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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.

Events: 2024 FATC Charity Dinner

February 28, 2024
The 2024 FATC Charity Dinner What a fantastic night of celebration and giving back to those in need. Our 2024 FATC charity dinner was a tremendous success because of you! 145 individuals signed up for the charity dinner and had a wonderful night at Andre’s West banquet hall in Fenton, … Read More…

Event: Miles Meyer Tournament TWO Time Winner!

February 10, 2024,,
Miles Meyer Fly Fishing Tournament Our fifth annual Miles Meyer fly fishing tournament was held on Friday, February 9th this year and there were a record number of participants with seventeen FATC members including three from the Springfield, MO area! But despite the considerable number of participants two prior champions … Read More…

Service: Ronald Gets Fed – Twice!

February 7, 2024,
The FATC fed the residents of Ronald McDonald House (RMH) twice in one week!! The Springfield guys now known as the FATC-SWMO for Southwest Missouri had their first get together of their small group (6) by providing the meal for the RMH at Mercy hospital in Springfield, MO. Then no … Read More…

Event: BJC Safety Pin Fly Tying!

December 5, 2023,
BJC Children’s Hospital Feather Fly Tying Event 11-30-2023 Wanting to get one more Feather Fly Tying Event in before the end of the year, I spoke with Emily at Children’s Hospital and we were able to come up with the date of November 30.  Sending out a request for volunteers, I … Read More…