The Central Texas Flyfishers of San Marcos, Texas is affiliated with the Federation of Fly Fishers, as well as its Southern Council. The club has members of all ages and abilities, from many backgrounds.
July 2008
Fly Fishing a River
by Marcus Rodriguez
The weather was supposed to be sunny and warm. As I was loading two kick boats into my truck, it certainly appeared like the day was going to be wonderful. Yes, it was cold, but the sun had already burned through the clouds and the birds were chirping. I could feel the heat of the sun soaking into my fleece vest. My wife came out of the house with our fly rods and was excited when she met with the beautiful day. It had been a while since our last fly fishing excursion. We have been so busy with life, that we forgot that it was fly fishing and rivers that had brought us together in the first place. I was looking forward to spending time with my wife and exploring a new river. If we caught a few fish in the meantime, it would be a definite bonus. As usual I was running a "tad" bit late.
"What time are we supposed to meet with Jerry?" my wife called out as she was putting the fly rods into the truck. | Continue Article
Where DO We Fish -- Photographic Essays
by Kim Heaston
My father, during his first 87 years, had been an avid photographer and is now too frail to use his beloved camera equipment. While I was visiting him last December he gave me his trusty Nikon F 35mm camera and some stuff to go with it. I bought some extra lenses and had an idea of how to mix my new found hobby with that wish to share what I see when I am out on a fishing trip.
I have often tried to describe those places where I have fished. Like Bill Wofford says, "fishing is not just about catching, it is also about sharing, sharing something that only another angler truly understands." I am also asked by incredulous listeners, "Where do you fly fish in Texas?" That and the awesome beauty of the Texas Hill Country are I what I want to share with you in this series of articles. This won't be photos of a bunch of oddly dressed people showing you the fish they caught. This where we fish and sometimes, why we fish. I hope that those other than anglers can understand. | Continue Article