Chapter Meetings

Guest Speaker

September 14, 2026:  Greg DeAngelis 

Lake Erie Steelhead

Growing up in the region, ESCTU's own Greg DeAngelis will share the seasonal timing, river conditions, and the flies and techniques that consistently produce fish. Whether you’re new to steelheading or looking to better understand the Pennsylvania portion of Steelhead Alley, this presentation will provide a practical look at chasing these remarkable fish on the fly.

Guest Speaker

October 19, 2026: Johnny Kaminski

Fly Fishing The Lehigh River Gorge Tributaries

Avid fly fisherman. Johnny Kaminski, takes anglers beyond the main stem of the Lehigh River and into the cold, clear feeder streams that sustain one of Pennsylvania's premier wild trout fisheries. He shares his knowledge of the Gorge's hidden tributaries, discussing where to find wild brook and brown trout, seasonal tactics, productive flies, access points, and the unique challenges of fishing these rugged mountain waters. Whether you're new to the area or have fished the Lehigh for years, you'll come away with a greater appreciation for these overlooked streams and the role they play in preserving the Gorge's remarkable fishery.

Guest Speaker

November 9, 2026:  Tim Flagler

Fly Fishing Northern British Columbia

 Tim Flagler of Tightline Productions will present a video-based look at a fly fishing trip he will be hosting into the remote wilds of northern British Columbia.   Based out of Northern Rockies Lodge on scenic Muncho Lake, the trip offers anglers the chance to pursue northern pike, trophy rainbows, bull trout, lake trout, grayling, and more on fly-out excursions to seldom-visited lakes and rivers deep in the northern Rockies.  Along with remarkable fishing, the presentation will highlight the breathtaking scenery of the region: glaciers, wildlife, alpine lakes, and untamed rivers in some of the most spectacular country left on the map.

ESCTU Holiday Party

December ?, 2025

D&R Greenway Land Trust, Inc., 1 Preservation Pl, Princeton, NJ 08540, USA

January 11, 2027:  Fly Tying Committee

Annual Fly Tying Night 

Join ESCTU's Fly Tying Committee for an evening of fly tying demonstrations featuring proven patterns for local waters. Whether you're new to the vise or have been tying for years, you'll pick up a few useful tips and techniques along the way. Bring your own tying equipment and materials if you'd like to tie along. Location: D&R Greenway Land Trust.

Guest Speaker

February 8, 2027: Dave Zappulla

Fly Fishing the Driftless Region

The Driftless Region is one of the Midwest’s hidden gems for wild trout fishing, with cold spring creeks winding through the unglaciated hills of Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, and Illinois.  ESCTU's own Dave Zappulla's presentation will provide a brief overview of the region, where to fish, and the fly fishing opportunities available throughout the Driftless. Topics will include seasonal strategies, productive waters, and the flies and techniques commonly used to fool the region’s wild brown, brook, and rainbow trout.

Guest Speaker

March 8, 2027: Dave Golden

Protecting New Jersey's Coldwater Resources

 Join a representative from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection's Fish & Wildlife Program for an inside look at the work being done to protect and improve New Jersey's rivers, streams, and trout waters. Learn how habitat restoration, water quality monitoring, fisheries management, and partnerships with conservation organizations are helping preserve New Jersey's coldwater fisheries for future generations. Whether you're a trout angler or simply enjoy healthy rivers and streams, this presentation offers a fascinating look at the work being done to protect our state's aquatic resources.

Guest Speaker

April 12, 2027:  Captain Dave Vollenweider

Fishing the Lower Paulinskill River

Captain Dave Vollenweider's presentation explores one of northwestern New Jersey's most scenic and overlooked fisheries. He takes anglers on a tour of the lower Paulinskill, discussing its trout, smallmouth bass, and seasonal opportunities while highlighting productive water from Blairstown downstream to its confluence with the Delaware River. Along the way, he'll cover river access, reading water, fly selection, and how recent habitat restoration and dam removals have enhanced this unique fishery.  Whether you're a first-time visitor or a longtime Paulinskill angler, you'll gain practical insights into fishing one of the Delaware watershed's hidden gems.

Guest Speaker

May 10, 2027: Brian Millen

Annual Fly Casting Clinic

Join Joan Wulff-certified casting instructor Brian Millen for an evening of hands-on instruction covering the fundamentals and finer points of fly casting. Brian, inventor of the Excel Caster, has a knack for helping anglers of every skill level cast a little farther, a little straighter, and with a lot more confidence. Bring your own fly rod(s). Location: D&R Greenway Land Trust.