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SUMMARY:Youth School (members only)
DESCRIPTION:IF YOU ARE WILLING TO VOLUNTEER TO ASSIST IN LEADERSHIP OF THIS PROJECT PLEASE CONTACT A BOARD MEMBER OR THE WEBMISTRESS. \n\n  \n \nYouth School provides an enjoyable and positive fly fishing experience for young people (age 7-16) while educating them in all aspects of fly fishing. They will be taught stream-side safety and etiquette. They will learn about the different kinds of fly rods\, reels\, lines\, and leaders. Fly rods will be provided so that each student will learn the proper methods of casting. Then\, with school-supplied tools and materials\, they will be taught how to tie a streamer and a dry fly which they will use in the afternoon to catch fish. \nOur instructors are club members who are avid fly fishers and are eager to share their talents and knowledge with the students\, who may someday join our club and meet with us in our favorite fishing holes. \nInvite a young person to come and join us for a fun filled day that we are sure they will remember for a long time! \n\nTarget Age: young people between the ages of 7 and 16\nEvent Date: TBD 2026 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.\nMeals:\nCost: There is no cost for the school. All dues paying members may sponsor a young person for this school.\nLocation: Michigan State University Toll Gate Center\, located at Meadowbrook Road and 12 Mile Road in Novi\, Michigan\nEnrollment Deadline: TBD 2026\n\nThe agenda will be communicated to participants prior to the end of April. \nA chairperson is needed for this event.
URL:https://mffc.org/event/youth-school/
LOCATION:TBD
CATEGORIES:Education,Events,Kids,Outings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260510
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SUMMARY:Dick Schot New Member Outing at Wa Wa Sum
DESCRIPTION:Individuals that were not able to make it this year\, are still eligible next year. \n\nMichigan Fly Fishing Club – New Members Outing\nThe MFFC New Members outing will be held again at Michigan State University’s WaWaSum Lodge.  The lodge is located about 7 miles East of Grayling\, MI on the Au Sable River. \nWe will be checking in on Wednesday the 6th of May after 3 PM and checking out on the Saturday\, May 9th by 11 AM. \nThe cost is $ 290 per person.  This includes meals and lodging. \nMake your check out to Michigan Fly Fishing Club (or MFFC).  I would like to have the checks dated May 1\, 2026.  I give the payment to the club right after the trip.  If you have to cancel I can just return your check or rip it up.  When you date your check for May 1 you know I will present it to the Club after the trip.  Your check is your reservation.  I am starting the reservation list now. \nIn the past we have asked for donations for our club guides as they work very hard to provide quality\, expertise and resources to the experience. \nWe do not have speakers lined up yet\, but will hopefully provide for a presentation every night. \nThe accomodations are separate rooms that hold three to four people per room.  We do the best we can to shuffle the assignments around in order to give everyone an appropriate space. \nWhat to bring:\nFly fishing equipment: \n5 wt rod will do nicely.  This is mostly dry fly fishing.  Line and leaders for surface work. \nWaders \nVest with fly fishing tools \nSmall net (Optional) \nSun Glasses \nMoney for flies etc…. \nOther stuff: \nOf course Rain Gear. \nSleeping bag or sheets.  There are bedspreads but no sheets.  These are TWIN beds.  I have found that the sleeping bag is the best option.  Sleep on top of the bed.  No muss no fuss.  There are pillows\, I would not trust them as they are old.  So best bet is to bring your own. \nThere is a large screened in porch.  It has a number of beds on it.  Some have slept there.  Some say it’s nice.  I cannot attest. \nThe porch is a great gathering place to swap stories\, exchange lies and in general plot strategy for fishing. \nExtra pair of dry clothes\, Ive seen people get wet before. \nWading staff is nice to have. \nSleepware…. \nCPAP if needed \nDetails\nWe have lots of room to fish and cast at the lodge.  There are many places along the river to go to for fishing.  There are a few shops in the area for intel and equipment. \nAlso\, if you want to spring for a guide you need to sort that out on your own\, but you can easily take a half day float during this outing. \nContact\nContact details\, please don’t hesitate contacting me with any questions: \nTrip coordinator is myself: \nGlen Easterbrook \nEmail geasterbrook@ameritech.net \nPhone 734-231-5459 \n 
URL:https://mffc.org/event/dick-schot-new-member-outing-wawasum/
LOCATION:Camp Wa Wa Sum\, Whirlpool Road\, Grayling\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Events,Outings,Women
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ORGANIZER;CN="Glen Easterbrook":MAILTO:geasterbrook@ameritech.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260506T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260506T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032648
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T221107Z
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SUMMARY:May Activities Meeting - Lou Tish Featured Tier
DESCRIPTION:Join us for activities night! \n\nOur Featured Tyer will be Lou Tisch tying a few of his most successful flies. If you want to tie some of the Fab Five Flies\, come join us! Materials are provided for people who bring their vises to tie with Lou. (This is a BYOV – Bring your own thread and vise event.)\n\n \n\nOpen casting in the gym\nKen Harfoot will be leading beginning tying\,  all tools and materials are provided. Beginners will be tying the Hammerhead Jerk Bait. For that and other patterns visit the Fly Tying Pattern Archive.\n\n \n\nAccess the Joe Sattler Memorial Library to check out travel\, tying and casting books plus DVDs.\nPurchase Club goods for $5 (patches\, stickers\, license plate frames).\nFor Club hats and shirts contact Vern White or Sybil Hunter.\n\n\n*MFFC business meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. EST\, learn about upcoming events\, volunteer opportunities\, hear fishing reports\, and general Club information. The speaker will take the floor around 8:00 p.m. EST.* \n\nThe Zoom volunteers have retired. If you would like to help out to provide Zoom for future meetings please notify a Board member.
URL:https://mffc.org/event/activities-meeting-lou-tish-featured-tier/
LOCATION:Clarenceville Middle School\, 20210 Middlebelt Rd\, Livonia\, MI\, 48152\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Events,Meetings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Todd Schotts":MAILTO:grizzlyflies@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260513T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260513T210000
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CREATED:20250815T121151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T223109Z
UID:953-1778700600-1778706000@mffc.org
SUMMARY:Board Of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:MFFC Board of Directors meetings are open to all Club members. Contact a Board Member for the Zoom link to attend a Board of Directors meeting.
URL:https://mffc.org/event/board-of-directors-meeting-may/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jon Bada":MAILTO:jonbada@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
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SUMMARY:Smallmouth Outing
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Smallmouth Outing\nPort Austin\, MI\nThursday May 14 though Sunday May 17\, 2026.\nA list of recommended equipment is below for getting you going. \nIf you have other preferences or favorites\, go ahead and bring them. \nHope to see you up on the Flats! \nCost\nThe cost of the Outing is $55 for Short sleeve and $60 if choosing Long-Sleeve shirt\, made payable to Renee Gall by April 15\, 2026. \nThis includes: \n\nAnnual Smallmouth Outing T-Shirt\nPizza party Friday night around campfire (BYOB)\nSaturday is Texas BBQ\nFirewood\, paper products\, etc.\n\nRegistration deadline is April 8th. No refunds given after the registration deadline. \nContact Renee at reneeschatzleygall@gmail.com or  Bob Gall at YooperBob.BG@gmail.com as co-chair. \nAccommodations\nWe typically reserve rooms at the Blue Spruce Motel: \nBlue Spruce Motel & Horseshoe Cabins\n8527 Lake St\, Port Austin\, MI 48467\n989-738-8650 \nEmail Stephanie at the motel; she will send an annual email blast around March 1\, 2026.\, \nFor suggestions of other accommodations\, please ask Renee. \nVolunteering\nMost of us on this outing are seasoned anglers\, and know these waters. We understand the techniques that are used to catch these fish in the various spawning stages. There are a few newbies to this outing and a few that have had some struggles in the past at catching these “smallies” in Port Austin. There is a definite technique to learn in fishing for them\, at this time of the year and place. \nI am looking for volunteers to pair up with these anglers to show the techniques that you\nhave learned\, so everyone can have a great and successful fishing experience. Once they understand and get the feel and start catching fish\, the confidence level rises and they are on their way to a fun and successful weekend of fishing. \nEquipment Recommendations\n\nRods: Bass: 5\, 6\, 7\, or 8 weights – Carp: 7 weight or heavier.\nWaders: Still early in the season\, could be warm or cold; & Chest Waders for sure.\nRain Gear/Wading Jacket: Might be a great idea. Rain is almost a possibility.\nWading Boots: Make sure you have something that will work well on rocks. You will be fishing and wading amongst various rock fields and debris.\nWading Staff: Very much recommended.\nWater Vessels: Due to the high water the last few years\, kayaks\, canoes\, and other water vessels are a great a choice; and make sure to have your life jacket with you. One thing to remember weather can turn nasty so always be prepared.\nLine: The recommendation for the style of flats fishing we do in and around Port Austin is either Floating or Intermediate Lines if the waters are low and even high. If the waters are really high\, sinking lines work great or sink tip lines.\nLeader & Tippet: A straight fluorocarbon line for a leader (for streamers)\, for nymphs the Borger Leader or a Six 6’s western leader (great for windy conditions) which also works good for dries if we end up dry fly fishing (very rare though)\, & the tippet you will want it to be strong enough to hold up with the fish & against the debris that is in the bays (0x\, 1x\, 3x or 8lb\, 12lb\, or 15lb Fluorocarbon)\n\nImportant Notes: If the water temp is 60 to 65 degrees\, then spawning time is on in the shallows. But if the temp is below 60\, then the males will be on the beds and the females in the deeper water (but still able to wade). \nEmerald Shiners and Black Nose Dace’s are the main source of food in Lake Huron. \nFly Recommendations\nFor Smallmouth\n\nGood color choices for flies would be: Chartreuse\, Olive\, Brown\, Yellow\, Purple\, Blue\, or a combination of colors mentioned. (colors depend on the weather & water conditions)\nStreamers (sizes 3/0 thru 10): Minnow Patterns (various Clousers\, Griz’s CT\, Mickey Finn\, Black Nose Dace\, Emerald Shiner\, Griz’s Thumper Series\, Murdich Minnow or a Darter Pattern). Sculpin Flies in Olive\, Brown\, Black & Yellow. Leech Patternsin colors of Olive\, Purple\, Brown or Black. Nymphs (Sizes 12\, 10\, & 8): Sparrow\, Prince Nymph\, my Red Headed Prince Nymph\, Zug Bug\, Pheasant Tail\, Clouser’s Swimming Nymph\, Little Black Stones various Scuds; & any type of Hex\nNymphs Attractor Patterns (sizes 8 to 3/0): Sparkle Grubs\, Barr’s Meat Whistle\, Mickey Finn\, Foam Bomber\, Griz’s Nerdy Hillbilly Streamer\, Griz’s Bad Hair Day\, Schultz’s Kickin’ Chicken\, & Lynch’s D & D.\nCrayfish (Sizes 1/0\, 2\, 4\, & 6): Darkes Sugar Creek Crayfish\, Clouser Crayfish\, Griz’s “DSP” Crayfish or if you have a favorite that will work also.\n\nFor Carp\nYou can use above Nymphs\, (make sure they are weighted though)\, leeches\, Clousers\, or even Crayfish.
URL:https://mffc.org/event/smallmouth-outing/
LOCATION:Blue Spruce Motel & Horseshoe Cabins 8527 Lake St\, Port Austin\, MI 48467\, 8527 Lake St\, Port Austin\, MI\, michigan\, 48467
CATEGORIES:Events,Outings,Women
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ORGANIZER;CN="Renee Gall":MAILTO:reneeschatzleygall@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032648
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T193551Z
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SUMMARY:Banquet Tying Session
DESCRIPTION:Due to a scheduling issue the tying session is cancelled this year.  \n\nAFTERNOON TYING SESSION WITH TBD \n12:00PM – 3:00PM \nMAY 20\, 2026 \n  \nItalian American Banquet Center \n39200 W. Five Mile Rd. \nLivonia\, MI  48152 \nJoin us at the Italian American Banquet Center to enjoy an afternoon with our Guest as they lead a tying session with some of their favorite patterns and share techniques to help to enhance your tying experience. \nCost of the event is $30 and includes pizza and salad for lunch and tying materials. \nPlease note\, no tickets will be sold at the door. \nDeadline to purchase tickets is April 28\, 2026. \n  \nLunch will begin at noon and tying with begin at 1:00 pm.  Doors will be open at 11:30am for you to set up your tying station. \nOur tying sessions are always a fun and enjoyable time.  You will need to bring your vise\, tools and thread.  We hope to see you there. \nAFTERNOON TYING SESSION FLYER (coming soon)
URL:https://mffc.org/event/banquet-tying-session/
LOCATION:Italian American Banquet & Conference Center\, 39200 5 Mile Road\, Livonia\, MI\, 48154
CATEGORIES:Events,Outings
ORGANIZER;CN="James Harris":MAILTO:j.e.harris3033@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032648
CREATED:20250825T141130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T000901Z
UID:41-1779300000-1779312600@mffc.org
SUMMARY:MFFC Club Banquet
DESCRIPTION:Location\nThe annual Michigan Fly Fishing Club Members Banquet will be held at the Italian-American Club in Livonia. \nItalian American Banquet Center 39200 W. Five Mile Rd. Livonia\, MI  48152 \nTickets\nTickets are sold in person prior to the event only. \nDEADLINE TO PURCHASE TICKETS IS 5/6/26. \nNo tickets will be sold at the door. \nTickets are $50 per person with the choice of:  NY Strip\, Chicken Marsala\, Roasted Salmon\, Vegetarian Lasagna or Gluten Free Chicken Marsala. \nTying session canceled this year due to scheduling conflict. This is a separate event. \nKeynote Speaker\nKevin Feenstra\n \nClick here to download the flyer. \n   \nKevin Feenstra\, coveted guide and nationally recognized photographer\, will be this year’s presenter.  \nAutographed books will be available at the banquet hall. Cash and credit accepted. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur evening program will begin at 6:00 pm\, as our social hour begins with a cash bar.  Tickets are available for purchase for the Premium Prize Table\, the Deck of Cards Raffle and the 50/50 drawing.  The door prizes are for our club members and a ticket is provided. \nWe look forward to seeing everyone there for an enjoyable evening!! \nContact Scott Freeburg for info. \n 
URL:https://mffc.org/event/mffc-banquet/
LOCATION:Italian American Banquet & Conference Center\, 39200 5 Mile Road\, Livonia\, MI\, 48154
CATEGORIES:Events,Meetings,Outings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Scott Freeburg":MAILTO:sfree357@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260606T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260606T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032648
CREATED:20260408T134010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T132339Z
UID:1979-1780732800-1780761600@mffc.org
SUMMARY:Scout School 2026
DESCRIPTION:MFFC presents a fun-filled day learning all about fly fishing! This event is open to all registered Girl Scouts and Scouts BSA. Badge earning requirements are based on the Boy Scout Merit Badge requirements. \nWHO: Registered Girl Scouts and Scouts BSA\nWHERE: Wayne County Community College Ted Scott Campus\nWHEN: June 6\, 8:00 AM (sharp) to 4:00 PM.\nCOST: $0\nMB CLASS QUESTIONS: Dave Oakley 313-613-1262 / oak2153@yahoo.com \nPATCHES: We will have patches for sale at end for a $2.00 fee. \n \nWHAT TO BRING: \n● Each troop or group must supply the proper amount of adult leadership.\n● Merit badge application (blue card) signed by a Troop Adult Leader\n● Your own food for the day. Thirty minutes is scheduled as a lunch break.\n● Eye protection and head protection (sunglasses and billed caps).\nDRESS: BSA field or activity uniform\, and weather appropriate dress. The class will be held rain or shine. \nScouts should obtain a copy of the Fly Fishing merit badge pamphlet and be prepared to discuss requirements 1\, 7\, 8\, and 9 before arriving. Merit Badge Counselors will be on hand to certify each scout. \nFishing nearby. \n2026 REGISTRATION FORM (coming soon) \n2026 SCOUT MERIT BADGE FLYER (coming soon) \nFFI PHOTO VIDEO RELEASE \nFeel free to forward this notice to interested scouts.
URL:https://mffc.org/event/scout-school/
LOCATION:Wayne County Community College – Ted Scott Campus\, 9555 Haggerty Rd\, Belleville\, MI\, 48111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Events,Kids
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Oakley":MAILTO:oak2153@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTSTAMP:20260429T032648
CREATED:20260107T152444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T192404Z
UID:1234-1784160000-1784505599@mffc.org
SUMMARY:WaWaSum Bourbon & Browns
DESCRIPTION:WaWaBourbon&Browns2026 Flyer Coming Soon\nJuly 16-19 2026\n$250/person\nAu Sable River’s fabled “Holy Waters”\nIncludes: Bourbon. Meal Plan TBD.\n4 Days & 3 Night stay at the Rustic\nWaWa Sum Lodge\nClick to download the flyer\nBring your Kayak\, Drift Boat\, Canoe or Waders.\nCasting & Biggest Fish Competitions\nAll Members Welcome!\n$50 deposit required to secure your spot!\nLimited Availability (18 beds)\nTo reserve your spot\, call or text\nTom Coleman 248-444-9202\nTJCole6@gmail.com \nJames Harris 313-573-7108\n 
URL:https://mffc.org/event/bourbon-and-browns/
LOCATION:Camp Wa Wa Sum\, Whirlpool Road\, Grayling\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Events,Outings,Women
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ORGANIZER;CN="James Harris":MAILTO:j.e.harris3033@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260718T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260718T143000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032648
CREATED:20240316T161401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T022309Z
UID:2029-1784363400-1784385000@mffc.org
SUMMARY:MFFC Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Come join the fellow Club members at the annual MFFC picnic at Multi Lakes Conservation Association located at 3860 Newton Road\, Commerce Township\, MI 48382. \nPicnic food will be available\, bring your rod\, kayak\, belly boat for fishing! The shooting range will also be available for use. \nIf possible\, please check in with John Eriksson at johneriksson5@aol.com ahead of time to register your dish to pass. \n\nCLICK HERE FOR THIS YEAR’S FLYER (coming soon)
URL:https://mffc.org/event/mffc-picnic/
LOCATION:Multi Lakes Conservation Association\, 3860 Newton Rd\, Commerce Twp\, MI\, 48382\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Kids,Outings,Women
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Eriksson":MAILTO:johneriksson5@aol.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260809
DTSTAMP:20260429T032648
CREATED:20260102T150831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T003607Z
UID:1034-1785542400-1786233599@mffc.org
SUMMARY:Montana Trip - Week 1
DESCRIPTION:As of February 3\, 2026\, there is an opening for a 2 person cabin and a 4 person cabin. \n\nMontana Trip Week One is August 1 to August 8. \nOnce again The Michigan Fly Fishing Club will enjoy a trip to the Yellowstone Park area next year. We have 3 weeks reserved again at Driftwaters Resort\, located in the Madison Valley just downstream from Quake Lake. \nDinner is provided each day except Wednesday evening when we travel to Cooke City. Breakfast and lunch items are also provided for each day. \nWednesday evening\, the tradition is for the group to visit the Eastern side of the Park and stay the night in Cooke City. (The Cooke City trip is paid out of pocket at the time.) This allows us to fish the Eastern side streams\, the Lamar River\, Soda Butte and Slough Creek. \nFor more information\, or to make a reservation\, please contact Al Haxton via email at Infoman984@sbcglobal.net or via phone at 989-889-1893.
URL:https://mffc.org/event/montana-trip-week-1/
LOCATION:Driftwater Resort\, 31 Sagebrush Way\, Cameron\, MT\, 59720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Kids,Outings,Women
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ORGANIZER;CN="Al Haxton":MAILTO:infoman984@sbcglobal.net
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260816
DTSTAMP:20260429T032648
CREATED:20260102T151146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T003930Z
UID:1037-1786147200-1786838399@mffc.org
SUMMARY:Montana Trip - Week 2
DESCRIPTION:As of February 3\, 2026 there is a cabin for 2 still available. \n\nWeek 2 is August 8 to August 15. \nOnce again The Michigan Fly Fishing Club will enjoy a trip to the Yellowstone Park area next year. We have three weeks reserved again at Driftwaters Resort\, located in the Madison Valley just downstream from Quake Lake. \nDuring our visit we provide prepared dinner each day except Wednesday evening\, because the group travels to Cooke City for an over night trip. Breakfast and lunch items are also provided for each day. \nWednesday evening the tradition is for the group to visit the Eastern side of the Park and stay the night in Cooke City – an additional expense. This allows us to fish the Eastern side streams\, the Lamar River\, Soda Butte and Slough Creek. \nFor more information\, or to make a reservation\, please contact Al Haxton via email at Infoman984@sbcglobal.net or via phone at 989-889-1893.
URL:https://mffc.org/event/montana-trip-week-2/
LOCATION:Driftwater Resort\, 31 Sagebrush Way\, Cameron\, MT\, 59720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Kids,Outings,Women
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ORGANIZER;CN="Al Haxton":MAILTO:infoman984@sbcglobal.net
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260823
DTSTAMP:20260429T032648
CREATED:20260103T151351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T004300Z
UID:1039-1786752000-1787443199@mffc.org
SUMMARY:Montana Trip - Week 3
DESCRIPTION:This week is booked full. \n\nMontana Trip Week 3 with The Hunter Boys is August 15 to August 22. \nOnce again The Michigan Fly Fishing Club will enjoy a trip to the Yellowstone Park area. We have 3 weeks reserved again at Driftwaters Resort\, located in the Madison Valley just downstream from Quake Lake. \nDuring our visit we provide prepared dinner each day except Wednesday evening. Wednesday the group travels to Cooke City to fish on the way\, eat together\, and spend the night in the local hotel. Breakfast and lunch items are also provided for each day. \nWednesday evening the tradition is for the group to visit the Eastern side of the Park and stay the night in Cooke City. This trip is additional. This allows us to fish the Eastern side streams\, the Lamar River\, Soda Butte and Slough Creek. \nFor more information\, or to make a reservation\, please contact Al Haxton via email at Infoman984@sbcglobal.net or via phone at 989-889-1893.
URL:https://mffc.org/event/mffc-trip-yellowstone-park-week-3/
LOCATION:Driftwater Resort\, 31 Sagebrush Way\, Cameron\, MT\, 59720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Kids,Outings,Women
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ORGANIZER;CN="Al Haxton":MAILTO:infoman984@sbcglobal.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260916T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260916T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032648
CREATED:20260402T235404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T010514Z
UID:5253-1789587000-1789592400@mffc.org
SUMMARY:September Activities Meeting - Featured Tyer Bill Magee
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for activities night!  \n\nCatch up with friends while tying along with our Featured Tyer Bill Magee. 10 supply kits will be available. Check the Fly Of The Month link for the pattern. Featured tying is a bring your own vice and thread event.\nKen Harfoot will be leading beginning tying\, all tools and materials provided.\nOpen casting in the gym.\nAccess the Joe Sattler Memorial Library to check out travel\, tying and casting books plus DVDs.\nPurchase Club goods for $5 (patches\, stickers\, license plate frames).\n\n*MFFC business meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. EST\, learn about upcoming events\, volunteer opportunities\, hear fishing reports\, and general Club information. The speaker will take the floor around 8:00 p.m. EST.*
URL:https://mffc.org/event/september-activities-meeting-bill-magee/
LOCATION:Clarenceville Middle School\, 20210 Middlebelt Rd\, Livonia\, MI\, 48152\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Todd Schotts":MAILTO:grizzlyflies@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260919T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032648
CREATED:20260409T052806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T213254Z
UID:5231-1789804800-1789920000@mffc.org
SUMMARY:Pointe Mouille Waterfowl Festival - Tying With Kids
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers are needed to represent the MFFC tying wooly buggers with kids. All supplies are provided. \nThe event both celebrates\, and takes place at Pointe Mouillee State Game Area\, a 4\,000+ acre wetland restoration project located on the western shore of Lake Erie in Southeast Michigan. It is located near Rockwood and spans across both Monroe and Wayne counties.  \n\n\n\n\n\nFor directions click here. \nContact John Eriksson\, chairman.
URL:https://mffc.org/event/pointe-mouille-waterfowl-festival-tying-with-kids/
LOCATION:Pointe Mouilee DNR Station\, 37205 Pt. Mouillee Rd.\, Brownstown\, MI\, 48173\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Education,Events,Kids,Outings
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Eriksson":MAILTO:johneriksson5@aol.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTSTAMP:20260429T032648
CREATED:20260106T102841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T174426Z
UID:3751-1789862400-1790294399@mffc.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Driftless Outing
DESCRIPTION:Sept 20\, 2026 – Sept 24\, 2026 (5 nights)\nJoin us for fishing the renowned “driftless area” in western Wisconsin\, approximately a 500 mile driving distance from our metro Detroit area.  There are 13\,000 miles of streams and creeks in the near vicinity of Viroqua\, Wisconsin\, offering easy wading\, an abundance of native trout\,  and a scenic beauty that would be a photographer’s delight. \n____________________________________ \n \nLocation: \nThe Driftless area refers to about 24\,000 sq. miles capturing SW Wisconsin\, SE Minnesota\, NE Iowa\, and NW Illinois.  It is an area that was untouched by glacier flows that occurred thousands of years ago.  It’s a topography characterized by steeply forested hills\, deeply carved river valleys\, spring fed waterfalls\, and some of the coldest trout streams in the country. The area is not the recipient of the leveling and the typical glacier deposits (salt\, clay\, sand \, gravel\, boulders\, etc.) known as “drift”…….hence the name “driftless.”  An estimated 85% of the driftless area resides in Wisconsin.  The central hub of the fly fishing activity lies in the vicinity of the town of Viroqua – the “Grayling” of Wisconsin. \nDates: \nSunday Sep 20\, 2026 through Thurs Sept 24. Departing Friday\, Sept 25.  (5 nights lodging) \nLodging: \nNatureNooks Retreat  (www.naturenooksretreat.com) \nLocated about 9 miles east of Viroqua\, on the West Fork of the Kickapoo River.  Visit the website for a visual of the property and its amenities. Cost per person per night could vary from $50 – $70 depending on total attendees. \nTransportation: \nDriving distance is approximately 500 miles from metro Detroit. \nMeals \nBreakfasts will be provided each morning and brown bag lunches made available daily.  In addition\, three dinner meals will be planned.  Plan to eat out for dinners on the remaining days. \nGuides \nGuides (for at least a half day) are encouraged and will be at your own expense.  Rates are published at www.driftlessangler.com \nTrip Budget: \nBoarding (5 nights lodging at Nature Nooks Retreat) (no taxes) \nFood (5 breakfasts\, 4 brown bag lunches\, 3 dinners) \nTOTAL:     $450 estimated (More specific cost will be forthcoming.) \nAdditional costs to be incurred include:  Guide service\,  misc. meals\, Wisconsin fishing license ($27.50 for first time out of state buyers)\, transportation costs (gas and toll charges). \nAction Needed: \nAs we solidify lodging agreements\, a deposit of $50 will soon be requested. As of now\, the trip may accommodate up to 16 members\, utilizing lodging in addition to Nature Nooks Retreat. \nClub Contact: \nJerry Deputat  9250 N. Rushton Rd\, South Lyon\, MI  48178  (248)798-3089 \n 
URL:https://mffc.org/event/fishing-driftless/
LOCATION:Nature Nooks Retreat\, S4878 County Road S\, Viroqua\, WI\, 54665\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Outings,Women
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jerry Deputat":MAILTO:geralddeputat@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261118T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032648
CREATED:20240821T030108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T004831Z
UID:4250-1795030200-1795035600@mffc.org
SUMMARY:November Activities Meeting - Featured Tyer TBD
DESCRIPTION:Watch this link for updates! \n  \n\n*MFFC business meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. EST\, learn about upcoming events\, volunteer opportunities\, hear fishing reports\, and general Club information. The speaker will take the floor around 8:00 p.m. EST.* \n\n  \nTopic: \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://zoom.us/j/94894893998?pwd=TGYrWnJyd0dCelVxbXdYU1lVVmd5dz09 \nMeeting ID: 948 9489 3998\nPasscode: Jvq0q6 \nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/atejXzaJi
URL:https://mffc.org/event/november-activities-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Clarenceville Middle School\, 20210 Middlebelt Rd\, Livonia\, MI\, 48152\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Todd Schotts":MAILTO:grizzlyflies@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270303T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270303T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032648
CREATED:20260205T004855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T002730Z
UID:5251-1804102200-1804104000@mffc.org
SUMMARY:March Activities Meeting - Featured Tyer TBD
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for activities night!  \n\nOpen casting in the gym\nCatch up with friends while tying along with our Featured Tyer TBD. 10 supply kits will be available.  Check the Fly Of The Month link for the pattern. Bring your own vice and thread.\nKen Harfoot will be leading beginning tying\, all tools and materials provided.\nAccess the Joe Sattler Memorial Library to check out travel\, tying and casting books plus DVDs.\nPurchase Club goods for $5 (patches\, stickers\, license plate frames).\n\n\n*MFFC business meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. EST\, learn about upcoming events\, volunteer opportunities\, hear fishing reports\, and general Club information. The speaker will take the floor around 8:00 p.m. EST.* \n\nCan’t make it in-person? Get a front row seat to the tying demonstration by joining us via Zoom. \nMFFC Meeting Zoom Link:\nhttps://zoom.us/j/94894893998?pwd=TGYrWnJyd0dCelVxbXdYU1lVVmd5dz09 \nMeeting ID: 948 9489 3998\nPasscode: Jvq0q6
URL:https://mffc.org/event/march-activities-meeting-featured-tyer-tbd/
LOCATION:Clarenceville Middle School\, 20210 Middlebelt Rd\, Livonia\, MI\, 48152\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Events,Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Todd Schotts":MAILTO:grizzlyflies@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20271020T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20271020T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T032648
CREATED:20211031T223002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T192757Z
UID:1683-1824060600-1824066000@mffc.org
SUMMARY:Activities Meeting - Featured Member Tyer TBD
DESCRIPTION:Activities Meeting – Please check back for supplies list and more information on the Activities Meeting. Featured Member Tyer TBD. \n 
URL:https://mffc.org/event/activities-meeting-featured-member-tyer-tbd/
LOCATION:TBD
CATEGORIES:Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Bruce Strachan":MAILTO:Bruceds0402@gmail.com
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