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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: Beginner’s Fly Tying Class

February 25, 2018
Our second beginner’s fly tying class of 2018 took place this past Saturday (2/24) at Terry Seaton’s house.  Terry, our FATC fly tying instructor, had three new guys this time around.  Rick McMichael, Tim Klotz ans Don Varner joined Terry on this morning to learn the basics of tying flies.  … Read More…

7th Annual Charity Dinner

January 26, 2018
Our 7th annual charity dinner was a huge success. First, I want to thank all of you that had the opportunity and took the time to join us at this event.  I think it’s my favorite FATC event of the year. Second, thanks to so many of you that said … Read More…

FATC: Beginner’s Fly Tying Class

January 15, 2018,
Our FATC beginner’s fly tying class was held Saturday, January 13th at Terry Seaton’s house.  Terry has led the beginner’s fly tying class since it was established. Now with so many new fly fishers joining the FATC, he has opened up the class to several times per year.  Terry takes … Read More…

Event: Let’s Go Fishing show

January 7, 2018
This year’s Let’s Go Fishing show at the Gateway Convention Center in Collinsville, Illnois was another success for the FATC as we helped Cabelas with their fishing pond and fly tying booth.  As Chairman, I want to personally thank Jim Craig for his leadership in putting this all together for … Read More…