2008 - 2009
February 26, 2009
Westside Membership Meeting
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February's meeting
You don't want too miss it!
This is our Steelhead Work Bench meeting which we tried last year with great success. By popular demand we are doing it again this year. It is open to the general public and there is no COST so bring a friend. Out of this we hope that we sign-up a few new members too support our cause.
This event covers everything you need to know to become a successful steelheader. Here's how it works. There will 13 stations setup covering everything you need to know about steelheading. Who knows better than OCBS, we have been educating steelheaders for 25 years.
Want to know how to smoke fish? We have Larry Singleton (OCBS Member) to explain how it's done.
Want to tie your own flies? We have four tiers that can show you how it's done to get you on your way. You will see how to tie yard flies, bugs, streams, tub flies and more. The fly tiers are:
Jerry Darkes (Angling Consultant)
Monte Casey (The Steelhead Guide)
Bob Williams (Screaming Reels Guide Service)
Jeff Zofchek (OCBS Member)
Want to learn how to tie spawn sacks and be efficient at it? You can! We have Ken Harper (OCBS Member) who will demonstrate everything you need to know about spawn (eggs). He didn't earn the nickname Spawn Chucker for nothing.
What about knots? Knots that are strong and have great tinsel strength. What knots are best for terminal tackle, meaning joining two lines, tying a hook to a leader and more. Tom Blotzer (OCBS VP) will be happy to show you the knots you need to know.
How about rigging your spinning rod. We have Dave Esner (OCBS Member) on hand to show you what you need to do for float fishing and bottom bouncing.
How about fly fishing? This is a very popular stopping point as many steelheaders have interest in learning how to catch steelhead with a fly rod. Les Ober (OCBS Member) will show you the rigs needed to catch and will explain much more as to how you fish your rigs.
Fly lines and Out Door Gear are very important to steelheaders. Will Turek (Mid-West Spey Schools) will be stationed to show you and talk to you about the different fly lines that are available for convention and Spey fisherman.
Jeff Liskay (Silver Fury Guide Service) will cover the gear you need when you are on the water. To be successful you need the right gear. Often new steelheaders purchase all the wrong gear before they learn what they really need and then have to purchase the right gear. Get it right he first time, Jeff will be able to point you in the right direction and you should be able to purchase the right gear you need.
Both Will and Jeff are spey fishing experts at swing flies. I'm sure they can answer any question you throw at them.
Center Pin fishing has become a popular way of catching steelhead. We see more and more anglers venturing over to fish the PIN. Mike Durkalec (OCBS Member) will be on hand to show and explain how you rig and fish a Center Pin. Mike was one first OH steelheaders to pickup a Pin and uses nothing else.
Backing up Mike will be Joe Santoli (OCBS Member) will cover everything else you need to know about Center Pinning.
What about your 2009 fishing license? The 2008 license expires February 28 and you will need a new license beginning March 1, 2009. Frank Simoncic (Rod Makers Shop) can hook you up. Seniors have a discounted fee while the rest have to pay $19.00. Only cash or checks will be accepted for payment.
To purchase your license online follow this link: Ohio Internet license sales system For information on regulations, prices and vendors, please visit: Hunting and Fishing Regulations
There will be a Chinese Raffle, 50/50 and Door Prizes too.
Mark you calendar and remember to bring a friend!
