June 4-5: Georgia Trout Camp
February 4, 2023
June 4-9 (Sun-Fri) Trout Camp.
Apr 22: Rabunite 101 Beginning Flyfishing Seminar
February 4, 2023
Saturday, April 22. Rabunite 101. Meet at Clayton Methodist Creative Learning Center at 8:30 am. Contact Kathy or Charlie Breithaupt
Ever wanted to try your hand at fly-fishing for trout but never learned
the in’s and out’s of it?
Ever wonder why some people seem to get so “hooked” on it?
Now’s your chance! The Rabun Chapter of Trout Unlimited is planning a half-day fly-fishing
seminar for adults (male and female 16 years and older). The seminar will cover equipment,
casting, knots and entomology (the bugs we imitate for fish to eat).
Instructors include local experts for a hands-on learning experience that will be helpful
and fun.
WHAT: Beginning Fly-Fishing Seminar “Rabunite 101”
WHEN: Saturday – April 22, 2023 8:30 am until 1:00 pm
WHERE: Clayton Methodist Creative Learning Center/ Gym
205 Ministry Mountain Drive, Clayton, GA 30525
(off old Hwy 441 behind the radio station)
http://www.claytonmethodist.com/creative-learning-center/
HOW MUCH? Cost is only $25
WANT TO SIGN UP??? FIRST COME FIRST SERVED!
The session is limited to 28 participants.
Send the form below along with your check made payable to:
The Rabun Chapter of Trout Unlimited
Charlie Breithaupt
194 Kitchins Lane
Clayton, GA 30525 knc615@windstream.net (706) 782-6954
You will receive notification when you have been registered.
June 5-10: Georgia Trout Camp
April 30, 2022
Sunday, June 5 through Friday, June 10. GA Trout Camp. To be held at Tallulah Falls School. Contact Kathy or Charlie Breithaupt, Camp Coordinators, to learn about opportunities to volunteer. CLICK HERE for more information.
May 7: Volunteers Needed for Mom’s Day Out
March 1, 2022
Saturday, May 7. Mom’s Day Out. Meet at picnic shelter #6 in the Day Use Area alongside Smith Creek, in Unicoi State Park. This is a GA DNR-sponsored education program and they are asking for volunteers from the Rabun Chapter to assist.
Sarah Baker of Georgia DNR is asking for 3 volunteers from Rabun TU to help with Mom’s Day Out. This educational event is designed to encourage women to become flyfishers.
The event will be held on Saturday, May 7th from 9:00 am until 2:00 pm. We will meet at pic- nic shelter # 6 in the Day Use Area (on the road to Anna Ruby Falls) of Unicoi State Park.
Here is a tentative schedule for the event:
9:00 AM – Welcome
9:15 AM – Learn how to fish for trout (break up into two large groups) 10:15 AM – Fishing on Smith Creek
11:45 AM – Lunch
12:45 PM – Travel over to Adventure Camp field
1:00 PM – Educational Sessions
How to cast a fly rod
How to prepare a trout for supper Fish anatomy and art
2:00 PM – Adjourn (Pass out goody bags & prizes)
To sign up, please contact Tammy Hopton, Vice Prez, at (706) 982-1315
Thank you!
Apr 30: Rabunite 101
March 1, 2022
Saturday, April 30. Rabunite 101. Meet at Clayton Methodist Creative Learning Center at 8:30 am. Contact Kathy or Charlie Breithaupt, Team Leaders, for more information.
Sept 26: Tallulah River Kid’s Fishing Event
July 8, 2020
June 8 (Sat). Tallulah River Kid’s Fishing Event. 8:00 am at Tallulah River Campground.
POSTPONED UNTIL SEPTEMBER 26
May 31 – June 5: Georgia Trout Camp -CANCELED
March 4, 2020
Apr 21: Scouts Appreciation Cookout and Fishing Event CANCELED
March 4, 2020
Apr 21 (Tues) Scouts Appreciation Dinner and Fishing Event. Fishing begins at 4:00 pm, supper begins at 6:00 pm. Indian Lake Picnic Area at Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School. Contact Jimmy Whiten.
Mark your calendars for the annual Scout Cookout which will be held on April 21st at Indian Lake on the campus of Rabun Gap Nacoochee School. The scouts in attendance will not only enjoy grilled hotdogs and hamburgers, but also an opportunity to hone their angling skills while working up and appetite. We always have a great time with our local scouts who bring high energy, big appetites and lots of enthusiasm with them.
Apr 18: Women’s Fly Fishing Clinic – CANCELED
March 4, 2020
Due to concerns around the COVID-19 pandemic, this program has been canceled. Please contact Michele Crawford at mcrawfordtu@windstream.net for more information
Saturday April 18
10:00 am—3:00 pm at the Delayed Harvest section of Smith Creek, Unicoi State Park. See pages 4 and 5 for more information. Contact Michele Crawford or Tammy Hopton.
Calling All Ladies!
The Rabun Chapter Trout Unlimited Ladies Fly-Fishing Clinic is the perfect time to act on your desire to learn how to fly fish for trout.
* Saturday, April 18 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
* To be held at the Delayed Harvest section of Smith Creek, Unicoi State Park.
* Cost is $30 per participant. Don’t forget to buy your fishing license!
Each lady participant will be paired with a fishing guide that will work with you throughout the day to learn the basics of fly fishing. Waders and rods will be provided.
The morning will begin with some casting demonstrations with your personal guide (if needed) then fishing until 1:00pm with your personal guide. Your guide will work hands on in the water with you. You will learn casting techniques, fly selection, reading the water, catching and releasing.
After fishing, from 1:00 until 2:30 enjoy fellowship with the other ladies and guides along with a great lunch and creekside fire.
When you sign up, we will get your boot and pant size so you will be fitted with waders and boots on Saturday morning.
This is a rain or shine event. There is no rain date should this event have to be canceled due to extremely stormy dangerous weather. If we have to cancel you will have first opportunity to sign up for our fall event.
For more info or to sign up email Michele Crawford at mcrawfordtu@windstream.net
Mar 28: Rabunite 101 CANCELED
February 3, 2020
PLEASE NOTE DUE TO CONCERNS ABOUT THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED.
Mar 28 (Sat) Rabunite 101, An Introduction to Fly Fishing. 8:30 am—1:00 pm at Clayton Methodist Creative Learning Center, Clayton, GA. Contact Charlie or Kathy Briehaupt.
