As we have but two months until the next rendition of the Penn's Creek ROFF
clave, I just wanted to pass along a few things and ask a question of you folks
out there. First, it has been brought to my attention that the current edition
of Fly Fisherman magazine has an article in which Jonas(of the Feathered Hook
Fly Shop/Bed and Breakfast) offers advice on Sulfur hatches. This will be worth
reading for all attendees, as Sulfurs of three species will be the predominant
hatch in mid-May. Despite commentary on Cicadas and such, all attendees should
figure on fishing the following: Sulfurs, March Browns, Grey Foxes, Tan
Caddises.
These bugs in all stages will be worth imitating. Craneflies and assorted
larger Stoneflies will figure in as well, with Stonefly and March Brown nymphs
the most popular for the nymphing set.
Secondly, I want to note that all cabin space at Hemlock Acres is currently
booked for May 16-22. There will be available housing if needed at Shaeffer's
cottages in Aaronsburg, and possibly still some room at the Feathered Hook, and
the Millheim Hotel. Plenty of room for RV's and lots of space in the meadow for
tenters at Hemlock Acres is available as well. Once again, I have offered my
personal guarantee that weather will be ideal for this year's clave. That
guarantee, plus 65 cents will get you coffee at the Sunrise Cafe any morning
from 6 am to noon.
Finally, several have asked, on and off ROFF, what the estimated attendance
will be this year. As could be expected, I have no friggin' clue. Therefore,
could anyone reading this, and planning to attend, please post to that effect,
with expected timeframe visiting us. This will help me: A) Get a Clue and B) Do
a little planning for ideal dates for side events such as group dinners, raffle
nights, mud wrestling, asadi's martini and taco fest, etc. Not that my planning
won't go out the window under peer pressure and the consumption of intoxicants,
but it really would help. Thanks in advance!!!
Tom
p.s. Those of you planning to host/sponsor/watch special events, post those
details as well. I will contact the Millheim as to the wisdom of their
conducting
a Lobster night while we are in town.