Penn's Woods West Trout Unlimited

Cabin Fever 2023
2023-02-26 08:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Doubletree by Hilton, 910 Sheraton Drive, Mars, PA, 16046, United States
CABIN FEVER 2023
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Bar Flies Monthly Meeting
2023-02-27 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-03-27 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-04-24 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-05-22 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-06-26 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-07-24 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-08-28 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-09-25 19:00 - 21:00 and 2 more dates | Howard’s Tavern, 98 Center Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15229, United States
Face to face meetings of Bar Flies have resumed although the location has changed. The group meets the fourth Monday of each month. The new location is Howard’s Tavern

Penn's Woods West Chapter Meeting - CANCELLED
2023-03-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Christ Church at Grove Farm, 249 Duff Road, Sewickley, PA, 15243, United States
Not Happening. See you in April.

Introduction to Fly Fishing
2023-03-25 09:00 - 15:00, 2023-03-26 09:00 - 15:00 | Wilkins School Community Center, 7604 Charleston Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15218, United States
Two day-long sessions being held on Saturday, March 25 and Sunday, March 26 at the Wilkins School Community Center, 7604 Charleston Ave., Pittsburgh PA 15218 (Regent Square neighborhood of Pittsburgh’s East End). Classes will run from 9:00 to about 3:00 each day, with lunch provided by Penn’s Woods West TU. Session sizes are limited so we can provide personalized instruction with each participant.
The course will cover areas such as equipment needs, useful knots, fly selection and basic entomology, how to read the water for locations likely containing fish, and a demonstration and basic instruction on how to cast fly rods.
Scott Loughner, local fly-fishing expert, is the primary instructor and will be assisted by members of Penn’s Woods West TU.
To sign up for one of the two sessions, please contact TU member Ed Barger at treasurer@pwwtu.org, and use the subject “Free Fly-Fishing School 2023” in the email.

PWWTU Women & Diversity Event: Laurel Highlands Trout Trip
2023-03-25 10:00 - 15:00 | PA
Description: Join us to trout fish in the beautiful Laurel Highlands! (Loyalhanna or Indian Creek); Difficulty: Easy
About the Penn Woods West Trout Unlimited Women and Diversity Initiative Schedule 2023:
We try to adhere to the dates below unless something unexpected occurs. However, locations may change depending on weather, trout stocking, and water levels. In general, we meet around 10AM and officially stop fishing around 2PM or 3PM. Events are free but registration is required.
Registration: Registration is via an Eventbrite link provided by email approximately 2 weeks prior to the date. The email contains details regarding the final location as well as any contingencies or back-up options. Registration is free but all attendees must register. We also generally schedule a pre-event virtual webinar to answer any final questions the Thursday prior to the event. Final confirmation of a location is then sent to all registered participants. This allows us to make any final adjustments due to weather or water conditions.
Difficulty Level: The difficulty levels listed below are based on the location and nature of the activity required including equipment needed, cold weather, wading difficulty, the need to walk into a stream and so forth.

Beginner: These events require no equipment and are designed to help people completely new to flyfishing learn the basics. You should expect to get wet during these events even though you do not need waders or boots.
Easy: These events are held in a location where wading is either minimal or easy. Waders and boots are needed for these events.
Moderate: These events require some equipment and wading or walking will be required. Some experience is helpful.
Difficult: These events are either very technical or require the willingness to hike or wade in difficult conditions. They will require appropriate gear and preparation. For example, the ability to wade into cold water during Steelheading season.

NOTE: A Fishing License is required for every event unless noted otherwise below. Trout Stamp is required for most. PA fishing licenses are issued on a calendar year basis so buy yours in January to get the most use out of it!

Please email Nora Cline and Jodie Minor at pwwtuwomen@gmail.com with questions or to ask for more details.

Penn's Woods West Chapter Meeting
2023-04-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Christ Church at Grove Farm, 249 Duff Road, Sewickley, PA, 15243, United States
The meetings are open to the public, and Chapter Members are encouraged to attend. A short business meeting usually precedes the main event: a talk by a visiting expert who addresses issues related to cold-water stream conservation or fishing.

2023 Fly Tier's Reunion
2023-04-19 18:00 - 21:00 | Highlands Sporting Clays Lodge, 199 Teal Drive, Rockwood, PA, 15557, United States
The 2023 Fly Tier’s Reunion is set for Wednesday evening April 19, at the Highlands Sporting Clays Lodge located at 199 Teal Drive, Champion, PA at Seven Springs Mountain Resort in Somerset County.
The event will feature nationally known fly tiers from around the northeastern United States who will be demonstrating their fly tying skills and showcasing their famous and signature fly patterns. All the tiers will provide advice, answer questions and share their secrets that have helped make them among the best fly tiers in the world.
The event is free and open to the public and will begin at 6:00 PM and conclude at 9:00 PM. Attendees are also encouraged to arrive early to enjoy the Lodge’s excellent food and beverage selections. In addition, this year the first 25 youngsters under the age of 16 who attend will receive a tying gift bag valued at $40.00 worth of fly tying materials.
Lenny Lichvar, President of the Pennsylvania Council of Trout Unlimited and a co-author of the book Keystone Fly Fishing, will also be on hand to discuss coldwater resource conservation issues and provide information on local angling destinations.
For questions or more information call 814-926-6145.

PWWTU Women & Diversity Event: PA Wilds/ NW PA: Pine Creek or Oil Creek Trout Trip
2023-04-22 10:00 - 15:00 | PA
Description: Join us to trout fish for stocked trout on Pine Creek or Oil Creek.; Difficulty: Moderate (Wading/walking trails required)

What You Will Need: waders, boots, staff, fly rod and basic gear, fishing license ad trout stamp required.

About the Penn Woods West Trout Unlimited Women and Diversity Initiative Schedule 2023:
We try to adhere to the dates below unless something unexpected occurs. However, locations may change depending on weather, trout stocking, and water levels. In general, we meet around 10AM and officially stop fishing around 2PM or 3PM. Events are free but registration is required.
Registration: Registration is via an Eventbrite link provided by email approximately 2 weeks prior to the date. The email contains details regarding the final location as well as any contingencies or back-up options. Registration is free but all attendees must register. We also generally schedule a pre-event virtual webinar to answer any final questions the Thursday prior to the event. Final confirmation of a location is then sent to all registered participants. This allows us to make any final adjustments due to weather or water conditions.
Difficulty Level: The difficulty levels listed below are based on the location and nature of the activity required including equipment needed, cold weather, wading difficulty, the need to walk into a stream and so forth.

Beginner: These events require no equipment and are designed to help people completely new to flyfishing learn the basics. You should expect to get wet during these events even though you do not need waders or boots.
Easy: These events are held in a location where wading is either minimal or easy. Waders and boots are needed for these events.
Moderate: These events require some equipment and wading or walking will be required. Some experience is helpful.
Difficult: These events are either very technical or require the willingness to hike or wade in difficult conditions. They will require appropriate gear and preparation. For example, the ability to wade into cold water during Steelheading season.

NOTE: A Fishing License is required for every event unless noted otherwise below. Trout Stamp is required for most. PA fishing licenses are issued on a calendar year basis so buy yours in January to get the most use out of it!

Please email Nora Cline and Jodie Minor at pwwtuwomen@gmail.com with questions or to ask for more details.

Stream Keepers Volunteer and Organization Seminar 2023
2023-04-29 09:30 - 15:00 | North Park, PA, United States
Purpose: This one-day event will provide an overview of the Stream Keepers and Stream Girls program including key principles of the program, location selection, volunteer preparation and the key elements. Trout Unlimited chapters and other organizations interested in the program are welcome to send adult representatives to learn about the program. Location: This seminar is being held on-location at North Park in Allegheny County (Pittsburgh) PA. The location is where Penn’s Woods will be hosting their Stream Keepers event this spring. Seminar Format: The Seminar will be divided into an AM and PM session. The AM session will cover the purpose of Stream Keepers and general considerations for hosting a program including location, clearances, and volunteer recruiting and training opportunities. The PM session will be an interactive review of the key elements of Stream Keepers geared towards volunteers or those who are ready to plan their Stream Keepers program. Those who are only interested in learning more about Stream Keepers are welcome to attend only the AM session. Seminar Location and Details: The Seminar will be held outside at a picnic pavilion in North Park (Pittsburgh). The pavilion is on a slope and parking is at the bottom of the slope or across the street. A porta john is nearby and and other amenities are just across the stream. Please plan accordingly. Please bring your own water, lunch and snacks for the day.
Click here to view full schedule for the event

PWWTU Women & Diversity Event: Stream Keepers Volunteer Training at North Park
2023-04-29 10:00 - 15:00 | PA
Description: We will be training volunteers for our June program. You do not need to be able to fly fish.
About the Penn Woods West Trout Unlimited Women and Diversity Initiative Schedule 2023:
We try to adhere to the dates below unless something unexpected occurs. However, locations may change depending on weather, trout stocking, and water levels. In general, we meet around 10AM and officially stop fishing around 2PM or 3PM. Events are free but registration is required.
Registration: Registration is via an Eventbrite link provided by email approximately 2 weeks prior to the date. The email contains details regarding the final location as well as any contingencies or back-up options. Registration is free but all attendees must register. We also generally schedule a pre-event virtual webinar to answer any final questions the Thursday prior to the event. Final confirmation of a location is then sent to all registered participants. This allows us to make any final adjustments due to weather or water conditions.
Difficulty Level: The difficulty levels listed below are based on the location and nature of the activity required including equipment needed, cold weather, wading difficulty, the need to walk into a stream and so forth.

Beginner: These events require no equipment and are designed to help people completely new to flyfishing learn the basics. You should expect to get wet during these events even though you do not need waders or boots.
Easy: These events are held in a location where wading is either minimal or easy. Waders and boots are needed for these events.
Moderate: These events require some equipment and wading or walking will be required. Some experience is helpful.
Difficult: These events are either very technical or require the willingness to hike or wade in difficult conditions. They will require appropriate gear and preparation. For example, the ability to wade into cold water during Steelheading season.

NOTE: A Fishing License is required for every event unless noted otherwise below. Trout Stamp is required for most. PA fishing licenses are issued on a calendar year basis so buy yours in January to get the most use out of it!

Please email Nora Cline and Jodie Minor at pwwtuwomen@gmail.com with questions or to ask for more details.

Little Pine Creek Outdoor Adventures May 18-22
2023-05-18 - 2023-05-22 | little Pine Creek State Park, Waterville, PA
The newly formed Outdoor Adventures committee is pleased to announce a trip to Little Pine Creek during the period May 18-22, 2023.
All are welcome to attend. The basic idea is DIY camping and fishing with group social activities in the evenings. It’s obviously high season for trout fishing on Pine Creek, so you should reserve a site at the campground as soon as possible. (1-888-727-2757). Andy has reserved campsite #34 on the main loop. There are some tenting sites nearby. The Little Pine Creek Campground is near Waterville in North Central, PA. It’s a 3.5 hour drive from Pittsburgh.
Camping there gives easy access to Little Pine Creek, (big) Pine Creek, Slate Run and Cedar Creek. Kettle creek is an hour’s drive west. DIY camping means you provide all necessary equipment and food for the adventure. Andy will cook BBQ for a “pitch-in banquet” on Saturday evening. Please bring an appetizer or side dish to complete the meal.
Contact Andy to let him know you are planning to join the fun or if you have questions. (email: campfire451@gmail.com; phone number: 971-409–6149)
If you like camping and fishing and wood smoke, join the fun. Details: CLICK HERE

Outdoors Adventure Outing to Spring Creek
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-06 | Spring Creek, State College, PA, United States
Spring Creek
Arriving June 1st, leaving June 6th.
The Trout Unlimited Adventure’s committee will host an outing to Spring Creek, near State College. We will stay at Bald Eagle State Park, the Russel P. Letterman Campground. For myself, I have reserved site no. 32 in the Oak circle. Near me, sites 28, 30 and 33 (Oak circle) are available. All sites can accommodate more than one camp. All sites have electricity and are long enough for trailers as well as tents.
On Saturday night there will be a barbecue with meat provided by TU. For those attending the barbecue, it would be appreciated if you could contribute an appetizer, side dish, salad, or dessert for the group. So bring a chair and join in around the campfire for food and lively conversation.
The area around State College and Bellefonte is well know for its fishing opportunities so you will have a variety of choices on where to spend your day.
Andy
Campfire451@gmail. Com
971-409-6149

2023 Stream Keepers for Youth Ages 11 to 14 at North Park
2023-06-03 09:30 - 2023-06-10 16:30 | North Park, PA, United States
This 2-day, citizen-scientist program teaches conservation to youth ages 11 to 14 through a variety of fun, hands-on activities that encourage youth to get out and explore the world around them.
Held over two consecutive Saturdays, it includes:
Day 1 (June 3):

Explore the Water: Walk along the stream and lake. You might discover something new along the way!
Knot Physics: Tie and test common fishing knots.
Bug Hunt: Search for Macro-invertebrates in the stream. You’ll be amazed what you can find under a rock!
Art Imitates Life: Learn to tie flies that match what you found on your Bug Hunt.

Day 2 (June 10):

Go with the Flow: Release your rubber duck to measure key characteristics of streams and lakes
Fishing with Physics: Learn how to cast a fly and properly fight a fish. Let the rod do the work!
Scavenger Hunt: Put it all together and have some fun at the same time!
Choose Your Adventure: Parents/Guardians are invited to join their youth for an afternoon of fishing and learning.

Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stream-keepers-ages-11-to-14-registration-612446783817

What to Bring:

Lunch and any additional food or beverages they would like to have.
Sunscreen
Bug Spray
Any needed medications
Shoes, sandals or rubber boots for wading in the stream
Additional clothing or shoes if needed (they will get wet)
Emergency contact information (we will also keep the registration information on-site)
Youth are also welcome to bring cameras and cell phones to this event!

Our Volunteers:
All volunteers for the event have been completed background checks and have experience in the areas they are leading.They are all active members of Trout Unlimited.
The Location:
The event will be held outside at a covered pavilion in North Park.The pavilion has a porta-john and water fountain nearby.
What’s Provided:
PA Trout Unlimited will provide the journals, materials needed to participate, fishing equipment and anything else needed for the activities. We will also be providing some light snacks as well as drinks and water. Snacks will include peanut-free and gluten-free snack options.

Fly Casting Skills Development: A Guide to Learning and Improving Fly Casting Skills
2023-06-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Oil Creek State Park at the Blood Farm Day Use Area
Keystone Fly Fishers located in Northwest Pennsylvania is offering Fly Casting Skills Development: A Guide to Learning and Improving Fly Casting Skills

June 10, 2023 – Casting instruction and demonstration of each cast
June 17, 2023 – Practice on the course, instruction where needed
June 24, 2023 – Casting Skills Challenge – (optional assessment)

The Casting Skills Development will be held at Oil Creek State Park at the Blood Farm
Day Use Area from 10:00 AM – Noon. Ages 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult.

Foundation Level
A great starting place for those picking up a ﬂy rod for the ﬁrst time, or a beginner with
some ﬁshing experience. We work towards an understanding of loop formation, loop
control, accuracy, and changing casting direction. For this program we will have ﬂy
ﬁshing outﬁts available to use.

Bronze Level
Casting Instruction will be by Master Certiﬁed Casting Instructor Gary Kell and
additional FFI Certiﬁed Instructor Bob Anderson.

All participants at the Bronze Level must have their own equipment.
1. Pick up and Lay Down Cast – Dominant and Non-Dominant side – 35 ft.
2. Horizontal Pick Up and Lay Down Cast – 35 ft.
3. Shooting Line to 40 ft.
4. Accuracy @ 25 & 35 ft.
5. Roll Cast to 35 ft. – Dominate Side
6. Distance cast to 50+ ft.

Preregistration and payment in the amount of $35.00 for the Foundation Level and
$50.00 for the Bronze Level must be paid prior to the June 10 start date.

For more information contact us at keystoneﬂyﬁshers1@gmail.com or call
814-673-5478 or search Fly Fishers International Website for the Casting Skills
Development Program.

Beginner Steelhead Fly Tying at International Angler with local fly fishing fanatic Bruce Cox
2023-09-06 17:30 - 19:00, 2023-10-04 17:30 - 19:00, 2023-11-01 17:30 - 19:00 | International Angler, 5275 Steubenville Pike, Pittsburgh, PA, 15205, United States
A beginner steelhead fly tying class (4 week course) will start Wednesday evenings on September 6 through September 27 from 5:30 pm to 7 pm at International Angler.
Cost is $100 per student and each will receive a complimentary Orvis Ultralight Foam Fly Box.
*STUDENTS MUST SUPPLY THEIR OWN FLY TYING VISE AND TYING TOOLS*
*MATERIALS FOR FLIES TIED DURING CLASS WILL BE SUPPLIED*
*KIDS 15 YEARS AND UNDER* FREE *WHEN ACCOMPANIED BY ADULT*
Students signed up for these classes are eligible for an in-store discount on fly tying vises and tools. (Ask for details at shop)
Pre-register by calling the shop:
INTERNATIONAL ANGLER
5275 STEUBENVILLE PIKE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15205
412-788-8088
ia2@internationalangler.com
RETAIL STORE HOURS
SUN, MON – CLOSED
TUE,WED, THU – 10AM-6PM
FRI – 10AM-6PM
SAT – 10AM-4PM

Monthly Meeting Change to September 18, 2023 (Featuring tying demos by Tim Flagler from Tightline Productions)
2023-09-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Christ Church at Grove Farm, 249 Duff Road, Sewickley, PA, 15243, United States
You don’t want to miss this one!
Join us for our monthly meeting on Monday, September 18th at 7:00 PM at Christ Church @ Grove Farm Barn, right off the Mt. Nebo exit on Rt 79 North.
Meet our featured presenter, Tim Flagler, from Tightline Productions. www.tightlinevideo.com.
Tim will be tying and demonstrating four amazing fly patterns and techniques of fishing them:

October Caddis Soft Hackle
Parachute Isonychia
Bugger (Squirrel & Herl or Adams)
Uke’s Brown Bug (Perdigon jig)

He will cover these patterns and different tips/techniques and how to tie and fish other similar flies as well.

Penn's Woods West Chapter Meeting
2023-10-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Christ Church at Grove Farm, 249 Duff Road, Sewickley, PA, 15243, United States
The meetings are open to the public, and Chapter Members are encouraged to attend.
Join us Monday, October 9 for this month’s chapter meeting.In Eric’s words:I have been a teacher for 26 years, and I currently teach U.S. History at the Fox Chapel Area School District. I dabbled with fishing as a kid, but when I was in 9th grade, I won my first Orvis fly rod outfit at the annual banquet of the Ken Sink Chapter of Trout Unlimited. I still treasure it, and I will forever be grateful to TU for that rod and reel. I learned a lot about fly fishing and trout with that rod in my hand, but learned even more thanks to Nick Cobler’s dad, Dwight. He took us on trips to camp, he always made sure we had a box of flies, and he helped to foster a love of fly fishing on the banks of the Sinnemahoning creek. In the years that followed, more serious fly fishing, fly tying and rod building followed. I really enjoy being outdoors, and when I am not fishing and tying, I love time with my wife, Carrie and two sons, Gunnar and Grant. I also serve as the treasurer of the Allison Park Sportsman Club, and really enjoy bird hunting with my English Setter Winston.
Eric will discuss how to get there and where to fish, as well as the great opportunities that North and Northwest Arkansas have to offer to anglers and outdoor enthusiasts.
See you there!

Outdoors Adventures
2023-10-19 - 2023-10-24 | Kettle Creek, 97 Kettle Creek Park Ln, Renovo, PA, 17764, United States
October 19th through the 24th, PWWTU will be camping at the Kettle Creek Campground for a few days of fishing in Kettle Creek drainage and other areas of interest. Andy will be at site ‘lucky’ number 13. l’ve been told by the reservation desk that sites are filling up quickly so if you are planning to attend, make your plans now. On Saturday night there will be a barbecue with meat provided. If you are planning on attending it would be appreciated if you could provide an appetizer, side dish or dessert for the group.
There will be a campfire each night where we can socialize and swap stories of the days adventures. All members and non – members of TU are invited. For questions, contact Andy at:
971-409-6149
Campfire451@gmail.com
