What We DO
Fly Fishing
As a club we participate in many fly-fishing outings, whether that is our Annual Salmon Outing or Wednesday evenings in the summer.
Fly-Tying
SJRVFF offer classes from beginner to advanced. Our members over the years have donated over 100,000 flies through our Tie-a-Thon Program.
Conservation
We work hard to protect the waterways we love to fish. Projects include improvement of fish habitation, monofilament recycling initiative and more.
Events
Through our membership we are able to bring in industry leading speakers. Come learn from the best guides, fisherman, and scientists!
Our Mission
The Major emphasis of the St. Joseph River Valley Fly Fishers club will be directed toward cultivation and advancement of the art and science of fly fishing, conservation and restoration of rivers and lakes, and public education programs that will broaden the understanding of the delicate balance that shapes our fresh water environment.
The St. Joseph River Valley Fly Fishers are affiliated with the Federation of Fly Fishers, a national organization for fly fishers. This affiliation gives our club members an opportunity to participate at local, regional and national levels with others interested in the advancement of fly fishing and the conservation and restoration of our nationʼs waterways.
Our Board
Eric Graham
Ann Miller
Don Reber
James Lothary
R.J. Pales
Dale Kesler
Jeff Hodge
Jonathan Savoy
Michael Kendzicky
Don Poznaik
Latest news
2019 September General Meeting: Featuring Nicole Watson
Nicole Watson Ph.D. Student, Michigan State University, Department of Fisheries and Wildlife Arctic Grayling have long been a favorite species of mine. I am enthralled by the uniqueness of each fish, their history in North America, and the beauty of their coloration and dorsal fin. My Ph.D. research focuses on young Arctic Grayling, Brook Read more about 2019 September General Meeting: Featuring Nicole Watson[…]
2019 Annual Auction March 20th
Please join us for the 2019 Annual Auction on March 20th! A list of auction items and additional information can be found on our events calendar page. We hope to see you there!
February Speaker: Captain Debbie Hanson
Captain Debbie Hanson is an award-winning outdoor writer, women’s sport fishing advocate, IGFA world record holder, and freshwater guide living in Estero, Florida. Her passion for the outdoors was ignited at a young age due in large part to her experiences fishing on the glacial lakes of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan with her grandfather. Read more about February Speaker: Captain Debbie Hanson[…]
Environmental Assessment for Pucker Street Dam Removal
SJRVFF below you will find a link for news relating the Pucker Street Dam. Update on Pucker Street Dam Removal
Fishing Report: 11-28-2018
Below you will find a link to IN DNR fishing report for the St. Joseph River. Fish on! IN DNR Fishing Report
2018 April Loop
The 2018 April Loop is available under the Newsletter tab. Be sure to check it out and fish on!
Intermediate Fly Tying Classes
When: Thursday Nights from 6:30PM – 8:00PM Where: Kroc Center South Bend This is the intermediate level classes. If you have your own fly tying equipment, please bring your gear to the lessons. Some equipment will be provided but availability is limited.
November Loop
November Loop Newsletter
SJRVFF AWARD NOMINATIONS
The SJRVFF Awards have been a long standing tradition in the club. We want to recognize those that make SJRVFF such a special membership. The form below details the nomination requirements. From the esteemed “Joe Mitchell” to the light-hearted “Oakie Drifter” these awards embody what it means to be a fly fisherman. 2017 Nomination Form Read more about SJRVFF AWARD NOMINATIONS[…]
2018 West Michigan Fly Show
The West Michigan Fly Show will be held January 13th and 14th, 2018 in Grand Rapids Michigan. Hotel and Accomodations: Rooms have been blocked off at the Baymont Inn & Suites, Byron Center. Rooms are $114 plus tax. Call 616-583-9535 with the code name “West Michigan Fly Show”. Reservations must be received by the Baymont Read more about 2018 West Michigan Fly Show[…]