But today, for a limited time (until the only 3 open membership spots fill up) you too can seize the exciting opportunity to save yourself from the city, and enjoy the best fly-fishing experience while you’re at it.
Although our Club Pro, Ian Colin James, - an accomplished professional fly tier with flies sold worldwide and his fly tying artistry showcased in volume #3 of the prestigious Flytyers of the World by Steve Thornton - is a wealth of fishing knowledge, the collective expertise of our members is equally impressive. The Franklin Club is very fortunate to have such experienced and talented individuals. Thus at The Franklin Club not only is the fly-fishing first-class, so are the fishermen.
As space is limited to 200 members, The Franklin Club boasts a strong sense of camaraderie. You’re welcome to apply today, but space in the exclusive club won’t be open for much longer. So if you’re near Toronto and serious about finding a great place to cast a fly and exchange top tier fishing expertise, you should strongly consider applying to join the Franklin Club.
What Kind of Fishing Can I do, Exactly?
The Franklin Club is a fly-fishing dream for the eager Toronto angler. The Club is located on 200 acres of Ontario’s finest land. The Club owns Franklin Lake, Harrison and Douglass Ponds as well as all the surrounding property and woodlands.
Situated within the Lake Simcoe watershed, the fly-fishing sanctuary is protected in the Oak Ridges Moraine. Combined with natural springs, this environment provides the ideal water source for the breeding and maintenance of fish. The Franklin Club is ideally positioned for Toronto area fly-fishing.
Fishing takes place on the twenty-two acre Franklin Lake and its adjoining ponds. Members and guests are welcome to fish from the well-maintained shoreline, from platforms, the dock or the bridge. Should you join, you may also opt to use traditional flat-bottomed rowing punts. Here’s the thing: No matter how you like to fish, you’ll find it at the Franklin Club.
Remember: This is your personal escape from city stress. It’d better be perfect.
That’s why members are encouraged to bring family, friends and business associates to share in the clubs excellent fishing experience. Recent catches have included a 9 pound, 28-inch Rainbow Trout! Speckled Trout average 14-16 inches around here, easily weighing up to 4 pounds. How could you pass that up? And of course there’s a fish cleaning station located near the boat docks. For your convenience you’ll find the station stocked with knives, honing block, plastic bags, waste disposal and running water. Both Harrison and Douglass Ponds are reserved exclusively for fly-fishing. The ponds were named in honour of respected Club members who believed that dry fly-fishing represented the ultimate in angling. If you love fly-fishing and you live in Toronto, you should seriously consider this exclusive opportunity to join The Franklin Club. Because it gets even better.
Bring Family and Friends Fly-Fishing!
Despite all of this natural beauty, Toronto’s premier fly-fishing club is only 45 minutes North of the city. You can be there in a flash. Beyond fishing, this exclusive Toronto club extends its activities to the art of fly tying, with resident experts lending a hand to novice and expert anglers alike.
The Franklin Club provides the perfect escape for fly fishermen and their families.
Your spouse and kids will love our special events like kids fishing derbies, member art shows and delicious holiday dinners. In the winter, have a warm (or cold) drink and hang a rod in the icy water. Your kids can skate on the lake or ski and snowshoe in the surrounding woodland trails. The Franklin Club boasts a relaxing lounge, an open-hearth wood burning fireplace, and indeed, something for everyone.
So if you’re still feeling sick of city smog and tired of tedious traffic, you and your family are invited to escape and join the privileged few. I don’t know why you wouldn’t. After all, this is your one chance to capitalize on the fantastic Toronto area Fly Fishing of The Franklin Club.
To take advantage of this once-in-a-decade opportunity, simply download this application (link), print it off, fill it out, and return it to me by mail fax or scan. And if you have any questions about completing your application you’ree invited to call me personally at….
I’ll be happy to help you in every way.
I’ve tried to give you an accurate look at what you’ll experience by Fly Fishing at The Franklin Club.
Cordially,
Jim Oosterbroek
General Manager
The Franlklin Club – Specialists in Toronto Fly Fishing