The REEL Deal!

In the spirit of all things environmental this month, Wellspring residents were treated to an afternoon of fun in the sun with the world's most knowledgeable fly-fishing entomologist, Greg Hoover. Widely-acknowledged as such, Hoover teaches entomology at Penn State, and serves as the faculty advisor to the Penn State Fly Fishing Club. He was the recipient of the George Harvey Award for unselfishly promoting the sport of fly fishing through teaching of others, and is the co-author of the book, Great Rivers, Great Hatches. Perhaps his greatest claim to fame around here, however, is the fact that he's Connections Director, Kaitlin Hoover's father.

Hoover spoke to residents about the sport of fly fishing itself, some key influences in the sport, and showed the flies (made of different materials to mimic a real insect) that are used to lure fish in for the big catch. He also talked about set up of the fly fishing rod and reel, and offered a little "Casting 101" for those interested. Thanks for a great day, Greg!