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 2010

A Guide's Perspective on Summertime Fishing

by Marcus Rodriguez

I am sitting on my couch after a long and brutal few days in the sun. With temperatures being in the 100s and me being exposed to those temperatures...I am radiating tremendous heat, and for some odd reason my home smells like bacon.

Let me say this. For those of you not braving the hot temperatures, you're missing out on tremendous fishing. For those of you (you know who you are) who have been out and about, plying the warm depths and shadows of slow moving rivers, lakes, and bays, give yourself a pat on the back and know that you are part of the brotherhood of the sun. | Continue Article

One weights and BBQ Spaghetti

by Chris Cohen

Ever take a three state detour on the way to one of your favorite trout rivers? No? Then you might want to consider doing something unorthodox like that.

For me a fishing trip is not just about the fishing. I know I am going to catch fish, so for me it is about getting into the car with a good friend and just going. Does not really matter how you get there. Just go. Stop when you want to stop. See what you want to see.

This particular trip started almost a year ago. I was watching a show on TV about great BBQ locations that included two in Lockhart. While waiting for the Lockhart BBQs to come on they did a segment on Interstate BBQ in Memphis. Of course the ribs looked fantastic, but what really stuck with me was a big ol' plate of BBQ spaghetti. Yep, BBQ spaghetti! From that moment on I just had to try it. | Continue Article