Juniper Community Centre to Unveil Grant Special Salmon Fly Sculpture

In a community well known for its fishing guides and outdoors enthusiasts, the late Fred Grant – guide, trapper, furniture-maker and artist – stood out as exceptional in many ways. The “Grant Special” Salmon Fly Sculpture, now in the final stages of production, will commemorate his unique fly-tying skill and celebrate this aspect of New Brunswick culture. This sculpture was envisioned by the original board members – an oversized salmon fly sculpture, to be installed in front of the centre, based on the design of local fly fishing legend Fred Grant.

Not only will this sculpture be a monument to Fred Grant; it will also evoke the many Juniper residents who historically made a living on and beside the Miramichi headwaters, as well as the sports who came to Carleton County to fish and hunt alongside local guides. The centre staff and volunteers look forward to hosting visitors from near and far, who wish to explore the culture of the area and to try their hand at fly fishing, hiking, canoeing and kayaking, and much more.

The funds to fabricate the fly sculpture were raised by the community through the sale of a high-quality art calendar and business guide, featuring the wildlife paintings of Fred Grant. The fly is being built by local artist and businessman, Mike Cummings, who has made this vision a reality.

A dedication ceremony will be held on Saturday, July 14, at 2 pm, with speeches and a public reception with refreshments following inside the community centre. Doug White, grandson and legacy flytier of the Grant Special, will be speaking on behalf of the Grant family. Everyone is welcome to attend!

Saturday, July 14, 2018     2 – 4 pm
Juniper Community Centre
267 Juniper Road, Juniper, New Brunswick E7L 1H1