Hi all,
Instead of having our last tying session at the Legion, the "executive" has decided on having a wind up BBQ/Casting Session down at Lower Hume park on Monday the 11th of June from 6:00-9:00 pm. I'll be bringing a small BBQ, some smokies, buns, hot dog fixings, and a 10x10 canopy in case the weather doesn't co-operate. I haven't officially booked the facility as the price ($94) was too prohibitive--but I confirmed that it hasn't been booked (and it's 99% likely that it won't be). If a crowd of people RSVP then I'll look into booking it officially.
I'm also bringing down three of my light weight rods (1, 3 and 3wt) so that people can try lawn casting a few light rods and lines. I would encourage anyone with rods in the 0-4wt range to do likewise. If the conditions are right, we might even be able to fish for the mighty Brunette Pike Minnow (1 or 2 at a time) so bring your boots or wading sandles.
It's open to everyone as usual, but I'm still going to be asking for a $5 donation so that there's enough in the kitty to cover the first night or two of the fall session rentals at the Legion. We will be having a draw for a "Door Prize" as well.
Here's a link to the site information:
Hume Park and a link to the PDF of the
Park Map. We will be meeting at the lower park by the picnic shelter, with the entrance off Columbia/North Road. This is the closest "Mapquest" reference I could get
Hume Park.
Hume Park PavilionAside from hotdogs, if someone wants to bring something to share just let me know. We could probably use a couple of folding chairs and a few lanterns as well. There's a sink there which may of my not work, but you can't drink from it--so if you want anything to drink you'll have to bring it on your own.
If you're thinking about coming out or bringing something then let me know before Saturday so I can get organised.
Spread the word to any tyers that want to come down, and feel free to bring the family (there's a swing set for the kids and a honking big field).
Aaron
P.S. I'll probably bring a portable tying kit, just in case