Connestee Falls Fishing Club Mentor Program  

The Connestee Falls Fishing Club is dedicated to making fishing enjoyable and accessible for everyone. Many of us have had someone in our lives who introduced us to fishing and nurtured our love for the outdoors. To continue this tradition, we have created the Mentor Program to help others experience the same excitement and joy of fishing.

If you’d like to learn where the fish are and how to catch them in one of our Connestee Falls lakes, we’d be happy to connect you with an experienced angler. Our mentors are not only skilled and knowledgeable but also passionate about sharing their expertise to help others enjoy fishing as much as they do.

How It Works

If you’re interested in learning more, contact Ron Phillips via phone or email. He will ask a few questions about your experience and the type of fishing you enjoy, then match you with the right mentor.

            Email: Ronwnc168@outlook.com

            Phone: (248) 302-0501

We have not forgotten the kids

Each year in June the Fishing Club hosts its annual Fish-A-Rama—a fun, two-hour fishing competition for all CF families, especially the kids! Coaching, equipment, and bait are all provided, and participants can enjoy our famous “Tube-Steak” lunch. Prizes are awarded in various age categories for the biggest, smallest, and most fish caught. This is a true family affair, so bring the whole family and join in the fun!

Meet Your Mentors

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Name	Photo	Bio
Dave Maeda		Dave is a 4-year resident of CF. Uses Fly rod and spinning tackle. Prefers local waters and has outstanding knowledge of CF lakes and species.
Bill Roehrich		Bill is a 27-year resident of CF with outstanding knowledge of all CF lakes and species. Fondly known within the community as Mr. Bass.
Ron Phillips		Ron is an 11-year resident of CF. Experienced tournament fisherman. Familiar with South Carolina lakes and western NC mountain lakes.
Joe McMurray		Joe is a 7-year resident of CF and avid multi-spieces angler. He grew up catching bream and bass on Lake Norman for 52 years as well as chasing trout with a fly rod around the NC mountains. Comfortable with a fly rod or spinning rod, Joe can be found fishing Lake Ticoa with his constant companion Monnie.
Mitch McCullers		Mitch is a 4-year resident of CF. Enjoys fishing for trout using light spinning tackle and fly rod. Fishes the CF lakes for trout, bass and bream. Still learning the lakes and ways to catch fish!
Chris Wunder		Chris is a 9-year resident of CF. He’s an expert at catching trout in our lakes with ultralight tackle. Chris was an original Mentor for our teaching program.