I met Rich Loborvich in a hotel room in Idaho Falls with a few other friends that are members of the Tracy FlyFishers during the weekend of the Expo. Considering the time of night, etc. I'm not sure how or why he remembered me, but he did.

Rich was kind enough to invite me to join the club (he is a founding member) on their annual blow-out, this year at Kistler Ranch. Rich was a wonderful host, very knowledgeable fly fisher, great guide and knew where the good restaurant was.

The club knows how to do these things right and it was a terrific day. Several of my fly tying friends are members of the Tracy club and this was the first opportunity for me to enjoy their company and fish with them outside of a fly tying venue. 2 of them, Steve Potter and Ben Byng barbequed the tri-tip which was as close to perfection as you can get.

I didn't catch any fish but I still left with a smile. Thanks to Rich and all the Tracy Flyfishers for a very enjoyable weekend.

Tracy Flyfishers at Kistler Ranch