Hey Fly Fish Calgary,
Just thought I would let you know about two fundraisers we are hosting to raise some funds to help conserve the Bow River.
1. Online Silent Auction (Open Now - March 19 @ 9pm)
https://www.32auctions.com/BowRiverTroutFoundation
Bow River Guided Trips
Guided W and W trip for 4 in the Eastern Slopes
Red Deer River Guided Trip
3 Day Guided Backcountry Stillwater Trip staying at Northern Lights Lodge in Likely, BC
Custom Fly Rod and Flies
Gear, Cutting Boards, Hats, Mugs,
Some really cool items
2. Virtual Whisky/Wine Tasting Event (Friday, March 19th 7-9pm, $75)
https://bowrivertrout.org/virtualtastingevent/
Curated selection of 4 – 1.5oz of high end Whisky samples.
Scotch, Irish, Rye, Bourbon: Explore the different styles in the Whisky family
Option to substitute a bottle of wine for the non Whisky drinkers. (Will be of equal value to Whisky) Red or White
Tasting notes provided by Elliot Hunter
Charcuterie box by Great Events Catering
Special guest speakers and presentations throughout the evening.
A little about what we have done for the Bow River: all funds we raise go right back into the Bow River. We aim to have as little overhead as possible so it all goes into helping.- Improvements and Maintenance of Policeman's Flats- Whirling Disease research in traditional Rainbow Trout spawning areas (working with U of A, hoping for Summer 2021 start)- Engagement on Bow River Flows with TransAlta- Engagement with AEP on Bow River Fish Population Studies- Maintaining relationships with all stakeholders responsible for or with Bow River management and conservation.- Fishing line recycling bins at Strategic locations- Collaborating with City of Calgary to complete in stream and riparian monitoring on Bow with in Calgary.