April trip - good times!

Trip Checklist for April 18

Sleeping bag - this is the only real essential. I think it's safe to say we are all unwilling to share. I also recommend a sleeping mat or cot.

Waders - If you plan to fish, this is also pretty essential. Sharing doesn't work for various reasons.

License - Click here, buy it online today, including the special trout stamp, print and bring it with you.

Shayne will provide for community use:

• Rice
• Beans
• Oatmeal
• Bread
• Bologna
• Mayonnaise
• Water
• Paper plates
• Plastic utensils
  
• Paper towels
  
• Stove
  
• Grill (Tim - I'm bringing the grill.)
• Lantern
• Cards
  
• Firewood & starter logs
  
• Cooler (2)
• Fly rod & reel (1 extra available for the group)
• Fishing Vest (2)
• Net (1)
• Polarized Sunglasses (2)
• Flies (2 boxes with limited selection)
  

The following items are optional but recommended:

• Chair
  
• Meat for the grill
• Flashlight (preferably a headlamp)
• Warm clothes
• Cigars
• Beverages of choice
• Mug or cup
  
• Rain jacket
• Fly rod & reel
• Net
• Knife, small pliers, and nail clippers for fishing
  
• Flies (Charleston Angler is a good place. Generally I use small stuff - sizes 18-24)
• Leaders & tippet (Generally I use a 7.5' leader 5x, and a 5 or 6x tippet.)
• Your sense of humor (Actually, this is not optional; it's required.)
  

April 18 - North Mills River

Just over two weeks to go. We've decided on the big tent at the North Mills Campground (no Airstream). I am excited people!