Jeff Kelble, Shenandoah Riverkeeper, asks you to help End Excess Poultry Waste! Did you know that 80% of all poultry waste created by growers in Virginia is sold or given to neighboring farms which are not subject to regulation? This is the biggest environmental loophole in the Commonwealth and we're trying to close it, but we need your help!
Submit comments right away. You can E-mail Jeff your comments and he will make them part of the official record. Be sure to include:
- Your name
- Your full address
- Your telephone number
- How you are connected to rivers affected by poultry in Virginia
- What you think about the pending regulation
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My Name
9999 Fishing Drive
Falls Church, VA 22102
703-973-1024
Regulate and end excess poultry waste being spread, especially where it can wash off and eventually reach a stream! I am involved with Trout Unlimited, a conservation organization dedicated to restoring all streams to a more pristine place for all to enjoy. Streams affected by poultry waste in Virginia have impaired waters and are experiencing fish kills and intersex bass being studied by USGS. The fish kills have reduced recreational value of the affected streams and greatly limited the sportsman dollars flowing into the Shenandoah Valley and Virginia.
I and my sportsmen friends strongly support the pending regulations regarding poultry waste! Regulations are needed to protect the interests of everyone who enjoys the river and especially the residents who receives drinking water from the river. We are counting on you to protect this natural resource for you, me, our families and future generations. Failure to do so will encourage widespread disregard for the health of our rivers and the health of all those who drink the water, further increasing human suffering and health care costs.
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Pass this along to everyone you know who fishes. This is the #1 issue among anglers in Virginia--and may be our biggest chance to improve water quality this year.
- posted June 19, 2009
Topic: Flyfishing across the United States.
On July 2nd, TU NOVA chapter will be welcoming Richard Farino, manager of Urban Angler at 2165 N. Glebe Road in Arlington comes to the Virginia area from Urban Angler’s NYC shop after running their catalog and e-commerce site. Only 34 years old, he cut his teeth flyfishing on Delaware River, Catskill, and Pocono trout. A Bronx native, he was minutes from the ocean and spent a majority of his mornings before work casting to stripers and false albacore. Despite his close proximity to great fishing, he still ventured further west each summer looking for gullible and large trout.
Richard will talk about some summer fishing opportunities both in the NE and west of the Mississippi River.
- posted June 29, 2009
On August 6th, TU NOVA chapter will again welcome Jeff Kelble, your Shenandoah Riverkeeper. He has been patrolling the waters of the Shenandoah River and serving on the Fish Kill Task Force since he started his conservation program in 2006. For more than three years he has worked to divide the river's pollution problems into three categories 1) Dirt 2) Poop 3) Pipes and has tried to spend a part of every day working to reduce the effects of pollution from each of those sources.
He will give an update on legislative issues and more information on fishing the river, expecially for 40-inch plus muskies, five-pound walleyes and huge fighting carp that will drag you around. Most fishing is done by a canoe or a small boat so you will need a drag chain if you are going after these huge fish.
- posted June 19, 2009
Demonstrated by Dick Bubeck (updated 29 June)
The Foam Beetle is July’s Fly of the Month. During the summer months foam beetles are excellent flies for all freshwater fishing. Trout, blue gills, and bass love these insects. The foam beetle can be tied in many sizes, only limited by the fly tier’s ingenuity. We will tie a #10 or 12 beetle in black. This fly is relatively easy to tie. Please bring your fly tying tools and 6/0 black thread; other materials will be available. Come early and plan to be setup to start tying by about 6:30 p.m.
Originator: Unknown
Fishing Technique:Fish a dead drift and standby for the action.
July and August: John Hadley be out of town. Dick Bubeck will be tying the Foam Beatle in July. Email Webmaster.
Foam Beatle recipe:
- Thread: Black, 6/0.
- Hook: Dry fly hook, such as Mustad 94840, size #8 thru 16.
- Tail: None.
- Body: Peacock herl.
- OVerbody: Black foam, 2mm.
- Legs: Round rubber legs, black.
- Indicator: Orange macromé yarn or your choice of color.
- posted June 29, 2009
Project Healing Waters
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(L to R) NVATU members Brian Suddarth, Dennis Suddarth, Dick Bubeck, Jim Galvin, George Paine
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George Paine monitoring technique of wounded warriors fly fishing along Mossy Creek
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The Northern Virginia Chapter of Trout Unlimited (NVATU) once again joined with Massanutten TU and Mossy Creek Fly Fishing to assist Project Healing Waters (PHW) at the second annual Mossy Creek Invitational held April 4, 2009 on a private stretch of Mossy Creek near Harrisonburg VA. The event was a huge success and raised nearly $108,000 for PHW. Project Healing Waters’ mission statement notes that PHW was initiated and conducted by members of the Federation of Fly Fishers and Trout Unlimited to serve military personnel who have been wounded, injured, or disabled, and to aid their physical and emotional recovery by introducing or rebuilding the skills of fly fishing and fly tying, and by using and enjoying these skills on fishing outings and as lifelong recreation.
NVATU members George Paine, Dick Bubeck, Brian Suddarth, Dennis Suddarth and Jim Galvin traveled to Mossy Creek as on-site volunteers to assist the wounded warriors and their team members with fly selection and casting recommendations. They also netted, measured and released the brown and rainbow trout. NVATU members Paul Jacobs, Wray Sinclair, Bob Parsons and Bob Howard either tied flies or contributed from their fly boxes for the event. Their streamers seemed to work magic despite the tough conditions of fast and muddy water following a few days of rain in the Harrisonburg area. Nearly every warrior landed a trout and had truly enjoyable streamside experiences. NVATU volunteers also came away with memories to last a lifetime.
Information about Project Healing Waters can be found at www.projecthealingwaters.org.
- posted May 28,2009
Trout in the Classroom. Karen is an Environmental
Educator who joined Northern VA Trout Unlimited and immediatly volunteered and helped setup our Outdoor Show booth.
She is helping educate youth about fish life cycle and the importance of keeping our streams full of clean, cool water.
Having trout in a classroom inspires students to think more broadly about everyday topics and skills.
Karen is installing Trout in the Classroom programs in Northern Virginia schools. Until 1 August, contact George Paine, 703-860-0862, or
E-mail.
After 1 August, contact Karen for more information; 703-975-7359 (cell), or
E-mail
- posted Jan 24th, 2009; updated May 25,2009
LANDS and WATERS is a grassroots non-profit organization dedicated to watershed protection and education. Jeanette knows parts of Accotink Creek very well, and is actively involved in environmental education and restoration projects in partnership with Fairfax and DC public schools. LANDS and WATERS environmental program links classroom instruction with hands-on conservation projects. Here's a link to her website: http://forlandsandwaters.org/
See Jeanette discuss in a Video at Accotink Creek impervious surface and human impact.
http://forlandsandwaters.org/law_video.html/
- posted Jan 31th, 2009
Carl Craig is a retired fighter pilot and federal law enforcement officer, TU Life Member, and avid angler. He has fly fished all over the United States, Europe, Africa, South America, and Asia. Next on his wish list is New Zealand. And if there is anything that will take a fly in Antarctica, he'll go there just to say that he has fly fished on every continent! We are a Trout Unlimited Outfitters and Guides Business Member a Federation of Fly Fishers Retailer and also a member of the American Fly Fishing Trade Association.
- posted January 30th, 2009
Rivers of Restoration - Trout Unlimited's First 50 Years of Conservation. Get your personal copy before they are gone! John Ross, Virginia Council Trout Unlimited, provided us a few of his special autographed copies.
DESCRIPTION
We all love rivers and the trout that the best of them hold. For fifty years, the volunteers of Trout Unlimited have strived to restore, sustain, and preserve the nation's trout and salmon waters. Weaving together human and natural histories, Ross tells the stories of twenty watersheds where Trout Unlimited has labored to save rivers damaged by human shortsightedness. From Michigan's Au Sable to New York's Delaware to rivers in California, Washington, and more, the stories of these rivers—both in peril and in recovery—will remind fishermen why they love the sound of running water, and why our natural resources need to be protected.
Contact our Logo Merchandise Sales Chairman; Jim Galvin; phone 703-771-0410 or E-mail. You may also pick up a copy at our NVATU regular monthly meeting the first Thursday of the month, 7:30 - 9:00 p.m., at the Vienna Firehouse, Vienna, Virginia.
- posted Dec 27th, 2008
1. If you are a CPA, please contact George Paine to discuss helping with our books. Please E-mail George or call him at "703-860-0862" to discuss.
2. Committee chair. See: VACANCIES. If one of these current vacancies interests you or if you have questions, please E-mail Burt Weisman or call him at "703-255-2579" to discuss.
- posted Nov 23, 2008
On Oct 22nd, 2008, Accotink Creek and Holmes Run were stocked with lots of 12" and larger Rainbows by VA DGIF with help from five chapter members; Roger Brown, Larry Larson, Clay Ancell, Bill Miller, and our Stream Projects Chairman, Doug Schultz. See VA DGIF trout stocking schedule. See the outstanding Accotink Creek December 20, 2008 fishing report.
Backwater Angler reports on Gunpowder conditions and fishing.
Harry Murray reports on conditions, trout and smallmouth bass fishing in the Shenandoah Valley.
Brian and Colby Trow reports on conditions,trout and smallmouth bass fishing at Mossy Creek and the Shenandoah Valley.
Coming soon! Watch for fishing updates from local new store; Urban Angler, Arlington, VA.
Check out our Northern Virginia Trout Unlimited conservation/ education booklet, "Washington, DC Area Trout Fishing, A Guide to Day Trips" at local Orvis stores:
Tysons Corners, VA; Bethesda, MD; and Arlington, VA.. Or you may contact our NVATU Logo Merchandise Sales Chairman; Jim Galvin; phone 703-771-0410 or E-mail. You may also pick up a copy at our NVATU regular monthly meeting the first Thursday of the month, 7:30 - 9:00 p.m., at the Vienna Firehouse, Vienna, Virginia .
If you are not receiving the monthly email reminders and bulletins, please click to send us an E-mail and we will add your name to the list.
Now it is very easy to donate to the Chapter and the good work that the volunteers do. Network for Good provides the vehicle for you to make your donations online.
It's easy, just click below.
Learn more about and see calendar for Fish-With-A--Member trips to VA, MD and PA.
Regular Monthly Meeting, first Thursday of the month at the Vienna Firehouse, Vienna, Virginia
Regular Montlhy Board Meeting is the second Thursday of the month. If you have questions, contact Jay Lovering, 703-973-1024.
See map for Jay' Century 21 Office location, 6631-A Old Dominion Drive, McLean, VA 22101
For other events, such as stream restoration, Kid's Fishing Derby and Clinics, etc., click 'Calendar' on left menu.
The regular membership meetings are the first Thursday of the month at the Vienna Firehouse!! Visit the Firehouse site for directions. You can see the Mapquest map here.
Our chapter meetings are normally held on the first Thursday of every month.
Meetings start at 6:30 with a fly tying session. The actual meeting starts at 7:30 with Chapter business and information, followed by the program for the evening. The program topics are announced in the newsletter and the website, but are subject to change.
Everyone is welcome at our meeting. If it is your first time at one of our meetings, please let us know at the table when you come in and we can tell you about membership, show you a newsletter, introduce you to folks, and welcome you.
Trout fishing - Private stocking, with state stocking nearby. Fifty-two miles of stream near the cabins are stocked by state.
Visit www.wvlogcabins.com
May 24-29, 2009
5 nights/4 days: $2495*, double occupancy, inclusive except for airfare, guide/staff tips and bar bill, thanks to special arrangment by King Montgomery.
Grand Bahama Outfitters and King Montgomery are hosting this exciting trip—four days of prime-time fly-fishing in the Bahamas. Imagine catching big bones (over 5 pounds) by day and enjoying the amenities of Grand Bahama Island (casinos and more) and the Sunrise Resort and Marina (restaurant and sports bar) by night. And to cap that off, you can socialize with fly-fishing legend Lefty Kreh himself!
Yes, Lefty will be along as our guest, and he and King will be giving a saltwater flats fly-fishing seminar the first evening after dinner. Come join us for the fly-fishing experience of a lifetime.
*Rates are based on double occupancy boat and rooms (for single room pricing add $500). Price includes family-style meals at the resort. A non-refundable 50% deposit is due at time of booking. This exclusive trip will fill up fast, so don’t miss out!
CALL Mike Smith: 540-250-1340, or email, mike@grandbahamaoutfitters.com.
King, Lefty, and Mike
Dave's Description: "One day in 2006, I thought that if I were ever going to write about my learning experience with fly-fishing, it should be now while I am making the transition from "Newbie" to "Somewhat Proficient." I have come from knowing absolutely nothing about the sport to being reasonably good at it. At least I can catch fish consistently and, more importantly, most of the time I know why I am catching them. If you don't know anything about fly-fishing, this is the book for you because that was exactly my situation a few years ago. The book will help anyone to catch fish using a flyrod without any prior knowledge."
Dave's book take you through his first three years of learning to fly-fish. Read how Dave make the "transition", and gather valuable tips and inisght along the way.
Dave not only mentions the Chapter in his book, but has generously offered to make a donation to the chapter for each book he sells through lulu.com. The site allows you to look through the book and decide for yourself. If you're a beginner, or just looking for some good "fishing reading", I'll bet you'll enjoy this book.
Visit lulu.com and look through. Better yet, get Dave's book and make your own journey to "somewhat proficient". Thanks Dave!!
If you would like to fish with the folks from the Shenandoah Chapter of the FFF, please E-mail Bill Cartwright at dichb 'at' aol.com, or telephone at (540) 432-0607. The chapter has regular "fish with a member" events, and would love to have you "fish along"!
We're announcing a new partnership! Take a look at the Speedtech Instruments Angler’s EDGE Plus Fishing Predictor.
Purchase a Mariners Edge or the Anglers Edge, and Speedtech will donate 25% to the chapter for any NVATU member that provides the chapter number #360! New EDGE technology makes SOLUNAR TABLES obsolete.
These one-of-a-kind instruments measure the different influences of moon phase, moon/sun position and barometric pressure, to predict when fish, deer, and elk will be the most active. Fish and Hunt SMARTER with Speedtech's EDGE!
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