The Annual Auction is coming. This years auction will be held on Saturday, April 28. The location will be the Bethany Church, located at 3223 Westheimer. This is the only fundraiser the Texas Flyfishers holds each year and it is very important. Annual dues fund 30% of our budget, sales at the monthly meeting fund10%. The annual auction provides 60% of our budget, which is the vast majority of the funds required for meetings, speakers, instructional classes, and outings.

For those of you that have participated before, you know of the bargain prices offered for quality new and used tackle, art, and guided trips. The concept is simple. Members donate new or used equipment, tackle, rods, art, or just about anything to do with fly-fishing, the outdoors, recreation, or training. Local outfitters really help our cause by donating quality items from their shops. Also, friendly guides do their part by donating trips.

The auction begins with the silent auction at 10 AM. An unbeatable spaghetti lunch for $5.00 starts serving at 11:30. Then, the live auction starts at 12:00 noon and ends at 1:15. Three raffle drawings are held next. The closeout of the silent auction is complete by 2 PM and the auction is complete.

We respectfully request and need your donations. This year we are asking each member to make a special donation that will stand alone in the silent or live auction. Items in the live auction should be new and able to bring at least $100.00. Now is the time to sort out what you can donate. Bring your donations to any TFF monthly meeting or drop them off at any of the flyshops in Houston. Don’t forget to attend the auction yourself.

We appreciate your consideration, time, and support of the Texas Fly Fishers. Any questions or comments, please contact Rick Rawls or Jerry Loring. Thanks and see you at the auction.

Rick Rawls, Auction Chairman

P. S. We are in search of twelve volunteers to assist with the auction. Please step forward. Contacts: Rick Rawls 713 666 7100 X129 days --- Jerry Loring 713 875 4289 cell