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Our 40th annual Montreal Spring Banquet is happening next week on April 17th at Le WindsorBallrooms!
As part of the live auction, we have 1st class angling adventures and a few “special” items. Register today for the dinner or you can place an absentee bid by contacting Charles Cusson with your maximum bid amount at 514.926.1412 before noon on April 17th.
See items below:
LA 1 JON EGGLESTON SELECTION OF CALIFORNIA RED WINES
Three bottles of 2014 vintage Opus One wine plus a bottle of “Overture” wine which is the second wine of Opus One. Originally created in 1993, and for many years thereafter, it was only available at the Opus One winery. It is a multi-vintage wine made from a blend of five (5) classic Bordeaux varieties and aged for eighteen (18) months in French Oak.
Donor: Jon R. Eggleston
LA 2 MATAPEDIA SALMON FISHING
Two rods will enjoy fishing the Matapedia River during prime time for two days, July 17 and 18 2024
in the Glen Emma sector. Trip includes access to the river and guiding services.
Donor: CGRMP (Corporation de gestion des rivières Matapédia et Patapédia)
LA 3 SALMON FISHING ON THE CAUSAPSCAL RIVER
The CGRMP is contributing once again to the success of the Montreal Spring Banquet. “The Causap”, a moniker given to her by anglers the world over is sought after on a yearly basis due to its short season and reliable early run of large wild Atlantic salmon. This prolific tributary of the Matapedia delivers memories that imprints in anglers’ minds for a lifetime.
The trip consists of 2 days of fishing in sector 2, for 2 anglers during the 2025 season, the dates are to be chosen by the winning bidder. Includes access and guided fishing. the dates must be chosen prior to October 31st, 2024.
Don’t pass up on this very rare offer. Tight Lines!
Donor: CGRMP
LA 4 THOMAS MCGUANE BOGDAN REEL
This reel has quite the history related prior to its being auctioned here in Montreal this evening. Neither McGuane’s Bogdan, nor the split-bamboo fly rod it came with, were present at a fly-fishing dinner and auction (in Los Angeles) 45 years ago.
The donor states: “The bidding was made on a sight-unseen basis, for both the rod and reel. The reel was, and I figured that it would command quite a high price. And I had never heard of Tom McGuane (45 years ago). But, just for the heck of it, I raised my hand, and registered a bid of $125 45 years ago, $125 (to me) was a lot of money.”
“The auctioneer started droning the usual auction type chant, and I waited for another bid to show up — I would go a little higher, if necessary. But, to my amazement, there was no other bid — I guess that no angler at the dinner knew what a Bogdan reel was worth, nor did they want to bid on something that they could not see first. And they did not know who McGuane was either — he was an unknown writer at the time.”
“The word went around the western fly-fishing world that I had bought (won) this fly rod and reel, and about two months later, I got a phone call from Portland, Oregon. I did not know the person, but he quickly told me that he had heard of the auction and was interested in my purchase. The unknown caller was interested in the rod, and not the Bogdan reel!!! I described the rod over the phone, and, to my amazement, he offered $200 for it, which I quickly accepted — I had just made a profit of $75, and still had the Bogdan. And, according to eBay, those same size (and age) Bogdans are selling for over $6,000 today.”
This engraved reel with such a great story is a Model 0 right hand reel and includes a handwritten letter from the original owner.
Donor: Ben Taylor
LA 5 SALMON FISHING – CASCAPEDIA RIVER
This is the dream trip, two anglers for four consecutive days of your choosing during the 2025
season in sectors (one day in each sector) B, C, D, E and your choice of pools in those sectors.
Guide services are included, and the dates must be chosen prior to November 1, 2024.
Donor: Sipuminu Society
LA 6 HAWKE RIVER LODGE – LABRADOR
At Hawke River Lodge, whether you’re new to angling or a seasoned pro, you’ll discover abundant opportunities for both wet and dry fly fishing on the Northwest Feeder and Hawke River. Each day brings a new adventure as you navigate the rivers’ beats. Your experience at Hawke River with its pristine wilderness and impressive Atlantic Salmon runs will be nothing short of unforgettable.
The trip for 2 anglers from June 24th to 30th 2024 includes return float plane transportation Charlottetown Labrador to the camp, fishing licenses, all meals, snacks, lodging, guiding (one per two anglers) and Starlink Wi-Fi. Alcoholic beverages and gratuities are not included.
Please note that guests are responsible for their transportation to Charlottetown, Labrador, and liquor and gratuities are not included.
Donor: Hawke River Lodge
LA 7 SALMON FISHING – POURVOIRIE MOISIE-NIPISSIS
The Innu community of Uashat mak Mani-Utenam and Atlantic salmon can’t be stopped by a forest fire. In the wake of the devastating events of June 2023, the owners of the camp located on the banks of the Mishta-shipu River decided their sport fishing offering would continue until the reconstruction of the facilities was completed.
For the 2024 Montreal Spring Banquet, they generously offer a package for 3 anglers from July 1 (noon) to 4th (noon) which represents 3 days of angling over 4. The package includes daily return helicopter transportation from Sept-Iles to the 13.5-mile pool and the other exclusive sectors including the “Cran serré”, guiding service and daily noon-time meals. Lodging is at the discretion of the anglers. Tips are not included.
Donor: Pourvoirie Moisie-Nipissis
LA 8 COLD SPRING CAMP – MATAPEDIA RIVER
Four anglers for three days (over 4) on the Matapédia River from the afternoon of August 27th to the morning of August 30, 2024. Come and enjoy an unforgettable fishing trip at well-known Cold Spring Camp—situated in Québec’s beautiful Gaspé Region along the banks of the Matapédia River. The lucky anglers will fish for three days on the club’s 14 kms of private water. Includes guided fishing, all meals, and accommodations.
Donor: Cold Spring Camp
LA 9 ATLANTIC SALMON FISHING THE CLUB ON THE BONAVENTURE
This is a great and memorable Gaspé trip! Bonaventure River, salmon fishing on private waters. 2 anglers will have their own professional guide for 3 days, July 15,16 and 17th. Arrival is on Sunday the 14th late afternoon and departure is after your angling day on the 17th. Included are all meals at the Club, beverages, and perfectly paired wine with supper.
You will enjoy your own private bedroom and bathroom accommodations. The very attentive staff will make sure everything goes well during your stay.
Donor: The Club on the Bonaventure
LA 10 WEDGE HILLS LODGE – SALMON FISHING – GEORGE RIVER
One of the best things about fishing in the north is that there is never any panic rushing to the fishing pools to arrive before the other anglers in the morning. Only guests of Wedge Hills Lodge will actively fish this area making for a truly relaxing and enjoyable fishing experience each day. As water levels on the river can fluctuate greatly – sometimes overnight – new pools and stretches of river to explore make it a real adventure!
This adventure in Nunavik from September 14 to 20, 2024 is designed for two fishermen including round-trip air transportation between Montreal and Wedge Hills Lodge. Also, in addition to 6 days of fishing, anglers will stay in wonderful amenities with double occupancy, premium meals including wine and guide service. Fishing licenses, alcoholic beverages and gratuities are not included.
Donor: Wedge Hills Lodge
