Evening Sun Fly Shop

Address: 55 Groton St. Pepperell, MA 01463

Phone: 978.433.4910

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August 2018 Update

To my loyal & valued customers,

Muggy, muggy, muggy is the word for July 2018. The electric companies are liking it a lot! The dog days of August are upon us and the hope is that the rains will persist throughout the month.
The Nissitissit and Squannacook have seen a slight spike in water conditions and flows. If you are going to fish these rivers get the trout in quick and release without any pics. We don’t want to stress these fish out and lead to any fatalities. These fish will be available in the fall for our fishing pleasure.
At the end of September or the first week of October, the state of Massachusetts will do a final stocking so that we can fish thru the fall months.
Speaking of fishing, the Connecticut River up in Pittsburgh, NH. is yielding some incredible browns below Murphy Dam. I saw a 25-26″ brown that was caught last week.
I fished up there for 2 days with a friend and we netted the “grand slam”- Browns, Brookies, rainbows, salmon. Good trip, good food, good company and stellar fishing!
Have you seen the selection of waders, Korkers Boots, new reels and new rods that the shop has been stockpiling? Come in and browse and maybe take home a “life-changing” new piece of equipment.
The shop has a fine selection of new rain jackets, sunglasses, sun hats and sun gloves as well. How about a new Fly Line?
Looking for a place to fish during August? Call or email the shop for suggestions on where you can go for a true stress reduction day.
Work will be there when you get back. Pack a lunch, grab those waders and boots and head out to the Swift River for a treat. The river is loaded with large rainbows and all size brookies.
Go Get “Em. It is our local OASIS!
Thank you & See you on the water,
Charlie Shadan

2018 Class Dates

Check out the classes coming from the shop later this year-
 
Beginners Fly Fishing School
1) Sunday, October 7th – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Cost is $249
This will make a great gift for your child or spouse if you already are an accomplished angler.
The shop is always trying to keep up with the pulse of what is happening across the state. Feel free to ask questions, check out the local maps and seek out any info from us that will help you get better at your craft.
Aug 2018 Update

Internet Purchasing vs. ESFS Purchasing

When you take a look at the rewards program being offered and all the products I carry for your needs, it should become apparent that I’m trying to meet the needs of everyone in the fly fishing community.

Please look closely at the rewards program in conjunction with your purchase needs as I can confidently make the claim that with the rewards program the Evening Sun Fly Shop is the least expensive fly shop in America – Bar none!! There is no fly shop that I know or any conglomerate, mega box store that competes with my prices.

Internet Purchasing Evening Sun Purchasing
Can’t see or touch product See, touch and feel before you buy
Often you pay for freight/shipping No freight/shipping charges
No custom fitting on waders or boots, sunglasses or any item where sizing is critical Try it on before you buy it. Sizing is critical to your purchase
Not usually a knowledgeable, trained person to talk to who has used the product(s) Well skilled, trained people to talk to and explain your needs
Minimal if at all rewards program A rewards program that yields up to 31% for your purchasing. Unheard of in the industry!!!

These are at least 5 reasons to consider calling, stopping in, or e-mailing the shop before you CLICK the mouse. You will help to support a local business that truly cares for you as a client and you will pay no more and always get FREE shipping to your door. Please try us out!!

SO YOU THINK YOU KNOW EVERYTHING?

The ESFS will be running every month interesting factoids…..

August 15, 1911 – Proctor & Gamble Company introduced Crisco vegetable shortening.

Lost Rod

A shop client fell in the Sqannacook River about 1 1/2 weeks ago and lost his rod, reel, and line in the swift current. He lost the items below the Cable Pool on the Squannacook River in the Peter Bertozzi section. He fell about 20-30 yards below where the cable crosses the river. If you find the items, please bring them to the shop and I will reunite them with their rightful owner. As the water recedes, they may become more visible.

Millers River, Squannacook and Nissitissit River Maps

Get your map of the local rivers – Millers River, Squannacook & Nissitissit that Charlie created. 700+ copies have already sold to date. $9.95 each. They are in stock at the fly shop.

These maps make great gifts!

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July 2018 Update

To my loyal & valued customers,

Happy 4th of July to you and your families!!
The shop will be CLOSED Wednesday, July 4th in honor of the holiday.
The recent rain added some water to the Nissitissit and Squannacook rivers. The rivers are fishable and are still holding some nice fish in the deeper pools. Come on out this weekend and enjoy some time on the river(s). Early, early in the morning or 2 hours before dusk will be prime time to visit. Bring along some water for hydration and some bug spray for your stay.
Rumor has it that the Swift is to be stocked on 6/29/18. It is our local summer oasis because of the colder temps holding in the river all summer long. Take a trip to Belchertown and enjoy your time on the water. Call the shop for details or directions. I will be glad to help with your plans.

The shop is loaded with new fly patterns, fly boxes and leaders and tippet. Stop by so that you’ll be prepared to hit the stream with all that you need.

Thank you & See you on the water,
Charlie Shadan

July 2018 Storewide Sale

1) Spend $100 on store merchandise and get $15.00 in free items of your choice.

2) Spend $300 on store merchandise and get $45.00 in free items of your choice.

3) Spend $500 or above on store merchandise and get $55.00 in free items of your choice.

If you need new waders, wading boots, a rod, or a new reel now is the time to get much more for your money. Come into the shop and see the full line up of products that may fit your needs.

This sale cannot be used with the 2018 Store Rewards Program that is already in place for the year.

2018 Class Dates

Check out the classes coming from the shop later this year-

Beginners Fly Fishing School
1) Sunday, October 7th – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Cost is $249
This will make a great gift for your child or spouse if you already are an accomplished angler.

The shop is always trying to keep up with the pulse of what is happening across the state. Feel free to ask questions, check out the local maps and seek out any info from us that will help you get better at your craft.

Internet Purchasing vs. ESFS Purchasing

When you take a look at the rewards program being offered and all the products I carry for your needs, it should become apparent that I’m trying to meet the needs of everyone in the fly fishing community.

Please look closely at the rewards program in conjunction with your purchase needs as I can confidently make the claim that with the rewards program the Evening Sun Fly Shop is the least expensive fly shop in America – Bar none!! There is no fly shop that I know or any conglomerate, mega box store that competes with my prices.

Internet Purchasing Evening Sun Purchasing
Can’t see or touch product See, touch and feel before you buy
Often you pay for freight/shipping No freight/shipping charges
No custom fitting on waders or boots, sunglasses or any item where sizing is critical Try it on before you buy it. Sizing is critical to your purchase
Not usually a knowledgeable, trained person to talk to who has used the product(s) Well skilled, trained people to talk to and explain your needs
Minimal if at all rewards program A rewards program that yields up to 31% for your purchasing. Unheard of in the industry!!!

These are at least 5 reasons to consider calling, stopping in, or e-mailing the shop before you CLICK the mouse. You will help to support a local business that truly cares for you as a client and you will pay no more and always get FREE shipping to your door. Please try us out!!

SO YOU THINK YOU KNOW EVERYTHING?

The ESFS will be running every month interesting factoids…..

Contrary to popular belief, only two Founding Fathers signed the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. The majority of signers penned their signatures on August 2, 1776. The holiday does not celebrate the signing of the Declaration; it celebrates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence by the Second Continental Congress.

Lost Rod

A shop client fell in the Sqannacook River about 1 1/2 weeks ago and lost his rod, reel, and line in the swift current. He lost the items below the Cable Pool on the Squannacook River in the Peter Bertozzi section. He fell about 20-30 yards below where the cable crosses the river. If you find the items, please bring them to the shop and I will reunite them with their rightful owner. As the water recedes, they may become more visible.

Millers River, Squannacook and Nissitissit River Maps

Get your map of the local rivers – Millers River, Squannacook & Nissitissit that Charlie created. 700+ copies have already sold to date. $9.95 each. They are in stock at the fly shop.

These maps make great gifts!

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June Update

To my loyal & valued customers,
The “unofficial” start of summer is on our doorstep at the time of this writing. I can’t remember a more auspicious start to the fly fishing season than this year. The rivers have been stocked 3 times already with a combination of rainbows, browns and brookies in the Nissitissit and the Squannacook rivers. Lots of success stories are coming into the shop. Get out and get your share of therapy along with some exercise and true fun. Now is the time to take advantage of our area rivers as well as the Millers, Souhegan, Westfield and Willard Brook. If you are looking to fish in Vermont, NH or Maine call the shop for some details or stop in for info.
Need new waders or wading boots? Come in and see the lineup of choices. Lots of new rods and reels for you to choose from. There is over 26,000 flies in the shop to choose from. Are new polarized sunglasses on your Father’s Day wish list? Come in and see the best array of gear bags, vests and new rubber nets. The shop is fully equipped for your fly fishing needs.
If you haven’t been in the shop this season you owe it to yourself to see what’s new for you to improve your gear with. I am always adding new items to the line-up.
I hope you had a fine Memorial Day with family and friends and I’ll see you on the water.

Thank you & See you on the water,
Charlie Shadan

2018 Class Dates

Check out the classes coming from the shop later this year-

Beginners Fly Fishing School
1) Sunday, October 7th – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Cost is $249
This will make a great gift for your child or spouse if you already are an accomplished angler.

The shop is always trying to keep up with the pulse of what is happening across the state. Feel free to ask questions, check out the local maps and seek out any info from us that will help you get better at your craft.

Internet Purchasing vs. ESFS Purchasing

When you take a look at the rewards program being offered and all the products I carry for your needs, it should become apparent that I’m trying to meet the needs of everyone in the fly fishing community.

Please look closely at the rewards program in conjunction with your purchase needs as I can confidently make the claim that with the rewards program the Evening Sun Fly Shop is the least expensive fly shop in America – Bar none!! There is no fly shop that I know or any conglomerate, mega box store that competes with my prices.

Internet Purchasing Evening Sun Purchasing
Can’t see or touch product See, touch and feel before you buy
Often you pay for freight/shipping No freight/shipping charges
No custom fitting on waders or boots, sunglasses or any item where sizing is critical Try it on before you buy it. Sizing is critical to your purchase
Not usually a knowledgeable, trained person to talk to who has used the product(s) Well skilled, trained people to talk to and explain your needs
Minimal if at all rewards program A rewards program that yields up to 31% for your purchasing. Unheard of in the industry!!!

These are at least 5 reasons to consider calling, stopping in, or e-mailing the shop before you CLICK the mouse. You will help to support a local business that truly cares for you as a client and you will pay no more and always get FREE shipping to your door. Please try us out!!

Lost Rod

A shop client fell in the Sqannacook River about 1 1/2 weeks ago and lost his rod, reel and line in the swift current. He lost the items below the Cable Pool on the Squannacook River in the Peter Bertozzi section. He fell about 20-30 yards below where the cable crosses the river. If you find the items, please bring them to the shop and I will re-unite them with their rightful owner. As the water recedes, they may become more visible.

Millers River, Squannacook and Nissitissit River Maps

Get your map of the local rivers – Millers River, Squannacook & Nissitissit that Charlie created. 700+ copies have already sold to date. $9.95 each. They are in stock at the fly shop.

These maps make great gifts!

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May Update

To my loyal & valued customers,
We are on the doorstep of “our season”. We have cooperating temps, willing fish and bugs starting to hatch. The rivers are full of holdover as well as stocked fish. The fisheries and wildlife have initially stocked the Nissitissit River with 800+ 14-16″ Rainbows. The Squannacook River has been stocked with 1200+ 14-16″ Rainbow trout.
Recently, I guided a client on the Squannacook. He caught 3 nice fish, one of which was a holdover Brown about 13-14″. The fish was beautifully colored with nice red spots. It was in great shape after a long arduous winter. Also, one of the shops’ patrons recently caught a wild 7″ Brookie on the Squannacook as well. What a gem of a river we have in our midst.
The rivers have plenty of water for you to enjoy a day on the river. Get out soon before the temps rise to unfishable levels. A day on the river is therapeutic, relaxing, engrossing and undeniably better than a day at the office. If you need help on where to fish, come in to the shop for up to the minute information.
The shops’ website has been totally re-designed. Browse my site and see for yourself its ease of finding what you may be looking for from the shop. Come in and see the new line-up of rods, reels, nets, waders, boots and fly lines that the shop has to offer. The Evening Sun Fly Shop is the most fully stocked area fly shop for all your fly fishing needs.
Dust off your waders, clean your fly lines, adjust those reels and head on out to a favorite spot on an area river. You’ll be glad you did!
The shops’ Rewards Program for 2018 is in full swing. With the rewards program, the Evening Sun Fly Shop is unquestionably the least expensive shop in the country. Come in and see for yourself.. Great service, knowledgeable staff, fully stocked store, major brands and competitive pricing are the Hallmarks of my store. Thanks to everyone for helping to keep me around and service your fly needs.
Thank you & See you on the water,
Charlie Shadan

2018 Class Dates

Check out the classes coming from the shop this spring –

Beginners Fly Fishing School
1) Sunday, October 7th – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Cost is $249
This will make a great gift for your child or spouse if you already are an accomplished angler.

Learn to Nymph Fish Class
1) Sunday, May 6th – 8:00 am -12:00 pm. Cost is $100
2) Sunday, May 6th – 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Cost is $100

Please email or call the shop to sign up. Both sessions are SOLD OUT.

The shop is always trying to keep up with the pulse of what is happening across the state. Feel free to ask questions, check out the local maps and seek out any info from us that will help you get better at your craft.

Client Referral Program

Internet Purchasing vs. ESFS Purchasing

When you take a look at the rewards program being offered and all the products I carry for your needs, it should become apparent that I’m trying to meet the needs of everyone in the fly fishing community.

Please look closely at the rewards program in conjunction with your purchase needs as I can confidently make the claim that with the rewards program the Evening Sun Fly Shop is the least expensive fly shop in America – Bar none!! There is no fly shop that I know or any conglomerate, mega box store that competes with my prices.

Internet Purchasing Evening Sun Purchasing
Can’t see or touch product See, touch and feel before you buy
Often you pay for freight/shipping No freight/shipping charges
No custom fitting on waders or boots, sunglasses or any item where sizing is critical Try it on before you buy it. Sizing is critical to your purchase
Not usually a knowledgeable, trained person to talk to who has used the product(s) Well skilled, trained people to talk to and explain your needs
Minimal if at all rewards program A rewards program that yields up to 31% for your purchasing. Unheard of in the industry!!!

These are at least 5 reasons to consider calling, stopping in, or e-mailing the shop before you CLICK the mouse. You will help to support a local business that truly cares for you as a client and you will pay no more and always get FREE shipping to your door. Please try us out!!

Lost Rod

A shop client fell in the Sqannacook River about 1 1/2 weeks ago and lost his rod, reel and line in the swift current. He lost the items below the Cable Pool on the Squannacook River in the Peter Bertozzi section. He fell about 20-30 yards below where the cable crosses the river. If you find the items, please bring them to the shop and I will re-unite them with their rightful owner. As the water recedes, they may become more visible.

Millers River, Squannacook and Nissitissit River Maps

Get your map of the local rivers – Millers River, Squannacook & Nissitissit that Charlie created. 700+ copies have already sold to date. $9.95 each. They are in stock at the fly shop.

These maps make great gifts!

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April Update

April Message from Charlie

April 2018 Newsletter

To my loyal & valued customers,
The calendar is saying April, but Mother Nature is saying something else. The weather seems to contradict the chronology of it all. I’m ready for some bugs, fish and bright continual sunshine.
Send me an e-mail if I’m asking for too much! Better yet, direct your e-mail to Mother Nature. Let her know that the fish are waiting for us, the flowers are in need of sprouting and the lawns want to be green. Seems like a reasonable request. We know that “our season” is on the doorstep, but it just doesn’t want to get here.
I recently fished the Hoosic River in far western Mass. I did not see a bug in the air and on the water. I was hoping for some harbinger of spring to show itself. No way!
I was freezing, shaking and longing for June and July. I did manage to catch 4 wild Browns, the biggest being 20 1/2″. My partner netted a 21″ wild Brown but the birds, wildlife, and bugs were on sabbatical. Can’t wait to see the rise form of a trout.
Thank you & See you on the water,
Charlie Shadan

April Sale –

The March sale was a big success. Now it’s time to launch an April Sale:
1) Purchase any fly rod with a value of $399 or above and receive a free fly line with a value of up to $89.95
2) Purchase any fly reel with a value of $200 or more and get $50 in free leaders and tippet material for the season.
3) Purchase any pair of waders with a value of $200 or more and get a $30 gift certificate for anything you would like from the shop.
4) Purchase any pair of Korkers wading boots during April and get 15 flies of your choice FREE.
This sale is for the month of April 2018. Any purchase from the selection above cannot be used with the yearly rewards program for 2018.

Upcoming Classes –

Check out the classes coming from the shop this spring –
 
1) Sunday, April 22nd – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Cost is $249
2) Sunday, April 28th – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Cost is $249
3) Sunday, October 7th – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Cost is $249
The April Beginners Fly School for the 22nd and the 28th are sold out. This will make a great gift for your child or spouse if you already are an accomplished angler.
Sunday, May 6th – 8:00 am -12:00 pm. Cost is $100
Sunday, May 6th – 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Cost is $100
Waitlist only for both classes. Email if interested in another class.
The shop is always trying to keep up with the pulse of what is happening across the state. Feel free to ask questions, check out the local maps and seek out any info from us that will help you get better at your craft.
April update from Evening Sun Fly Shop

Internet Purchasing Vs. Evening Sun Fly Shop

When you take a look at the rewards program being offered and all the products I carry for your needs, it should become apparent that I’m trying to meet the needs of everyone in the fly fishing community.
Please look closely at the rewards program in conjunction with your purchase needs as I can confidently make the claim that with the rewards program the Evening Sun Fly Shop is the least expensive fly shop in America – Bar none!! There is no fly shop that I know or any conglomerate, mega box store that competes with my prices.
Internet Purchasing Evening Sun Purchasing
Can’t see or touch product See, touch and feel before you buy
Often you pay for freight/shipping No freight/shipping charges
No custom fitting on waders or boots, sunglasses or any item where sizing is critical Try it on before you buy it. Sizing is critical to your purchase
Not usually a knowledgeable, trained person to talk to who has used the product(s) Well skilled, trained people to talk to and explain your needs
Minimal if at all rewards program A rewards program that yields up to 31% for your purchasing. Unheard of in the industry!!!

These are at least 5 reasons to consider calling, stopping in, or e-mailing the shop before you CLICK the mouse. You will help to support a local business that truly cares for you as a client and you will pay no more and always get FREE shipping to your door. Please try us out!!

New Merchandise

Come in and see the line-up of new Redington Rods, new Mystic Rods and new Hardy Rods.The shop selection of reels will catch your eye as well. Pair a rod, reel and line for yourself and see how much fun you can have with your new items as you explore new waters throughout the season(s).

Millers River, Squannacook and Nissitissit River Maps

Get your map of the local rivers – Millers River, Squannacook & Nissitissit that Charlie created. 700+ copies have already sold to date. $9.95 each. They are in stock at the fly shop.

These maps make great gifts