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Community Service

Community service and charity work in the St Louis area is a main goal of the Flyfishers at the Crossing (FATC).  The FATC is a community of men that have a passion for fly fishing, but we are so much more than that! The FATC is about vital relationships with other men. Relationships that grow in trust and integrity with one another. More than being successful in life, we want to be significant in the lives of others. The FATC serves our community in anyway we can by supporting local organizations like the Scouts, St Louis Children’s hospital, Ronald McDonald House and others. Also by giving to charities such as Casting for Recovery, Project Healing Waters, Altar Fly Fishing, and the Mayfly Project.  We believe in conservation of our land, waterways and fisheries.  Most importantly, taking care of our own members and their families are high on our list. We like to follow the “I am third” principle of God first, others second and I am third. Check out the many community service events and charity work that we participate in. Come join us when we do.

Event: Ronald McDonald House – Cinco de Mayo Celebration

I posted this event about a month in advance, not realizing the date fell on May 5th, Cinco de Mayo.  Soon afterward, I received a text from Mike Bisaga suggesting that we change the menu to reflect the Mexican holiday.  Mike and I considered several recipes and options before deciding on: … Read More…

2026 FATC Fly Fishing Class – To the River!

The 2026 FATC fly fishing class is complete! Now it’s time for the future graduates to get on the river with an instructor and “Graduate” from the class. There were twelve in the class, and I have to say it was a very good class. It’s enjoyable when all the … Read More…

Event: Dave Komor and ALS Research – 5K Walk/Run

On Saturday, May 2, 2026, 14 members of FATC joined many others in the 25th annual Jim Schoemehl Walk/Run in the fight against ALS (also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease). That morning, we gathered in support of our friend and fellow member, Dave Komor, who was diagnosed with ALS on … Read More…

Event: Raise the Roof Cleanup

I am always amazed at the number of FATC guys that volunteer and give up their day to serve others. About 13 FATC men decided to help the Christian Fellowship Baptist Church in University City clean out their garage so they can put on a new roof. This project was … Read More…