Ron Dilbone was not a member of Slate Run Sportsmen. I met him many years ago while attending a fly tying show that used to be held in Southfield, Michigan. Not remembering the exact year - I believe it was in the early 2000s when we initially met. Ron showed me the following technique to … Continue reading Ron Dilbone – August 1936 – December 2020
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Slate Run Sportsmen Year in Review – Quite the Year
I thought about creating this post well before the end of the year and realized that it might turn out to be an entry that would be quite short. Well, things happen - even when they don't. Winter - January 1st through March 19, 2020 January first through most of February, and even into the … Continue reading Slate Run Sportsmen Year in Review – Quite the Year
Ornaments
Ok, this is a different sort of post! There will not be many like this in the future unless there is a desire and response indicating interest. So if this sort of thing isn't your bag, not to fear - posts more related to fly fishing/tying/the area shall be posted quite soon. Whatever degree of … Continue reading Ornaments
Covid Thanksgiving
We recently got back from the cabin - shutting it down for the season. It's always a bittersweet feeling leaving the place and realizing that we wont be back for several months. I feel a little bit better though by draining water and blowing the pipes with pressurized air. The extra precaution makes me more … Continue reading Covid Thanksgiving
November
I think my patience with the Covid-19 issue is starting to run short. Witnessing the surges throughout the country is depressing to say the least. I'm finding that I'm complaining internally and letting it dominate my thoughts at times. Although my personal belief is that the generations which endured the World Wars had it much … Continue reading November
Go VOTE!
It's a nice fall day here in the upper mid-west. I think most of the country is experiencing good weather on election day, 2020. So there's no excuse - make sure you get out and exercise your American right to vote. Our club is a non-partisan organization, so all we want to do is encourage … Continue reading Go VOTE!
Fall Francis Journey
One of my favorite places to fish is up Francis Branch, normally. This is anything but a normal year though isn't it? There is so little water which makes fishing exceptionally tough. The approach is everything when it comes to these conditions. One must not just take your time, you must slow down in order … Continue reading Fall Francis Journey
There Should Be A Book Titled “Midge Madness”
This will be a short post folks! It was a warm day in Slate Run. A little warmer than seasonable - mid to upper 70's. Mid to upper 70s (my screwy dial thermometer said 80!) Fall Day in Slate Run I've been skunked the past two times out on Pine Creek and I was starting … Continue reading There Should Be A Book Titled “Midge Madness”
Not a Fishing Post – A Trip to Emporium
I like reading about local history. I've gotten a few books at home and am always in search of a new one (new to me). I found a title, and did a little research which helped me locate a reprint which are much more affordable than first editions. I located one at the Cameron County … Continue reading Not a Fishing Post – A Trip to Emporium
Ruth Will Hike and Fall Fishing
Ruth Will We've been here for a week. We've walked, biked and drove around. A coupe of days ago we found an easy trail to hike - the Ruth Will trail over off route 44. It's about a three mile long hike. With a beautiful day of temperatures hovering in the low 60s, we headed … Continue reading Ruth Will Hike and Fall Fishing
