[juro]

Topher Browne and I are proud to confirm the 2004 Nor'Easter Spey Clave to be held at Sewalls Falls on the Merrimac River in New Hampshire on May 22nd, all day. Rods and lines provided, free instruction, and a change to try several top brands. We are planning on having video taping going on with a viewing/analysis session at dinner.

Tentative Agenda:

10am - 10:15am : Kick off and introduction

10:15am - 10:45 : (Presentation) The Essentials of Spey Casting, Juro Mukai

10:45am - 11:15 : (Hands-on) Free instruction, warm up for experienced casters, analysis, rod testing, etc.

11:15 - 11:45 : (Presentation) Underhand vs. Upperhand Technique, Topher Browne

11:45am - 12:15 : (Hands-on) Free instruction, warm ups for experienced casters, rod testing, etc.

12:15am - 12:45 : LUNCH and group discussion

12:45 - 1:15p : (Presentation) Juro Mukai

1:15p - 1:45 : (Hands-on) Free instruction, warm ups for experienced casters, rod testing, etc.

1:45p - 2:15p : (Presentation) Topher Browne

2:15p - 2:45p : (Hands-on) Free instruction, warm ups for experienced casters, rod testing, etc.

2:45p - 3:15p : (Group) Wrap-up Discussion at the river

3:30p - 5pm : Video Analysis of Ourselves Casting (restaurant function room nearby in Concord TBD)

5pm - group dinner at restaurant (gets us the free use of function room)

> We expect several manufacturers to be in attendance so if you don't already have a two-hander just show up and you'll be all set to try some out.

> You should bring waders and other appropriate sun protection.

> Directions to Sewalls Falls: Sewalls Falls Multi-recreational Area is located on the Merrimack River in the northern part of Concord. From downtown Concord, travel north on Main Street and continue on North State Street (Route 3). Bear right at the first fork onto Sewalls Falls Road, passing the Beaver Meadow School on the right. At a second fork near the Beaver Meadows Golf Course, bear right, staying on Sewalls Falls Road. On the right, watch for signs for the Sewalls Falls area, just before the bridge that crosses the Merrimack. From I-93, take Exit 15 West. At second set of lights, turn right (north) onto North State Street (Route 3). Continue with directions from downtown Concord (above).

Please reply to this post to confirm your attendance:

 

[Domenic]

Juro,
If I don't have to work I will be there with two others.

 

[juro]

Up to 8 people so far... please sign up if you can attend this. It's a lot harder to track attendance by word of mouth. Thanks!

 

[juro]

BTW - Two-handed overhand casting beach-style demo and instruction with Atlantis rods will also be included.

 

[natuna]

Thanks for e-mail Juro, will be there...

Rich

 

[juro]

Attendance at this point appears to be:

1) Domenic
2) w/ Domenic
3) w/ Domenic
4) Jim Timmons
5) Angus from Broadside International
6) Brendan O'Brien
7) Richard Ostrows
8) Eddie Howells
9) w/ Eddie
10) w/ Eddie
11) Nick
12) Buz
13) grizz0707
14) Clansman
15) Neal
16) Calvin
17) soloflyfisher (90%)
18) Lori (90%)
19) Jack Hanley

Topher and I
Some manufacturing reps with gear

All are welcome... chime in if you're interested!

 

[Buz]

Sounds like a great opportunity, I'll be there.

 

[grizz0707]

I will attend and try to be there at 10am coming from pa 6 hour drive.

 

[CLANSMAN]

SPEY CLAVE 22ND MAY

I INTEND GOING TO THE SPEY CLAVE.
I AM SCOTTISH AND HAVE FISHED SPEY CASTING IN SCOTLAND FOR A FEW YEARS.
I WOULD DESCRIBE MY CASTING AS MODERATE.

COLIN CHISHOLM
781 875 1745

 

[brendan]

Juro,

This is to confirm my attendance. Will this be a "rain or shine event?

- brendan

 

[juro]

40% chance... no biggie. Dress like steelheaders and we'll be fine

http://www.srh.noaa.gov/data/forecasts/NHZ008.php?warncounty=NHC013&city=Concord

 

[andre]

40% is pretty much zero in my book not even reason to get the gear out of the bag wish I could make it out.

andre

 

[doogue]

Juro,

Hopefully you got my voicemail regarding places to meet up and eat (with a banquet room) after the event. If the Common Man did not work out then I can recommend more places if you let me know that you are looking for a place.

I wish I could be there but I will be on South Beach with Jeff B. I have a date with a cow or two.

Have fun,

Mike

 

[Eddie]

see you all on sat, I will be bringing one guy with me.

 

[soloflyfisher]

Juro

I'm 90% sure my wife Lori and I will come.

Thanks

Rob

 

[juro]

Revised Agenda -

Digital camera is unavailable, we will extend hands-on work with people instead with the extra time.

If the main Sewalls Falls recreation area is too deep along the waters edge, we will move to a nearby spot with shallow banks. The spot is approx 2 miles downriver at the old dam site. Look for info on the information / area map station near rest room if you arrive after 10am and see no one flicking the long rods. Cell phone / instructions will be provided at that info station if we move. This alternate location is about 1.5 miles downriver. Get back on Sewalls Falls Rd, go away from the river to the west (away from 93) past Beaver Meadow golf, left on 2nd Street to end, fork left and park in the main parking lot. We will be casting to the right.

Note: Check the main parking lot at Sewalls Falls Recreational Area before continuing to the alternate location in case the banks are accomodating for the group to get in and cast.

Lunch will be provided, cold cuts, rolls, salads, etc. There will be a collection jar to put a few dollars in for the convenience, or bring your own lunch. Please bring your own drinks if you don't want water. Water will be provided.

If you care to share some snacks with the group, by all means bring them along.

Topher and I look forward to the second annual Nor'Easter Spey Clave with all who attend!

 

[Jack Hanley]

I'll be there,not sure if I can stay for dinner.Rookie ar spey,looking for mostly tips and hands on instruction. Jack