Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders

Sunday, 29 December 2024

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Glue recommendations

A very late, post-Christmas thank you to everyone who responded. I appreciate your thoughts and will try a couple out to see what I works best for me.On Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 8:31:30 PM UTC-5 Jim C wrote:I use Solarez Ultra Thin for just about everything. Not having many brain cells to spare, I stay away from the noxious fumes of fingernail products when I can.JSent from my iPhoneOn Dec 13, 2024, at 2:29 PM, namfos...

Saturday, 14 December 2024

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Digest for tidal-potomac-fly-rodders@googlegroups.com - 2 updates in 1 topic

+1 for HAN- For very small heads, use a toothpick or an old bodkin (or other pin) to apply.On Sat, Dec 14, 2024 at 5:14 AM <tidal-potomac-fly-rodders@googlegroups.com> wrote: tidal-potomac-fly-rodders@googlegroups.com ...

Friday, 13 December 2024

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Glue recommendations

I picked up some of this stuff a couple of years ago. It's a little smelly, but picky bonefish and carp don't seem to mind. It's a fraction of what the fly shops charge and the stuff seems to be about the same. A little tacky when it dries, so hit it with some hand sanitizer and a q-tip. https://www.amazon.com/Riverruns-Formula-Building-Special-Introductory/dp/B01N4N8OIZ/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=GT9BXDJ0UL7Q&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.wnNxCMwmH0pwTeKuilwM7KAp2F4uj_XdGiVkifSHuruCygRXqB7MWvb2qkkch2N3svSDyrw6VaxADeRHZS9Wu9oBZtxNBiFqZjhEactAIptbOjz9vLB2dFlhdtJRiW9QyHBjEsnTLbjmhkm0pKUGc0JQSVMmIXZNgwLyFf4pqNpbXEipc-3SLzdfEIrkh00JwtkU2k2ukgHmzJmiDdTwo2UtuH4EPMHRWJwhPLXRNzpw_hmHI-79tIt62MbITJBWCM_BBiAbG9L23EEyu9WXz7it-I2YimCz4bcCkdqmqvI.aR1GIXIjiN4sO3JyJehI2KNIqIDlq1rdeD1yl5s7SCU&dib_tag=se&keywords=uv+glue+fly+tying&qid=1734127759&sprefix=uv+glue+fly+tying%2Caps%2C127&sr=8-2-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1On...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Glue recommendations

I use Solarez Ultra Thin for just about everything. Not having many brain cells to spare, I stay away from the noxious fumes of fingernail products when I can.JSent from my iPhoneOn Dec 13, 2024, at 2:29 PM, namfos <mark.sofman@gmail.com> wrote:UV adhesives are expensive. For most fly heads Sally Hansen Hard As Nails nail polish will do the trick. Thin out the fibers of the brush in the bottle so you can avoid slopping...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Glue recommendations

UV adhesives are expensive. For most fly heads Sally Hansen Hard As Nails nail polish will do the trick. Thin out the fibers of the brush in the bottle so you can avoid slopping too much polish around. It's easier to apply with a smaller brush. Plus you can thin it with acetone (which is what nail polish thinner is). MarkOn Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:09:41 PM UTC-5 HermanyorFlorida wrote:Hello All,I tied some streamers a...

Thursday, 12 December 2024

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Glue recommendations

Hello All,I tied some streamers a few uh... months ago at the Tie One On event in Leesburg, VA. I didn't get any glue for finishing the heads, so I haven't fished them at all. Looking for recommendations on a glue to do this and also to cover up the nick in the shell on one of my floating lines.Thanks! -- http://www.tpfr.org --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Tidal Potomac...

Saturday, 7 December 2024

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Everglades this week....

Despite the weather (cold front) on Monday, we managed to get this nice 10-15lb tarpon to take a fly in Everglades National Park (Flamingo). I was using my lightweight 6wt, and we got several good jumps before bringing him to net. Other 2 days we caught huge numbers of peacock bass in the freshwater canals between Miami and...

Monday, 2 December 2024

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} BEER TIE - Monday, 09 Dec - HOLIDAY PARTY & GEAR RAFFLE

The Monday following Casting Church, Monday 9 December, will be our monthly Beer-Tie meeting at the Colony Grill in Clarendon (Arlington). This will be our Holiday Party. We will have gear raffles. Look for announcements on Facebook and Instagram.The event, as usual, is open to everyone who is curious and who would like to attend. Please invite your friends.Festivities begin at 7pm.Board meeting at 6:30pm...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} NO CASTING for DEC

Note that there will not be a Casting Church on Sunday, Dec 8 (the second Sunday of the month). We are taking the month off.BUT, note that there will be a BEER TIE on Mon, Dec 9 (holiday party and gear raffle).Regan -- http://www.tpfr.org --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it,...

Sunday, 17 November 2024

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: North Branch Potomac (Wild Rainbows)

If you post your questions on the Potomac Patuxent TU forum you're likely to get some helpful responses from very knowledgeable fly anglers. https://groups.io/g/ppctu On Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 1:46:54 PM UTC-4 jhaner...@gmail.com wrote:Over the past 4 years I have tried to get out and fish on the North Branch of the Potomac (below the dam) multiple times per year. I have heard varying reports as to whether...

Friday, 15 November 2024

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: North Branch Potomac (Wild Rainbows)

Good god I haven't fished there in so long! Yea, I remember you could get some of the big ones on hopper-dropper type rigs on floats when I went but it was always a chancy thing and you really only had one or two good shots at one.On Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 1:50:24 PM UTC-4 jhaner...@gmail.com wrote:On Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 1:46:54 PM UTC-4 jhaner...@gmail.com wrote:Over the past 4 years I have tried to get out and...

Wednesday, 13 November 2024

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Chesapeake striper charter...

Peter,Check out Rock On Charters (https://fishrockon.com/). Scott Barmby is very fly fishing friendly.ScottOn Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 10:13:17 AM UTC-5 peter odell wrote:Looking for a day charter for 4 or even 6 people to fly fish for some fall stripers - ideal would. I used to fish with Captain Russ in St Michaels, but he retired and moved away, we had several days of topwater "frenzy" action with bait, birds and...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Chesapeake striper charter...

Looking for a day charter for 4 or even 6 people to fly fish for some fall stripers - ideal would. I used to fish with Captain Russ in St Michaels, but he retired and moved away, we had several days of topwater "frenzy" action with bait, birds and fish.Weekdays or weekends possible. Closer the leave point to alexandria, the more preferred... -- http://www.tpfr.org --- You received this message because you...

Monday, 11 November 2024

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} BEER TIE - Monday, 11 November

Thanks, Rob!For our intermediate and advanced tiers, Brian Bennett of Vice Fishing Co. will be tying the Marsh Bug. See earlier message for the materials list and more details. Best, Owen On Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 3:55:32 PM UTC-5 Rob Snowhite wrote:We will tie nymphs for winter fishing at the learning table. A short shopping list if you want to bring your own tools and materials instead of using mine: Hooks...

Sunday, 10 November 2024

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} BEER TIE - Monday, 11 November

We will tie nymphs for winter fishing at the learning table. A short shopping list if you want to bring your own tools and materials instead of using mine: Hooks sizes 10-14Beads beads 6/0 thread Pheasant tail Medium wire black Dubbing in any color Dubbing tool Medium rubber legs Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 2, 2024, at 4:29 PM, Regan Burmeister <reganebur@gmail.com> wrote:The Monday...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Drone for the Everglades...?

The DJI drone family always had good quality - you can probably find a reasonably priced previous generation for sale.Your biggest barrier to use will be the software, since most now have the no-fly-zones GPS programmed. I think the DJIs are all like that. Now assuming you beat that, you can probably get away with using it in Biscayne National Park. I've never seen NPS anywhere around there, and FWC is more interested in controlling...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Drone for the Everglades...?

I should have thought about the Park rules, so this trip is out for drone footage - thanks for the quick feedback.How about other places with more relaxed rules? anyone shot any good footage or have a recommendation for a drone that would work?On Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 10:09:26 AM UTC-5 Jeffrey Silvan wrote:Drones aren't allowed in any national park without written permission, which NPS will not give...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Drone for the Everglades...?

Drones aren't allowed in any national park without written permission, which NPS will not give to individuals. I fish Everglades National Park all the time, and they actually enforce this heavily there. Most drones' software also won't allow a takeoff in national park zones due to these regulations, either. Last, even if you want to risk it, check with your guide whether he'll even look the other way while...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Drone for the Everglades...?

May, I suggest checking the national park rules if you plan to be within the boundaries of Everglades National Park?Daniel -- http://www.tpfr.org --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to tidal-potomac-fly-rodders+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Drone for the Everglades...?

I'm going down to Flamingo to fish for tarpon, snook and redfish early december (guided).I'm looking for an inexpensive drone that can go up 50 feet, video the landing of some of the fish and then come right back down without a lot of driving. (waterproof/floating likely an asset as well). my fishing buddy and I are typically trading off, so one of could launch the drone at hookup.Has anyone done this? I've seen the...

Saturday, 2 November 2024

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} BEER TIE - Monday, 11 November

The Monday following Casting Church, Monday 11 November, will be our monthly Beer-Tie meeting at the Colony Grill in Clarendon (Arlington).Come on out and meet your fellow anglers, bring your fly tying material and your fly tying questions.We will have information on planned trips for the year as well.The event, as usual, is open to everyone who is curious and who would like to attend.Bring your fish stories.Festivities begin...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Casting for Sunday, 10 November (2nd Sunday of the month)

We will have our casting get together on Sunday, 10 Nov at Fletcher's Cove from 8am to 11am.Come on out, whether you are a novice, intermediate, or advanced caster, it is all fun to work on solving casting problems and casting challenges.Additionally, we will work on FFI Casting Skills challenges for anyone interested.If you are just getting started, this is a great way to meet people who can help. ...

Tuesday, 29 October 2024

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: North Branch Potomac (Wild Rainbows)

On Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 1:46:54 PM UTC-4 jhaner...@gmail.com wrote:Over the past 4 years I have tried to get out and fish on the North Branch of the Potomac (below the dam) multiple times per year. I have heard varying reports as to whether the river holds truly wild rainbows. I understand that both MD/WV stock rainbows...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} North Branch Potomac (Wild Rainbows)

Over the past 4 years I have tried to get out and fish on the North Branch of the Potomac (below the dam) multiple times per year. I have heard varying reports as to whether the river holds truly wild rainbows. I understand that both MD/WV stock rainbows in the river as well as fingerlings. However, based on conversations...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: North Branch Potomac (Wild Rainbows)

On Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 1:42:49 PM UTC-4 jhaner...@gmail.com wrote: -- http://www.tpfr.org --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to tidal-potomac-fly-rodders+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com....

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: North Branch Potomac (Wild Rainbows)

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{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: North Branch Potomac (Wild Rainbows)

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{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} North Branch Potomac (Wild Rainbows)

Wednesday, 23 October 2024

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Guest tier for the November Beer Tie (11/11): Brian Bennett, owner of VICE Fishing Co.

Quick correction -- that's MONDAY not Tuesday, 11/11. Best, OwenOn Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 2:38:12 PM UTC-4 Owen Williams wrote:We hope that everyone can join us on Tuesday, November 11, at Colony Grill in Clarendon at 7 p.m. for a special guest tier and the Marsh Bug (see pictures below).Fly Write-up:I originally started...

Wednesday, 9 October 2024

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Fwd: Abridged summary of goose-creek-casting-club@googlegroups.com - 1 update in 1 topic

A joint casting event is coming soon, on October 20….---------- Forwarded message ---------From: <goose-creek-casting-club@googlegroups.com>Date: Wed, Oct 9, 2024 at 1:01 AMSubject: Abridged summary of goose-creek-casting-club@googlegroups.com - 1 update in 1 topicTo: Abridged recipients <goose-creek-casting-club@googlegroups.com>...

Sunday, 6 October 2024

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Potomac North of Harper's Ferry

I was up around harpers ferry yesterday and the river is still smoked. Going to be a bit until it is fishable.On Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 10:17:41 AM UTC-4 Kevin KB wrote:Michael,I have not been up there, but recommend the following web site that shows the water levels of the Potomac at Hancock. The water levels are up about 5 feet from 3 ft to 8 ft. Your choice but with the high water and high high...

Saturday, 5 October 2024

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: John Gierach, R.I.P.

Good Flies was a really cool book of his, for anyone out there that hasn't read it. A fair bit of attribution & brief discussions of the origins for a wide selection of patterns and some interesting back stories on them made for a very entertaining book.Most of all, he was able to not take himself too seriously while earnestly discussing his thoughts on flies -- aesthetically and practically --and it was a really fun read....