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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.

Service: Ronald McDonald House

August 18, 2018,
Once again a group of FATC Volunteers converged on the St. Louis Park Ave Ronald McDonald House to prepare a meal for the residents who typically have critically ill children admitted long-term to one of the area Childrens Hospitals.  Those in attendance were Al Blair, Miles Meyer, Bill Byington, Mike … Read More…

Trip/Event: Branson Fly Fishing Expo

July 29, 2018,,
The FATC had another chance to shine this weekend as three of our members went to Branson for their fly fishing Expo. Terry Seaton, Tim McCoy and I (Kenny Klimes) volunteered to tie flies for the Expo and be part of this second annual event.  Tim tied flies during the … Read More…

Service: FATC Helps with BSA Conservation Night

July 25, 2018,
Mike Bisaga and Mike Chambers helped out fellow FATC member Michael Brand with the BSA Conservation Night.  This was a night during a week long Boy Scout STEM camp at Beaumont Scout Reservation, that was dedicated to teaching the boys about conservation related subjects. In all, about 10 different conservation … Read More…

Service: What’s Outdoors!!

June 9, 2018,
The What’s Outdoors event took place this past Saturday, June 9th at the ball fields next to St Lucas UCC in Sunset Hills – and our FATC was there to serve.  But first, I have to give special KUDOS to our own Bill Lowry and his committee for putting on … Read More…