Club Meetings, Trips & Events
This is a list of all upcoming events, shown in chronological order. Want to see events sorted by the event type? Visit our calendar.
4 Mile Run Kaya Clean Up Fishing Trip
Join CWA for a River Clean Up in Alexandria, Virginia
Trip Overview
This is your opportunity to give back to your community! The Kayak trash clean up on 4 mile run in Alexandria, VA is in conjunction with the 4 mile run conservatory.
Kayaks and clean up tools will be provided for everyone to use however, it is recommend to bring gloves to keep hands clean during the clean up. Also, bring your water bottle! There will be a water cooler to fill your bottle up when it gets low.
Lunch will be provided after the clean up. Lost Dog Cafe will deliver pizza to us at the boat launch (gluten free and regular options will be available).
You can fish 4 mile run before or after the clean up on your own. It's recommended that you wear waders in the water.
What is Included?
Kayaks
Cleaning tools
Lunch
What is Not Included?
Fishing equipment (DIY after the river clean up)
Fishing License Requirements
If you fish, you are required to have a valid Virginia fishing license
Trip Lead
This trip is being led by Laura.
Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders Casting Church
Join Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders as they host their famous Casting Church from 9:00am – 11:00 am the second Sunday of every month.
The group meets at the Fletchers Cove Boathouse.
No registration required. Just show up and practice your cast with the experts.
Check out their website for more information: https://www.tpfr.org/
Virtual Meeting with Matt Miles
Join CWA for our Virtual Meeting / Q&A - Featuring Matt Miles
Renown Virginia-based guide Matt Miles (https://www.mattmilesflyfishing.com) will join us for a conversation about reading rivers, fly selection, and how to get the most out of your time on the water — whether you’re brand new to the fly or you’ve been at it for years.
There will be time for your questions.
This is a great chance to learn from one of the best and get ready for your upcoming fishing adventures with personalized advice from a pro.
Register to attend this free event by completing the form below.
Monthly Fly Tying Session
These sessions occur the 3rd Thursday of every month, are free, and open to members/guests from CWA, SVTU, and IWLAR.
Classes will be held in a combined format of “in-person” and “ZOOM”.
Tiers are encouraged to bring their own vices and material, however, materials and tools can be available for the “in-person” sessions if notice is given ahead of time. At the end of each session, announcements will be made as to what fly will be tied next and what materials will be needed for the next month’s tying session. All skill levels welcome!
People should register with enough of time ahead of the event to get the recipes and gather materials before the class so they can tie along. Otherwise, observers are also welcome!
Where In-Person: Izaak Walton League, 18301 Waring Station Rd, Germantown, MD 20874
Where Virtually: Zoom Link
Questions? Please reach out to Norma Kawecki
Goose Creek Casting Club
This group was founded by long time local fly fishers Terry Cummings and Chuck Abbot.
They meet on the 3rd Sunday of every month to focus on the improvement of fly casting skills.
Everyone welcome — beginner to advanced. All techniques welcome — including spey casting techniques, hauling and casting in inclement weather.
No registration is required.
For more information, please see their Facebook Group
Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders Casting Church
Join Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders as they host their famous Casting Church from 9:00am – 11:00 am the second Sunday of every month.
The group meets at the Fletchers Cove Boathouse.
No registration required. Just show up and practice your cast with the experts.
Check out their website for more information: https://www.tpfr.org/
Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders Fly Tying Night
Join TPFR for a Fly Tying Night at The Board Room in Arlington. Social fly-tying event hosted by TPFR every second Monday from 7pm to 9pm at The Board Room (925 N Garfield St, Arlington, VA 22201).
Bring your vise, materials and a thirst for good drink, food and company. If you are new to tying or have never tied before, they will be glad to help you learn.
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
Monthly Fly Tying Session
These sessions occur the 3rd Thursday of every month, are free, and open to members/guests from CWA, SVTU, and IWLAR.
Classes will be held in a combined format of “in-person” and “ZOOM”.
Tiers are encouraged to bring their own vices and material, however, materials and tools can be available for the “in-person” sessions if notice is given ahead of time. At the end of each session, announcements will be made as to what fly will be tied next and what materials will be needed for the next month’s tying session. All skill levels welcome!
People should register with enough of time ahead of the event to get the recipes and gather materials before the class so they can tie along. Otherwise, observers are also welcome!
Where In-Person: Izaak Walton League, 18301 Waring Station Rd, Germantown, MD 20874
Where Virtually: Zoom Link
Questions? Please reach out to Norma Kawecki
Goose Creek Casting Club
This group was founded by long time local fly fishers Terry Cummings and Chuck Abbot.
They meet on the 3rd Sunday of every month to focus on the improvement of fly casting skills.
Everyone welcome — beginner to advanced. All techniques welcome — including spey casting techniques, hauling and casting in inclement weather.
No registration is required.
For more information, please see their Facebook Group
Reel Reads Book Club
Come join us for Reel Reads Book Club
Reel Reads is a CWA members-only book club held monthly that helps to promote of our love of fishing, the outdoors, nature, water, etc. through interesting and engaging books and discussion. In other words, it is an excuse to get together and socialize about our shared love.
When: July 21, 2026 at 7pm
Where: Virtual via Zoom
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85688010601?pwd=5GpEFNTfBav9AWY3M95bAT1N72I4w4.1
Meeting ID: 856 8801 0601
Passcode: 604489
Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders Casting Church
Join Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders as they host their famous Casting Church from 9:00am – 11:00 am the second Sunday of every month.
The group meets at the Fletchers Cove Boathouse.
No registration required. Just show up and practice your cast with the experts.
Check out their website for more information: https://www.tpfr.org/
Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders Fly Tying Night
Join TPFR for a Fly Tying Night at The Board Room in Arlington. Social fly-tying event hosted by TPFR every second Monday from 7pm to 9pm at The Board Room (925 N Garfield St, Arlington, VA 22201).
Bring your vise, materials and a thirst for good drink, food and company. If you are new to tying or have never tied before, they will be glad to help you learn.
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
Goose Creek Casting Club
This group was founded by long time local fly fishers Terry Cummings and Chuck Abbot.
They meet on the 3rd Sunday of every month to focus on the improvement of fly casting skills.
Everyone welcome — beginner to advanced. All techniques welcome — including spey casting techniques, hauling and casting in inclement weather.
No registration is required.
For more information, please see their Facebook Group
Monthly Fly Tying Session
These sessions occur the 3rd Thursday of every month, are free, and open to members/guests from CWA, SVTU, and IWLAR.
Classes will be held in a combined format of “in-person” and “ZOOM”.
Tiers are encouraged to bring their own vices and material, however, materials and tools can be available for the “in-person” sessions if notice is given ahead of time. At the end of each session, announcements will be made as to what fly will be tied next and what materials will be needed for the next month’s tying session. All skill levels welcome!
People should register with enough of time ahead of the event to get the recipes and gather materials before the class so they can tie along. Otherwise, observers are also welcome!
Where In-Person: Izaak Walton League, 18301 Waring Station Rd, Germantown, MD 20874
Where Virtually: Zoom Link
Questions? Please reach out to Norma Kawecki
Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders Casting Church
Join Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders as they host their famous Casting Church from 9:00am – 11:00 am the second Sunday of every month.
The group meets at the Fletchers Cove Boathouse.
No registration required. Just show up and practice your cast with the experts.
Check out their website for more information: https://www.tpfr.org/
Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders Fly Tying Night
Join TPFR for a Fly Tying Night at The Board Room in Arlington. Social fly-tying event hosted by TPFR every second Monday from 7pm to 9pm at The Board Room (925 N Garfield St, Arlington, VA 22201).
Bring your vise, materials and a thirst for good drink, food and company. If you are new to tying or have never tied before, they will be glad to help you learn.
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
Monthly Fly Tying Session
These sessions occur the 3rd Thursday of every month, are free, and open to members/guests from CWA, SVTU, and IWLAR.
Classes will be held in a combined format of “in-person” and “ZOOM”.
Tiers are encouraged to bring their own vices and material, however, materials and tools can be available for the “in-person” sessions if notice is given ahead of time. At the end of each session, announcements will be made as to what fly will be tied next and what materials will be needed for the next month’s tying session. All skill levels welcome!
People should register with enough of time ahead of the event to get the recipes and gather materials before the class so they can tie along. Otherwise, observers are also welcome!
Where In-Person: Izaak Walton League, 18301 Waring Station Rd, Germantown, MD 20874
Where Virtually: Zoom Link
Questions? Please reach out to Norma Kawecki
Goose Creek Casting Club
This group was founded by long time local fly fishers Terry Cummings and Chuck Abbot.
They meet on the 3rd Sunday of every month to focus on the improvement of fly casting skills.
Everyone welcome — beginner to advanced. All techniques welcome — including spey casting techniques, hauling and casting in inclement weather.
No registration is required.
For more information, please see their Facebook Group
Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders Casting Church
Join Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders as they host their famous Casting Church from 9:00am – 11:00 am the second Sunday of every month.
The group meets at the Fletchers Cove Boathouse.
No registration required. Just show up and practice your cast with the experts.
Check out their website for more information: https://www.tpfr.org/
Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders Fly Tying Night
Join TPFR for a Fly Tying Night at The Board Room in Arlington. Social fly-tying event hosted by TPFR every second Monday from 7pm to 9pm at The Board Room (925 N Garfield St, Arlington, VA 22201).
Bring your vise, materials and a thirst for good drink, food and company. If you are new to tying or have never tied before, they will be glad to help you learn.
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
Monthly Fly Tying Session
These sessions occur the 3rd Thursday of every month, are free, and open to members/guests from CWA, SVTU, and IWLAR.
Classes will be held in a combined format of “in-person” and “ZOOM”.
Tiers are encouraged to bring their own vices and material, however, materials and tools can be available for the “in-person” sessions if notice is given ahead of time. At the end of each session, announcements will be made as to what fly will be tied next and what materials will be needed for the next month’s tying session. All skill levels welcome!
People should register with enough of time ahead of the event to get the recipes and gather materials before the class so they can tie along. Otherwise, observers are also welcome!
Where In-Person: Izaak Walton League, 18301 Waring Station Rd, Germantown, MD 20874
Where Virtually: Zoom Link
Questions? Please reach out to Norma Kawecki
Goose Creek Casting Club
This group was founded by long time local fly fishers Terry Cummings and Chuck Abbot.
They meet on the 3rd Sunday of every month to focus on the improvement of fly casting skills.
Everyone welcome — beginner to advanced. All techniques welcome — including spey casting techniques, hauling and casting in inclement weather.
No registration is required.
For more information, please see their Facebook Group
Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders Casting Church
Join Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders as they host their famous Casting Church from 9:00am – 11:00 am the second Sunday of every month.
The group meets at the Fletchers Cove Boathouse.
No registration required. Just show up and practice your cast with the experts.
Check out their website for more information: https://www.tpfr.org/
Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders Fly Tying Night
Join TPFR for a Fly Tying Night at The Board Room in Arlington. Social fly-tying event hosted by TPFR every second Monday from 7pm to 9pm at The Board Room (925 N Garfield St, Arlington, VA 22201).
Bring your vise, materials and a thirst for good drink, food and company. If you are new to tying or have never tied before, they will be glad to help you learn.
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
Goose Creek Casting Club
This group was founded by long time local fly fishers Terry Cummings and Chuck Abbot.
They meet on the 3rd Sunday of every month to focus on the improvement of fly casting skills.
Everyone welcome — beginner to advanced. All techniques welcome — including spey casting techniques, hauling and casting in inclement weather.
No registration is required.
For more information, please see their Facebook Group
Monthly Fly Tying Session
These sessions occur the 3rd Thursday of every month, are free, and open to members/guests from CWA, SVTU, and IWLAR.
Classes will be held in a combined format of “in-person” and “ZOOM”.
Tiers are encouraged to bring their own vices and material, however, materials and tools can be available for the “in-person” sessions if notice is given ahead of time. At the end of each session, announcements will be made as to what fly will be tied next and what materials will be needed for the next month’s tying session. All skill levels welcome!
People should register with enough of time ahead of the event to get the recipes and gather materials before the class so they can tie along. Otherwise, observers are also welcome!
Where In-Person: Izaak Walton League, 18301 Waring Station Rd, Germantown, MD 20874
Where Virtually: Zoom Link
Questions? Please reach out to Norma Kawecki
Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders Casting Church
Join Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders as they host their famous Casting Church from 9:00am – 11:00 am the second Sunday of every month.
The group meets at the Fletchers Cove Boathouse.
No registration required. Just show up and practice your cast with the experts.
Check out their website for more information: https://www.tpfr.org/
Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders Fly Tying Night
Join TPFR for a Fly Tying Night at The Board Room in Arlington. Social fly-tying event hosted by TPFR every second Monday from 7pm to 9pm at The Board Room (925 N Garfield St, Arlington, VA 22201).
Bring your vise, materials and a thirst for good drink, food and company. If you are new to tying or have never tied before, they will be glad to help you learn.
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
Monthly Fly Tying Session
These sessions occur the 3rd Thursday of every month, are free, and open to members/guests from CWA, SVTU, and IWLAR.
Classes will be held in a combined format of “in-person” and “ZOOM”.
Tiers are encouraged to bring their own vices and material, however, materials and tools can be available for the “in-person” sessions if notice is given ahead of time. At the end of each session, announcements will be made as to what fly will be tied next and what materials will be needed for the next month’s tying session. All skill levels welcome!
People should register with enough of time ahead of the event to get the recipes and gather materials before the class so they can tie along. Otherwise, observers are also welcome!
Where In-Person: Izaak Walton League, 18301 Waring Station Rd, Germantown, MD 20874
Where Virtually: Zoom Link
Questions? Please reach out to Norma Kawecki
Goose Creek Casting Club
This group was founded by long time local fly fishers Terry Cummings and Chuck Abbot.
They meet on the 3rd Sunday of every month to focus on the improvement of fly casting skills.
Everyone welcome — beginner to advanced. All techniques welcome — including spey casting techniques, hauling and casting in inclement weather.
No registration is required.
For more information, please see their Facebook Group
Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders Fly Tying Night
Join TPFR for a Fly Tying Night at The Board Room in Arlington. Social fly-tying event hosted by TPFR every second Monday from 7pm to 9pm at The Board Room (925 N Garfield St, Arlington, VA 22201).
Bring your vise, materials and a thirst for good drink, food and company. If you are new to tying or have never tied before, they will be glad to help you learn.
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
Euro Nymphing Clinic
Euro Nymphing Clinic with Tight Lining MD
Learn the technique of Euro nymphing in a small group experience from guide Mike Slepesky from Tight Lining MD. Open to 6-7 anglers of all levels of experience. Deadline for registration is May 9, 2026.
Cost: $250/pp
When: June 7th, 2026 starting at 6:45am
Where: Gunpowder River, MD
Includes: Mike will provide on and off the water instruction in small groups (2-3 anglers) and all nymphing gear and set ups (unless you have your own, in which case, you can use it). The session will begin with 4 hours of on-the-water instruction and wrap up with a 2-hour sit-down portion at Manor Tavern in Monkton where you can enjoy lunch if you choose. Must have your own boots/waders and a current MD fishing license with trout stamp. Pay directly to tightliningmd.com via PayPal or Venmo.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Denise
Monthly Fly Tying Session
These sessions occur the 3rd Thursday of every month, are free, and open to members/guests from CWA, SVTU, and IWLAR.
Classes will be held in a combined format of “in-person” and “ZOOM”.
Tiers are encouraged to bring their own vices and material, however, materials and tools can be available for the “in-person” sessions if notice is given ahead of time. At the end of each session, announcements will be made as to what fly will be tied next and what materials will be needed for the next month’s tying session. All skill levels welcome!
People should register with enough of time ahead of the event to get the recipes and gather materials before the class so they can tie along. Otherwise, observers are also welcome!
Where In-Person: Izaak Walton League, 18301 Waring Station Rd, Germantown, MD 20874
Where Virtually: Zoom Link
Questions? Please reach out to Norma Kawecki
Goose Creek Casting Club
This group was founded by long time local fly fishers Terry Cummings and Chuck Abbot.
They meet on the 3rd Sunday of every month to focus on the improvement of fly casting skills.
Everyone welcome — beginner to advanced. All techniques welcome — including spey casting techniques, hauling and casting in inclement weather.
No registration is required.
For more information, please see their Facebook Group
Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders Fly Tying Night
Join TPFR for a Fly Tying Night at The Board Room in Arlington. Social fly-tying event hosted by TPFR every second Monday from 7pm to 9pm at The Board Room (925 N Garfield St, Arlington, VA 22201).
Bring your vise, materials and a thirst for good drink, food and company. If you are new to tying or have never tied before, they will be glad to help you learn.
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders Casting Church
Join Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders as they host their famous Casting Church from 9:00am – 11:00 am the second Sunday of every month.
The group meets at the Fletchers Cove Boathouse.
No registration required. Just show up and practice your cast with the experts.
Check out their website for more information: https://www.tpfr.org/
Goose Creek Casting Club
This group was founded by long time local fly fishers Terry Cummings and Chuck Abbot.
They meet on the 3rd Sunday of every month to focus on the improvement of fly casting skills.
Everyone welcome — beginner to advanced. All techniques welcome — including spey casting techniques, hauling and casting in inclement weather.
No registration is required.
For more information, please see their Facebook Group
Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders Fly Tying Night
Join TPFR for a Fly Tying Night at The Board Room in Arlington. Social fly-tying event hosted by TPFR every second Monday from 7pm to 9pm at The Board Room (925 N Garfield St, Arlington, VA 22201).
Bring your vise, materials and a thirst for good drink, food and company. If you are new to tying or have never tied before, they will be glad to help you learn.
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders Casting Church
Join Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders as they host their famous Casting Church from 9:00am – 11:00 am the second Sunday of every month.
The group meets at the Fletchers Cove Boathouse.
No registration required. Just show up and practice your cast with the experts.
Check out their website for more information: https://www.tpfr.org/
Goose Creek Casting Club
This group was founded by long time local fly fishers Terry Cummings and Chuck Abbot.
They meet on the 3rd Sunday of every month to focus on the improvement of fly casting skills.
Everyone welcome — beginner to advanced. All techniques welcome — including spey casting techniques, hauling and casting in inclement weather.
No registration is required.
For more information, please see their Facebook Group
Lancaster Fly Fishing Show
It took us a while but we are finally going to have a table at the annual Lancaster Fly Fishing show! We are very excited about this and would love to have a group to help work the CWA booth for both days to promote our club. This is one of the largest Fly Shows in our area and heavily attended. The Lancaster Fly Fishing Show offers a comprehensive experience for anglers:
Exhibitors & Gear: See and buy new fly rods, reels, apparel, boots, and accessories from national and local vendors, with opportunities to test gear.
Instruction: Learn from renowned experts in free seminars and paid classes on techniques like nymphing, dry fly, streamer fishing, casting, knot tying, and entomology.
Demonstrations: Watch live fly tying and casting demonstrations, including specialized techniques like Tenkara casting.
Seminars & Presentations: Attend talks on reading water, understanding fish behavior, and exploring new fishing destinations.
Community: Connect with other passionate anglers, guides, and industry professionals.
Special Features: Look for the Lure Tank (at some shows) to see lures in action, and find art and vacation planning resources.
Cost: Adults $20 for one day, $35 for two day entry
Monthly Fly Tying Session
These sessions occur the 3rd Thursday of every month, are free, and open to members/guests from CWA, SVTU, and IWLAR.
Classes will be held in a combined format of “in-person” and “ZOOM”.
Tiers are encouraged to bring their own vices and material, however, materials and tools can be available for the “in-person” sessions if notice is given ahead of time. At the end of each session, announcements will be made as to what fly will be tied next and what materials will be needed for the next month’s tying session. All skill levels welcome!
People should register with enough of time ahead of the event to get the recipes and gather materials before the class so they can tie along. Otherwise, observers are also welcome!
Where In-Person: Izaak Walton League, 18301 Waring Station Rd, Germantown, MD 20874
Where Virtually: Zoom Link
Questions? Please reach out to Norma Kawecki
Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders Fly Tying Night
Join TPFR for a Fly Tying Night at The Board Room in Arlington. Social fly-tying event hosted by TPFR every second Monday from 7pm to 9pm at The Board Room (925 N Garfield St, Arlington, VA 22201).
Bring your vise, materials and a thirst for good drink, food and company. If you are new to tying or have never tied before, they will be glad to help you learn.
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders Casting Church
Join Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders as they host their famous Casting Church from 9:00am – 11:00 am the second Sunday of every month.
The group meets at the Fletchers Cove Boathouse.
No registration required. Just show up and practice your cast with the experts.
Check out their website for more information: https://www.tpfr.org/
Monthly Fly Tying Session
These sessions occur the 3rd Thursday of every month, are free, and open to members/guests from CWA, SVTU, and IWLAR.
Classes will be held in a combined format of “in-person” and “ZOOM”.
Tiers are encouraged to bring their own vices and material, however, materials and tools can be available for the “in-person” sessions if notice is given ahead of time. At the end of each session, announcements will be made as to what fly will be tied next and what materials will be needed for the next month’s tying session. All skill levels welcome!
People should register with enough of time ahead of the event to get the recipes and gather materials before the class so they can tie along. Otherwise, observers are also welcome!
Where In-Person: Izaak Walton League, 18301 Waring Station Rd, Germantown, MD 20874
Where Virtually: Zoom Link
Questions? Please reach out to Norma Kawecki
Goose Creek Casting Club
This group was founded by long time local fly fishers Terry Cummings and Chuck Abbot.
They meet on the 3rd Sunday of every month to focus on the improvement of fly casting skills.
Everyone welcome — beginner to advanced. All techniques welcome — including spey casting techniques, hauling and casting in inclement weather.
No registration is required.
For more information, please see their Facebook Group
Trout Unlimited Rapidan Fly Show
This is a small local fly show where you can find collector items, information on conservation in Virginia.
Fly Tying gear and flies for sale along with special presentations and great drawings!
Please register to help with working at the CWA booth to promote our club!
Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders Fly Tying Night
Join TPFR for a Fly Tying Night at The Board Room in Arlington. Social fly-tying event hosted by TPFR every second Monday from 7pm to 9pm at The Board Room (925 N Garfield St, Arlington, VA 22201).
Bring your vise, materials and a thirst for good drink, food and company. If you are new to tying or have never tied before, they will be glad to help you learn.
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!