The AFA board is a dynamic group of individuals who come together, each bringing their own set of unique talents and experience. The AFA Board oversees all of the day-to-day operations, as well as setting goals and objectives to keep the organization moving in a positive direction in support of our mission.
Our board members serve as AFA ambassadors to the community.
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Bryan Roccucci
President
Capt. Bryan Roccucci is a full-time professional guide and owner/operator of Big Daddy’s Guide Service. Bryan spends more than 250 days each year on the waters of Lake Almanor. Joining the board in 2018 Bryan is now responsible for AFA's digital footprint. |
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Brett Hurff
Vice President
As with many folks, it only took one visit to the Almanor area, and we were hooked. I purchased a home in 1995, and we were fortunate to move in full time in 2014. That same year my wife and I joined the Almanor Fishing Association. I volunteered to be one of the fish feeders for the fish rearing program in the Hamilton Branch. It wasn’t long before I had the honor of being elected to the AFA Board of Directors. I feel fortunate to be involved with the AFA and all the dedicated volunteers who make such a positive impact on the Lake Almanor fishery and community. |
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Ray Pallari
Treasurer
I am a twenty year member and proud of our accomplishments pertaining to our Fish Pen Program, protecting and enhancing the Fishery and our positive involvement in our Community. As we have grown, we continue to look for opportunities to assist our neighbors with both volunteers and financial assistance. I am proud, this year, as it will mark the feeding and releasing of two million trout into our lake. I extend to you an invitation to come join our Organization. RP |
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Steve Fleming
Secretary / Veteran
Steve served in the US Navy from 1965 to 1969, following his discharge and graduating from San Diego State in 1973, Steve's career path covered both small business ownership and corporate America. After retirement, Steve and his wife purchased a home at Lake Almanor in 2006 residing part time until 2015 when they decided to make it their full-time residence. Steve joined and became an active member in 2018 as part of the illustrious fish feeding crew. In 2021 Steve was appointed to the board and is the go-to audio guy for all of the AFA events. |
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Robert Gonzalez
Board Member / Veteran
Retired from the City of Santa Clara Fire Department. I was introduced to Lake Almanor in 1972, and began spending fishing trips here with my family and friends. I became a member of AFA in 2005, and became a board member in 2010. My wife and I have been running the annual picnic since 2011. I’m proud to be part of this organization. |
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Eric Rudgers
Board Member
Eric is an avid sportsman with fishing history on Lake Almanor going back to the late 1950's. He has been a member of AFA since the late 1980's and attended his first AFA meeting in 1994. Following that meeting he was immediately instated as a member of the board. Continuing his tenure to this day he is our longest serving board member. |
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Mike Daly
Board Member
Mike is a retired Chief Probation Officer from Marin County. He has lived part time in Lake Almanor Country Club since 2001 and a member of the AFA board since 2017.
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Mike Papas
Board Member
I’ve been a middle school PE teacher and high school baseball coach in Woodland, CA, for the past 30 years. Outside of education, I’m passionate about the outdoors and have been a seasonal resident of Lake Almanor Country Club for over 21 years. I also enjoy fishing and have worked as a fishing guide for the past seven years. Since 2020, I’ve been actively involved with the AFA Board, supporting its initiatives and community engagement.
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Mike Stebbins
Board Member / Veteran
I have been an active member for several years with this exceptional organization. I have been involved with our fish rearing program as a delivery and feeder person, Veterans fishing event as a captain, and the AFA annual picnic event. I’m very familiar with Lake Almanor. In 1996 we purchased a home here, then in 2018 we became full-time residents. I look forward to working with our Board focusing on new ideas on how we can continue to improve fishing even more at Lake Almanor. Lake Almanor is a special place and I pledge to continue to make every effort so others can understand the special feeling felt by everyone in our community. |
Board Members Emeritus
The following individuals have a long history with AFA, each one making substantial contributions. Their continued involvement is invaluable and a testament to their dedication to AFA.
John Crotty Past President |
Rich Dengler Past President / Veteran |
Gary Spence Board Member |
Jim Pleau Founder / Veteran |
