Re: [VFB] I'M still kickin'

Hey Chuck, You have been through it but but glad you are on the mend. Maybe if you routed for Bama things would be better? Just sayin' Mike On Sun, Apr 16, 2023 at 4:43 PM 'Charles Alexander' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Folks: I'm still here too. Just haven't felt up

Re: [VFB] Any VFB'ers communicating presently via email?

what's the name of the facebook group? Mike On Sat, Apr 15, 2023 at 4:51 PM Michael Bliss wrote: > I'm still here. I miss the "old" days too. We had so many > participating. I am sorry that we have lost a few of our great members. I > appreciate Rick posting

Re: [VFB] Any VFB'ers communicating presently via email?

I'm still here. I miss the "old" days too. We had so many participating. I am sorry that we have lost a few of our great members. I appreciate Rick posting on the email site. I did not know we had a Facebook presence. I don't go there often. I guess I will have to start going there. Mike Bli

Re: [VFB] Re: Don Ordes

Oh no. I will miss him. Mike Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 23, 2020, at 5:18 PM, Gary L Webb wrote: > > Very sad news indeed. A good friend, a great teacher, and undoubtedly a > creative genius. At times like this I turn to my faith and to music. > Angelina Jordan's Million Miles seems app

Re: [VFB] Fwd: Tony Spezio

A good friend lost at least for now. I will miss him. Mike On Sat, Aug 15, 2020 at 7:55 AM Peggy Brenner wrote: > For those who are not on FB, Tony died in his sleep last night. I visited > them at the home in early March as I was in Mountain Home for a ladies fly > tying event. He was determ

Re: [VFB] Fwd: Tony Spezio

I will pray for him and give thanks that I have known him and called him my friend. Mike On Thu, Jul 9, 2020 at 5:16 PM Scott Bearden wrote: > FYI, Keep Tony in your prayers. He has several major hurdles to overcome. > > -- Forwarded message - > From: Mike Stout > Date: Wed, Jul

Re: [VFB] Who remembers?

I wonder if I have that one stored somewhere. Was that the one where we drew a picture of our flies? Mike On Sun, Mar 29, 2020 at 10:25 AM 'Rick Zieger' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Just reread the book on the Most Memorable Fly Swap book from 2002. Who > else remembers t

Re: [VFB] Tony Spezio

Shoot. This is sad. I feel fortunate to have known Tony and called him friend. Time just keeps moving along. It’s taking its toll on all of us. Mike Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 15, 2020, at 2:55 PM, Allan wrote: > >  > I received a saddening phone call from Tony today. He was very diffi

Re: [VFB] Prayers needed

This is so sad. Tony is such a good person. I am certain he has a place in heaven Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 6, 2020, at 5:06 AM, Allan Fish wrote: > > Tony Spezio called me tonight. He is currently in the hospital at Mountain > Home. He is suffering from congestive heart failure, mass

Re: [VFB] Dot

Tony, What a nice Christmas present. We shall hope and pray for continued improvement. Our best to you both. Mike On Thu, Dec 26, 2019 at 10:16 AM Phxflytyer wrote: > That is such good news. > > See prayers do work. > > > Sent from my iPad > Thank You, > Alan Di Somma > Mesa, Az. > > Some mis

Re: [VFB] Prayers needed

Tony, I am saddened to hear about Dot. I will pray for both of you. Mike On Mon, Dec 9, 2019 at 3:13 PM wrote: > That’s not good news Tony, > > Prayers sent! > > Take care > > Martin > > > > *Van:* 'Anthony Spezio' via VFB Mail > *Verzonden:* maandag 9 december 2019 23:02 > *Aan:* Google > *O

[VFB] Espresso Midge

Does anyone have the pattern for the espresso midge? Thanks Mike -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.

Re: [VFB] Prayers needed myself

They are coming your way Chuck. Hope you feel better soon Mike On Tue, Nov 19, 2019 at 2:03 PM Chuck Alexander < chuckalexan...@centurylink.net> wrote: > Folks: Speaking of prayer request, I could use some as well. I have > walking pneumonia. Started about 2 weeks and so I went to see my doc an

Re: [VFB] Jimmy D. Moore

I have missed JimmyD on the group. He was a very fun contributor here as we started on this journey from flyfish@ many years ago. He and I shared a love for Philmont. He also was involved with antique golf clubs. I had some from my dad and he helped me get a valuation on them. Just a nice pers

Re: [VFB] Jimi - Desert Eagle

he was so active on the list in the beginning. it is sad see our list friends move on but I guess we all will. I hope his family is well. Mike On Fri, Sep 6, 2019 at 2:02 PM 'Rick Zieger' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Sorry to hear this. > > Rick > > On Friday, September 6

Re: [VFB] Wow... You folks are still posting to this forum

Way to hit and run Byard. We miss you. Hope the birds are still fun. Mike Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 4, 2019, at 12:33 PM, byard wrote: > > I'm amazed! Hope this finds you all well. > > keep tyin'...byard > -- > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mai

Re: [VFB] DonO still has his sense of humour

Nice picture! Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 5, 2019, at 4:14 PM, Neville Gosling wrote: > > DonO Thats the abbrev. GTMB. 😜 > > Nev I am laughing with the noise of a drain in rain 😅! > > DonO Your laugh rhymes? > 😁😜😛😉😉😝😝😝 > I laugh with the pain, hope th

Re: [VFB] Prayers welcome

We will certainly offer prayers in their behalf. Mike On Sat, Jul 20, 2019 at 4:19 PM Joyce M Westphal wrote: > Prayers for all three indeed. They are having excellent care which should > give you some comfort. Joyce > > On Sat, Jul 20, 2019 at 12:44 PM Chuck Alexander < > chuckalexan...@centur

Re: [VFB] Pink Squirrel Nymph Swap-Swp info- one extra?

I can wait for you if you’re up to trying. Wish some medicine would work for you though. Mike On Sun, May 19, 2019 at 10:05 PM DonO wrote: > To all pink squirrel swappers. So sorry to make you wait so long. > My hand is finally coming around to where I can tie once more. Tried a few > times – aw

Re: [VFB] Mike Bliss

Yes, I sent an email a while ago but since I am in Hawaii visiting the email may have not made it to land. Mike On Wed, Jan 23, 2019 at 10:12 AM DonO wrote: > Hi Mike, > got 5 spots in my swap left. You interested? May be my last swap- have to > see how I do. > Pink Squirrel Nymph > Don > > > --

Re: [VFB] Bob H - PSN

So I may have missed the list of who is in the swap. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 23, 2019, at 10:20 AM, DonO wrote: > > Bob, > So are you in? > DonO > > > > From: haerb...@comcast.net > Sent: Monday, January 21, 2019 9:19 AM > To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com ; rene.zillm...@t-online.de > S

Re: [VFB] Mike Martinek

Glad you’re okay. Wetumpka had such a great downtown and I understand it’s all gone. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 22, 2019, at 10:38 PM, Chuck Alexander > wrote: > > Mike: Yeah, the nearest one we know if went 50 miles South of us. But you > should see those pics. The First Presbyterian Chur

Re: [VFB] What is in your vices?

Joyce, if you try it on the Provo and it works well let me know. Mike On Sun, Nov 25, 2018 at 3:10 PM Joyce M Westphal wrote: > That should be Roag Hog for Loch Roag. If I have done it correctly, here > it is from the magazine. Joyce > > > On Sun, Nov 25, 2018 at 12:43 PM Phxflytyer wrote: >

Re: [VFB] hello vfb!

Yay, good to have you back Mart. Mike On Sun, Nov 11, 2018 at 3:07 PM MartinWestbeek wrote: > Hi gang, > > I don’t know what’s happened but years ago all of a sudden I was no longer > able to respond to emails in this group. So when I received the last few > mails I thought – let’s give it a sh

Re: [VFB] What is in your vices?

I have been tying euro nymphing flies. Several Lance Egan nymphs. Mike Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 3, 2018, at 3:53 PM, Peggy Brenner wrote: > > I will be tying my Bronze and Silver award flies for FFI. I've kept putting > this off, but we are headed to the S Padre area of Texas for winter a

Re: [VFB] What is in your vices?

When you are in Utah let us know and we can at least have lunch if not fish Mike Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 3, 2018, at 3:53 PM, Peggy Brenner wrote: > > I will be tying my Bronze and Silver award flies for FFI. I've kept putting > this off, but we are headed to the S Padre area of Texas for

Re: [VFB] Great news

end the FFF Fly Fair for a few hours on Friday, found I was too > shakey to tie. > Tony > > On Sunday, October 7, 2018, 10:14:03 AM CDT, Michael Bliss < > flyfish...@gmail.com> wrote: > > > We love you Tony > Mike > > On Sun, Oct 7, 2018 at 7:46 AM Phxflytyer

Re: [VFB] Great news

We love you Tony Mike On Sun, Oct 7, 2018 at 7:46 AM Phxflytyer wrote: > TNX Allan > > > Sent from my iPad > > Thank You, > Alan Di Somma > Mesa, Az. > > Some mistakes are just too much fun to make only once. > > > > > On Oct 6, 2018, at 6:38 PM, Allan Fish wrote: > > > > Tony Spezio is HOME!

Re: [VFB] Tony Spezio update

I think that is a boost to him. I hope he can handle this change. We care about him. Mike On Tue, Sep 25, 2018 at 12:38 PM Allan Fish wrote: > I just got a call from Tony. He called Sunday and said that he felt > like the walls are closing in on him. He has not been home for 3 > months. Bu

Re: [VFB] Note from tony Spezio

yay Tony. Keep improving. Great to hear from you. Mike On Thu, Sep 6, 2018 at 4:58 PM Jack Harford wrote: > Good to hear from you Tony!!! > Take care and God bless > Jack > > On Thu, Sep 6, 2018, 3:53 PM 'Anthony Spezio' via VFB Mail < > vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > >> Did good with PT

Re: [VFB] Iowa State Fair

nice job On Fri, Aug 24, 2018 at 9:21 AM 'Rick Zieger' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Here is a picture of the Dr. Mike. Purple haze is basically a purple Adams. > > Rick > > > ---------- > *From:* Michael Bliss >

Re: [VFB] Iowa State Fair

yes, congratulations but where is the pic of the fly? Mike On Fri, Aug 24, 2018 at 8:28 AM 'Rick Zieger' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > The Iowa State Fair has a flytying contest sponsored by the Hawkeye > FlyFishers. > Got second place in the open division and third in the

Re: [VFB] Update

Tony, That is bad news. But there is good news. Lots of people admire and love you. I am sure you will find a way to somehow work through this and still love life. Mike On Sat, Jul 21, 2018 at 7:39 PM Joyce M Westphal wrote: > So sorry to hear t his, but hoping that you will be fitted with a

Re: [VFB] (From Tony). Fwd: Tried to send, Bounced

Our hopes and prayers are with him. We want him well and around for years to come. Mike On Mon, Jul 16, 2018 at 12:52 PM Rene Zillmann wrote: > Hi Tony, > > best wishes from Germany > > Klara and Rene > > p.a. no answer needed > > On 07/15/2018 02:25 AM, Allan Fish wrote: > > > > Sent from my i

Re: [VFB] Tony Spezio update

Please keep us informed. He is one of the worlds good guys. If you talk to him let him know that we care and are praying for him. Mike On Sun, Jul 1, 2018 at 12:45 PM Allan Fish wrote: > Tony is currently having some pretty severe complications. He's been in > the hospital for a week and will

Re: [VFB] PRogress from Don Ordes

Don, It is nice to see you have progressed. We are hoping and praying for a full recovery. Mike B On Fri, May 25, 2018 at 12:07 PM, DonO wrote: > To all my friends on vfb.. THANKS FOR ALL OFF YOUR PRAYERS AND WELL > WISHES. > > it's me, well, a good part of me anyway. > The stroke hit my righ

Re: [VFB] Nice Mr. Mailmam

Don, Still have not received my flies from the swap. On another note I was really bummed that I did not get to see you at your tying station a couple of weeks ago. I was tied up with my dad's house getting stuff out of the house so I can sell it. My wife would not have been pleased if I had lef

Re: [VFB] Nice Mr. Mailmam

Don, Mike Bliss 640 St Andrews Drive Midway UT 84049 Mike On Mon, Apr 2, 2018 at 8:48 PM, wrote: > The other envelopes will be delayed a couple of days, but are on the way. > I need Mike Bliss' snail-mail address still. My fault, lost it (with a lot > of gray matter ram cells). > Thanks, > Don

Re: [VFB] Mike Bliss - Wasatch Show

n > > > > *From:* vfb-mail@googlegroups.com *On Behalf > Of *Michael Bliss > *Sent:* Wednesday, February 21, 2018 4:51 PM > *To:* vfb-mail@googlegroups.com > *Subject:* Re: [VFB] Jig Hooks Question > > > > No expert here but since taking up Euro Nymphing I have tied on ji

Re: [VFB] Jig Hooks Question

No expert here but since taking up Euro Nymphing I have tied on jig hooks. They are almost all 60 degree. According to Lance Egan the reason he uses the jig hooks is because it causes the hook to ride point up. I have found them good for hookups Mike On Wed, Feb 21, 2018 at 9:35 AM, Wes Wada w

Re: [VFB] Don . . . . Buggers should arrive today

Very nice job on the video. My flies should be there soon too. Mike On Wed, Jan 10, 2018 at 11:38 AM, Neville Gosling wrote: > That’s good. I was thinking possibly something was wrong. I guess he has > other things on his hands right now! I am sure we will hear from him in > good time. > > PS

Re: [VFB] Merry Christmas

A Very Merry Christmas to all my friends on the list Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 25, 2017, at 9:15 AM, JERALD CARUSO wrote: > > Merry Yule to All. > > Jerry C > "All things considered, I'd rather be in Philadelphia." > >> >> > -- > -- > You received this message because you are subscribe

Re: [VFB] Rope-dub bugger swap

I got mine done. Not as nice as I would like but Mike Bliss On Thu, Dec 7, 2017 at 11:57 PM, DonO wrote: > FRIENDS, > > Well the move is finally over and we’re settling in. Getting the house > set up will take weeks at least. > > You can start sending in the rope-dub buggers and I will s

Re: [VFB] Testing, testing... Rope-buggers Picture Palettes

I got it and waiting for some additional instructions. I found one I want to try. Mike Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 14, 2017, at 6:46 AM, DonO wrote: > > Rope-buggers, > > Only got one reply on bugger palettes post. Did it get through to everyone? > > DonO > > From: DonO > Sent: Wedn

Re: [VFB] Late 2017 Bugger swap list.

I will jump in on this one. Mike Bliss On Wed, Aug 30, 2017 at 3:14 PM, DonO wrote: > Rope-dub bugger swap list – half-way there already. > > So far: > > 1. Don Ordes > 2. Rene Zillmann > 3. Wayne Blake-Hedges > 4. Allan Fish > 5. Rick Zeiger > 6. > 7. > 8. > 9. > 10. > > Getting Jim Moore to j

Re: [VFB] Charlie Spezio update

Wonderful. On Mon, Aug 14, 2017 at 3:07 PM, Allan Fish wrote: > GREAT news a.f. > > From Robert Spezio's Facebook page: > > Robert Spezio >

Re: [VFB] SPEZIO UPDATE

Thanks for keeping us informed Alan. Prayers will continue. Mike On Wed, Aug 2, 2017 at 3:06 PM, Joyce M Westphal wrote: > Wonderful. Prayers for complete recovery continue. > Joyce > > On Wed, Aug 2, 2017 at 2:08 PM, J Balmer wrote: > >> Beauty! Glad things are going better for him and the f

Re: [VFB] Tony & Dot

Again Tony. This is not the end, There is more - much more. If she is like you she will be happy in her new home. She will miss you like you miss her but she will understand perfectly that life will go on and she will have eons of time with you in the future. I think of you a lot. I offer my

Re: [VFB] Brenners travel route

Looks like you are quite a bit south of here but if you travel this far north in Utah send me a note. I am sure that I can show you some nice areas to fish. Mike On Thu, Apr 20, 2017 at 5:39 AM, Peggy Brenner wrote: > Today is liftoff and we are off first to the Shady rest in NJ for a pizza >

Re: [VFB] SWAPS both sent out today

Received my dry and streamer flies today. Thanks again to Peggy and to all the tyers. Ya'll did a mighty fine job. And Peggy if you get close to us here in Utah on your travels let us know and maybe we can wet a line together. Mike On Thu, Apr 13, 2017 at 9:09 PM, Allan Fish wrote: > On 4/1

Re: [VFB] SWAPS both sent out today

We appreciate you On Mon, Apr 10, 2017 at 5:32 PM, Peggy Brenner wrote: > Yes I did, will get them posted before we head out. > > Peggy > > On Mon, Apr 10, 2017 at 6:30 PM, Jack Harford > wrote: > >> did you say you have some pictures?? >> >> On Mon, Apr 10, 2017 at 4:13 PM, Peggy Brenner >> w

Re: [VFB] #32 Mustad Royal Coachman Video in the making

Post the url when you are done. It should be fun to watch Mike On Sat, Apr 1, 2017 at 10:59 PM, DonO wrote: > > > Well, I surprised myself. My old eyeballs are still up to it. 3 -naked > eye #32 RCs. > > [image: P1010094][image: OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA][image: P1010138] > [image: P1010084][ima

[VFB] Jelly rope

http://www.sportsmanswarehouse.com/sportsmans/Spirit-River-Jelly-Rope/productDetail/Fly-Tying-Misc/prod008754/cat101067#gridContainer Mike -- Mike Bliss -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googl

Re: [VFB] Jelly Rope

And you can't find it there, tell me how much you want and I will buy it here and send it to you. Mike On Tue, Feb 7, 2017 at 10:27 PM, Michael Bliss wrote: > Hobby Lobby had it here in Utah as well as JoAnns > > On Tue, Feb 7, 2017 at 9:16 AM, Reuven Segal wrote: > >>

Re: [VFB] Jelly Rope

Hobby Lobby had it here in Utah as well as JoAnns On Tue, Feb 7, 2017 at 9:16 AM, Reuven Segal wrote: > Judging by the size of some of your flies, DonO, you could probably use a > 3/4'' silicon tube. > > On 7/02/2017 1:13 PM, DonO wrote: > > VFBers, > > I’m having trouble finding jelly rope in*

Re: [VFB] Edson Tiger Eyes source

I read this that may help. I remember Chris from the flyfish@ site. "A couple of years ago while tying at the Dutch fly fair, I was lucky enough to meet Chris Helm, who had for sale, the Edson Brass eyes. On Sat, Feb 4, 2017 at 4:04 PM, Peggy Brenner wrote: > I'm looking for some of the small

Re: [VFB] Test messdage

wrote: > On 1/24/17 12:03 AM, Michael Bliss wrote: > > I have over 3 feet of snow in my yard. > > Mike > > Sounds like you're starting to miss Hawaii about now. :-) > > af > > -- > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB M

Re: [VFB] Test messdage- bugs

the “warmth” you need. ;o) If you don’t > already eat a lot of hot foods, take it slow. Don’t hammer your system > into shock. > > DonO > > *From:* Michael Bliss > *Sent:* Monday, January 23, 2017 10:03 PM > *To:* vfb-mail@googlegroups.com > *Subject:* Re: [VFB] Test messdag

Re: [VFB] Test messdage

I would be out occasionally as I love winter fishing but a stupid viral infection has gotten into my ears after spending a month elsewhere. I hope all out there are in better health. I can't wait for warmth. I have over 3 feet of snow in my yard. Mike On Mon, Jan 23, 2017 at 6:46 PM, Neville G

Re: [VFB] Dry Fly / Streamer Swps -- pattern

Glad that you are feeling better Al. Mike On Fri, Jan 6, 2017 at 8:04 AM, Allan Fish wrote: > Peggy, > > I can now tie a fly (sometimes two) before my shoulder starts hurting. > YIPPEE! > > I'll get them to you in a week or so, however I will NOT guarantee what > they look like. :-( > > Al > >

Re: [VFB] Dry Fly / Streamer Swps -- pattern

Peggy, Did you get my flies? Mike On Thu, Jan 5, 2017 at 1:23 PM, Peggy Brenner wrote: > I love the Spruce, look forward to seeing them. > > > Peggy > > On Wed, Jan 4, 2017 at 2:31 PM, Rene Zillmann > wrote: > >> Hi Peggy, >> >> >> I've decided to ty a spruce as streamer, and a Pont d'Audemer

Re: [VFB] Hank Roberts White Gloved Howdy?

Pete, I found this on the net - www.troutnut.com/common-name/207/*White*-*Gloved* -Howdies and http://www.current-works.com/how-to-tie-fly/tilt-shoot-iso-isonychia-pattern/ Hope this helps Mike On Sun, Jan 1, 2017 at 3:37 PM, DonO wrote: > Pete, I had a Hank Roberts ‘Domino Nymph’ years ag

Re: [VFB] Streamer Swap update

t; > 1. Peggy Brenner Gray Ghost > 2 Don Ordes- assorted large streamers > 3 Wayne Blake-Hedges > 4 Jack Harford > 5 Michael Bliss > 6 Bob Hendry > 7 Rene Zillmann > 8 J Balmer > 9 Joyce Westphal Jack Gartside softhackle > 10 Allan fish > > > -- >

[VFB] Streamer swap

Peggy, I can't find the streamer swap email. How many streamers and your address. thanks, Mike -- Mike Bliss -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, s

Re: [VFB] Dry Fly Swap Arrivals 11/22/2016

My dry flies are ready - Dry Pheasant Tail Variant As soon as the streamers are ready I will send them. Mike On Wed, Nov 23, 2016 at 3:28 PM, Allan Fish wrote: > Peggy, > > I'll be doing Elk Hair Caddis. I have to tie simple stuff right now > (rotator cuff repair). > > Happy Thanksgiving. >

Re: [VFB] Lively legz

of July, first of August, >> and then fished right along the banks, never in the middle of the stream >> for me. Joyce >> >> On Mon, Nov 28, 2016 at 1:53 PM, Michael Bliss >> wrote: >> >>> Let me know. I am going to look for some sheets of silicon. I ha

Re: [VFB] Lively legz

t you know how the IV bag ones work > after I've tried it. The material of the bags is very similar to Thin Skin. > > On Sun, Nov 27, 2016 at 8:55 PM, Michael Bliss > wrote: > >> Joyce, >> What do you use as material? Foam? If Silicon which I like best where &g

Re: [VFB] Lively legz

Joyce, What do you use as material? Foam? If Silicon which I like best where do you get the sheets? Mike On Sun, Nov 27, 2016 at 7:37 AM, Joyce M Westphal wrote: > These are great. If you wish to create your own, you can get leg cutters > that work extremely well here. http://riverroadcreatio

Re: [VFB] New Zealand

Oh my, I am envious. I loved my fishing time in New Zealand. My main fly was the Hare and Copper. It is kind of like the Gold Ribbed Hare's Ear. I caught a lot of fish with it. I did not fish but maybe an hour around Rotorua. A couple of small streams that entered the lake. I fished the Tong

Re: [VFB] Streamer Swap

Okay, I will do this as well. Mike Bliss On Mon, Oct 17, 2016 at 12:55 PM, Peggy Brenner wrote: > Let's also have a streamer swap, open pattern of tyers choice, flies due > February 15, 2017 > > 1. Peggy Brenner Yellow Jane Craig > 2 > 3 > 4 > 5 > 6 > 7 > 8 > 9 > 10 > > Peggy Brenner > > -- > P

Re: [VFB] Dry Fly Swap

I am in. Mike Bliss On Mon, Oct 17, 2016 at 12:54 PM, Peggy Brenner wrote: > Let's do Classic Dry Flies, tyers choice of pattern. I'm limiting to 10 > participants with flies due February 15, 2017 > > 1. Peggy Brenner > 2 > 3 > 4 > 5 > 6 > 7 > 8 > 9 > 10 > > Peggy Brenner > > -- > Peggy Brenne

Re: [VFB] Swap

Where out west Peggy? I would be happy to do a swap especially if it were a dry fly swap. Mike On Wed, Oct 12, 2016 at 4:46 PM, Peggy Brenner wrote: > It's been a while since we had a swap, so I was thinking we are staying > home this winter, no south for us. Instead we are going west for 5-6

Re: [VFB] Furled Leaders

Alan, I would go to youtube and type in furled leaders. There are some nice videos there. Mike B On Mon, Oct 3, 2016 at 8:26 PM, Alan Di Somma wrote: > Does any one have the spec’s for making a furled leader set up? > > I love using them but not for buying them. > > I would like to make my ow

Re: [VFB] Tony S.

He certainly has mine. What a fine gentleman he is. Mike Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 27, 2016, at 8:15 AM, Allan Fish wrote: > > Tony needs prayers for a speedy recovery today. He is having surgery as I > write. > > I had planned to write last night but my internet was down. Hopefully thi

Re: [VFB] Prayers needed

Done Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 11, 2016, at 9:05 AM, Gary Webb wrote: > > Dear VFB friends, > > I am humbly asking for your prayers for my wife Susan. Saturday morning she > suffered an injury to her spinal cord. Not life threatening, just life > changing. I can't give many details becau

Re: [VFB] Aspen fishing

That is a big cutthroat. Too bad is wasn't you Alan. 😊 On Sun, May 15, 2016 at 8:11 AM, Phxflytyer wrote: > While I was fishing the Frying Pan River on Friday, a guy across and > upstream from me landed a 10 lb. Cutthroat just about a 1/4 mile below > Rudei Res. I was only fishing for about an

Re: [VFB] QFTD

Interesting BUT how is the diet of the trout compared in this. Given where they live I would guess they eat many times more "water insects" than "land insects" On Thu, May 12, 2016 at 8:49 AM, 'Rick Zieger' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > "Terrestrial insects outnumber the aqu

Re: [VFB] RE:Norvise jaws

Joyce is much better tier than me but I have found the midge jaws invaluable when tying small flies. Mike On Thu, May 5, 2016 at 4:50 PM, Joyce M Westphal wrote: > I have the standard set of jaws, never needed the smaller or bigger set > and I tie 22-24s and big 2/0s for salmon. These jaws hold

Re: [VFB] A little bird

Alan, Happy Birthday from a cold Utah. Mike On Tue, Mar 29, 2016 at 11:31 AM, 'Anthony Spezio' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > I think that bird just told me too. > HAPPY BIRTHDAY Alan with one L. > Tony > > > On Tuesday, March 29, 2016 12:05 PM, Allan Fish > wrote: > > > A

Re: [VFB] Tony -

sed out on nothing. I filled my heart's desire. I had that final piece of pie before my life expired." With that, I called the waitress over.. "I've changed my mind, " I said. "I want what he's having, only add some more whipped cream!" On Wed, Mar 23, 2016

Re: [VFB] Tony -

Happy Birthday to one of the true gentlemen. You are appreciated by many. Mike On Tue, Mar 22, 2016 at 1:41 PM, Jack Harford wrote: > Hi Tony! happy happy birthday!! Have a Fantastic Year. May you be blessed > with tight lines and bent rods. > > See you in a couple of weeks, > Jack > > On Tue,

Re: [VFB] Jimmy's e-mail

Jimmy should be an internet and computer expert with all the challenges he has had with them. Hope Earthlink speaks English ;>) On Thu, Feb 18, 2016 at 12:27 PM, Allan Fish wrote: > I just got off the phone with Jimmy Moore. He is able to send e-mail but > can't receive e-mail. He is going to

Re: [VFB] Greetings

I echo the sentiments of Tony - I also offer the Merry Christmas wish to all of my friends here. Mike On Wed, Dec 23, 2015 at 5:23 PM, 'Anthony Spezio' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > A very MERRY CHRISTMAS to all. > Arkansas Tony > > -- > -- > You received this message becaus

Re: [VFB] Trout food?

Yep those are nice but our trout are feeding on either small (22-26) or streamers this time of year Mike On Tue, Nov 17, 2015 at 8:38 PM, Allan Fish wrote: > On 11/17/15 6:37 PM, Jack Harford wrote: > > Heading to KY this weekend for some trout fishing. If the trout don't like > them, the sprin

Re: [VFB] More or Less? add 'D'

Don, I like the idea but maybe a simplification to it would suit me better. I can buy my license on-line. No need to wait in lines anymore. Not sure about the other states but it is coming. How about an on-line test with links to find the right answer but you would have to read. Some simple v

Re: [VFB] More or Less?

I know that I am bad but "B" On Tue, Oct 27, 2015 at 3:03 PM, Neville Gosling wrote: > Do you think the fly fishing industry, as a whole, should invest more time > and dollars into recruiting new participants to the sport of fly fishing? > a. Absolutely. We need more people fishing, and that sho

Re: [VFB] QFTD

I like this one On Sat, Aug 22, 2015 at 9:25 AM, Allan Fish wrote: > On 8/22/15 10:47 AM, 'Rick Zieger' via VFB Mail wrote: > > The wind, the sun, the open air, the colors and smell, the loneliness of > the sea or the solitude of the stream work for some kind of magic." > > How true! > af > > -

Re: [VFB] tightening spam screws

You're loud and clear here in Utah Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 14, 2015, at 1:27 AM, > wrote: > > Please answer. I'll try not to bother you again. > JIMMYD > > -- > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. > > To post to this group, send email to

Re: [VFB] Joke for the day

love that one DonO On Thu, Aug 6, 2015 at 10:26 PM, Don Ordes wrote: > Why did the cowboy buy a miniature dachshund? > > > > To ‘Git a long little doggie.’ > > > > DonO > > > *From:* 'Rick Zieger' via VFB Mail > *Sent:* Thursday, August 06, 2015 2:28 PM > *To:* Google Inc. > *Subject:* [VFB] Q

Re: [VFB] Digest for vfb-mail@googlegroups.com - 17 updates in 3 topics

It hurts major :) On Mon, Jul 13, 2015 at 9:09 AM, 'Rick Zieger' via VFB Mail < vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Little operations are on other folks. I thought yours was a major > operation., > Rick > > ---------- > *From:

Re: [VFB] Digest for vfb-mail@googlegroups.com - 17 updates in 3 topics

Sorry, I had some recent problems. Had a little operation. I will try to get my fly off this week. Mike On Sun, Jul 12, 2015 at 10:38 AM, KEITH PASSANT wrote: > Good afternoon all. > So far I have flies from Martin, Rick, Al, Nev and myself. Mine are the > best as you would expect > Tony

Re: [VFB] Looking for new #12-14 hopper/cricket patterns

I want to catch the fish that would take that one DonO Mike On Thu, Jul 9, 2015 at 10:59 AM, Don Ordes wrote: > Here’s mine. Keeps those pesky little ones off the line. > > [image: P1010067] > > DonO > > *From:* Pete Gramp > *Sent:* Saturday, July 04, 2015 4:33 AM > *To:* vfb-mail@googlegr

Re: [VFB] Sad News

We will miss him. Mike Sent from my iPhone > On May 23, 2015, at 12:31 PM, Allan Fish wrote: > >> On 5/23/15 1:54 PM, Neville Gosling wrote: >> Brian Burgess a.k.a. "Birdie" of Dorking, Surrey England passed away > So sad. > > Thank you for keeping us informed. > > Al > -- > -- > You rece

Re: [VFB] POPPER swap

Al , I am in VIrginia today. I will respond to your question as soon as I am back in Utah if by then there is still a spot Mike Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 16, 2014, at 3:48 PM, Allan Fish wrote: > > Should read ALL my mail before responding. I seem to have a habit of > responding then rea

Re: [VFB] My health update

Good news Denny Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 15, 2014, at 9:54 PM, Conranch wrote: > > To anyone that might be interested. > This past Monday, Aug 11, I started Chemo. I have been on hormone shots for > about 7 years. Works, but not as well as we might like. A new treatment study > shows thos

Re: [VFB] Hopper Swap

Hopper or popper? Count me in if it's hopper. Sorry Al, I know you're gettin old I saw the list . Mike Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 15, 2014, at 9:19 PM, Allan Fish wrote: > > Hopper swap entries as of this minute: > > 1. Al Fish > 2. Chuck Alexander > 3. Peggy Brenner > 4. Jerry C

Re: [VFB] Are we too Old? SURVEY

Mike Bliss - 66 years old Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 5, 2014, at 4:29 PM, "Jimmy D. Moore" wrote: > > Ok, young and old farts, (VFB'ers). lets do one of My well known VFB surveys. > OK?? Could be fun. > Add your name. Could also liven things up a little and age below: > JIMMY D > > Jus

Re: [VFB] Are we too Old?

> Alan Di Somma > Phoenix, AZ. > > Some mistakes are just too much fun to make only once. > > > >> On Aug 4, 2014, at 6:28 PM, Michael Bliss wrote: >> >> I am here and here is Utah. I just fished a small stream in the Uintah's . >> Good luck and so

Re: [VFB] Are we too Old?

I am here and here is Utah. I just fished a small stream in the Uintah's . Good luck and so quiet. Beautiful. Mike Bliss Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 4, 2014, at 4:00 PM, "Don Ordes" wrote: > > Is it time for a roll call? > > DonO > > From: 'Anthony Spezio' via VFB Mail > Sent: Monday,

Re: [VFB] Prayers needed...

I certainly offer mine. Mike Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 9, 2014, at 11:20 AM, "Niclas (Gmail)" wrote: > > We got a phone call last week... Teresa's sister is getting worse in her lung > cancer. Booked tickets and today she left with the girls (I'm going later). > But this morning they call

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