Our crew has one more workday on December 15 – details TBD and will be shared via email – for the fall. It’s TBD because we finished our work on the Duerst property so no need to go back there! Read all about them in the December Newscasts!
By Dyan Lesnik
Veterans on the Fly start back up on November 5th for fly tying at The V (VFW Post 1318, 2740 Ski Ln, Fitchburg) Fly tying starts around 5:30 but come early and have dinner at the VFW grill. First fly of the season is The Large Brown Stonefly. All veterans and their families are welcome. Never any cost. Even if you are just curious about tying or fly fishing come on out. Learn more at their Facebook page.
October 14 meant freedom for rainbow trout and fun with a bit of learning for students at Sun Prairie East High School. Josh Capodarco and students completed their second successful year of Trout In the Classroom (TIC). The rainbow trout they had nurtured from eggs to smolt found a new home in Token Creek. Kyle Olivencia, the DNR fish biologist for this area and his crew, electroshocked more of Token Creek and discussed what makes a healthy trout stream. The students then lunched and fished at Token Creek County Park. Read More
We’re pleased to announce the addition of the following new member to our ranks!
Jack Haraldson
Kyle Mattingly
David Blume
We are honored to have you among us. Please join our next meeting. We’d love to get to know you better, answer any questions and give you some free flies! If any questions about the meeting, please contactDyan Lesnik.
* Note that some longer-term members may be captured in the list above. A glitch in the excel file has made it harder to sort … but it’s better to be inclusive and we’re happy to have your continued support!
Plus updates on the Meicher Auction and Other Events
We are pleased to welcome our speaker for Tuesday, October 14 – Kyle Zempel of Black Earth Creek Angling on trout fishing in Patagonia. It’s a legendary location with legendary fish (as the picture attests) … hear from a “local legend” on the services he now offers there and what to consider and expect from a trip to Patagonia.
Minutes from SWTU Board of Director meetings can be viewed in this Google Drive. If you have questions on what you read in them, reach out to one of the Board members listed on the last page of each newsletter. (Note that you may need to click the “Last Modified” header at the top to sort the list with the latest minutes at the top.)
Linda Dorazio and Henry Nehls-Lowe standing tall for SWTU
The event for SWTU at the Lussier Family Heritage Center was successful in many ways. Several attendees wanted to learn about our organization and conservation efforts. A young woman inquired about employment opportunities at SWTU as she’s interested in our cause.
Henry and I demonstrated casting in the grass and there was much enthusiasm. We also had displays of the equipment we use for tying flies and many examples of our precious flies.
The film was excellent exploring ways to connect with nature. So much was learned about the indigenous people of Alaska, beautiful scenery and the importance to live in concert with the land, animals and humans.
It was an amazing experience and I was honored to attend.
On September 30 at the Rathskeller, we were 11 instructors and about the same number of Hoofers who stopped by for a fabulous time of tying flies and talking about everything related to favorite flies and fly fishing and streams and beyond. Read More
This invitation is a request from Matt Diebel via Dan Oele for help with a fishing clinic in memory and honor of Luke, his son. Matt has been a hydrologist with the DNR and Dane County with specialties in fisheries and water quality. He now works for the US Geological Survey. Luke’s death reverberated through the professional conservation community in Madison. The aim of the foundation is to introduce kids to fishing, the activity Luke and his family loved.
We wanted to let you know about an upcoming event called ‘Luke’s Learn to Fish Clinic’. This event is hosted by Cora’s Girl Scout Troop, Wingra Boats, and the City of Madison. It is October 12 from noon – 2pm. There are activities for the novice fisher (make a stick fishing rod and casting skills) to more advanced (flyfishing). Location is Wingra Park. Please come and have fun and share the announcement with your kids classes and anyone else.
Posted: November 4, 2025 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
One More Workday To Go and More Reports in December
Our crew has one more workday on December 15 – details TBD and will be shared via email – for the fall. It’s TBD because we finished our work on the Duerst property so no need to go back there! Read all about them in the December Newscasts!
Posted: November 4, 2025 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
Vets on the Fly Activities Starting Back Up
By Dyan Lesnik
Veterans on the Fly start back up on November 5th for fly tying at The V (VFW Post 1318, 2740 Ski Ln, Fitchburg) Fly tying starts around 5:30 but come early and have dinner at the VFW grill. First fly of the season is The Large Brown Stonefly. All veterans and their families are welcome. Never any cost. Even if you are just curious about tying or fly fishing come on out. Learn more at their Facebook page.
Posted: November 4, 2025 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
Big Day for Trout and High School and Some History
By Topf Wells
October 14 meant freedom for rainbow trout and fun with a bit of learning for students at Sun Prairie East High School. Josh Capodarco and students completed their second successful year of Trout In the Classroom (TIC). The rainbow trout they had nurtured from eggs to smolt found a new home in Token Creek. Kyle Olivencia, the DNR fish biologist for this area and his crew, electroshocked more of Token Creek and discussed what makes a healthy trout stream. The students then lunched and fished at Token Creek County Park. Read More
Posted: November 4, 2025 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
New Members – November 2025
We’re pleased to announce the addition of the following new member to our ranks!
We are honored to have you among us. Please join our next meeting. We’d love to get to know you better, answer any questions and give you some free flies! If any questions about the meeting, please contact Dyan Lesnik.
* Note that some longer-term members may be captured in the list above. A glitch in the excel file has made it harder to sort … but it’s better to be inclusive and we’re happy to have your continued support!
Newscasts – October 2025
Last Updated: January 4, 2026 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
This issue is filled with great information, including:
Last Updated: October 8, 2025 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
Patagonia Adventures: Our October 2025 Chapter Gathering
Plus updates on the Meicher Auction and Other Events
We are pleased to welcome our speaker for Tuesday, October 14 – Kyle Zempel of Black Earth Creek Angling on trout fishing in Patagonia. It’s a legendary location with legendary fish (as the picture attests) … hear from a “local legend” on the services he now offers there and what to consider and expect from a trip to Patagonia.
Read More
Posted: October 7, 2025 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
Learn What Your Board’s Been Up To – October 2025
Minutes from SWTU Board of Director meetings can be viewed in this Google Drive. If you have questions on what you read in them, reach out to one of the Board members listed on the last page of each newsletter. (Note that you may need to click the “Last Modified” header at the top to sort the list with the latest minutes at the top.)
Posted: October 7, 2025 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
SWTU at Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies Film Event
By Linda Dorazio
The event for SWTU at the Lussier Family Heritage Center was successful in many ways. Several attendees wanted to learn about our organization and conservation efforts. A young woman inquired about employment opportunities at SWTU as she’s interested in our cause.
Henry and I demonstrated casting in the grass and there was much enthusiasm. We also had displays of the equipment we use for tying flies and many examples of our precious flies.
The film was excellent exploring ways to connect with nature. So much was learned about the indigenous people of Alaska, beautiful scenery and the importance to live in concert with the land, animals and humans.
It was an amazing experience and I was honored to attend.
Campus Outreach and Fly Tying Event
Posted: October 7, 2025 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
By Henry Nehls-Lowe
On September 30 at the Rathskeller, we were 11 instructors and about the same number of Hoofers who stopped by for a fabulous time of tying flies and talking about everything related to favorite flies and fly fishing and streams and beyond. Read More
Posted: October 7, 2025 by Drew Kasel Leave a Comment
Luke’s Learn to Fish Clinic – Sunday, October 12
This invitation is a request from Matt Diebel via Dan Oele for help with a fishing clinic in memory and honor of Luke, his son. Matt has been a hydrologist with the DNR and Dane County with specialties in fisheries and water quality. He now works for the US Geological Survey. Luke’s death reverberated through the professional conservation community in Madison. The aim of the foundation is to introduce kids to fishing, the activity Luke and his family loved.
We wanted to let you know about an upcoming event called ‘Luke’s Learn to Fish Clinic’. This event is hosted by Cora’s Girl Scout Troop, Wingra Boats, and the City of Madison. It is October 12 from noon – 2pm. There are activities for the novice fisher (make a stick fishing rod and casting skills) to more advanced (flyfishing). Location is Wingra Park. Please come and have fun and share the announcement with your kids classes and anyone else.
We also need volunteers to help manage the different stations and help teach – you don’t need to be an expert. We could really use some extra help. Sign up genius here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080D48AAAF2DA4F85-58225591-volunteer
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