05/27/2026
What started in 2006 as a small group of friends tying flies for a youth camp has grown into something remarkable.
The Tie-a-Thon has now donated more than 360,000 flies to organizations supporting youth programs, veterans, cancer recovery, and conservation education across the country.
One line from the article especially stood out to us:
“Every time the mail comes, it feels like Christmas.”
This August, Deer Creek Sports & Conservation Club will be joining that spirit of generosity through our own Tie-In event in support of the Tie-a-Thon effort.
It’s not really about tying perfect flies.
It’s about people gathering around tables, sharing skills, telling stories, and creating something that may eventually encourage someone they will never even meet.
One fly at a time can still make a difference.
Article: “Tie-a-Thon’s 20th Anniversary is a Testament to Generosity’s Immortal Spirit” by Robert John Pales, published in American Fly Fishing magazine.
Learn more about the national effort at
It Started with a Challenge…100 Flies for a Cause Learn More We support fly fishing organizations around the world through the art of Fly Tying.The Tie-a-thon was co-founded by Terry Wittorp and Tim Scott in 2006 with the goal to raise as many flies as possible for the Kalamazoo (Michigan) Valley ...
