A Prolific writer and Photographer in numerous fly fishing publications  over the last 20 years.  Chip has worked as a full time guide, Regional Manager for California Trout,  and a paid consultant for California Department of Fish and Game.

He is a FFF Certified Casting Instructor who sends his time between fishing trips teaching high school English.  Although Chip claims to have moved to Oregon because he caught every trout in California, it was really for a woman.

Treasurer– Steve John

I’ve been fly fishing for about 6 years and joined the Santiam Flycasters in 2005 primarily for the outings and years of knowledge that I could learn from.  Since then I have learned new spots, learned to tie better flies, made new friends, and took the opportunity to get involved as Treasurer.  Don’t be afraid to ask question or get involved in projects.  You will take away memories for a lifetime!

Secretary– Ken Karnosh

I have fished for over 50 years, have fished with and tied some flies for about 30 years, but have come to truly enjoy fly-fishing in the past 10 years.  I especially enjoy fishing lakes in my float tube or pontoon boat for trout and warm water fish.  I attend several Flycasters meeting over the years and became a member several years ago, because I enjoyed the meetings, presentations, and the outing sounded like fun.  The Outings are really enjoyable with plenty of fishing opportunities, lots of food, and chances to learn new fishing spots and catching tips.  Now I, need to convince my wife Sue, to take her fly rod along with her book to cruise the lakes in her pontoon boat.

Board Members

Newsletter Editor– Laura Tesler

Concessions– Richard Newell

I started fly fishing not long after I returned to Oregon after a six-year visit to California. I found out about Santiam Flycasters from one of the fly shops. I joined primarily to get information on fly-fishing destinations. I've been a member since 1995. I remember my first outing was the October Deschutes River outing where I had my first tug from a steelhead. I took over from Ron as the Newsletter Editor for a few years as a non-board member. Eventually I officially joined the Board as Editor. In 1992 I was voted in as the Vice President. I am currently serving the Board as "Donut Dude", in charge of concessions.

Raffle– Leslie Muller & Laura Vogt

FFF Representative– Bob Gabler

I have been fly fishing for 62 years.  I started fishing for crappie and trout around Baltimore.  Since the beginning I have fished all over Maryland first in fresh water and later in saltwater.  While in school in Florida I fished for bass around Tallahassee, Fort Walton, and Destin.  I also did some saltwater fishing in the Florida Keys.  Since coming to Oregon, I have fished all over the state.  I was tying flies at the Outdoor show in Portland and at Seaside when the conclave was there.

Auction Coordinator- Craig Knoll

I've been a member for a while I can't really remember when I started.  Truthfully I can's remember like before the club.  It's kind of nice to have a past teacher on the board with you and have your 20 plus year fishing buddy with you also.  In the last few years I have attended almost every outing and have grown into my fly-fishing since then.  I tie and cast to catch fish, if you know what I mean.  I'm still in search for a 30" plus inch native rainbow, only 1/2" to go.

Lee Erickson

I have been in the Santiam Flycasters for over 4 years.  I enjoy fly-fishing for trout, steelhead and bass.  I build custom fly rods and tie fishing quality flies.  I run my drift boat, jet sled or pontoon boat, depending on the body of water.  I enjoy Santiam Flycasters activities, especially the club outings, camping trips and potlucks.

Conservation Officers- Howard Palmer