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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: Cub Launch at BSA Camp Warren Levis

   Four FATC Brothers (Steve Baker, Bob Born, Al Harper & Vernon Preston) got up bright & early on Saturday, Sep 27 and headed over to Boy Scout Camp Warren Levis in Godfrey, IL. The event was Cub Launch 2025 and provided scouts with opportunities to participate in a variety … Read More…

Event: The Mayfly Project in Missouri

When one of our members, Al Hautly, heard about the Mayfly Project during our charity dinner something touched his heart. The Mayfly Project is just one of the four charities that the FATC sponsors every year. The Mayfly Project takes foster kids fly fishing and provides them a mentor to … Read More…

Service: Another Great Dinner at RMH

We enjoyed another wonderful dinner event at the Ronald McDonald House this week. As usual, I arrived early to organize the kitchen in preparation for the arrival of our FATC volunteers. I’ve been fortunate to have Paul Jacoby continue assisting with these dinners. He mentioned how much he enjoys coming … Read More…

Event: FATC Membership Social – Huge Success

Our Membership meeting this Thursday, July 10th was a huge success. A big shout out and thank you to Sterling Short for putting together this fellowship gathering. We all met at the Crafty Chameleon in Ellisville, MO at 6:30pm and although it was to run until 8:30pm, many stayed past … Read More…