I am starting a new section of this post as the original became somewhat sidetracked. There was a lot of useful information and some beautiful photos, but the original intent of the thread went somewhat awry.

This post has been re-edited. I originally gave two dates to choose from, then added another to fit in two people who couldn't meet those dates. I have set the date at May 18-20, 2018. Having three dates to choose from and four sites to choose from was just too many variables to deal with.

Mason city park - a central location close to several crossings of the Llano; fairly close to South Llano State Park; and not far to the San Saba. We have previous
experience with this park. The hosts are very accomodative. Good facilities are available. All the tent campers will be together and there are
plenty of RV sites. About an hour and a half from the Nueces, Frio, and Sabinal Rivers.

South Llano River State Park - plenty of camp sites, but may be scattered around. Right on the South Llano. About an hour or so to the Nueces or Frio Rivers.
Fairly close access to other Llano crossings. Not far to San Saba.

Lost Maples State Natural Area - located on Sabinal River. Close to Nueces and Frio Rivers. About an hour and a half from Llano.

Garner State Park -Extremely popular park; likely to be crowded. Located on Frio River. If warm enough by April, likely to be a lot of tubers and other floaters on the river. Has nice screened shelters, negating the need for tents. Located between Nueces and Sabinal Rivers.

Nueces River - supposed to be an excellent flyfishing stream, like all the others. Camping would be at one of the other sites.

At this time I am asking that anybody interested in attending please announce yourself. Also indicate your preference for the site of the gathering. I am amenable to any of the sites, but I don't want to make the decision unilaterally.

Larry

Sounds like a fantastic time at some of my favorite places. Unfortunately I won't be able to make it this year.

State parks will take reservations, and if you choose Garner, should be able to block adjacent campsites with sufficient notice.

I’m good in May

mason-
less driving more fishing for those of us coming in Thursday and leaving Sunday

Kurt and I are both in favor of Mason, and since another guy (Dee) will probably be coming with us, that makes three more votes for Mason.

Larry

You would most assuredly be welcome; always ready to meet new people. Besides, with most of our hardcore group that's been meeting for several years, we've already seen and cast all the other guy's rods.

Larry

For some reason, whenever we get together a lot of rods come out for casting comparison. A person might find just the rod he is looking for. Several of us seem to have some surplus to our needs.

Larry

y'all have fun- I'm unable to come on this one.
I left a message with Wabash1967 to see if he can gather up a fly fisher or two and join you.


Les

Les,
gonna miss ya

I'll probably be hammock camping again

I made my reservation at Mason City Park this morning. I will be setting up next to the tent camping area. Brenda Mueller, one of the camp hosts, said they would leave 3 or 4 RV sites closest to the tent camping area available for those bringing RV's. I will be arriving on May 15 and stay through to Sunday the 20th. I know a few others will likewise show up early.

TO MAKE RESERVATIONS call: 1-325-347-2064. No payment in advance. They will take cash or credit card on arrival. She did mention that with a credit card there is a small surcharge (approx. 2.5% of the total) When you make your reservations, tell them you will be there for the HILL COUNTRY FLYFISHING event so they will know to put everybody in the same area. When you call you may have to leave a message, but they will call you back. Don't reject the call if you see WEST CENTRAL WI show up on your caller ID. I almost missed the call back until I noticed the number.

The camp hosts, Corky and Brenda Mueller, are very nice people and made our stay there in 2015 very pleasant. The park offers 30 and 50 amp electrical connections for RV's. Water and electricity are available in the tent camping area. There are two shower houses and a small laundry facility. They keep the park very clean.

Larry

Those who haven't made reservations early should probably do so. Mrs. Mueller said if we can get our spots reserved early we can all stay in one general area instead of being spread out. Again, payment is not due until you arrive, and you can always cancel at any time if something comes up.

Larry