinion or point of view I promise to treatit with diligence dignity and respect I invite you to participate in anyway you can and I look forward to hearing from you You can contact me any time via email at charlescoldriverstudioorg If you have les (pictures video etc) to send I have a simple way tomake that a breeze Have a terric spring and I hope to see you on the water Charles Crolley Editor Snags amp Snarls

On The Calendar

Thursday April 19-Saturday April 20 2018 Carolina Cane Gatheringat ECUSTA Brewing amp Sycamore Flats in Pisgah National Forest

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April 21 (MountainTrue) French Broad Riverkeeper Beer Series PickupPaddle Party at Sanctuary Brewing Company httpbitly2EJ0FOV April 21 (MountainTrue) Watauga Riverkeeper High Country Earth DayRiver Cleanups httpbitly2HkHikk Thursday April 26 at 630 Pisgah TU monthly board meeting at theMills River Restaurant in Mills River All chapter members are invitedand welcome Its a great way to bring issues to the boards attentionand learn more about what Pisgah TU is doing and how Pisgah TUworks Saturday April 28 Pisgah TUs 2018 Flyshing School Whetheryoure a student or volunteer its gonna be a great time Be sure tosave the date on your calendar httpspisgahTUorgSchool Friday May 4 Fly Fishing Film Tour FREE SHOWING at Oskar BluesBrewery in Brevard Bring a lawn chair and an appetite come thirstyand stu a few bills in your pocket to win fabulous rae prizes andsupport your favorite chapter of Trout Unlimited Saturday May 5 Pisgah Pride Day Pitch in with Pisgah TU as weconduct a big cleanup along the highway in cooperation with some ofour ne partners Thursday May 10 at 700 Pisgah TU chapter meeting at the DFRRoom in Brevard

The Last Cast

Settle in with a cup of coee and enjoy this wonderful video from TroutUnlimited Way of a Trout Its dated and timeless all at once Many thanks to chapter member and our good friend Ken Chase forbringing this wonderful treasure back to our attention

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Way of A Trout - about 30 minutes and worth every one of them

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Movies start at 8 but get there plenty early to enjoy a pre-show biteand beverage and stake out the best watchin holes Heck you can even bring the family pooch along for the show See you there

THANK YOU To Pisgah TU members Debbie Gillespie Sam Cathey Carole Deddy andothers (Im sure there are some of you we dont know about but thatdoesnt mean youre not appreciated) whove given their time and care toour partner organizations like Casting for Recovery and Project HealingWaters Your service to others is outstanding and means a great deal to somany Well talk a lot more about these projects and service opportunities inthe next edition of Snags amp Snarls To Pisgah TU members Dale Buxton Nick Fisher Skip Sheldon and JimRumbough who stepped up this week to help our sister chapter Land O SkyTU with the Orvis Guide Rendezvous in Asheville Thats an outstandingdemonstration of teamwork dedication and partnership to TU and to ourregion and we really appreciate you representing our chapter To Pisgah TU members Mike Mihalas and Zoe Mihalas - thanks for leadingthe way with STREAM Girls at Camp Wabak Bigger things are in store fornext year but thanks to these important rst steps were o to a strongstart to taking a larger role in this incredible program

Be on the lookout for Poachers

Even with the Hatchery Supported Water open for anglers who want tocatch and keep trout poaching in all our waters is a signicant andgrowing concern Its gotten so bad that NCWRC had trouble pre-loading the Hatchery Supported waters with sh because the poacherswould just come right in and clean them out Youd think poachers would mostly operate in the dead of night or faraway from other anglers Thats not always the case According toocials from the NCWRC and DuPont State Forest a lot of poaching

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takes place in a crowd where the poacher has the benet of blending in In visiting with Erick Folk from DuPont I learned that one guy wasapprehended with a yrod in hand Down one leg of his waders hedstued a mini spin casting rig loaded with a treble-hook crank bait anddown the other he had stued you guessed it several sh hed caughtand killed in the freshly stocked DH waters Thats not only stupid illegal and expensive - its just plain icky

ldquoPoaching includes the illegal taking of game sh plants trespassinglittering theft and destruction of property With this new program and

partnership we can work together to protect our resources for the futureenjoyment of all North Caroliniansrdquo

Lt BJ Meyer assistant training director and communications supervisor for

the Commissionrsquos Law Enforcement Division

If you see someone poaching we encourage you to report the violationto the NCWRC They even have a program rewarding those who turn inpoachers ($100 to $1000 paid out of the ne assessed) and there arefour ways to do it

Via website httpswwwtipsubmitcomwebtipformswebformaspxid=127ampAgencyID=1304

Via mobile app To install the free app search for TipSoft orTipSubmit in the Google Play store (Android) or the Apple App Store(iOS)

Via text To submit an anonymous tip through text messaging typeWILDTIP and your message then send it to 274637 (CRIMES on mostcell phones) Texts are anonymous so senders must identify themselves

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in the body of the text in order to claim a reward Message and datarates may apply Via phone To submit a tip via phone for reward or anonymouslydial 1-855-WILDTIP The hotline is available 24 hours a day to handlecalls from concerned citizens This phone number is only for poaching-specic violations For all other wildlife violations questions and concerns call 1-800-662-7137 For more information on the program visit httpwwwncwildlifeorgNewswildlife-resources-commission-introduces-new-turn-in-poachers-program

2018 Pisgah TU Fly Fishing School

Just a couple of spots remain for those interested in attending thePisgah TU 2018 Fly Fishing School For only $150 students receive awhole day of seminar and hands-on instruction and a half-day ofpersonally-mentored shing on a trout stream with one of our highly-skilled chapter volunteers

Welcome and IntroductionEssential Equipment and Fun StuFly Lines Knots and Line ManagementFly Selection and Stream TacticsCasting TechniquesFly Tying 101

After the welcome and introduction well break out into smaller groupsso all students will get personal attention and help from our volunteersta Somewhere in there well mix in donuts coee and lunch (alsoincluded in the tuition)

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All equipment will be provided - if you have your own rod and reel feelfree to bring them along with you Waders arent necessary - but werecommend layered clothing and comfortable shoes To sign up visit httpspisgahTUorgSchool You can pay securelyusing your credit or debit card to complete your registration

Snags amp Snarls Contributors Sought

Dear Members and Friends By now I hope many of you haveread and enjoyed the Spring 2018Edition of our chapter magazineSnags amp Snarls According to ourstatistics about 225 of our 400members have read the magazine More impressive is that its beingshared with other organizations andchapters and our total circulation isright at 1000 individual readers

Thanks to all whove shared the magazine and have expressedappreciation Also a huge thanks to Heath Cartee and Sam Cathey forsharing their stories

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

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Im seeking contributions for our Summer edition due out in very lateJune These can be trip reports event recaps personal storiesobservations opinion pieces local programs conservation eortsoriginal ction gear reviews - pretty much anything of interest to ourmembers and friends I draw the line at politics but current and environmental issues are fairgame provided they are of local or regional interest For instance arespectful discussion of climate change or perspectives on mixed trailusage in our forests would be most welcome You dont have to be Hemingway Thoreau Walton or Shakespeare Iwill massage your copy to make it t and ow better for our readerswhile doing my best to preserve your own voice style and intent If youre out and about take your camera and take lots and lots ofpictures this spring and send them along Dont be shy - none of us isAnsel Adams Snags amp Snarls is OUR newsletter and the more voices we hear themore it becomes a reection of our diverse passions and interests Evenif I disagree with a particular opinion or point of view I promise to treatit with diligence dignity and respect I invite you to participate in anyway you can and I look forward to hearing from you You can contact me any time via email at charlescoldriverstudioorg If you have les (pictures video etc) to send I have a simple way tomake that a breeze Have a terric spring and I hope to see you on the water Charles Crolley Editor Snags amp Snarls

On The Calendar

Thursday April 19-Saturday April 20 2018 Carolina Cane Gatheringat ECUSTA Brewing amp Sycamore Flats in Pisgah National Forest

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6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

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April 21 (MountainTrue) French Broad Riverkeeper Beer Series PickupPaddle Party at Sanctuary Brewing Company httpbitly2EJ0FOV April 21 (MountainTrue) Watauga Riverkeeper High Country Earth DayRiver Cleanups httpbitly2HkHikk Thursday April 26 at 630 Pisgah TU monthly board meeting at theMills River Restaurant in Mills River All chapter members are invitedand welcome Its a great way to bring issues to the boards attentionand learn more about what Pisgah TU is doing and how Pisgah TUworks Saturday April 28 Pisgah TUs 2018 Flyshing School Whetheryoure a student or volunteer its gonna be a great time Be sure tosave the date on your calendar httpspisgahTUorgSchool Friday May 4 Fly Fishing Film Tour FREE SHOWING at Oskar BluesBrewery in Brevard Bring a lawn chair and an appetite come thirstyand stu a few bills in your pocket to win fabulous rae prizes andsupport your favorite chapter of Trout Unlimited Saturday May 5 Pisgah Pride Day Pitch in with Pisgah TU as weconduct a big cleanup along the highway in cooperation with some ofour ne partners Thursday May 10 at 700 Pisgah TU chapter meeting at the DFRRoom in Brevard

The Last Cast

Settle in with a cup of coee and enjoy this wonderful video from TroutUnlimited Way of a Trout Its dated and timeless all at once Many thanks to chapter member and our good friend Ken Chase forbringing this wonderful treasure back to our attention

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Way of A Trout - about 30 minutes and worth every one of them

Copyright copy 2018 The Pisgah Chapter of Trout Unlimited All rights reserved

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6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

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takes place in a crowd where the poacher has the benet of blending in In visiting with Erick Folk from DuPont I learned that one guy wasapprehended with a yrod in hand Down one leg of his waders hedstued a mini spin casting rig loaded with a treble-hook crank bait anddown the other he had stued you guessed it several sh hed caughtand killed in the freshly stocked DH waters Thats not only stupid illegal and expensive - its just plain icky

ldquoPoaching includes the illegal taking of game sh plants trespassinglittering theft and destruction of property With this new program and

partnership we can work together to protect our resources for the futureenjoyment of all North Caroliniansrdquo

Lt BJ Meyer assistant training director and communications supervisor for

the Commissionrsquos Law Enforcement Division

If you see someone poaching we encourage you to report the violationto the NCWRC They even have a program rewarding those who turn inpoachers ($100 to $1000 paid out of the ne assessed) and there arefour ways to do it

Via website httpswwwtipsubmitcomwebtipformswebformaspxid=127ampAgencyID=1304

Via mobile app To install the free app search for TipSoft orTipSubmit in the Google Play store (Android) or the Apple App Store(iOS)

Via text To submit an anonymous tip through text messaging typeWILDTIP and your message then send it to 274637 (CRIMES on mostcell phones) Texts are anonymous so senders must identify themselves

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 610

in the body of the text in order to claim a reward Message and datarates may apply Via phone To submit a tip via phone for reward or anonymouslydial 1-855-WILDTIP The hotline is available 24 hours a day to handlecalls from concerned citizens This phone number is only for poaching-specic violations For all other wildlife violations questions and concerns call 1-800-662-7137 For more information on the program visit httpwwwncwildlifeorgNewswildlife-resources-commission-introduces-new-turn-in-poachers-program

2018 Pisgah TU Fly Fishing School

Just a couple of spots remain for those interested in attending thePisgah TU 2018 Fly Fishing School For only $150 students receive awhole day of seminar and hands-on instruction and a half-day ofpersonally-mentored shing on a trout stream with one of our highly-skilled chapter volunteers

Welcome and IntroductionEssential Equipment and Fun StuFly Lines Knots and Line ManagementFly Selection and Stream TacticsCasting TechniquesFly Tying 101

After the welcome and introduction well break out into smaller groupsso all students will get personal attention and help from our volunteersta Somewhere in there well mix in donuts coee and lunch (alsoincluded in the tuition)

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 710

All equipment will be provided - if you have your own rod and reel feelfree to bring them along with you Waders arent necessary - but werecommend layered clothing and comfortable shoes To sign up visit httpspisgahTUorgSchool You can pay securelyusing your credit or debit card to complete your registration

Snags amp Snarls Contributors Sought

Dear Members and Friends By now I hope many of you haveread and enjoyed the Spring 2018Edition of our chapter magazineSnags amp Snarls According to ourstatistics about 225 of our 400members have read the magazine More impressive is that its beingshared with other organizations andchapters and our total circulation isright at 1000 individual readers

Thanks to all whove shared the magazine and have expressedappreciation Also a huge thanks to Heath Cartee and Sam Cathey forsharing their stories

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 810

Im seeking contributions for our Summer edition due out in very lateJune These can be trip reports event recaps personal storiesobservations opinion pieces local programs conservation eortsoriginal ction gear reviews - pretty much anything of interest to ourmembers and friends I draw the line at politics but current and environmental issues are fairgame provided they are of local or regional interest For instance arespectful discussion of climate change or perspectives on mixed trailusage in our forests would be most welcome You dont have to be Hemingway Thoreau Walton or Shakespeare Iwill massage your copy to make it t and ow better for our readerswhile doing my best to preserve your own voice style and intent If youre out and about take your camera and take lots and lots ofpictures this spring and send them along Dont be shy - none of us isAnsel Adams Snags amp Snarls is OUR newsletter and the more voices we hear themore it becomes a reection of our diverse passions and interests Evenif I disagree with a particular opinion or point of view I promise to treatit with diligence dignity and respect I invite you to participate in anyway you can and I look forward to hearing from you You can contact me any time via email at charlescoldriverstudioorg If you have les (pictures video etc) to send I have a simple way tomake that a breeze Have a terric spring and I hope to see you on the water Charles Crolley Editor Snags amp Snarls

On The Calendar

Thursday April 19-Saturday April 20 2018 Carolina Cane Gatheringat ECUSTA Brewing amp Sycamore Flats in Pisgah National Forest

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 910

April 21 (MountainTrue) French Broad Riverkeeper Beer Series PickupPaddle Party at Sanctuary Brewing Company httpbitly2EJ0FOV April 21 (MountainTrue) Watauga Riverkeeper High Country Earth DayRiver Cleanups httpbitly2HkHikk Thursday April 26 at 630 Pisgah TU monthly board meeting at theMills River Restaurant in Mills River All chapter members are invitedand welcome Its a great way to bring issues to the boards attentionand learn more about what Pisgah TU is doing and how Pisgah TUworks Saturday April 28 Pisgah TUs 2018 Flyshing School Whetheryoure a student or volunteer its gonna be a great time Be sure tosave the date on your calendar httpspisgahTUorgSchool Friday May 4 Fly Fishing Film Tour FREE SHOWING at Oskar BluesBrewery in Brevard Bring a lawn chair and an appetite come thirstyand stu a few bills in your pocket to win fabulous rae prizes andsupport your favorite chapter of Trout Unlimited Saturday May 5 Pisgah Pride Day Pitch in with Pisgah TU as weconduct a big cleanup along the highway in cooperation with some ofour ne partners Thursday May 10 at 700 Pisgah TU chapter meeting at the DFRRoom in Brevard

The Last Cast

Settle in with a cup of coee and enjoy this wonderful video from TroutUnlimited Way of a Trout Its dated and timeless all at once Many thanks to chapter member and our good friend Ken Chase forbringing this wonderful treasure back to our attention

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 1010

Way of A Trout - about 30 minutes and worth every one of them

Copyright copy 2018 The Pisgah Chapter of Trout Unlimited All rights reserved

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Subscribe Past Issues Translate

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6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 610

in the body of the text in order to claim a reward Message and datarates may apply Via phone To submit a tip via phone for reward or anonymouslydial 1-855-WILDTIP The hotline is available 24 hours a day to handlecalls from concerned citizens This phone number is only for poaching-specic violations For all other wildlife violations questions and concerns call 1-800-662-7137 For more information on the program visit httpwwwncwildlifeorgNewswildlife-resources-commission-introduces-new-turn-in-poachers-program

2018 Pisgah TU Fly Fishing School

Just a couple of spots remain for those interested in attending thePisgah TU 2018 Fly Fishing School For only $150 students receive awhole day of seminar and hands-on instruction and a half-day ofpersonally-mentored shing on a trout stream with one of our highly-skilled chapter volunteers

Welcome and IntroductionEssential Equipment and Fun StuFly Lines Knots and Line ManagementFly Selection and Stream TacticsCasting TechniquesFly Tying 101

After the welcome and introduction well break out into smaller groupsso all students will get personal attention and help from our volunteersta Somewhere in there well mix in donuts coee and lunch (alsoincluded in the tuition)

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 710

All equipment will be provided - if you have your own rod and reel feelfree to bring them along with you Waders arent necessary - but werecommend layered clothing and comfortable shoes To sign up visit httpspisgahTUorgSchool You can pay securelyusing your credit or debit card to complete your registration

Snags amp Snarls Contributors Sought

Dear Members and Friends By now I hope many of you haveread and enjoyed the Spring 2018Edition of our chapter magazineSnags amp Snarls According to ourstatistics about 225 of our 400members have read the magazine More impressive is that its beingshared with other organizations andchapters and our total circulation isright at 1000 individual readers

Thanks to all whove shared the magazine and have expressedappreciation Also a huge thanks to Heath Cartee and Sam Cathey forsharing their stories

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 810

Im seeking contributions for our Summer edition due out in very lateJune These can be trip reports event recaps personal storiesobservations opinion pieces local programs conservation eortsoriginal ction gear reviews - pretty much anything of interest to ourmembers and friends I draw the line at politics but current and environmental issues are fairgame provided they are of local or regional interest For instance arespectful discussion of climate change or perspectives on mixed trailusage in our forests would be most welcome You dont have to be Hemingway Thoreau Walton or Shakespeare Iwill massage your copy to make it t and ow better for our readerswhile doing my best to preserve your own voice style and intent If youre out and about take your camera and take lots and lots ofpictures this spring and send them along Dont be shy - none of us isAnsel Adams Snags amp Snarls is OUR newsletter and the more voices we hear themore it becomes a reection of our diverse passions and interests Evenif I disagree with a particular opinion or point of view I promise to treatit with diligence dignity and respect I invite you to participate in anyway you can and I look forward to hearing from you You can contact me any time via email at charlescoldriverstudioorg If you have les (pictures video etc) to send I have a simple way tomake that a breeze Have a terric spring and I hope to see you on the water Charles Crolley Editor Snags amp Snarls

On The Calendar

Thursday April 19-Saturday April 20 2018 Carolina Cane Gatheringat ECUSTA Brewing amp Sycamore Flats in Pisgah National Forest

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

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April 21 (MountainTrue) French Broad Riverkeeper Beer Series PickupPaddle Party at Sanctuary Brewing Company httpbitly2EJ0FOV April 21 (MountainTrue) Watauga Riverkeeper High Country Earth DayRiver Cleanups httpbitly2HkHikk Thursday April 26 at 630 Pisgah TU monthly board meeting at theMills River Restaurant in Mills River All chapter members are invitedand welcome Its a great way to bring issues to the boards attentionand learn more about what Pisgah TU is doing and how Pisgah TUworks Saturday April 28 Pisgah TUs 2018 Flyshing School Whetheryoure a student or volunteer its gonna be a great time Be sure tosave the date on your calendar httpspisgahTUorgSchool Friday May 4 Fly Fishing Film Tour FREE SHOWING at Oskar BluesBrewery in Brevard Bring a lawn chair and an appetite come thirstyand stu a few bills in your pocket to win fabulous rae prizes andsupport your favorite chapter of Trout Unlimited Saturday May 5 Pisgah Pride Day Pitch in with Pisgah TU as weconduct a big cleanup along the highway in cooperation with some ofour ne partners Thursday May 10 at 700 Pisgah TU chapter meeting at the DFRRoom in Brevard

The Last Cast

Settle in with a cup of coee and enjoy this wonderful video from TroutUnlimited Way of a Trout Its dated and timeless all at once Many thanks to chapter member and our good friend Ken Chase forbringing this wonderful treasure back to our attention

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 1010

Way of A Trout - about 30 minutes and worth every one of them

Copyright copy 2018 The Pisgah Chapter of Trout Unlimited All rights reserved

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6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 710

All equipment will be provided - if you have your own rod and reel feelfree to bring them along with you Waders arent necessary - but werecommend layered clothing and comfortable shoes To sign up visit httpspisgahTUorgSchool You can pay securelyusing your credit or debit card to complete your registration

Snags amp Snarls Contributors Sought

Dear Members and Friends By now I hope many of you haveread and enjoyed the Spring 2018Edition of our chapter magazineSnags amp Snarls According to ourstatistics about 225 of our 400members have read the magazine More impressive is that its beingshared with other organizations andchapters and our total circulation isright at 1000 individual readers

Thanks to all whove shared the magazine and have expressedappreciation Also a huge thanks to Heath Cartee and Sam Cathey forsharing their stories

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 810

Im seeking contributions for our Summer edition due out in very lateJune These can be trip reports event recaps personal storiesobservations opinion pieces local programs conservation eortsoriginal ction gear reviews - pretty much anything of interest to ourmembers and friends I draw the line at politics but current and environmental issues are fairgame provided they are of local or regional interest For instance arespectful discussion of climate change or perspectives on mixed trailusage in our forests would be most welcome You dont have to be Hemingway Thoreau Walton or Shakespeare Iwill massage your copy to make it t and ow better for our readerswhile doing my best to preserve your own voice style and intent If youre out and about take your camera and take lots and lots ofpictures this spring and send them along Dont be shy - none of us isAnsel Adams Snags amp Snarls is OUR newsletter and the more voices we hear themore it becomes a reection of our diverse passions and interests Evenif I disagree with a particular opinion or point of view I promise to treatit with diligence dignity and respect I invite you to participate in anyway you can and I look forward to hearing from you You can contact me any time via email at charlescoldriverstudioorg If you have les (pictures video etc) to send I have a simple way tomake that a breeze Have a terric spring and I hope to see you on the water Charles Crolley Editor Snags amp Snarls

On The Calendar

Thursday April 19-Saturday April 20 2018 Carolina Cane Gatheringat ECUSTA Brewing amp Sycamore Flats in Pisgah National Forest

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 910

April 21 (MountainTrue) French Broad Riverkeeper Beer Series PickupPaddle Party at Sanctuary Brewing Company httpbitly2EJ0FOV April 21 (MountainTrue) Watauga Riverkeeper High Country Earth DayRiver Cleanups httpbitly2HkHikk Thursday April 26 at 630 Pisgah TU monthly board meeting at theMills River Restaurant in Mills River All chapter members are invitedand welcome Its a great way to bring issues to the boards attentionand learn more about what Pisgah TU is doing and how Pisgah TUworks Saturday April 28 Pisgah TUs 2018 Flyshing School Whetheryoure a student or volunteer its gonna be a great time Be sure tosave the date on your calendar httpspisgahTUorgSchool Friday May 4 Fly Fishing Film Tour FREE SHOWING at Oskar BluesBrewery in Brevard Bring a lawn chair and an appetite come thirstyand stu a few bills in your pocket to win fabulous rae prizes andsupport your favorite chapter of Trout Unlimited Saturday May 5 Pisgah Pride Day Pitch in with Pisgah TU as weconduct a big cleanup along the highway in cooperation with some ofour ne partners Thursday May 10 at 700 Pisgah TU chapter meeting at the DFRRoom in Brevard

The Last Cast

Settle in with a cup of coee and enjoy this wonderful video from TroutUnlimited Way of a Trout Its dated and timeless all at once Many thanks to chapter member and our good friend Ken Chase forbringing this wonderful treasure back to our attention

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

httpsmailchimp48d36d9b4f20your-weekly-update-from-pisgah-tue=[UNIQID] 1010

Way of A Trout - about 30 minutes and worth every one of them

Copyright copy 2018 The Pisgah Chapter of Trout Unlimited All rights reserved

Want to change how you receive these emails You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

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6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

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Im seeking contributions for our Summer edition due out in very lateJune These can be trip reports event recaps personal storiesobservations opinion pieces local programs conservation eortsoriginal ction gear reviews - pretty much anything of interest to ourmembers and friends I draw the line at politics but current and environmental issues are fairgame provided they are of local or regional interest For instance arespectful discussion of climate change or perspectives on mixed trailusage in our forests would be most welcome You dont have to be Hemingway Thoreau Walton or Shakespeare Iwill massage your copy to make it t and ow better for our readerswhile doing my best to preserve your own voice style and intent If youre out and about take your camera and take lots and lots ofpictures this spring and send them along Dont be shy - none of us isAnsel Adams Snags amp Snarls is OUR newsletter and the more voices we hear themore it becomes a reection of our diverse passions and interests Evenif I disagree with a particular opinion or point of view I promise to treatit with diligence dignity and respect I invite you to participate in anyway you can and I look forward to hearing from you You can contact me any time via email at charlescoldriverstudioorg If you have les (pictures video etc) to send I have a simple way tomake that a breeze Have a terric spring and I hope to see you on the water Charles Crolley Editor Snags amp Snarls

On The Calendar

Thursday April 19-Saturday April 20 2018 Carolina Cane Gatheringat ECUSTA Brewing amp Sycamore Flats in Pisgah National Forest

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April 21 (MountainTrue) French Broad Riverkeeper Beer Series PickupPaddle Party at Sanctuary Brewing Company httpbitly2EJ0FOV April 21 (MountainTrue) Watauga Riverkeeper High Country Earth DayRiver Cleanups httpbitly2HkHikk Thursday April 26 at 630 Pisgah TU monthly board meeting at theMills River Restaurant in Mills River All chapter members are invitedand welcome Its a great way to bring issues to the boards attentionand learn more about what Pisgah TU is doing and how Pisgah TUworks Saturday April 28 Pisgah TUs 2018 Flyshing School Whetheryoure a student or volunteer its gonna be a great time Be sure tosave the date on your calendar httpspisgahTUorgSchool Friday May 4 Fly Fishing Film Tour FREE SHOWING at Oskar BluesBrewery in Brevard Bring a lawn chair and an appetite come thirstyand stu a few bills in your pocket to win fabulous rae prizes andsupport your favorite chapter of Trout Unlimited Saturday May 5 Pisgah Pride Day Pitch in with Pisgah TU as weconduct a big cleanup along the highway in cooperation with some ofour ne partners Thursday May 10 at 700 Pisgah TU chapter meeting at the DFRRoom in Brevard

The Last Cast

Settle in with a cup of coee and enjoy this wonderful video from TroutUnlimited Way of a Trout Its dated and timeless all at once Many thanks to chapter member and our good friend Ken Chase forbringing this wonderful treasure back to our attention

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Way of A Trout - about 30 minutes and worth every one of them

Copyright copy 2018 The Pisgah Chapter of Trout Unlimited All rights reserved

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April 21 (MountainTrue) French Broad Riverkeeper Beer Series PickupPaddle Party at Sanctuary Brewing Company httpbitly2EJ0FOV April 21 (MountainTrue) Watauga Riverkeeper High Country Earth DayRiver Cleanups httpbitly2HkHikk Thursday April 26 at 630 Pisgah TU monthly board meeting at theMills River Restaurant in Mills River All chapter members are invitedand welcome Its a great way to bring issues to the boards attentionand learn more about what Pisgah TU is doing and how Pisgah TUworks Saturday April 28 Pisgah TUs 2018 Flyshing School Whetheryoure a student or volunteer its gonna be a great time Be sure tosave the date on your calendar httpspisgahTUorgSchool Friday May 4 Fly Fishing Film Tour FREE SHOWING at Oskar BluesBrewery in Brevard Bring a lawn chair and an appetite come thirstyand stu a few bills in your pocket to win fabulous rae prizes andsupport your favorite chapter of Trout Unlimited Saturday May 5 Pisgah Pride Day Pitch in with Pisgah TU as weconduct a big cleanup along the highway in cooperation with some ofour ne partners Thursday May 10 at 700 Pisgah TU chapter meeting at the DFRRoom in Brevard

The Last Cast

Settle in with a cup of coee and enjoy this wonderful video from TroutUnlimited Way of a Trout Its dated and timeless all at once Many thanks to chapter member and our good friend Ken Chase forbringing this wonderful treasure back to our attention

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6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

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Way of A Trout - about 30 minutes and worth every one of them

Copyright copy 2018 The Pisgah Chapter of Trout Unlimited All rights reserved

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6202018 Your Weekly Update from Pisgah TU

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Way of A Trout - about 30 minutes and worth every one of them

Copyright copy 2018 The Pisgah Chapter of Trout Unlimited All rights reserved

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