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FW Outing: John Scarborough Sunfish Spectacular, 2nd of May 2026

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This is THE family friendly event of the year!

The May 2025 JSSFS Trip Report is written and available for viewing. See this link.

2026 JSSFS Trip Description:  

Join us for our 23nd annual fun family fishing event and lunch on Saturday, May 2nd, at Damon’s Seven Lakes (D7L). This is a little later in the year than previously. Hopefully the water and air temperature will be warmer, allowing the fish to feed more actively. If you want to camp you may come after 3 pm on Friday, May 1st. Fishing is mostly from the shore, but kickboat, canoe, and/or kayaking are quite successful. Members are encouraged to bring guests. These guests are how we spread the word, and it is always good to have friends on the water. To learn more about how the Texas Flyfishers of Houston (TFF) Club’s John Scarborough Sunfish Spectacular (JSSFS) event came about, please click this link for a video of Puck giving the explanation.

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FW OUTING: November 8 Fresh Water to Damon 7 Lakes

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Event: Damon 7 Lakes Fall Family Outing

Trip Description: Join us for our annual fall fun family fishing event on Saturday, November 8th, at Damon Seven Lakes. These crystal-clear lakes offer sight casting opportunities for bass, bluegill, catfish and more. All lakes are accessible by vehicle and/or on foot and the fall weather should make for great fishing. This is a great venue for kids and there will be members available to help with casting instruction if needed. Lunch at this event will be a “Bring your own”. Sign-up below.
(NOTE: There is an option to tent camp the night before, Friday, Nov 7th, at the Damon 7 Lakes)

When: Saturday November 8th. Start: 7am; End: Sunset

Where:   Damon 7 Lakes
3533 CR 4 (Old Damon W. Columbia Road)
Damon, Texas 77430
N29.2524671 – W95.7412050

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FW Outing: 2026 South Llano River Float (Thursday through Sunday, April 23-26, 2026.)

"Puck" 3 Comments

The South Llano Trip is in the works now. The Club has to pay for 2 cabins for 3 nights regardless of how many people come and stay. We are also have other lodging locked in next door. This annual Club trip is one of the few opportunities to get out to the Hill Country and to fish one of the most productive rivers in the State. 2023 year’s event was cancelled due to weather, so please consider making your plans ASAP.

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REPORT: Cree River Lodge: Giant pike in Saskatchewan June 12-16, 2025

johneldred03 3 Comments

Sight fishing 40+” Northern pike, great weather, top of the line food/accommodations, and an outstanding fishing group.  Life doesn’t get much better than that.

Four of us from various parts of the world (Toronto, Salt Lake City, Broomfield Col, Pearland Tx) made the trip to Cree River Lodge.  The trip started with us all meeting in Edmonton for an overnight stopover.  The adventure began the next day with a 4am wake up to meet the 530am, 2hr charter flight to Stony Rapids.  There we boarded a turbo prop otter on floats for a 30min flight to the lodge.  Arriving at the lodge at 8am, we were greeted with breakfast, a quick unpack, and off to fishing.  Typical days consisted of 630am coffee, 7am breakfast, 8am boat departure, shore lunch at noon, and back to the lodge by 5pm.  Full days.

Can’t say enough good things about the lodge, accommodation, food, staff….all top tier.  We had two people per cabin….the cabins consisting of two rooms and a bathroom….quite comfortable.  The lodge was “Starlink” connected for those needing to “stay in touch”.  Dinner was pike, walleye, pork, steak and all the trimmings;  shore lunches were freshly caught fish…..Needless to say no one left losing weight.  Owners Pat and Lori were perfect hosts….outgoing, friendly, and “on top” of all the things necessary to run a remote lodge. 

Oh yeah, the fishing……

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Pop-up fishing trip: Damon 7 Lakes, 2025-05-04

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I wanted to get on the water, but I think there will be too many people at my favorite state parks.

So the new plan to be at Damon 7 Lakes at 1500 on Friday, 2025-05-23. The weather is supposed to sunny, and extremely warm, according to the weather guessers.  

Bring a camp chair, snacks, and plenty of water.

My plan is to use my new kickboat, fish in the dark, and camp overnight.

$35 guest fee for any that feel the need to at least throw a fly.

Ready to wet a line  Register below:

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Report: John Scarborough Sunfish Spectacular, 9th and 10th of May 2025

David D. 5 Comments

TFF had great weather for campers and fishers for our 2025 JSSFS Event (see event link)! On Friday afternoon and evening (May 9th), we had 5 campers stay the night at D7L, including Grant, Scott F, Ozzy, Oscar, and Puck. Puck said the food was great around the campfire Friday night and Saturday morning… including the coffee. It was a great time to relax and visit.

Campers on Friday night and Saturday morning.
Enjoying the campfire the night before the event
Saturday morning breakfast, fresh bread and steak
Campsite next to Martin Lake

Cool temperatures with a north northeasterly breeze gave everyone a sigh of relief. On Saturday, May 10th, it was 66 F at 6 am and warmed up to 84 F mid-day. Registration in the warehouse went smoothly, flies were donated to everyone, and by 9:30 am we moved to the picnic area by Martin Lake. A total of 40 adults and 4 minors attended the JSSFS event.

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Reminder, FW Outing: John Scarborough Sunfish Spectacular, 9th and 10th of May 2025

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Once again it is time to put this great event onto your calendar. And it is on Mother’s Day Weekend, so…

For this year’s event we have a special deal for Mom’s attending the event (who are current members of Texas FlyFishers): Bring your kid / kids and get in free! OK, bring your grand kids, and the same applies. We still request that everyone check-in at registration desk and leave your waiver form(s) before fishing.

FW Outing: John Scarborough Sunfish Spectacular, 9th and 10th of May 2025

Reminder # 3: Harmon Creek Outing 7-9 March, 2025, change in date.

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The date has been changed due to weather and water conditions. TFF has rented all of the lodging on site. As I type this [2025-02-20-1930] there are 2 open spot (beds) and plenty of camping available.

A small group went out onto the creek on President’s day, along with a gang from PACK. When we arrived there was frost all over the ground, and the air temperature was 28°F. Water clarity at the launch was about 4″. Up past BB area the water started clearing up. The average catch was about 20/fish/angler. Most were small males, but there were a few females in the mix. This indicates that the run wasn’t in full swing yet.

FW OUTING: March 7-9th 2025, Harmon Creek Campground and Marina

FW Outing: Preparing for D7Ls event, 3rd of May 2025

"Puck" 3 Comments

This is in preparation for the event the following weekend, the John Scarborough Sunfish Spectacular, on the 10th of May 2025. A small group of us will meet the Saturday prior, tools in hand and work on cleaning up the shorelines, and the gathering areas. You will need to bring your own tools, saws, clippers, weed whackers, work gloves etc.

When we get finished, between 2-4 hours, depending on how many we have help out, we will fish for the rest of the day.

Sign up for a great opportunity to help prepare for the family event, and get some fishing in.

“Puck” will lead. Sign up below.

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