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.
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