1) The Lower Umpqua Flycasters, Fly Fishing Expo 2012
2) Christmas in July Fund Raising Event
3) Confluence Beer, Wine, Seafood & Music Festival
The Lower Umpqua Flycasters, Fly Fishing Expo 2012
February 25, 2012, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Reedsport High School Cafeteria, South 22nd Street, Reedsport, OR
For more information contact Russ Wright at 541.269.2638
FREE ADMISSION
The Lower Umpqua Flycasters, a local member Club of the Federation of Fly Fishers (FFF) will be holding their 22nd annual Fly Fishing Expo at the Reedsport High School Cafeteria, South 22nd Street, Reedsport, OR from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on February 25, 2012.
Special features include demonstrations and programs on various aspects of fishing, fly tying and fly casting; equipment displays, informational displays by various stream and fish enhancement groups, a concession stand with meals and snacks available, and raffle drawings each hour all day.
There will be special programs, including "Fly Fishing for Salmon and Steelhead" at 11:00 a.m. by Cam Perry; "Fly Fishing in the Pacific Northwest" at 1:00 p.m. by Michael T. Williams; and "Tips and Tricks to Fishing Still-Waters" at 2:00 p.m. by Phil Haeger.
This is the only event of its kind on the south and central Oregon coast. The Expo is totally free to the public as the purpose of the Expo is to promote conservation and introduce the sport of fly fishing to adults and young children. The club has members from Waldport to Gold Beach.
For more information contact Russ Wright at 541.269.2638
BACKGROUND ON THE LOWER UMPQUA FLYCASTERS
The Lower Umpqua Flycasters, a non-profit fly fishing club based in Reedsport, Oregon, was founded in 1990 to accommodate persons with all levels of fly fishing and fly tying skills. The club is a member of the Oregon Council of the Federation of Fly Fishers.
Club meetings and special sessions have featured fly-tying, rod building, leader construction, fly casting, and many other activities. Outings have included fly fishing for trout, half pounders, and salmon. In addition, the club hosts an annual Tube-O-Rama float trip on the Umpqua River fishing for smallmouth bass.
Each year, LUFC sponsors a Fly Fishing Expo to introduce the sport of fly fishing to the general public. The Expo features lectures and demonstrations by experts in fly fishing, fly tying, fly casting, and conservation.
The Lower Umpqua Flycasters work with the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife on projects that pertain to the conservation and restoration of coastal streams and the enhancement of local fisheries.
The club has also supported and assisted in teaching a special extension class at Southwestern Oregon Community College for the past four years on Elementary Fly Fishing.
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Who: Christmas in July Fund Raising Event
What: Bowl Your Heart Out
Where: Reedsport Lanes
When: Families, Fri Feb. 17 6:00 pm
Experienced Bowlers Sat Feb 18 5:00
Reedsport Lanes is presenting "Bowl Your Heart Out" to benefit Christmas in July, an organization that every year assists people who are low income, elderly or disabled with repairs to their homes. Join us for family night, Fri. Feb 17 at 6:00 pm or for experienced bowlers, Sat. Feb 18 at 5:00 to help this worthwhile event and have a good time. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children under 10. Prizes for high and low score. Sign up by Wed, Feb 15 to join the fun.
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What: Confluence Beer, Wine, Seafood & Music Festival
What: Confluence Beer, Wine, Seafood & Music Festival
Where: Downtown Reedsport
When: Friday, 02/17/12 from 4p to 10pm; Saturday, 02/18/12 from Noon to 10pm.
Who: Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce
Media Passes available by contacting the Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce
Reedsport's rockin' and you are invited! Don't miss the chance to check out the collaboration of talented and experienced musicians from around the area at this year's Confluence in downtown Reedsport. February 17th 4-10p and February 18th noon-10p. The infectious groove of the Soulpie rhythm section and the riveting force and authority of the Brass Knuckles horn section combine with the provocative and soulful vocal harmonies of the Sisters Soulpie; Saturday 12p-3p. The Vicki Stevens Band is a blues based band that plays a mixture of Blues, R&B, Rock and a dash of Country. With Vicki's truly gifted vocal style and charismatic stage presence the band has been winning audiences over whenever they perform; Saturday 3:30p-6:30p. Candy Apple Blue is a five piece band whose wide variety of music styles from rock, pop, motown, soul classics, funk and many more has been tantalizing everyone from young to old in every way; Friday 7p-10p. The music of Shelley James Trio is difficult to classify, but their sound is easy to appreciate it; Friday 4p-6:30p. And to top of the evening Agents of Unity; Saturday 7p-10p. So when your hips are shaken, your bones are quaking, your toes are tappin and your fingers are snappin give it up at Confluence 2012. Easy access and plenty of parking. 21 and older only. $10/person/day - $9 Seniors 2-Day Pass $16 – Seniors $14.
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WHAT: Orchestra concert tickets now at Umpqua bank
WHERE: Pacific Auditorium, 2260 Longwood Avenue,
WHEN: Sunday, February 26, at 2 P.M
WHERE: Pacific Auditorium, 2260 Longwood Avenue,
WHEN: Sunday, February 26, at 2 P.M
WHO: Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO)
Contact: 541-997-6770 WWW.OCCO.WS
Contact: 541-997-6770 WWW.OCCO.WS
Tickets for the Winter program of the Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO) are now available at the Reedsport branch of Umpqua Bank. They can be purchased during regular business hours at the bank's Information Desk through Friday, February 24. Admission price is $10 per person. Tickets will also be available at the door one hour before concert.
The music of American composers will be featured in this Winter program of the Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO) scheduled for Sunday, February 26, at 2 P.M. The concert will be held at the Pacific Auditorium, located on the campus of the Reedsport Community Charter Schools.
Premier performances of new works by Florence composers Robin DeVour and Charles Perkins are highlighted in this concert. Other American composers such as Aaron Copland, John Corigliano, Percy Grainger, and John Knowles Paine are also included.
For more about OCCO, visit the orchestra's website, WWW.OCCO.WS . You may also call 541-997-6770 if you have further questions.
The music of American composers will be featured in this Winter program of the Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO) scheduled for Sunday, February 26, at 2 P.M. The concert will be held at the Pacific Auditorium, located on the campus of the Reedsport Community Charter Schools.
Premier performances of new works by Florence composers Robin DeVour and Charles Perkins are highlighted in this concert. Other American composers such as Aaron Copland, John Corigliano, Percy Grainger, and John Knowles Paine are also included.
For more about OCCO, visit the orchestra's website, WWW.OCCO.WS . You may also call 541-997-6770 if you have further questions.
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