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 25th: 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 or Heritage Quilt Barn in El Mott if you like!
Saturday, April 26th: First Project Class at NTAC
Sunday, April 27th: Second Project Class at NTAC
Monday, April 28th: Third Project Class at NTAC

The “fisherpersons” among you will enjoy a fully guided fishing trip on Monday, April 28th. 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. Although personal fishing is open any day of the event, the solar lunar tables indicate that Monday, April 28th will be a four-star day for fishing! The 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 25th: Tour of Homestead Heritage Craft Community (beautiful woodworking shop)
https://www.homesteadheritage.com/
Saturday, April 26th: Scout out a surrounding lake or two and fish on your own
Sunday, April 27th: Tour woodworking shops here at NTAC
Monday, April 28th: Guided Fishing Tour

Meals Provided:
Breakfast: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday mornings
Lunch: Saturday, Sunday and Monday
Dinners: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday

Other:
Thursday evening: BYOB and Potluck
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 24th and check-out Tuesday, April 29th (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 24 rigs; when full, we will begin a waitlist.

Hosts:  
Anna and David Brandon, region9wbcci@gmail.com, (214) 460-0420
Randy and Dawn Truesdell, truesdelltea@gmail.com, ‭(806) 632-7704‬
Co-Hosts:
Pam Beckwith and Denise Morrow

Registration will open Sept. 15.