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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.

FATC 2016 in Review

Many of you liked our “FATC 2017 in Review” video and have asked if we could load past year’s videos on our web site. We are happy to oblige. Here is our “FATC 2016 in Review” video for your viewing pleasure…

Service: RankenJordan – FINALLY!!

We finally had the opportunity to help RankenJordan Pediatric Bridge hospital with their “Therapeutic Fishing Day”.  The last three were cancelled; two due to excessive heat warnings and one was rained out.  It was great to see the kids again as they had the chance to get out of the … Read More…

Service: Ronald McDonald House

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

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…