February Gathering: Better Casts and Presentations for Trout with John Field
Better Casts and Presentations for Trout with John Field
We’re excited to invite you to our February Gathering featuring a special presentation by John Field, at Romanacci’s in Westport.
Date: Tuesday, February 18
New Venue: Romanacci, 46 Railroad Pl, Westport, CT
Time: 7:00 PM
Please note that we are meeting at a different venue this time! Join us at Romanacci in Westport for great food, great company, and an evening of fly fishing insight.
About the Presentation:
Success in trout fishing isn’t just about choosing the right fly—it’s about casting, presentation, and strategy. In Better Casts and Presentations for Trout, John Field will cover:
Trout hunting strategy
Casting techniques for improved accuracy and efficiency
Achieving a drag-free drift
Controlling speed and depth for sunken flies
Whether you’re looking to refine your casting mechanics or gain a better understanding of how trout respond to different presentations, this talk is packed with valuable insights for anglers of all skill levels.
About John Field:
John Field is an FFI Master Casting Instructor and the author of three books: Fly-Casting Finesse, ACA’s Beginner’s Guide to Fly Casting, and Fly Fishing for Trophy Striped Bass. His writing has appeared in Fly Fisherman Magazine, Canadian Sportfishing Magazine, and more.
Beyond writing and instruction, John has worked as a co-producer and cameraman for Larry Dahlberg’s Hunt for Big Fishon ESPN and ESPN2. He has also served as President of the American Casting Association and the New York Chapter of Trout Unlimited. John and his family live in Weston, CT, and you can learn more about his work at FieldFlyFishing.com.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from one of the most experienced anglers in the field.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Feel free to share this invitation with anyone who might be interested!
Christmas Tree Collection
TU and ALT
Trees for Trout on January 11
Trout Unlimited and Aspetuck Land Trust will be collecting your old Christmas trees on Saturday, January 11 from 10AM to 1PM just past the first bridge (heading north) on Park Avenue in Easton.
We will “plant” the Christmas trees along the banks of the Mill River that flows through the Warner Angler Preserve. By anchoring them, we’re building up eroded banks to improve the depth of the river, the flow, and provide a better habitat for the wild brown and native brook trout population. We did this on a relatively short stretch of the Mill in 2024. The results are promising, and we plan to extend the bank restoration in 2025.
There will be a Trout Unlimited sign and volunteers from both Trout Unlimited and the Aspetuck Land Trust who’ll handle the trees for you; you won’t even need to leave your car.
Suggested $10 of donation will help pay for the anchors
Nutmeg TU Holiday Gathering @ Elicit Brewing in Fairfield
Join us for the TU Nutmeg’s Holiday Gathering
Tuesday December 17 at 7:00
At Elicit Brewing
Let’s close out our 2024 with a little Nutmeg social. Everyone is welcome: members,
guests, and prospective members. This is a social event to get to know one another,
exchange ideas and fishing tips, even a little networking is ok!
We’ll meet at Elicit Brewing at 111 Blackrock Turnpike in Fairfield. The chapter will
provide hors d’oeuvres. Drinks are up to you. Every attendee will get a goodie bag of
fishing stuff which will prove worth quite a bit more than the recommended cash
donation of $20.
Do note this is a new approach for us. We certainly have a lot of events such as our
chapter’s trips, Mill River revetments, classes for kids and adults, stream clean-ups, and
the like. However, this party is meant for us to get to know each other. Don’t be
surprised if one of the board members asks you what you want from the chapter – ideas
for speakers, secret locations, upgraded raffle items for starters. And don’t hesitate to
simply have a good time and share fishing stories.
Please RSVP to richr@nutmegtrout.org as soon as possible so we can get a headcount
and have enough goodie bags.
Fishing with Dave!
Join out board member Dave Grazynski Saturday October 26th at 9AM at the commuter lot off of 25/Daniels Farm Road to fish the Pequonnock River. Any and all skill levels are welcome. Please RSVP to Dave.Graz@gmail.com
Volunteer Opportunity – Mill River Revetment
Volunteer Opportunity – Mill River Revetment
The Nutmeg Chapter of Trout Unlimited and the Aspetuck Land Trust have joined forces to anchor the trees in the Mill River.
Help us restore the banks of the Mill River and improve the fish habitat with repurposed Christmas Trees. We will anchor trees in the river to collect sediment and provide habitat for juvenile trout.
When: Saturday September 21st at 9:30
Where: Park on Riverside Lane in Easton by the middle bridge along Park Avenue, north of the Merritt
Wear waders or shorts and water shoes, we will be in the river.
Trees for Trout’ Uses Christmas Trees for Fish Habitat, River Restoration – ecoRI News
Please RSVP that you will be participating to Rich at RichR@nutmegtrout.org
September Gathering @ Orvis!
Catch More Trout: An Evening with Bob Strassel Jr. at Orvis Darien
We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming gathering, where we’ll dive into the secrets of one of Connecticut’s premier fly fishing destinations!
Date & Time:
Tuesday, September 17th
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location:
Orvis in Darien
432 Boston Post Rd
Darien, CT
Event Highlights:
The West Branch of the Farmington River in Barkhamsted, Connecticut is a crown jewel of fly fishing! Cold flows, great access, with heavily stocked trout, holdovers, and wild fish—truly something for everyone! But it can be a technically challenging and difficult stream to fish. It is also one of the most pressured streams in Connecticut, if not the Northeast.
Bob Strassel Jr., the Fishing Manager of Orvis Darien, enjoys fishing the Farmington River. It’s one of his favorite streams, both technically challenging and rewarding. He will share his presentation, “10 Ways to Catch More Trout on the Farmington River” at our next gathering. This presentation has tips and strategies to catch more fish and have fun fishing the Farmington.
Food:
Pizza will be served during the gathering!
Open to the Public:
Feel free to bring friends and family who might be interested. The more, the merrier!
We look forward to seeing you there for an evening of fishing insights and great company.
Tight lines!
Farmington River Fishing Trip & BBQ
Join Trout Unlimited on Saturday, June 15 at Whittemore Recreation Area on East River Road in Barkhamsted, Connecticut 06063 for a day of fishing the Farmington and some BBQ
Please RSVP Here: https://tu.myeventscenter.com/event/Farmington-River-Fishing-Trip-Bbq-92028
Fish the Norwalk River in downtown Wilton – Saturday May 25th
Fish the Norwalk River in downtown Wilton – Saturday May 25th – We will start at Shenks Island in Wilton, CT
The parking is right there, the wading is easy and sometimes the fish are cooperative.
This area is open to fly and spin fishers.
If enough people show, we will split the group and also fish Merwin Meadows.
These two areas have been greatly improved by the Mianus Chapter of Trout Unlimited
and we hope to emulate the great work done there on the Mill River in Fairfield/Easton.
RSVP to your host at richr@nutmegtrout.org
Free Fishing Day! May 11, 2024
Join us along Brookside Drive in Fairfield on Saturday May 11th for a day of fishing fun!
- Free Fishing: No license required! Enjoy a day of fishing without any hassle.
- Kids Trout Stocking: Let the little ones get involved as they help stock the river with trout. Don’t forget to bring a bucket if you have one!
- Games & Activities: We have a full slate of games, environmental education activities, and more to keep everyone entertained.
- Fly Casting & Tying: Learn how to cast a fly rod and tie your own flies like a pro.
- Stream-Walking: Explore the beauty of nature with a guided stream-walk.
- Bug Study: Dive into the fascinating world of aquatic insects with our bug study activity.
- Corn Hole: Challenge your friends and family to a game of corn hole and see who comes out on top.
If you are interested in lending a hand and volunteering for the afternoon, please reach out to Richard Mackessy at rjmackessy@gmail.com