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Fly Fest and IceCapades February 12, 2011 Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum For Immediate Release January 6, 2011 Livingston Manor, New York 845-439-4810 [email protected] On Saturday, February 12 from 10 AM – 4 PM The Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum (CFFCM), in cooperation with sponsors Catskill Flies and ClassicTrout.com will host the Fourth annual Fly Fest and the second IceCapades. Fly Fest is a gathering of 50+ fly tyers who get together every year in the CFFCM to tie flies and minimize cabin fever and mid winter blues. Both professional and amateur tyers from all over the Northeast come to share their latest patterns, swap stories and tie flies for the upcoming season. Visitors are welcome to enjoy the warmth of the day inside and pick up some pointers from the group. On this day, Fly Tyers are sure to see their shadow and return to their basements for another 6 weeks of fly tying, just in time to return for the 2011 Trout Season Opener at Junction Pool in Roscoe, NY. Volunteer Coordinators for this event are JB Martin, Jack Ganz, and ‘Catskill John’ Bonasera. For those who enjoy the cold and the excitement of ice fishing, the CFFCM will host the second IceCapades. IceCapades is an open day to all to fish on the CFFCM Pond. Last year a number of large yellow perch and brown trout were caught. Participants will be encouraged to donate $5 to fund the spring pond stocking for children’s fishing educational programs, on pond demonstrations and for those physically challenged. A member will be on hand to drill holes and those wishing to make their own can take advantage of a hand ice auger that will be available. Hot dogs and warm drinks will be available and fun will be had by all. IceCapades is coordinated by Mike Canazon, Jan Weido and CFFCM friends from the Mid Hudson Trout Unlimited. For more information call: The CFFCM at 845-439-4810

Valla’s New Book The Classic Dry Fly Box To be released November 6 at The Arts of the Angler Show For Immediate Release September 28, 2010 Livingston Manor, NY Contact: 845-439-4810 The Classic Fly Box is being considered, by many, as a “companion guide” to his first book “Tying Catskill Style-Dry Flies” (Headwater/Stackpole Books). 100 classics, primarily “Catskill-Style” dry flies, but has representation from the Pacific Northwest, down to California, over to Michigan, across to Pennsylvania, up to the Catskills, and over to Ray Bergman territory. Join Mike as he takes the reader on a tour of the history of the Catskill-style dry fly. From the Abbey to the Yellow Spinner, with 98 other stops in between. Mike explores the popular to the obscure, delving into the history of these marvelous flies, masterfully weaving quotes from Gordon, Cross, the Dettes, Bergman, and other legends with his own personal anecdotes about growing up in the Catskill tying tradition. Fully illustrated with gorgeous color photography and complete with dressing appendix. Mike will be available at the Arts of the Angler Show, at the Ethan Allen Inn, Danbury CT, on Saturday, November 6, 2010 from noon to 5PM for signing. This is another exciting book for fly tyers and those interested in fly fishing. Published by Whitefish Press. Softcover $29.95

Arts of the Angler Show Returns to Danbury, CT November 6 & 7, 2010 For immediate Release August 27, 2010 The Center of Fly Fishing, Livingston Manor, NY. The Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum will hold the Fourth Annual Arts of the Angler Show at the Ethan Allen Inn, in Danbury CT on Saturday and Sunday, November 6 & 7, 2010. This unique show combines the finest in vintage collectibles and contemporary fly fishing ‘arts’. It has been regarded as of the largest of its kind in the USA. In addition to the show featuring the ‘arts and crafts of the angler: bamboo rod making, fly tying, books, and artwork, a live consignment auction of collectibles will be held after a special priced dinner on Saturday evening. (Accepting consignments now). And returning will be the popular Book Exchange (the CFFCM will sell your books, bring them and enjoy the show). Joining over 30 great fly tyers who provide non stop fly tying demonstrations through out the show will be recognized bamboo rodmakers: David Van Burgel, Per Brandin, Marc Aroner, John Gallas, Jim Downes, Kathy Scott, Kelly Baker, among others. Not only will visitors see the best in today’s cane fishing rods available will be the widest selection of used and collectible classics from a selection of vendors. (Vendor Space is limited). The Ethan Allen Inn is centrally located at Exit 4 on Interstate Route 84 in Danbury CT. This venue provides an elegant yet casual setting for a fine show. For more detailed information on the Arts of the Angler Show, follow the changing details here on this sponsoring website or visit the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum Facebook Fan Page or website www.cffcm.net Its all about fly fishing. Contact: Erin or Pat, CFFCM 845-439-4810, [email protected] This website (insert your details here) is a sponsor of the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum. WEBMASTERS AND FORUMS. Should you use this release, Please feel free to use this logo. Please CONFIRM via email to above and we will provide your link on the CFFCM website and Facebook Fan Page as an on line sponsor.

Fly Fishing Hall of Fame 2010 at the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum October 9, 2010 Contact: CFFCM 845-439-4810 The Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum (CFFCM) in Livingston Manor, NY is proud to present the Fly Fishing Hall of Fame Class of 2010 to be honored in a ceremony and dinner at the CFFCM at 3 PM on October 9, 2010 followed by dinner at Kings Catering at 6PM. New inductees will be: Louis Rhead, Jack Gartside, John Randolph, and Art Lee. The Fly Fishing Hall of Fame was established in 1984 to recognize individuals who have made a significant contribution to the sport of fly fishing in the past and provide a lasting impression for all fly fishers. For your immediate use, the following thumbnail bios are below: Art Lee, observer, inquisitor, essayist, teacher, author and piscator, is a complete angler. Nobody likes a know-it-all, but everyone loves a great coach. For over 40 years, Art explained the ins-and-outs of fishing a dry fly more effectively on Catskill trout streams than anyone else. He shared the secrets of fishing the riffling hitch for salmon. His common sense articles written when ”Editor at Large” of Fly Fisherman Magazine were delightfully composed to be informative for every angler. Art continues to write articles and in particular for the Atlantic Salmon Journal where he has written more consecutive articles than any other fishing writer in any other magazine. In a review of Art’s book, Fishing Dry Flies for Trout on Rivers and Streams, Gray’s Sporting Journal said, “It is said that, back in the ‘40s and 50s, if an angler had one book on trout, it would be Ray Bergman’s Trout. This book is--shoot me if you want--a better written, more sophisticated book." High praise indeed, and yes, good old Izaak Walton would have indeed liked Art Lee. John Randolph, Editor Emeritus of Fly Fisherman Magazine, has made world-wide contributions to the sport of fly fishing. Following in the footsteps of his father, who wrote the daily Wood, Field & Stream column for The New York Times, Randolph first came to the Catskills in 1956. In the late 1960’s he began his newspaper career as a writer/editor for a Vermont newspaper and then founded The Vermont Sportsman Monthly. His association with Fly Fisherman Magazine came in 1978, where in a short time he became editor/publisher, a position he held until his retirement in 2009. Beyond his contributions to Fly Fisherman Magazine itself, Randolph wrote numerous fly fishing pieces for other major outdoor magazines and also authored three books. Randolph often brought into his writings not only fly-fishing technique pieces, but also the important environmental impacts that affected waters around the world. Louis Rhead (1857- 1926) a talented artist, came to America in 1883 from Etruiria, Staffordshire England. Although Rhead was widely known for his professional accomplishments in the surrounding NYC art world of the early 1900’s, including his contributions to a series of juvenile classics (Swiss Family Robinson, Gulliver, Grimm, Anderson and others) Rhead is most admired by anglers for contributions to Fly Fishing literature. Given Rhead’s obvious artistic passions, he could not have selected a more apt subject for his first book, The Speckled Brook Trout, published in 1902 by R.H. Russell in New York. In the volume, he marveled that the fish was “the most beautiful of our fresh water fauna, the more so from its mantle of rose and violet which it wears”. Above all of Rhead’s contributions that he made to the sport of fly fishing, through his staggering number of written pieces largely focused on Catskill waters- (including several books and dozens of magazine articles); one cannot deny that he was the first to help sever the American fly fisher’s dependence on British fly fishing entomological works. His American Trout Stream Insects will likely remain a cherished work in the history of American fly fishing. Jack Gartside was one of fly-fishing’s great iconoclasts, he represented the Huck Finn in all of us. His innovative fly patterns, like tiny soft hackle patterns, his elegant “sparrows” and the rambunctious saltwater “Gurglers”, were often tied on a vice clamped to the steering wheel of his taxi while waiting for fares in and around Boston. That is how he made enough money to go on his next fly fishing adventure. Jack lived a fishing life with unbridled enthusiasm, from the trout rivers of Yellowstone Park and New Zealand, to his beloved Boston Harbor for striped bass. “I frankly don’t make much of a living, but I make a hell of a life,’’ he told the Globe Sunday Magazine. He was a “trout bum” in the best sense of the words, before we even knew what one was. Among his many recognitions, he received the FFF’s “Arnold Gingrich Award”, TU’s Appreciation for the Protection and Enhancement of Cold Water Fisheries, the Outstanding Achievement Award for Fly Tying and The Izaak Walton Fly Fishing Club’s prestigious "Jack Sutton Award". Jack Gartside relished living his dreams of being able to “light out” at a moment’s notice, astride “Gerald” his inflatable giraffe, just like Huck on his raft; something not lost on this former high school English teacher. Please save the date. The 2010 Hall of Fame induction ceremony will be in the Museum on October 9, 2010 at 3 PM. This induction ceremony is open to everyone with a meet, greet, and photo op reception immediately following. There is no charge for this ceremony. A dinner will follow at Kings Catering at 5:30 PM. For more information call CFFCM 845-439-4810 or via email [email protected] The Catskill Fly Fishing Center is located at 1031 Old Route 17, Livingston Manor, NY 12758. Easily accessible from Route 17/86 Exits 94 (Roscoe) and 96 (Livingston Manor).

Patlen to get the Hook August 12, 2010 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Livingston Manor, NY. Before the unexpected death in November 2004, world recognized and master fly tyer Poul Jorgensen was working with award winning sculptor and artist Bud Wertheim for a new award in fly tying. It was Poul’s wishes to recognize a fly tyer who has clearly made a contribution to the art of fly tying through tying flies: education, promotion, new technique, new materials, publication, instruction or tool. Considerations were to be for those of the present, specifically not from the past or historical. After Poul’s death, Wertheim completed the project and used Poul’s likeness on a cast medallion (very much against Poul’s wishes) to create the Poul Jorgensen Golden Hook Award. It has been determined Ted Patlen will receive this award on Saturday evening, October 9, 2010 at Kings Catering in Livingston Manor, NY. Patlen has provided a tireless effort to share his knowledge and unite fly tyers from all over the world. Now a retiree, Ted spends more of his time and money to participate in many fly tying exhibitions and seminars all over the world. He brings new life to everyone interested in fly tying, entertaining all , even non fly tyers. He freely shares his unique techniques and makes it a point to keep fly tying enjoyable always with a smile on his face. Ted has often said “…some of these guys take it too seriously; fly tying is supposed to be fun”. In his travels, Ted meets both professional and amateur tyers from every skill level and often hosts them when they visit the USA. Among the fly tying community he is recognized as The American Ambassador of Fly Tyer and people who meet him for the first time leave with a memorable moment. His skills are equaled with unique antics that are known world wide. Ted will be presented with the Jorgensen Golden Hook Award on Saturday, October 9, 2010 at Kings Catering in Livingston Manor, NY. This dinner will follow the induction of the 2010 class of the Fly Fishing Hall of Fame: Louis Rhead, Jack Gartside, John Randolph, and Art Lee. For more information call the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum at 845-439-4810, [email protected], or www.cffcm.net

The Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum has combined its Annual Summerfest, Angler’s Market, and Jubilee Festival for an entire weekend. In 2010 it will be held on Saturday and Sunday August 7 & 8. This single event brings out the best in fishing treasures discovered over the past year from the closets, attics, and basements. Every year attendees search over 100 tables in the quest to find that unique outdoorsy thing, hard to find fly tying material, fly fishing collectible, gadget or obscure book. Combined with the highly successful Jubilee Festival it will be a Super Weekend in the Catskills. Beginning at 8:30AM on Saturday the Anglers Market and Summerfest will formally open. An hour later Jubilee Festival opens for families and community neighbors to enjoy the many local civic organizations, health centers, farmers produce market, crafts and home goods vendors. Daily activities will include “Is It Trash or Treasure Fishing Tackle”. Let Bob Selb from Classic Fly Fisherman help you identify that ‘fishing or outdoor thing’ and give you an honest appraisal of its value. Mike Canazon and the Bamboo Boys will be on hand both days from 2-3 PM with a bamboo rod casting demonstration and clinic. Sunday is a super day. The days activities will include a ‘students’ only (17and under) fishing derby’ to be held Sunday morning at 11:30AM at the CFFCM pond. Prizes will be awarded for first fish, most fish, largest fish and smallest fish. Kids are to bring their own tackle and favorite baits. At 1:30 The Great Willowemoc Fish Race will be held and immediately after will follow with the Jubilee Day Cake. The CFFCM will once again celebrate birthday and anniversary milestones ending in a 0 or 5. Everyone is welcome and cake will be provided at no charge. This is a fine day to share your celebration with your family and community. Listen to the music of the Kurpil family Sunday from noon to 3:00 under the tent. Tony and Agnes will be serving their classic sausage and peppers sandwiches and other grill treats the entire weekend, so bring the entire family and all of your friends. The Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum is located at 1031 Old Route 17 between Livingston Manor and Roscoe NY, just off exits 94 and 96. For more information on how to participate or become a vendor, contact the CFFCM at 845-439-4810.

Fly Fish with Paul Volcker and Don Trump Jr. for the Benefit of the Catskill Fly Fishing Museum Livinston Manor, NY Contact: 845-439-4810 On May 29, 2010 the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum (CFFCM) will hold their 29th Annual Fund Raising Dinner and Auction in Livingston Manor, NY. This auction includes many unique items offered once to raise funds to meet the annual needs of the CFFCM and their mission to preserve, protect and promote fly fishing. This 501 c (3) organization relies on membership and donations to keep their 53 acre property available to visitors and education programs for students of every age. This year’s auction is very important to the maintenance of the infrastructure that includes a state of the art museum, education building, pond, pavilion, bunk houses, and administration offices. Auction intems include: 1. A half day fly fishing with Mr. Paul Volcker on private Catskill Stream. 2. A full day of fly fishing with Donald Trump Jr. on his favorite rivers. 3. A custom made bamboo fly rod from Bob Taylor 4. A half day fishing in CT with fishing and fly tying author Keith Fulsher 5. A chef’s dinner for four with appropriate wines at Ken Aretsky’s Patroon Restaurant with Chef Bill Peet And many others. For information on bidding or attending this very unique dinner call the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum; 845-439-4810.

November 14 & 15,2009 The Third Annual Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum Arts of the Angler Show At the Ethan Allen Inn, at Exit 4 on 1-84 in Danbury CT Its all about fly fishing For updates and latest information, check out the Arts link at www.cffcm.net The Show: Not your ordinary fly show. Featuring seminars, clinics, classes and vendors all related to fly fishing. It is simply all about fly fishing and all proceeds benefit the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum. You'll find everything related to fly fishing, it's all here in an intimate and elegant setting. Dinner and Live Auction on Saturday Evening. Saturday: Show hours 9AM-5 PM, A special price fixe dinner at 5:30 and followed by a live auction at 7:00 PM Sunday: Show hours 9AM-4PM, Blind tying contest at high noon 30+ of the finest Fly Tyers providing non stop demonstrations over the weekend: David Brandt, Bob Mead, Jay 'fishy' Fullum, Bob Mead, Jack Pangburn, Roger Plourde, Bruce Corwin, Bruce Marino, Leslie Wrixon, George Cheundolo, Greg Belcamino, Harold Williams, Bill Newcomb, William Hrinko, Peggy Brennan, Joe Soma, United Fly Tyers, Catskill Flytying Guild, John Bonasera, John Klemm, Ken Mocker, Shawn Britton, Aaron Jasper, Paul Rossman, Tom Farmer, John Marsico, Stan Fadula, Mike Martinek, Bob Lindquist, Ted Patlen and Richard Ross.[/size]

The Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum will host the annual Fly Fishing Hall of Fame ceremony on Saturday, October 17 at 3 PM in the museum. This year's inductees include: Dan Blanton, Bob Clouser, Gardner Grant, Roman Moser, Frederick Halford, and GEM Skues. Due to prior commitments, Blanton and Clouser will not be present, however, highly celebrated members Gardner Grant and Austria's Roman Moser will be on hand. Receiving for deceased member, GEM Skues will be Skues nephew Keith. At this time the CFFCM is searching for a relative of the late Frederick Halford to accept the award. For more information please visit the CFFCM website: www.cfffcm.net or call 845-439-4810. A dinner and silent auction will also be held that evening. www.cffcm.net 845-439-4810

Coming November 14 & 15 The Third Annual Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum, www.cffcm.net; 845-439-4810 Arts of the Angler Show At the Ethan Allen Inn, at Exit 4 on I-84 in Danbury CT It’s all about fly fishing! The Show: Not your ordinary fly show! Featuring seminars, clinics, classes and vendors all related to fly fishing. It is simply all about fly fishing and all proceeds benefit the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum. You will find everything related to fly fishing; it’s all here in an intimate and elegant setting. Saturday: Show hours 9AM-5 PM, A special price fixe dinner at 5:30 and a live auction at 7:00 PM Sunday: Show hours 9AM-4PM, Blind tying contest at high noon 30+ of the finest Fly Tyers providing non stop demonstrations over the weekend: Ralph Graves, David Brandt, Jay ‘Fishy’ Fullum, Bob Mead, Jack Pangburn, Roger Plourde, Bruce Corwin, Bruce Marino, Leslie Wrixon, George Cherundolo, Greg Belcamino, Harold Williams, Bill Newcomb, William Hrinko, Peggy Brennan, Joe Soma and others… Vendors will be providing everything you can imagine: the latest and finest in rods, reels and accessories. Classic and vintage tackle, equipment, books, fly tying materials, collectibles, destinations, and guide services. Visit over 50 tables, including the Classic Fly Fisherman, Jerry Girard, Whitewater Flies, The Variant, Badger Creek Flies, Richard Bradley Reels, Mike Longuil Fly Fishing Collectibles, Above and Below H20, Kelly Baker Rods, Carlson Rod Company, MC Fly Fishing, and more Seminars and clinics through out each day: Fran Verdoliva telling you about the latest in catching Atlantic Salmon on New York’s Lake Ontario tributaries. How to select and what to look for in used bamboo rods by Mike Longuil. How to make and understanding bamboo rods with master maker David Van Burgel and a little leader furling with Kathy Scott. Every hour a different fly tyer will provide an up close and personal roundtable fly tying clinic on the floor.

The Old Reel Collectors Association (ORCA) will have an antique and collectible Reel Exhibit at the Arts of the Angler Show in Danbury, CT. On November 15 & 16, 2008 at the Danbury Plaza Hotel. ORCA will also provide identification and history on old reels. For more information, please call 845-439-4810 or email [email protected] Visit the CFFCM website at: www.cffcm.net

Fly Fishing Book Exchange at CFFCM’s Arts Show Nov. 15 & 16, 2008 For Immediate Release Contact: CFFCM 1-845-439-4810 October 24, 2008 Livingston Manor, NY. The Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum has added yet another component to their diverse fly fishing show, The Arts of the Angler to be held at the Danbury Plaza Hotel in Danbury CT, on November 15 & 16, 2008; a fly fishing book exchange. The Fly Fishing Book Exchange is open to all attendees. Attendees are encouraged to bring their used books they would like to sell at the show. The CFFCM will have a ‘Book Exchange” area set up to display used books for sale and CFFCM will receive a 10% commission for sold books (an additional 5% for credit card purchases). The process is simple: ‘book sellers’ are required to put their selling price and initials on the top right hand corner of the inside right hand front page in pencil. Books can be dropped off at the CFFCM table upon entrance to the show and picked up on their way out with on the spot payment for any sold. Attendees get to enjoy the show while their books maybe earning them some money. This Book Exchange will give attendees the opportunity to sell their old and used outdoor sporting books or pick up some to fill their library. For more information Contact the CFFCM at 845-439-4810 or via email [email protected]

The Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum Presents The Arts of the Angler Show Fine fishing tackle, Bamboo rods, the highest quality in fly tying materials, guides, destinations, and classic and collectible art, books, tackle and accessories. Classes, Seminars, Programs, and Live Auction. November 15 & 16, 2008 Featuring demonstrations, seminars, classes, and a fine group of purveyors at the Danbury Plaza Hotel (formerly the Sheraton), 18 Old Ridgebury Road, Danbury, CT, located off exit 2, Route I84, in Danbury, CT Saturday, November 15, Sunday, November 16, 9:00 - 5:00 Show open 9:30 - 4:00 Show open Both Days-Programs 9:30-4 and Antique Tackle Roadshow Appraisers 5:45 - 7:00 Special Buffet Dinner Available 10:30-Noon – Fly Tyers Garage. 7:00 PM Live auction of flyfishing and sporting collectibles Free Seminars include: Mike Longuil: Selecting a Bamboo Fly Rod, Refinishing Bamboo Rods, The Sea Run Fish of South America by Jerry Stercho, Dave Brandt’s A Good Look at Labrador, Fran Verdoliva on Lake Ontario Tributaries Salmon and Steelhead, For Beginners in the Salt, Creative Fly Tying, First steps in bamboo rodmaking with David Van Burgel, Kathy Scott Furling Leaders and signing her new book Changing Planes, others and Special Book Release and Signing by Keith Fulsher Sunday Noon-2PM Fly Tying Classes. Catskill Dry Flies-David Brandt, Streamers and Baitfish for Fresh and Saltwater-Mike Martinek, Make A Mead Lady Bug-Bob Mead, Deer Hair Management and Bug Making, and others. Call 845-439-4810 for registration information, fees apply. Vendors providing the finest in hackle to tackle: Baker’s Bamboo Flyrods, White Water Flies-The Variant, MC Flyfishing, Housatonic River Outfitters, Badger Creek Fly Tying, Richard Bradley Reels, Housatonic Valley Rods, Bamboo Mike Longuil, Belvoirdale, Jerry Girard, and others. Non-Stop Tying Demonstrations by America’s best tyers and The Catskill Fly Tyers Guild. Simply the best of the best in the USA including: Dave Brandt, Jay ‘Fishy’ Fullum, Mike Martinek, Bob Mead, Ralph Graves, Bruce Marino, Paul Rossman, Bill Hrinko, Roger Plourde, Harold Williams, Jack Pangburn, Peggy Brenner, Leslie Wrixon, Bill Newcomb, Thomas Farmer, Bruce Corwin, Joe Soma, John Klemm Jr., George Cherundolo, Greg Belcamino, Shawn Britton, and more. Antique Fishing Tackle Roadshow Is it TRASH or TREASURE? This is the place to bring attic discoveries and find out just how much it is worth. A panel of museum appraisers will be on hand each day to help you find out just what you have in lures, hooks, magazines, rods, reels, or other fishing related items. Live Auction, Saturday 7PM NEW>>>Fly Tyers Garage Need a tune up? Crowding heads, bent wings, floppy tails, poor thread performance, working with new tools? Our top-notch mechanics: Fishy, Pangburn, Klemm, Farmer, Williams, Marino, and Brenner will provide diagnostics to tune up your tying. . Bring your tools and materials. No estimates involved, all tune-ups are free. Sunday morning 10:30-Noon. For more and updated information: www.cffcm.net or contact the CFFCM phone 845-439-4810 (Special Hotel Show Rates-$79 per night, call 203-794-0600)

Fly Fishing Book Exchange at CFFCM’s Arts Show Nov. 15 & 16, 2008 For Immediate Release Contact: CFFCM 1-845-439-4810 October 24, 2008 Livingston Manor, NY. The Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum has added yet another component to their diverse fly fishing show, The Arts of the Angler to be held at the Danbury Plaza Hotel in Danbury CT, on November 15 & 16, 2008; a fly fishing book exchange. The Fly Fishing Book Exchange is open to all attendees. Attendees are encouraged to bring their used books they would like to sell at the show. The CFFCM will have a ‘Book Exchange” area set up to display used books for sale and CFFCM will receive a 10% commission for sold books (an additional 5% for credit card purchases). The process is simple: ‘book sellers’ are required to put their selling price and initials on the top right hand corner of the inside right hand front page in pencil. Books can be dropped off at the CFFCM table upon entrance to the show and picked up on their way out with on the spot payment for any sold. Attendees get to enjoy the show while their books maybe earning them some money. This Book Exchange will give attendees the opportunity to sell their old and used outdoor sporting books or pick up some to fill their library. For more information Contact the CFFCM at 845-439-4810 or via email [email protected]

Livingston Manor, NY- On October 18, 2008 the following individuals will be inducted into the Fly Fishing Hall of Fame: Ed Van Put, Francis Betters, Art Neuman, George Griffith, Dave Whitlock and Ed Zern. The Fly Fishing Hall of Fame is located in Livingston Manor, NY, at the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum, hub of the fly fishing community. The Fly Fishing Hall of Fame was established to recognize those who have made a significant contribution to the world of fly fishing The induction ceremony and reception will be held in the Catskill Fly Fishing Museum at 3:00 PM, everyone is welcome. A special recognition dinner will be held following the induction ceremony at King’s Catering in Livingston Manor, NY; cocktails at 6, dinner following at 7. In addition to honoring our new Hall of Fame members at this special dinner, Bob Boyle will receive The Lee Wulff Conservation Award and Dick Talleur will receive The Poul Jorgensen Golden Hook Award. David Klausmeyer will announce the winners of Fly Tyer Magazines 30th Anniversary World’s Biggest Tying Contest, and Mary Dette will share some precious moments on the early history of the Dette’s, making this a very special evening. Attached, please find thumbnail bios on 2008 inductees and list of previous inductees of the Fly Fishing Hall of Fame. Further information on installation reception and Dinner reservations can be tickets can be found at www.cffcm.net or contacting The Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum at 845-439-4810.