Canadian Cane

This years list of presenters at Canadian Cane 2009

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Canadian Cane is hosting it's eighth gathering on the Grand River. Why Canadian Cane? You will meet an eclectic mix of wonderful people with a common interest. Handcrafted split cane fly rods. Be a part of the renaissance of rod building, a 150 year old tradition being revived by the people that attend this gathering. Have a look at the photograph below, all sizes and shapes and genders represented, even dogs are welcome, what could be better?

This could be you in the 2009 photograph!
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Presentations, and hands-on discussions and casting bamboo rods will encompass much of the weekend, and if Garrison's math is not for you, there is a stocked pond (pellet flies not provided).
Come and meet 75 enthusiasts with the same affliction as you. Share a soup, sandwich, and what's new from your basement hideaway with other rodmakers. Shopping, restaurants and other attractions make for the perfect husband and wife weekend.

Saturday and Sunday, Memorial Day Weekend
May 23 and 24, 2009

Belwood Lake Conservation Area, Grand River, Fergus, Ontario Canada
The registration fee for 2009 $ 80.00 Includes 2-day admission and lunches, breakfasts and a we will be providing a Saturday dinner in a different way (get together). Total registration is limited to a first-come, first-serve basis. This is a non-profit event run by local rodbuilder volunteers.

Registration information should be directed to Carl O'Connor:
13121 Keele Street, King City, Ontario, Canada. L7B 1G1
tel: (905) 833-4119
email:carloconnor@rogers.com

James Bond can be reached at js_bond@sympatico.ca
Jorge Carcao can be reached at jcarcao@gmail.com

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