Welcome to our Website
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The Mid-Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club is a non-profit society formed in 1996 by a group of anglers located on beautiful British Columbia's Vancouver Island, in the Parksville / Qualicum area. All are welcome to the meetings which are held at 7 PM the 3rd Tuesdays of every month except July , August & December . |
It is an art ... |
Doors open 7 pm and meeting starts at 7:30 with timely topics and/or speakers . Meetings are held at Qualicum Civic Centre located at 737 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach, B.C. next to Ravensong Swimming Pool.
The purposes of the club are:
- To practice & promote the sport of fishing with artificial flies.
- To practice and promote the research, conservation and enhancement of all sport fish in British Columbia.
- To support and encourage the preservation and enhancement of lakes, streams and beaches and the access hereto for the practice of fishing with artificial flies.
- To encourage fellowship, ethics and sportsmanship amongst anglers.
We hope to see you there.
About Us
Executive 2009/10 |
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| President | Dennis Fuhrman info@midislandcastaways.com 250-468-2790 |
| Vice President | John Beaton 250-752-1162 |
| Secretary |
Rick Horte |
| Treasurer | Bob McInnes 250-752-5354 |
| Past President | Chris Lee 250-752-7358 |
| Director | Rich Ronyecz 250-594-4422. |
| Director |
Wayne Duke 250-248-6775 |
| Director | Ken Curdie 250-738-0755 |
| Director | Al McLean 250-248-1053 |
Committee Chairs |
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| Membership | Glenn Rogers 250-954-3822 wrgr12@gmail.com |
| BCFFF | Rich Ronyecz 250-594-4422 vipcare@shaw.ca |
| Clothing |
Bill Mucklow Alternate: Wayne Duke |
| Library | Ken Curdie 250-738-0755 klcurdie@shaw.ca |
| 50/50 Draws | Ron Dodd , Bill Rattray |
| Coffee | Bill Rattray & Ron Dodd |
| Fly Tying Co-ordinator | CANCELLED |
| Learn-A-Water Co-ordinator |
Gordon Lipke |
| Fund Raising/Volunteers | Ian MacGregor 250-752-1608 ian.macg@shaw.ca |
| Program/Education Co-ordinator | Dave Klinger 250-947-9755 klinger1@telusplanet.net |
| Fishing Reports | Ken Curdie 250-738-0755 Email to: reportfish@midislandcastaways.com |
| Website | Chris Lee 250-752-6461 Email to: cla@christopherlee.com |
| We encourage each and every member to participate in one or more of these committees. Please - if you wish to assist please call any one of the executive. | |
Our Events Page
| Date | Event | Location |
| Every Thursday 5:30 - 8:30 PM | Nile Creek Fly Shop | We have fly tying at Nile Creek fly shop every Saturday morning from 9:30 to11:30 AM...Dates are listed on our web site or please call for details..250-757-2095. There is a weekly fee of $10 ... all you need to bring is yourself and your vice if you choose. Keep the flies you tie and have a great time Courtney and Val |
| 2nd Monday each month - 7 pm | Teddy's Tackle Fly Tying Night | Shelly Road Centre in Parksville, BC
For further information please go to www.teddystackle.com |
| February 5th, 2012 at 2-4 PM | Castaways Member Education Program |
Session One: Castaways Member Education Program East Hall - Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach, BC Topics: Download Here Contact : Bruce Morrison at rbm123@shaw.ca. |
| February 21st, 2012 at 7 PM | General Meeting |
General Member's Meeting Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach, BC Speaker: TBA Contact info@midislandcastaways.com |
| February 26th, 2012 at 2-4 PM | Castaways Member Education Program |
Session Two: Castaways Member Education Program East Hall - Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach, BC Topics: Download Here Contact : Bruce Morrison at rbm123@shaw.ca. |
| March 25th, 2012 at 2-4 PM | Castaways Member Education Program |
Session Three: Castaways Member Education Program East Hall - Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach, BC Topics: Download Here Contact : Bruce Morrison at rbm123@shaw.ca. |
| April 15th, 2012 at 2-4 PM | Castaways Member Education Program |
Session Four: Castaways Member Education Program East Hall - Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach, BC Topics: Download Here Contact : Bruce Morrison at rbm123@shaw.ca. |
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MEMBERSHIP GENERAL MEETINGS are held monthly, every third Tuesday of each month at Qualicum Civic Centre, Qualicum Beach, BC. They start at 7 pm and usually run to approx. 10 pm. All guests welcome so come out and enjoy our timely Speakers, + 50/50 Draw and other activities.
FLY TYING NIGHTS are held every 2nd Wednesday of each month from September to June held at - Malaspina College facilities in Parksville Town Hall - upstairs. Contact Directors for details.
Download Proposed_Member_Education_Program.pdf
The Art of Fly Fishing
Learn-A-Water Program 2012
In this area you will find all the latest information about our Learn-A-Water program.
FEBRUARY - 2012:
Two day trip to Lois Lake 18 km east of Powell River
Wednesday, February 22 - Thursday, February 23
Overview: Subject to sufficient attendance, our Guide, Courtney Ogilvie, will lead this “Learn A Water” trip departing Wednesday, February 22, returning Thursday, February 23. This trip will address lake fishing for Cutthroat and Trophy Rainbow Trout, from your own boat or inflatable water-craft. Electric or gas motors are allowed, but not a requirement. These outings respond to a desire among Club members for this sort of program, as presented, discussed, and strongly supported, at the May 19, 2009 Club meeting.
DOWNLOAD FULL PDF VERSION OF TRIP HERE...
APRIL 11TH - 2012:
Cowichan River - Rainbows - Guide, Ian Muirhead
JUNE 23RD - 2012:
Panther Lake - Rainbows - Inland from Nanaimo
AUGUST 8TH - 2012:
Eve River - Pinks
SEPTEMBER 11TH - 2012:
Nitinat River - Chinook
OCTOBER 17TH - 2012:
Puntledge River - Chum
Note: The Fishing Guide for the year will be Courtenay Ogilvie, except as noted above.
The cost is $50/person. For further information please contact:
Gordon Lipke
250-757-9820
gordlipke@gmail.com
Club Crested Clothing
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Note: All sizes can be ordered for male and female members... |
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North End Polar Crested Fleece Vest |
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Coal Harbour Crested Denim Shirt |
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Mock Turtle Neck Price: $35.00 Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL |
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Gildan Heavy Blend Cotton Hoodie Price: $40.00 Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL |
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AJM International Oilskin Hats Price: $22.00 Size: One size only |
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Authentic Fersten Worldwide Ball Caps Price: $18.50Size: One size only |
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AJM International Fleece Toques $18 Size: One size only |
These items can be viewed, purchased and/or ordered at general membership meetings held monthly.Special Notes: Cresting by Nile Creek Clothing - should you have a personal item that you want crested please contact them direct. Should you wish a special order or have suggestions regarding items you would like available at the club level please contact info@midislandcastaways.com |
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Videos and DVDs
The following is a complete listing of all Club Videos and DVDs:
VHS
Basic Fly Fishing Techniques
Fly Fishing Video Magazine Vol. 1
Fly Fishing Video Magazine Vol. 2
Fly Fishing Video Magazine Vol. 3
Fly Fishing Success
Fly Fishing Still Waters
Fly Fishing Strategies for Still Waters
On the Bench. Series 14 (Freschl)
On the Bench, Series #7 (Freschi)
On the Bench, Series $8 (Freschi)
On the Bench, Series #9 (Freschi)
On the Bench, Series 110 (Freschl)
Guatemala Sailfish on Fly
Saltwater Flyrod Sampler
Christmas Island Bonefishing
Successful Fly Fishing Techniques #1
Successful Fly Fishing Techniques #2
Skeena Steelhead
Matching the Hatch
Sportfishing B.C. #1-6
NEW - Fly Fishing Alberta's Chinook Country - Vic Bergman
DVD
Fly Tying, The Anglers Art #1
Fly Tying, The Anglers Art #2
Fly Tying, The Anglers Art #3
Fly Tying, The Anglers Art #4
Fly Tying, The Anglers ART #5
Fly Tying, The Anglers Art $6
Fly Tying, The Anglers Art #7
Fly Tying, The Anglers Art #8
Fly Tying, The Anglers Art #9
Fly Tying, The Anglers Art #10
Fly Tying, The Anglers Art #11
Fly Tying, The Anglers Art #12
Tying Flies for Lakes and Streams
Tying and Fishing Brents Top 10 Lake Flies
Sportfishing TV River Shows Vol. 1 (2 DVD)
Sportfishing TV Lake Shows
Chironomid Techniques (Chan & Freschi)
Shrimp & Leeches (Chan & Freschi)
Techniques for Still Water (Chan)
Still Water Techniques (Rowley)
Favorite Fishing Flies (Jorgenson)
Fly Fish Lakes (Longard)
Fly Fishing Pink Salmon
Dynamics of Fly Casting (Wulff)
Fly Casting (Kreh)
Spey Pages
Modem Spey Casting/ more steelhead
International Spey Casting
Trout-Grass-Bamboo Rods
NEW - Scott MacKenzie's Spey Casting (courtesy of Nile Creek Fly Shop)
NEW - Expert Techniques for Stillwater Fly Fishing - Brian Chan
NEW - Tying & Fishing Stillwater Flies - Brian Chan
NEW - Tying & Fishing Stillwater Flies - Phil Rowley
NEW - Learning with the Pros - Stillwater Fly Tying - Phil Rowley
NEW - Taming the Wind - Casting into the wind - Prescott Smith
NEW - Saltwater Fly Casting for Distance & Power - George Roberts
NEW - Flycasting Faults and Fixes - Mel Krieger
NEW - Building Bamboo Fly Rods - D. Ginter (from Monthly Meeting)
AUDIO/BOOK
NEW - Fly Fishing Through the Midlife Crisis - Howell Raines
Any of the above items are available free to members for thirty days. See Ken Curdie
Membership Page
Would you like to become a member of the Mid-Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club? We welcome all interested members to attend any of our general meetings - please return to our events page to view our meeting dates.
Membership is open to all persons who are prepared to accept and practice the ethics implied in our Society's Constitution and Bylaws. Annual membership dues are collected to assist the club in meeting it's mandate and goals. Membership dues provide you immediate membership into the British Columbia Federation of Fly Fishers which provides insurance coverage to you when you are engaged in club and/or fly fishing activities.
Would you like more information ? Please contact us at info@midislandcastaways.com and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Download Membership Application Form here.
We look forward to meeting you.
Download membership_application_2010.pdf
Latest News
Title: Nile Creek Fly Shop - Christmas SaleRead This Article ...
Title: Rio Lines on Sale - Teddy's Tackle
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Title: Prov Angling Advisory Team - Natural Resource Road Act
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Title: Fishing by Month/Location
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Title: THE ENGLISHMAN RIVER AND ITS AQUIFERS
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Title: John Beaton Published in Grays Sporting Journal
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Title: Fall Fly Fishing Experiences
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Title: Fly Tying With Norm - Invitation
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Title: Sturgeon Tour - VIU
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Title: Summer BBQ - Rotary Park
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Title: Strike Indicator
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Title: Our Learn A Water Program:
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Title: Fly Casting Demonstration - May Regular Meeting
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Title: Volunteer Calendar
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Title: Water Chemistry Testing on the Englishman River
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Title: Nile Creek Enhancement Society - Kelp Project
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Title: 2010 VIU Student Activities - Report
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Download 2010-11_Summary_of_NCES_activities.pdf
Title: The Stories and the Science of the Big Little Fish
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Title: Club Clothing - Status
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Title: BCFFF - Winter 2010 Issue of Fly Lines
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Title: November General Meeting - Speaker Contacts
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Title: Fishing the Eve River
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Title: How to Catch a Whale
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Title: Member Awards - 2009
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Title: Emergency Preparedness E-Bulletin
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Title: BEAR & COUGAR ENCOUNTERS
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Title: Club Guidelines
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Title: Emergency First Aid Kit
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Equipment For Sale
Welcome to our "Swap Meet" page - where you can post fly fishing (only) items for sale to your fellow fly fishers. Please respect the limitation to fly fishing items only (including anything used, worn, floated on, etc.)- should anyone list something unrelated it will be removed.
OK, so how does this work.
- I want to view the items for sale - Go Here.
- I want to view a list of sellers and then link to their items for sale ("View My Listings") - Go Here
- I want to register and/or post articles for sale (use your normal username and password) as a "Seller" (once registered you can then list items for sale in your exclusive Homepage area) - Go Here - OR if you are uncomfortable with this send me an email and I will set it up for you.
... and that would be about it.
This area is presently under development. Should you have any issues or questions regarding this area please contact me.
Our Links
How to Prevent Breaking Your Fly Rod!
"The vast majority of broken rods are caused by angler error. Here’s what you can do to avoid shattering your fly-fishing dreams. "
... full article.
Here are some instruction videos on basic knots you will need to know:
Arbor Knot for Reel:
Fly Fishing Arbor Knot -- powered by ExpertVillage.com
Nail Knot for Leader
Fly Fishing Nail Knot for Leader -- powered by ExpertVillage.com
Needle Knot
Fly Fishing Needle Knot for Leader -- powered by ExpertVillage.com
Surgeon's Knot
Fly Fishing Surgeon's Knot -- powered by ExpertVillage.com - PLEASE VISIT THIS SITE FOR MORE DISCUSSIONS ON LOOP KNOTS.
Fly Fishing Loops:
About Fly Fishing Loops -- powered by ExpertVillage.com
Blood Knot
Learn to Tie a Blood Knot When Fly Fishing -- powered by ExpertVillage.com
Here are some links to web sites you may find of value:
FISHING CLUBS
http://www.iwff.ca
http://www.bcfff.bc.ca
http://www.kalflyfishers.ca
FISHING STORES
Teddy's Tackle - Chemainus - open from 1-5 from Tuesday to Friday and all day Saturday from 9-5.
Nile Creek Fly Shop - Bowser
http://www.screamingfishfly.com ( NANAIMO )
Gone Fishing (Nanaimo)
** Note** Many of the above businesses provide a 10% discount for members of the Castaways - present your membership card to receive your discount.
RELATED ARTICLES OF INTEREST
http://www.islandfishermanmagazine.com
http://www.salmonfarmers.org
http://www.anglingbc.com
http://www.bcfishingreports .com
http://www.gov.bc.ca/env/
http://www.gofishbc.com/reg_note.htm#access
http://www.hardyusa.com/
http://www.beckfisher.co.uk/
Contacting Us Page
Address: Mid-Island Castaways Fly Fishing ClubPhone:
Email Address: info@midislandcastaways.com
General Contact Information:
Please feel free to contact the following club representatives:
General Inquiries: info@midislandcastaways.com
We look forward to hearing from you.
Your Privacy
Mid-Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club is committed to protecting your personal privacy.
This Statement explains the data collection, and use practices of Mid-Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club (Club). The statement applies to Club Newsletters and the website. The statement does not apply to other Non-Club "on" or "off line" Internet sites, print publications, associated websites or product suppliers or services.
PERSONAL INFORMATION: The personal information collected by Mid-Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club will be used only to operate the business of the Club and to provide the service(s) or carry out the transaction(s) a Member has requested or authorized. Mid-Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club may follow up, either by surface or other mail, telephone, electronic mail or personal contact with members, and others, who have completed forms or provided Mid-Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club with any personal information. Mid-Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club may use electronic mail or surface mail addresses voluntarily provided to periodically send Mid-Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club related promotional and informational material such as the notices, newsletters, and information regarding upcoming and special events.
COLLECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION: Mid-Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club, will ask you to provide personal information that identifies you as a Member of Mid-Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club and which allows the Club to contact you, to track your membership for Club administration purposes. Mid-Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club will not distribute any mailing lists externally. Mid-Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club will not distribute any personal information to any person or company, other than as required by Legislation or Legal Order. The only exception is the current Club affiliation with the British Columbia Fly Fishing Federation and then, only for the purposes of reconciling Mid-Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club membership dues and for your personal Insurance.
SHARING OF INFORMATION: Mid-Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club does not, and will not release or sell personal information to outside 3rd parties. Mid-Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club is not responsible for the content or the Privacy Policies of Web sites to which it might link on the Internet.
ELECTRONIC MAIL: If voluntarily provided, your email address will be placed on the Mid-Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club web site, and may be used by Mid-Island Castaways Fly Fishing Club to send you information, newsletters, and other information directly related to the business of the Club.
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