Much like the life cycle of the insects that we try to imitate when we’re fishing, the women begin the weekend perhaps a bit apprehensive, unsure of how this is all going to go (nymph stage), then slowly gain confidence as they relate to each other (emerger stage). By the end of the weekend, they are truly flying, having blossomed in to the graceful mayflies that they are, and lots of friendships and life long bonds are formed on these retreats.
Did I mention that they also caught fish – lots of ’em. They had a blast on the river with their River Helpers guiding them along the way. BWOs, soft hackles of various shapes and sizes, and beadheads did the trick most often. The weather held off just long enough yesterday, and we look forward to having C.F.R. with us again next year.
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By: bs
Tom Caron dispenses advice, wisdom, and bs in the pursuit of trout and salmon daily for Tall Timber guests.
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See You at the Show!
Salmon Serenade
Upper Connecticut River Fishing Report: 8/25
Connecticut River Flow Update: 8/12
A Glimmer of Hope
Karen Guile
June 13, 2011 — 7:11 pm
My CFR staff and I would like to thank everyone at the Tall Timber Lodge and the Rainbow Grille for the continued support we receive from everyone there. It’s because of everyone at your lodge & the help of the great River Helpers that our CFR participants are able to transform themselves into beautiful mayflies.
Mary
June 14, 2011 — 12:51 pm
Tom… To you and all the folks at Tall Timber, we send our heartfelt gratitude for your compassion, your hospitality, your generosity… You are part of what makes this annual retreat the magic that it is… You make us all feel like old friends… family… Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
bs
June 15, 2011 — 10:34 pm
Thanks Mary & Karen –
we have a great time hosting the Retreat each year and look forward to continuing the tradition. You all do a great job in a much needed area – congrats on all that you do.
Paula Harlow
June 16, 2011 — 12:56 pm
Thank you Tom and all your staff. It was a magical weekend. I can’t remember the last time I was so pampered. You and the CFR staff are a gift from God. You have made a difference in the many lives you touched
Thank you again, from a very grateful cancer survivor.
Paula