Stitchin' and Fishin'

April is a wonderful time of year to visit Texas; the Bluebonnets and Indian Paintbrush decorate our highways, the weather is mild, the fishing auspicious, and the “All Texas Shop Hop” is going on!

Sewists will be able to visit a couple of the stores participating in the Shop Hop, as well as be able to set up their stations in a devoted rally space with an adjoining kitchen and, down the hall, bathrooms (no showers). We’ve tried to think of everything so that you can just focus on packing up your trailer, your sewing machine, and your favorite sewing necessities. We provide the tables, ironing boards/irons, some project supplies, information sessions, and most meals.  

Preliminary Sewing Agenda:
Friday, April 17th: Sewing station set-up, brief brush-up tutorials to prepare you for the classes ahead, free sewing time, and a visit to Loretta's Quilt Shop in Whitney to gather materials for Project Two.
Saturday, April 18th: First Project Class at NTAC
Sunday, April 19th: Second Project Class at NTAC—Part One
Monday, April 20th: Second Project Class at NTAC—Part Two

Tuesday, April 21st: Departure

The “fisherpersons” among you will enjoy a fully guided fishing trip on Monday, April 20th. The lakes around Hillsboro are widely known for fantastic striped bass fishing, and we will be fishing the best time of year for catching stripers. As you read the schedule below, personal fishing is open any day of the event but the solar lunar tables indicate that Monday, April 20th will be a four-star day for fishing! The Monday fishing trip will include all rods, tackle, fully rigged striper boats and guides. Participants will only need to bring snacks, drinks and of course a Texas Fishing License. Our catch will be cleaned and packaged for us. The day will be culminated with a fish fry in the NTAC pavilion (fryers, oil, and sides provided).

Preliminary Fishing Agenda:
Friday, April 17th: Tour of Homestead Heritage Craft Community (beautiful woodworking shop)
https://www.homesteadheritage.com/
Saturday, April 18th: Tour of NTAC Woodworking Shops and then make something!  Bill Steddum and Greg King are bringing their woodshop to us for the day.

Sunday, April 19th: Blackstone/Pizza Oven Cook Off (all sides provided)
Monday, April 20th: Guided Fishing Tour

Meals Provided:
Breakfast: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday mornings
Lunch: Saturday, Sunday and Monday
Dinners: Friday, Saturday, Sunday (fishermen choose Blackstone or Pizza Oven; we will have equipment here; all sides provided), and Monday Fish Fry

Other:
Thursday evening: BYOB and Appetizers
Lunch on your own Friday, April 25th
As always, BYOB Happy Hours every day around 5.

Sites:
Full hook-up sites on concrete included in fee--no need to contact NTAC
Check-in Thursday, April 16th and check-out Tuesday, April 21st (additional nights on either end of the rally are available at $30 per night--contact hosts to reserve)

Total Cost per double: $695.00
Total Cost per single: $435.00

(Breakout of costs: Parking 5 nights: $150, Food per person: $100, Classes/Fishing per person: $160, and Supplies: $25 per rig)

Deposit due upon registration: $125.00, balance due February 1, 2025.
Cancellations before February 1 will receive a refund of $100.
After full fee is paid, cancellations before April 1 will receive 75% refund. Cancellations after April 1 will receive a refund post-rally if remaining funds allow.  
The rally will be limited to 23 rigs/couples/single; when full, we will begin a waitlist.

Hosts:  
Anna and David Brandon, region9wbcci@gmail.com, (214) 460-0420
Scott and Vickie Graham,  graham23945@gmail.com, (210) 347-8760

Co-Hosts:
Denise Morrow, David Savage, and Bill Steddum