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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: The 2023 FATC Charity Dinner!

March 9, 2023
Our 2023 annual FATC charity dinner was more than a success, it was fantastic (at least the latest reports say that). Our 12th annual FATC charity dinner was held last Monday, March 6th. We had a record number of attendees (117), and we brought in a record number of donations … Read More…

Events: The Denver Fly Fishing Show (and Fishing)

February 22, 2023,,
Before I tell you all about the Denver Fly Fishing this past weekend and the great fishing we had afterwards, I want to personally thank Greg and Michelle Krochta for hosting me the past week. I have known Greg for several years (he was also a SWA pilot) He is … Read More…

Service: Ronald McDonald House

February 16, 2023,
Because of the great response we have gotten and this meal is only made 4/times a year we have settled on making cowboy meatloaf, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, hot rolls and chocolate chip cookies.  I wanted to get someone other than Mike Bisaga to lead the meal prep, … Read More…

Event: Jim Craig Tops the Field

February 14, 2023,,
Our annual Miles Meyer Fly Fishing Tournament took place on February 11th at Montauk State Park. With the tournament this year on a Saturday, we had our largest field of contestants ever – 18 FATC members. The weather was great – 45 degrees and sunny – and the contestants were … Read More…