Salem Chapter Northwest Steelheaders
Newsletter for May 2025
Next Membership Meeting Scheduled for May 20th
Our May 20th meeting will feature a program by Bernie Hoene, one of our own members, about the “Take a Veteran Fishing” organization and their annual event at Odell Lake. TAVF is a 501-C3 organization and their primary focus is interacting with veterans contemplating suicide or dealing with PTSD issues. This event is their 14th year in operation and will be held at the Shelter Cove Resort & Marina on the weekend of July 11th & 12th. Bernie has proudly served as the President of TAVF for the past ten years.
Bernie Hoene fishing on Odell Lake. More information about the TAVF Program is available at: takeaveteranfishingatatodelllake.org
Dinner Party to Benefit Salem Free Clinics on April 25th a Success
Many thanks to our members who participated in the “Steelhead Party” for the benefit of Salem Free Clinics on April 25th at the All Good Things Restaurant in Aumsville. The event was attended by 21 people including members of the Salem Steelheaders, North Santiam River Guides Association, Mid-Willamette Valley Anglers Club and the Oregon Coastal Conservation Association. Several donations including $500 in cash were raised at the event. The volunteers and staff of Salem Free Clinics are very grateful for the support which they received.
“Learn to Fish” Event Held at Keizer Rapids Park on May 10th
The third annual “Learn to Fish” event hosted by the City of Keizer was held at Keizer Rapids Park on Saturday, May 10th. A total of 54 kids with their family members attended and learned many new fishing related skills at six volunteer staffed stations. Volunteers from our Salem Steelheaders Chapter helped to staff the “Knot-Tying and Rigging Station” and included Bob Johnston, Larry Bond and Mike Ferris.
The “Knot-Tying and Rigging” Station at the City of Keizer’s Our River – Learn to Fish Event
Reminder Notice for Membership Dues
If you need to pay your annual membership dues, attached below is a Membership Form for your convenience. Please return your completed form and dues payment to:
Linda Chezem – Treasurer
663 Rockwood St. SE
Salem, OR. 97306
Submitted by Mike Ferris
Salem Chapter Secretary
