MHTU October 2024 Membership Meeting: 10/21/24

MHTU General Membership Meeting: 10/21/24

American Legion Post 1302, 55 Overlook Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

Guest Speaker: John Field

Topic
Fly Fishing for Trophy Striped Bass

Abstract
John will give a presentation on the subjects in his latest book, Fly Fishing for Trophy Striped Bass.  These include a current look at striper habits, timing, location, techniques, flies and tackle to get the job done, wherever there are big stripers. He’ll share info on top guides, innovative flies, and answers from marine biologists on striper behavior, the effects of climate change, and much more. His  270 page, 8 1/2" by 11" hardcover contains 300 illustrations, including 50 fly photos with recipes. John will have books on hand and will be happy to sign them for you.

Speaker Bio:
John Field is an FFI Master Casting Instructor and author of three books, Fly-Casting Finesse, ACA’s Beginner’s Guide to Fly Casting, and Fly Fishing for Trophy Striped Bass. John’s articles have been published in Fly Fisherman Magazine, Canadian Sportfishing Magazine and several others. John was a co-producer and cameraman for Larry Dahlberg Productions for Larry’s show, Hunt for Big Fish, on ESPN. John has served as president of the American Casting Association and president of the New York Chapter of Trout Unlimited. His website is Fieldflyfishing.com