Blue Mesa Res Lake Trout Tournament Starts
The Blue Mesa Reservoir Lake Trout Tournament is scheduled to run Jan. 1 through April 30, 2024. Tournament is sponsored by CPW in an effort to reduce the population of lake trout 24 inches in length and smaller. This is the first time CPW has held this tournament since 2021. Anglers participating in the tournament must possess a valid Colorado fishing license and follow all Colorado boating and fishing regulations. Anglers who harvest a lake trout 24 inches or smaller can turn in the whole fish or the fish head and place them in a plastic bag provided at one of three boat ramps at the reservoir. Bags can be found at the Iola, Elk Creek and Lake Fork boat ramps. Heads may also be turned into CPW's offices in Gunnison (300 West New York Avenue, Gunnison, Colorado 81230, 970-641-7060) or Montrose (2300 South Townsend Ave, Montrose, Colorado 81401, 970-252-6000). Cash prizes will be awarded in two categories at the conclusion of the tournament. Anglers who place in the top four of most fish turned in will earn a large portion of the total purse. First place will receive $3,000, second will earn $1,500, third place will take home $1,000 and fourth will claim $500. In addition to those prizes, every angler will be entered in a raffle for each fish they turn in. A total of 20 winners will be randomly selected, and each will earn $200. All winners will be contacted by May 31, 2024.
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Learn to ice fish at Staunton State Park - 10:0 am
Learn to ice fish at Staunton State Park with CPW staff and volunteers. ​All equipment will be provided if you don't have your own. Clinic will be held at the Davis Ponds, no registration necessary, just drop by and give ice fishing a try anytime between 10am and 2pm. Park pass fees apply and fishing licenses are required for anyone 16 or older. Audience: All Ages Location: Davis Ponds 12102 S. Elk Creek Rd. Pine, CO 80470 Staunton Thurs, Jan 04: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Ice Fishing 101 @ Pine Lake - 9:0 am
Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to help you catch more fish? Then, this is the class for you! ​This clinic will be held at Pine Lake at Pine Valley Ranch Park near Pine, CO. All the necessary equipment will be provided for you, but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. All participants 16 and older must have a valid Colorado fishing license. Advanced Registration is Required. ​ Audience: All Ages Location: Pine Lake 30400 Crystal Lake Rd. Pine, CO 80470 Registration required Saturday, January 06: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Ice Fishing 101 @ Pine Lake - 9:0 am
Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to help you catch more fish? Then, this is the class for you! ​This clinic will be held at Pine Lake at Pine Valley Ranch Park near Pine, CO. All the necessary equipment will be provided for you, but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. All participants 16 and older must have a valid Colorado fishing license. Advanced Registration is Required. ​ Audience: All Ages Location: Pine Lake 30400 Crystal Lake Rd. Pine, CO 80470 Registration required Saturday, January 06: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Stagecoach Ice Fishing Tournament - 8:0 am
8am - 3pm $40 entry, 15 & under free Cash only day-of, pre-registration available. Located at marina at Stagecoach Reservoir
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State Forest SP Ice Fishing Clinic on N. Michigan - 10:0 am
CPW will bring the gear - come ice fishing. Bring warm clothes and chair.Valid fishing license required for over 16 years old. North Michigan Reservoir Audience: All Ages Location: North Michigan Reservoir
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Learn to ice fish at Staunton State Park - 10:0 am
Learn to ice fish at Staunton State Park with CPW staff and volunteers. ​All equipment will be provided if you don't have your own. Clinic will be held at the Davis Ponds, no registration necessary, just drop by and give ice fishing a try anytime between 10am and 2pm. Park pass fees apply and fishing licenses are required for anyone 16 or older.​ Audience: All Ages Location Davis Ponds 12102 S. Elk Creek Rd. Pine, CO 80470 Staunton Monday, January 15: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Loveland Fishing Club general meeting
The club meets on the third Tuesday of every month at the Chilson Senior Center in Loveland.
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Fly Fishing Show - Denver - 10:0 am
Friday: 10am – 6pm Saturday: 9am – 5:30pm Sunday : 9am – 4:30pm Location: Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center 6700 North Gaylord Rockies Boulevard Aurora, Colorado 80019 Join us at the Fly Fishing Show for an unforgettable experience that will reel you in! Discover the latest gear, techniques and meet experts in the field. But that’s not all – This is your chance to book the fly fishing trip of a lifetime! Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a curious beginner, this show has something for everyone. Look for the advance ticket signs upon arrival for the fastest entry. The show will go on regardless of weather. Tickets are non-refundable.
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IF4 Denver - 6:0 pm
The International Fly Fishing Film Festival. Location: Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center | January 19, 2024 - Doors open at 6:00 PM. Film begins at 6:30 PM ***IF4 tickets do not include entry to the Fly Fishing Show*** IF4 is the world’s leading fly-fishing film event, consisting of films produced by professional filmmakers from all corners of the globe and showcases the passion, lifestyle, and culture of fly fishing. It is the gathering place of the fly-fishing community and a celebration of friendship, fly-fishing stories and stoke.
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Fly Fishing Show - Denver - 9:0 am
Friday: 10am – 6pm Saturday: 9am – 5:30pm Sunday : 9am – 4:30pm Location: Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center 6700 North Gaylord Rockies Boulevard Aurora, Colorado 80019 Join us at the Fly Fishing Show for an unforgettable experience that will reel you in! Discover the latest gear, techniques and meet experts in the field. But that’s not all – This is your chance to book the fly fishing trip of a lifetime! Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a curious beginner, this show has something for everyone. Look for the advance ticket signs upon arrival for the fastest entry. The show will go on regardless of weather. Tickets are non-refundable.
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Fly Fishing Show - Denver - 9:0 am
Friday: 10am – 6pm Saturday: 9am – 5:30pm Sunday : 9am – 4:30pm Location: Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center 6700 North Gaylord Rockies Boulevard Aurora, Colorado 80019 Join us at the Fly Fishing Show for an unforgettable experience that will reel you in! Discover the latest gear, techniques and meet experts in the field. But that’s not all – This is your chance to book the fly fishing trip of a lifetime! Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a curious beginner, this show has something for everyone. Look for the advance ticket signs upon arrival for the fastest entry. The show will go on regardless of weather. Tickets are non-refundable.
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Ice Fishing 101 @ Davis Ponds - 9:0 am
Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to help you catch more fish? Then, this is the class for you! ​This clinic will be held at Davis Ponds in Staunton State Park near Conifer, CO. All the necessary equipment will be provided for you, but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. All participants 16 and older must have a valid Colorado fishing license. An annual or daily state parks pass is also required to attend this clinic. Both the license and the pass can be purchased the day of at Staunton State Park. ​Advanced Registration is Required. Audience: All Ages Location: Davis Ponds 12102 S Elk Creek Rd. Pine, CO 80470 Staunton Sunday, January 21: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Ice Fishing 101 - Golden Gate Canyon - 9:0 am
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM All Ages Location is Kriley Pond (Golden Gate Canyon, 92 Crawford Gulch Rd. Golden, CO 80403) Registration required at https://www.register-ed.com/events/view/208259 Contact Information: ​Andre Egli - Statewide Angler Education Coordinator, Andre.Egli@state.co.us This clinic will be held at Kriley Pond in Golden Gate Canyon State Park near Blackhawk, CO. All the necessary equipment will be provided for you, but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. All participants 16 and older must have a valid Colorado fishing license. An annual or daily state parks pass is also required to attend this clinic. Both the license and the pass can be purchased the day of at Golden Gate Canyon State Park.
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2024 Vallecito Ice Fishing Tournament - 7:30 am
Annual ice fishing tournament. $45 for adults. Free for youth under 18 with paying adult. Cash prizes for adults. Numerous non-cash prizes for youth. Registration opens at 7:30 am. Line drop starts at 9:00 am. Must be in line for weigh-in by 2:30 pm.
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State Forest SP Ice Fishing Clinic on N. Michigan - 10:0 am
CPW will bring the gear - come ice fishing. Bring warm clothes and chair.Valid fishing license required for over 16 years old. North Michigan Reservoir Audience: All Ages Location: North Michigan Reservoir
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CPW Deweese Res Meeting re: Algae - 5:30 pm
Colorado Parks and Wildlife will host a public meeting to address concerns about recurring toxic algae blooms each summer at DeWeese Reservoir and the agency's response. The meeting is scheduled at 5:30 p.m., Feb. 13, at the Westcliffe Public Library, 218 Main St, Westcliffe, 81252.
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CPW Southwest Region virtual meeting - 6:0 pm
The Southwest Region of Colorado Parks and Wildlife invites hunters and anglers to its next sportspersons meeting the evening of Feb. 13. The Southwest Region Sportspersons Caucus will be held virtually from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 13. It will be streamed live on CPW's YouTube channel and Zoom. Mia Anstine and Roger Cesario, representatives of the Southwest Region of CPW to the statewide Sportsperson's Roundtable, have highlighted topics to be covered during the meeting and will lead a roundtable discussion of other matters of importance to the sportspersons community. CPW staff, including Region Manager Cory Chick, will be in attendance to present information regarding the agenda topics.
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Ice fishing 101 w/CPW @ Staunton - 9:0 am
Ever wanted to give ice fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to ice fishing and looking for some tips to help you catch more fish? Then, this is the class for you! 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM ​​This clinic will be held at Davis Ponds in Staunton State Park near Conifer, CO. All the necessary equipment will be provided for you, but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. All participants 16 and older must have a valid Colorado fishing license. An annual or daily state parks pass is also required to attend this clinic. Both the license and the pass can be purchased the day of at Staunton State Park.​ Audience: All Ages Location: Davis Ponds, Staunton 12102 S Elk Creek Rd. Pine, CO 80470 Registration required at https://www.register-ed.com/events/view/206421 Contact Information: ​Andre Egli (He/Him/His) ​Statewide Angler Education Coordinator Andre.Egli@state.co.us​​
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Ice fishing 101 w/CPW @ Staunton - 9:0
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM ​This clinic will be held at Davis Ponds in Staunton State Park near Conifer, CO. All the necessary equipment will be provided for you, but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. All participants 16 and older must have a valid Colorado fishing license. An annual or daily state parks pass is also required to attend this clinic. Both the license and the pass can be purchased the day of at Staunton State Park.​​ Advance Registration is Required. at https://www.register-ed.com/events/view/206422 All Ages Location: Davis Ponds, Staunton (12102 S Elk Creek Rd. Pine, CO 80470) Contact Information: ​​Andre Egli (He/Him/His) ​​Statewide Angler Education Coordinator Andre.Egli@state.co.us​​​
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Ice fishing 101 w/CPW @ Staunton - 9:0
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM This clinic will be held at Davis Ponds in Staunton State Park near Conifer, CO. All the necessary equipment will be provided for you, but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. All participants 16 and older must have a valid Colorado fishing license. An annual or daily state parks pass is also required to attend this clinic. Both the license and the pass can be purchased the day of at Staunton State Park. Advance Registration is Required. at https://www.register-ed.com/events/view/206423 All Ages Location: Davis Ponds, Staunton (12102 S Elk Creek Rd. Pine, CO 80470)
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Grand County Fisheries Meeting w/CPW - 6:30 pm
When: Friday, March 15 at 6:30 p.m. Where: Granby Fire Station, 60500 US Highway 40, Granby, CO 80446 CPW invites anglers to attend an in-person fishery management public meeting on Friday, March 15 in Granby, Colo. Attendees will have an opportunity to hear updates on Grand County's fisheries and learn about proposed fishing regulation changes to simplify and better reflect the current state of the fishery on Lake Granby. "It has been a few years since we have hosted a public meeting about Grand County fisheries," said Aquatic Biologist Jon Ewert. "A lot has happened since then and we want to make sure our public is informed. We are considering possible changes to fishing regulations on Lake Granby. Public feedback is critical in formulating new regulations. Similar to last year in Frisco, this will be an opportunity for CPW to gather that feedback from our angling community in person." The meeting will begin with a presentation by CPW Aquatic Biologist Jon Ewert followed by an opportunity for attendees to ask questions on the presentation, proposed regulation changes, or other fishery related topics specific to Grand County.
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Trout Fishing Expo @ The Ranch - 10:0 am
The RMFTU 2024 Trout Fishing Expo returns to The Ranch Event Complex, FNBO Exhibition Building, South Hall. Saturday, March 23 from 10am – 4pm. Adults: $15 in advance or $25 on Saturday Students, Veterans, and First Responders: $10 Age 10 and under are FREE FREE PARKING Door Prizes, Raffle, Exhibitors, Fly Shops, Fly Tyers, Speakers, Silent Auction, rods for you to cast and compare. Try to catch the very rare Lawn Trout! Casting and fly tying for kids as well! Speakers: Pat Dorsey Fly Fishing Colorado's Best Trout Streams - Pat Dorsey, world-class fly fishing guide, Field editor for Fly Fisherman magazine, and co-owner of Blue Quill Angler fly shop, Evergreen, CO. Grant Houx International Fly Fishing Trips - Grant Houx, owner of St. Peter's Fly Shop, Fort Collins, CO (Expo Title Sponsor) Josh Henriksen Fly Fishing Float Trips on the North Platte River - Josh Henriksen, Head Guide, St. Peter's Fly Shop, Fort Collins, CO (Expo Title Sponsor) Joe Beltran Latest Fly Fishing Equipment for 2024 - Joe Beltran, Asst. Store Leader, and Jason Steele, Fly Shop Manager at SCHEELS, Johnstown, CO (Expo Title Sponsor) Stinson Dean My Journey with Mental Health and Fly Fishing - Stinson Dean, CEO of Deacon Lumber Company, Loveland, CO (Expo Title Sponsor) Dylan Demery & Emily Anderson River Etiquette & Situational Awareness - Self-Defense & Safety for Women on the Water - Dylan Demery & Emily Anderson from She's Fly (Fort Collins) and Danyel McGraw, Loveland Police Department. Erin Crider Creating Space For Women in the Outdoors - Speaker panel led by Erin Crider, Founder, Colorado Women on the Fly, Black Hawk, CO
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Fly Fishing Film Tour Denver - Show 1 - 6:0 pm
The 18th annual Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is back, hitting the road with the very best fly fishing films. This year the tour visits more than 14 countries with 300+ shows. 6:00pm – 8:00pm Oriental Theater 4335 W 44th Ave. Denver CO 80212 (720) 420-0030 Early Show: Doors 5pm. Movie 6pm. Late Show: Doors 8pm. Movie 9pm The annual Fly Fishing Film Tour is a traveling roadshow of the best fly fishing films in the world. Through a submission process, films are selected to bring some of the best content to the big screen in your hometown. The F3T is more than just the film, our shows aim to create community, inspire, encourage and support conservation efforts worldwide. Each evening is complete with a live emcee, raffle & door prizes from our premium sponsors, local fly shops and more. Come for the action, stay for the camaraderie, all while helping to raise money for the waters we love. So get ready to kick back, drink a beer or your beverage of choice, enjoy the cinematography that will get you stoked on the season ahead. The Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) was founded in 2006 and has run for 18 consecutive season predominantly in the USA & Canada. In 2023 the F3T merged with the Rise Fly Fishing Film Festival which has been operating in Australia, New Zealand, Germany, France, Argentina and other countries since the mid-2000s. The tour also streams on Outside Watch, ADVENTURE+ and Vimeo annually. The combined Fly Fishing Film Tour now visits more than 14 countries, putting on 300+ shows annually and making it the biggest community fly fishing event in the world.
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Fly Fishing Film Tour Denver - Show 2 - 6:0 pm
The 18th annual Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is back, hitting the road with the very best fly fishing films. This year the tour visits more than 14 countries with 300+ shows. 9:00pm – 11:00pm Oriental Theater 4335 W 44th Ave. Denver CO 80212 (720) 420-0030 Early Show: Doors 5pm. Movie 6pm. Late Show: Doors 8pm. Movie 9pm The annual Fly Fishing Film Tour is a traveling roadshow of the best fly fishing films in the world. Through a submission process, films are selected to bring some of the best content to the big screen in your hometown. The F3T is more than just the film, our shows aim to create community, inspire, encourage and support conservation efforts worldwide. Each evening is complete with a live emcee, raffle & door prizes from our premium sponsors, local fly shops and more. Come for the action, stay for the camaraderie, all while helping to raise money for the waters we love. So get ready to kick back, drink a beer or your beverage of choice, enjoy the cinematography that will get you stoked on the season ahead. The Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) was founded in 2006 and has run for 18 consecutive season predominantly in the USA & Canada. In 2023 the F3T merged with the Rise Fly Fishing Film Festival which has been operating in Australia, New Zealand, Germany, France, Argentina and other countries since the mid-2000s. The tour also streams on Outside Watch, ADVENTURE+ and Vimeo annually. The combined Fly Fishing Film Tour now visits more than 14 countries, putting on 300+ shows annually and making it the biggest community fly fishing event in the world.
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Fly Fishing Film Tour Fort Collins - 7:0 pm
The 18th annual Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is back, hitting the road with the very best fly fishing films. This year the tour visits more than 14 countries with 300+ shows. 7:00 - 9:00 PM Lincoln Center 417 W Magnolia St Fort Collins, CO 80521 The annual Fly Fishing Film Tour is a traveling roadshow of the best fly fishing films in the world. Through a submission process, films are selected to bring some of the best content to the big screen in your hometown. The F3T is more than just the film, our shows aim to create community, inspire, encourage and support conservation efforts worldwide. Each evening is complete with a live emcee, raffle & door prizes from our premium sponsors, local fly shops and more. Come for the action, stay for the camaraderie, all while helping to raise money for the waters we love. So get ready to kick back, drink a beer or your beverage of choice, enjoy the cinematography that will get you stoked on the season ahead. The Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) was founded in 2006 and has run for 18 consecutive season predominantly in the USA & Canada. In 2023 the F3T merged with the Rise Fly Fishing Film Festival which has been operating in Australia, New Zealand, Germany, France, Argentina and other countries since the mid-2000s. The tour also streams on Outside Watch, ADVENTURE+ and Vimeo annually. The combined Fly Fishing Film Tour now visits more than 14 countries, putting on 300+ shows annually and making it the biggest community fly fishing event in the world.
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Fly Fishing Film Tour Salida - 5:0 pm
The 18th annual Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is back, hitting the road with the very best fly fishing films. This year the tour visits more than 14 countries with 300+ shows. 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM A Church 419 D St Salida, CO 81201 Join us for a unique stop on the Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) circuit in downtown Salida! Doors open at 5:00 pm and the show starts at 6:30. Show winds down around 8:30 pm. We will be showing multiple short films and highlighting Veterans Expeditions New Orleans fly fishing film produced by Salida's own Nathan Ward and Grit and Thistle Film Company. Nathan Ward and Nick Watson, the Executive Director of Veterans Expeditions and Salida local, have been working together for the last decade to create powerful films that demonstrate the strength of the veteran community. Come see for yourself why bringing our military veterans outside on trips where they work together to accomplish great feats, spend time together outside in remote locations around the country, and build bonds is critically important for the veteran community. $28 ticket to enter. Food and drinks available for purchase. $120 VIP ticket includes food, drinks, and swag bag from our generous sponsors. Our Raffle and Silent Auction will be massive so bring your cash. You will want this gear. We will also take credit cards as well. The annual Fly Fishing Film Tour is a traveling roadshow of the best fly fishing films in the world. Through a submission process, films are selected to bring some of the best content to the big screen in your hometown. The F3T is more than just the film, our shows aim to create community, inspire, encourage and support conservation efforts worldwide. Each evening is complete with a live emcee, raffle & door prizes from our premium sponsors, local fly shops and more. Come for the action, stay for the camaraderie, all while helping to raise money for the waters we love. So get ready to kick back, drink a beer or your beverage of choice, enjoy the cinematography that will get you stoked on the season ahead. The Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) was founded in 2006 and has run for 18 consecutive season predominantly in the USA & Canada. In 2023 the F3T merged with the Rise Fly Fishing Film Festival which has been operating in Australia, New Zealand, Germany, France, Argentina and other countries since the mid-2000s. The tour also streams on Outside Watch, ADVENTURE+ and Vimeo annually. The combined Fly Fishing Film Tour now visits more than 14 countries, putting on 300+ shows annually and making it the biggest community fly fishing event in the world.
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Fly Fishing Film Tour Boulder - 5:0 pm
The 18th annual Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is back, hitting the road with the very best fly fishing films. This year the tour visits more than 14 countries with 300+ shows. Doors Open: 5:00 PM Door Price: $22.00 - $28.00 Boulder Theater 2032 14th Street Boulder, CO 80302 The annual Fly Fishing Film Tour is a traveling roadshow of the best fly fishing films in the world. Through a submission process, films are selected to bring some of the best content to the big screen in your hometown. The F3T is more than just the film, our shows aim to create community, inspire, encourage and support conservation efforts worldwide. Each evening is complete with a live emcee, raffle & door prizes from our premium sponsors, local fly shops and more. Come for the action, stay for the camaraderie, all while helping to raise money for the waters we love. So get ready to kick back, drink a beer or your beverage of choice, enjoy the cinematography that will get you stoked on the season ahead. The Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) was founded in 2006 and has run for 18 consecutive season predominantly in the USA & Canada. In 2023 the F3T merged with the Rise Fly Fishing Film Festival which has been operating in Australia, New Zealand, Germany, France, Argentina and other countries since the mid-2000s. The tour also streams on Outside Watch, ADVENTURE+ and Vimeo annually. The combined Fly Fishing Film Tour now visits more than 14 countries, putting on 300+ shows annually and making it the biggest community fly fishing event in the world.
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Intl Fly Fishing Film Fest - Pagosa - 6:0 pm
Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts 2313 Eagle Drive Pagosa Springs, CO 81147 Doors open at 6:00 PM Film begins AT 7:00 PM Hosted by: Five Rivers Trout Unlimited If available, tickets may be purchased at the door on the day of the event. IF4 is the world's leading fly-fishing film event, consisting of films produced by professional filmmakers from all corners of the globe and showcases the passion, lifestyle, and culture of fly fishing. It is the gathering place of the fly-fishing community and a celebration of friendship, fly-fishing stories and stoke.
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Intl Fly Fishing Film Fest - Durango - 6:0 pm
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Durango 501 Camino Del Rio Durango, CO 81301 Show 1: Doors open at 3:00 PM, Film begins AT 7:00 PM Show 2: Doors open at 6:30 PM. Film begins AT 7:30 PM. Hosted by: Five Rivers Trout Unlimited If available, tickets may be purchased at the door on the day of the event. IF4 is the world's leading fly-fishing film event, consisting of films produced by professional filmmakers from all corners of the globe and showcases the passion, lifestyle, and culture of fly fishing. It is the gathering place of the fly-fishing community and a celebration of friendship, fly-fishing stories and stoke.
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Intl Fly Fishing Film Fest - Grand Junction - 6:0 pm
Avalon Theatre 645 Main Street Grand Junction, CO 81501 Doors open at 6:00 PM. Film begins AT 7:00 PM. Hosted by: Grand Valley Anglers Trout Unlimited If available, tickets may be purchased at the door on the day of the event. IF4 is the world's leading fly-fishing film event, consisting of films produced by professional filmmakers from all corners of the globe and showcases the passion, lifestyle, and culture of fly fishing. It is the gathering place of the fly-fishing community and a celebration of friendship, fly-fishing stories and stoke.
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CKFC Bass Tournament - Boyd Lake
CKFC Tournament Bass Boyd Lake
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Intl Fly Fishing Film Fest - Buena Vista - 6:0 pm
The Surf Hotel 1012 Front Loop Buena Vista, CO 81211 Doors open at 6:00 PM. Film begins AT 7:00 PM. Hosted by: UpRiver Fly Fishing and Collegiate Peaks Trout Unlimited Chapter If available, tickets may be purchased at the door on the day of the event. IF4 is the world's leading fly-fishing film event, consisting of films produced by professional filmmakers from all corners of the globe and showcases the passion, lifestyle, and culture of fly fishing. It is the gathering place of the fly-fishing community and a celebration of friendship, fly-fishing stories and stoke.
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Fly Fusion's Trout Tour - Fort Collins - 7:0 pm
Fly Fusion's Trout Tour Fort Collins, CO The Lyric – Mothership Theatre @ 7:00pm 1209 North College Avenue Fort Collins, CO 80524 Hosted by: Fly Fusion Announcing Fly Fusion's Trout Tour! A well-formed excuse to get together with fly-fishing friends and take in an epic collection of trouty films from Gilbert Rowley, Phil Tuttle, The Braker Bros, Todd Moen, RA Beattie and Fly Fusion Films. Premiering in Sundance this March, the films will make their way around the American and Canadian West. Limited cities, limited tickets and monster trout. See below for tour dates and tickets! In association with the International Fly Fishing Film Festival.
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Johnstown SCHEELS Fish Fest
Johnstown SCHEELS Fishing Shop (second floor). Seminars are in the SCHEELS Training Center. Date: Saturday, April 27, 2024 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Cost: FREE Come join us for a Spring Fishing Festival! Learn new techniques from leading industry vendors and local fishing experts, build your fishing network, save big on fishing gear, and enter for a chance to win great prizes! SEMINAR SCHEDULE 9:30AM: Dan Shannon & Jake Foos - Trophy Lake Trout - It's All About the Details 10:45AM: Brad Petersen - How to Catch Walleyes Year-round 12PM: Matt Carlson & Evan Cox - Getting The Most Out of Your Live Sonar 1:15PM: Fishing Pro Staff & SCHEELS Experts -Fishing FUNdamentals - Youth Seminar with Activities Note: Seminars will be held in the Training Center near the fishing shop/second-floor bathrooms (go in the west doors, turn right past the registers, go up the stairs and to the right). FREE SCHEELS STOWAWAY UTILITY BOX! First 150 people to arrive at the Fishing Shop Saturday morning get FREE SCHEELS Outfitters Stowaway Utility Box filled with goodies and lures! EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS We will be offering exclusive discounts on fishing gear during the event! REGISTER TO WIN CONTEST All attendees will have the opportunity to register to win over $1500 in great prizes!
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Outdoor Heritage Day festival @ Palisade - 10:0 am
Join Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Town of Palisade, Moose 92.3, Cabela's, Orchard Mesa Gun Club, and other local organizations and businesses for a day of fun, education, and prizes. We'll have a variety of outdoor activities, demonstration of hunting and search and rescue dogs, wildfire safety, fishing, and how to camp responsibly. The celebration will go from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Riverbend Park in Palisade on Sat., April 27. This event is free and open to the public. Date: Sat., April 27 Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Location: Riverbend Park in Palisade
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Blue Mesa Res Lake Trout Tournament Ends
The Blue Mesa Reservoir Lake Trout Tournament is scheduled to run Jan. 1 through April 30, 2024. Tournament is sponsored by CPW in an effort to reduce the population of lake trout 24 inches in length and smaller. This is the first time CPW has held this tournament since 2021. Anglers participating in the tournament must possess a valid Colorado fishing license and follow all Colorado boating and fishing regulations. Anglers who harvest a lake trout 24 inches or smaller can turn in the whole fish or the fish head and place them in a plastic bag provided at one of three boat ramps at the reservoir. Bags can be found at the Iola, Elk Creek and Lake Fork boat ramps. Heads may also be turned into CPW's offices in Gunnison (300 West New York Avenue, Gunnison, Colorado 81230, 970-641-7060) or Montrose (2300 South Townsend Ave, Montrose, Colorado 81401, 970-252-6000). Cash prizes will be awarded in two categories at the conclusion of the tournament. Anglers who place in the top four of most fish turned in will earn a large portion of the total purse. First place will receive $3,000, second will earn $1,500, third place will take home $1,000 and fourth will claim $500. In addition to those prizes, every angler will be entered in a raffle for each fish they turn in. A total of 20 winners will be randomly selected, and each will earn $200. All winners will be contacted by May 31, 2024.
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Fryingpan River Discussion with CPW - 6:0 pm
When: Wed., May 8 from 6 - 8 p.m. Where: Carbondale Library (Community Room), 320 Sopris Ave, Carbondale, CO 81623 Colorado Parks and Wildlife invites anglers to attend an in-person fishery management public meeting on Wed., May 8 in Carbondale, Colo. Attendees will have an opportunity to learn more about proposed fishing regulation changes in the Fryingpan River. CPW is proposing to institute new harvest regulations on the Fryingpan River that would increase the harvest of Brown Trout. "Ongoing fishery surveys have documented an excessive abundance of Brown Trout in the Fryingpan River," said Kendall Bakich, Glenwood Springs Area Aquatic Biologist. "The dense population of Brown Trout has led to stunted growth due to high competition and limited food resources. This has also led to an increased potential for disease outbreaks and suppression of other fish species to survive, including Rainbow Trout and native sculpin." The meeting will begin with a presentation by CPW Aquatic Biologist Kendall Bakich followed by an opportunity for attendees to ask questions on the presentation, proposed regulation changes, or other fishery-related topics specific to the area.
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Intl Fly Fishing Film Fest - Longmont - 6:15 pm
Wibby Brewing 209 Emery Street Longmont, CO 80501 Doors open at 6:15 PM. Film begins AT 7:00 PM. Hosted by: St. Vrain Anglers Chapter Trout Unlimited If available, tickets may be purchased at the door on the day of the event. IF4 is the world's leading fly-fishing film event, consisting of films produced by professional filmmakers from all corners of the globe and showcases the passion, lifestyle, and culture of fly fishing. It is the gathering place of the fly-fishing community and a celebration of friendship, fly-fishing stories and stoke.
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CKFC Tournament - Pueblo Res
Colorado Kayak Fishing Club Tournament Pueblo Res Multi Species
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CKFC Bass Tournament - Pueblo Res
CKFC Tournament Pueblo Reservoir Bass

Chimney Hollow Open Space public open house - 5:30 pm
PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE: When: 5:30-7 p.m., Wednesday, May 29 Where: Natural Resources Administrative Office, 1800 S. CR 31, Loveland VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE: When: 5:30 -7 p.m., Monday, June 3 LCDNR will manage recreation on the reservoir in compliance with an existing recreation lease and agreement with Northern Water. The agreement stipulates no overnight use or camping, 'wakeless' boating only, and no access on the east side of the reservoir.
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Sweitzer Lake State Park Open House - 3:30 pm
Several planned improvements to Sweitzer Lake State Park will be unveiled to the public at a meeting May 30 at the Delta Public Library. A new visitor center, to replace the current visitor center, is part of the new master plan for the state park located near Delta. The open house will be held from 3:30 to 6 p.m. May 30 at the library's community room. Included in the plan are the additions of four campground loops on the southwest end of the park, a recreation area that includes a ropes course, an archery range, a recreational pond, several wetlands for wildlife and a new amphitheater. Sweitzer Lake State Park, located near the town of Delta, is surrounded by mountain views. The park has provided year-round visitation since 1954. From the park, visitors are treated to views of the Grand Mesa, West Elk and San Juan ranges. Originally built solely for recreational use, Sweitzer Lake State Park features a 137-surface acre reservoir
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Intl Fly Fishing Film Fest - Trinidad - 6:30 pm
Main Street Live Theater 131 West Main Street Trinidad, CO 81082 Doors open at 6:30 PM. Film begins AT 7:00 PM. Hosted by: Purgatoire River Anglers Trout Unlimited Tickets available at Moose's Social Club and Martini Bar, Fishers Peak Outfitters and if available, tickets may be purchased at the door on the day of the event. IF4 is the world's leading fly-fishing film event, consisting of films produced by professional filmmakers from all corners of the globe and showcases the passion, lifestyle, and culture of fly fishing. It is the gathering place of the fly-fishing community and a celebration of friendship, fly-fishing stories and stoke.
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Chimney Hollow Open Space - Virtual Open House - 5:30 pm
For those that prefer a virtual option, an online open house will be held the following Monday, June 3 from 5:30-7:00 p.m. The virtual meeting will be recorded for those unable to attend. See link to join. LCDNR will manage recreation on the reservoir in compliance with an existing recreation lease and agreement with Northern Water. The agreement stipulates no overnight use or camping, 'wakeless' boating only, and no access on the east side of the reservoir.
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CPW Public Meeting @ SCHEELS in Johnstown - 6:30 pm
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is hosting a public meeting for feedback from anglers on proposed fishing regulation changes. The meeting will be held on Thursday, June 20 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Scheels located at 4755 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Johnstown, CO 80534. Biologists will discuss and gather feedback on proposed fishing regulation changes, which will eventually be voted on by the Parks and Wildlife Commission at a later date.
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CKFC Tournament - Spinney
CKFC Tournament Spinney Reservoir Multi-species
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Family Cast, Blast, and Twang @ Meeker, Colorado - 10:0 am
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is excited to announce that it will hold its annual Family Cast, Blast, and Twang event on Sat., June 22, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Nine Mile Guest Ranch, Meeker, Colorado. This free event is for families and individuals interested in learning outdoor skills, including shotgun and .22 shooting, archery, fly fish casting, and spin fishing. Lunch will be provided. Participants are encouraged to bring their own chairs, fishing, and archery equipment, but there will be equipment available to use as well. Do not bring any firearms as they will be provided. Participants 16 and older need to have a current fishing license to participate in the fishing events. Thank you to our partners who will be providing the meal, ice cream, and support RTS Hunting LLC., Visintainer and Nine Mile Guest Ranch, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, BHO Gunshop, Mule Deer Foundation, and JML Outfitters. Event details: Sat., June 22 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Nine Mile Guest Ranch 50735 Highway 13, Meeker, Colorado 81641 To help with planning, please register by calling (970) 255-6181 and let us know your name and how many are in your group. Registration is not required but suggested. For questions, contact Education and Hunter Outreach Coordinator Kathleen Mawhinney at kathleen.mawhinney@state.co.us.
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CTU Troutfest Colorado - 2:0 pm
Join Colorado Trout Unlimited for Troutfest Colorado, presented by the Colorado Wildlife Council, June 29th 2pm - 6pm at Coors Field in Denver, CO! This festival is a celebration of community, conservation, and education, and we'd love for you to be a part of it. Troutfest Colorado is FREE to all, or you can support CTU with $100 and join us as a VIP with special benefits including a barbeque buffet in the VIP lounge, three drink tickets for beverages, access to extended VIP ballpark tour at designated times, a unique selfie opportunity with your fishing photo displayed on the giant scoreboard screen, and a swag bag filled with goodies from our exhibitors. Troutfest Colorado is a gathering of passionate individuals dedicated to preserving our coldwater ecosystems. From interactive exhibits to professional fly-tying demonstrations, there's something for everyone to enjoy. It's for anglers, would-be anglers, outdoor enthusiasts, or simply families looking for a fun and engaging day at the ballpark. People of all ages, genders, and ethnic backgrounds are welcome.
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Intl Fly Fishing Film Fest - Fort Collins - 7:0 pm
Lyric Cinemas Great Outdoors Theatre 1209 North College Avenue Fort Collins, CO 80524 Doors open at 7:00 PM. Film begins AT 8:00 PM. Hosted by: Rocky Mountain Fly Caster Trout Unlimited & St Peter's Fly Shop Tickets available at St. Peters' Fly Shop North and South, and if available, tickets may be purchased at the door on the day of the event. IF4 is the world's leading fly-fishing film event, consisting of films produced by professional filmmakers from all corners of the globe and showcases the passion, lifestyle, and culture of fly fishing. It is the gathering place of the fly-fishing community and a celebration of friendship, fly-fishing stories and stoke.
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Take a Friend Fishing Submissions Deadline
Take a Friend Fishing Contest Photo/narrative submissions reviewed and winners chosen. Winners chosen July 31, Oct. 31, and Feb. 28. See link for more details For the sixth consecutive year, Colorado Parks and Wildlife and our partner Colorado fishing companies are encouraging anglers to take part in our Take a Friend Fishing Contest. Experienced anglers that introduce a novice to the sport can be eligible for some high value prizes. Both mentors and mentees are eligible to win. Both the mentor as well as the mentee will receive a prize. All prizes retail between $300 - $900
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CPW Adult Beginner Fishing Clinic - 4:0 pm
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Beginner fishing clinic for 30 adult participants on August 11th at Golden Gate Canyon State Park at Kriley Pond. All equipment will be provided. Please bring snacks, water, and sunscreen. We will be holding a potluck BBQ after the event
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Boating Safely Course at Cherry Creek State Park - 6:0 pm
Anyone operating a motorboat including a personal watercraft or sailboat must be at least 16 years old. Individuals who are 14 and 15 and have successfully completed a state approved boating safely course can operate a motorized vessel. 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Admin office Cherry Creek 4201 South Parker Road Aurora, CO 80014
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Learn to fish at Staunton State Park - 10:0 am
Learn to fish at Staunton State Park with CPW staff and volunteers. All equipment will be provided if you don't have your own. Clinic will be held at the Davis Ponds, no registration necessary, just drop by and give fishing a try anytime between 10am and 2pm. Park pass fees apply and fishing licenses are required for anyone 16 or older. Davis Ponds Staunton 12102 S. Elk Creek Rd. Pine, CO 80470
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Fly Fishing 101 - Staunton SP - 10:0 am
Audience: Teens,Young Adult,Adults Only Registration required Ever wanted to give fly fishing a try but didn't know where to start? Are you new to fly fishing and looking for some tips to help you catch more fish? Then, this is the class for you! Learn all the basics from rod/reel set up, basic knots, casting, presentations, and types or flies. Due to the potential danger inherent in wayward fly fishing casts, we ask that all participants be at least 10 years old. All equipment will be provided if you don't have your own. Park pass fees apply and fishing licenses are required for anyone 16 or older. Davis Ponds, Staunton 12102 S. Elk Creek Rd. Pine, CO 80470
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Learn to fish at Staunton State Park - 10:0 am
Learn to fish at Staunton State Park with CPW staff and volunteers. All equipment will be provided if you don't have your own. Clinic will be held at the Davis Ponds, no registration necessary, just drop by and give fishing a try anytime between 10am and 2pm. Park pass fees apply and fishing licenses are required for anyone 16 or older. Audience: All Ages Location: Davis Ponds Staunton 12102 S. Elk Creek Rd. Pine, CO 80470
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Intl Fly Fishing Film Fest - Telluride - 6:30 pm
Sheridan Opera House 110 North Oak Street Telluride, CO 81435 Doors open at 6:30 PM. Film begins AT 7:00 PM. Hosted by: San Miguel Watershed Coalition Tickets available at Telluride Angler and if available, tickets may be purchased at the door on the day of the event. IF4 is the world's leading fly-fishing film event, consisting of films produced by professional filmmakers from all corners of the globe and showcases the passion, lifestyle, and culture of fly fishing. It is the gathering place of the fly-fishing community and a celebration of friendship, fly-fishing stories and stoke.
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CPW Fly Fishing Basics Plus at Mueller - 9:0 am
This is the ultimate beginners class with in depth, classroom style class on equipment, how to cast, and if time, fly choice. Then end with an hour or more time on the water. Don't forget to bring a lunch! Participation in a Mueller fly fishing basics program or personal experience fly fishing is required. It is suggested that you bring your own pole to continue to hone your skills on the equipment you will use outside of the class. You must pre register for this class by calling the Visitor Center at 719-687-2366. 15 spots available. Meet at the Visitor Center. Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Description: ​​A park pass is required to access the park. Passes can be purchased for $10 at the Visitor Center from 9am-4pm. Or with cash at the self-serve station by the big info sign on your right when you enter the park. Audience: All Ages Location: Mueller State Park, 21045 Highway 67 S., Divide, CO 80814
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Fly Fishing in the Rockies RMNP - 9:0 am
Join us for this Reduced Barriers Fishing Event on the west side of the park. Meet at the Colorado River near Holzwarth Historic Site. Visitors of all abilities are invited to discover fly fishing! Learn how to read the water an dhow to tie a fly, practice casting, and earn a Jr. Angler Badge. After the fishing event, join the Kawuneeche Valley Restoration Collaborative (KVRC) from 12:30 - 1:30 pm on a walking tour to hear about wetlands restoration in the valley. Event is held in partnership with National Sports Center for the Disabled and is made possible with funding from Rocky Mountain Conservancy and National Park Foundation. Date: Saturday, August 24, 2024 Time: 9:00 AM Duration: 3 hours Location: Event is located on the west side of the park, near the Grand Lake entrance. Meet at Holzwarth Historic Site near the Colorado River. Event is free, but park entry fee and timed-entry reservations are required.
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Learn to fish at Staunton State Park with CPW - 10:0 am
Learn to fish at Staunton State Park with CPW staff and volunteers. All equipment will be provided if you don't have your own. Clinic will be held at the Davis Ponds, no registration necessary, just drop by and give fishing a try anytime between 10am and 2pm. Park pass fees apply and fishing licenses are required for anyone 16 or older. Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Audience: All Ages Location: Davis Ponds, Staunton, 12102 S. Elk Creek Rd. Pine, CO 80470
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Learn to fish at Staunton State Park with CPW - 10:0 am
Learn to fish at Staunton State Park with CPW staff and volunteers. All equipment will be provided if you don't have your own. Clinic will be held at the Davis Ponds, no registration necessary, just drop by and give fishing a try anytime between 10am and 2pm. Park pass fees apply and fishing licenses are required for anyone 16 or older. Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Audience: All Ages Location: Davis Ponds, Staunton, 12102 S. Elk Creek Rd. Pine, CO 80470
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CPW Fly Fishing Basics Plus at Mueller - 10:0 am
Learn how to fly fish and how it's different from other styles like bait fishing, trolling and spinning. This program will start at the Visitor Center but will move to the nearby Rainbow Valley Fishing Club. Equipment will be provided. Meet at the livery. This program is suggested for ages 8+. Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Description: A park pass is required to access the park. Passes can be purchased for $10 at the Visitor Center from 9am-4pm. Or with cash at the self-serve station by the big info sign on your right when you enter the park. Audience: All Ages Location: Mueller State Park, 21045 Highway 67 S., Divide, CO 80814
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Open House at RepYourWaters with CTU, Cheeky, Wing - 4:30 pm
Join CTU, RepYourWater, Locke & Co. Distilling, Cheeky Fishing, and Wingo Outdoors for a Special Happy Hour Come stop by the RepYourWaters headquarters on Thursday, September 12th, from 4pm to 7:30pm for an Open House with Locke & Co Distilling, Cheeky Fishing, Wingo Outdoors, and Colorado Trout Unlimited. We will have bourbon tasting, door prizes, games (perhaps a ping pong competition), and of course, the full line of RepYourWater gear at your disposal. IT IS FREE, so come chat fishing, see what's new, and yes, you can shop in person! 4:30pm - 7:00pm 2546 S. Main St, Erie, CO 80516
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Carp Slam XVIII
For over 15 years now, Denver Trout Unlimited has hosted Carp Slam, our annual carp on the fly tournament. It is an internationally recognized tournament to catch and release carp in the Denver South Platte River, which has resulted in over $150,000 going to South Platte River restoration and enhancement, and acted as the catalyst for additional investments of tens of millions of dollars. The South Platte Pro-Am Carp Slam randomly pairs professional and amateur anglers to compete with artificial flies (no scents) to catch and land this elusive, skittish, and highly intelligent fish. Landing one of these fish, that can go to 30 inches and weigh 18 pounds, can take a skilled angler 45 minutes. For each session pro and amateur anglers will alternate fishing for 30 minutes segments or until a carp has been caught, similar to drift boat customs.
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PPAM Youth Fishing Derby - 8:30 am
Join Pikes Peak – America's Mountain, United States Forest Service, Colorado Springs Utilities, Colorado Parks and Wildlife and volunteers for our Youth Fishing Derby on Saturday, September 14th from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Crystal Reservoir. Open to kids ages 6 - 15. No admission charge for registered child participants and their parents or guardians. All fishing equipment will be provided if you don't have your own and a short demonstration will be held to teach casting, knot tying, baiting, and fish handling before being released to the reservoir. Fishing licenses are not required for youth participants. Prizes will be awarded for several fish categories. A brief awards ceremony will be held at the end of the derby and a free lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. Come reel in some fish fun at Pikes Peak!
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Fly Fishing the Reservoirs of South Park with Mich - 6:0 pm
Michele White's home range is South Park, CO, a high alpine basin in the geographic center of Colorado, where she guides out of her fly shop Tumbling Trout. South Park is known for the Dream Stream and Eleven Mile Canyon, but there are many other beautiful places to fish. The Mosquito Range, Tarryall Mountains, and the tributaries of the South Fork and Middle Fork of the South Platt River offer engaging brook trout fishing with incredible scenery. Michele is also a geologist and writer, published in Mountain Gazette and has also penned a few books. We have a monthly raffle drawing for several prizes at the end of that night's meeting. If you're new to Trout Unlimited, you get a free raffle ticket, otherwise, there is a small fee for the raffle tickets that we use to fund our projects and speakers. The raffle prizes are varied from fly rods to fly boxes filed with flies and CCTU logo'd merchandise. Just another reason to attend the meeting! Our monthly meetings are FREE and occur on the third Tuesday of every month. The meeting doors open about 6pm for fly tying, fish stories, catching up with old friends, and meeting new friends. The meetings start at 6:30pm. CCTU September Chapter Mtg - Fly Fishing the Reservoirs of South Park with Michele White Tuesday, September 17, 2024 6:00 PM 8:30 PM Lone Tree Brewing Company 8200 Park Meadows Drive Lone Tree, CO, 80124
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Take a Friend Fishing Submissions Deadline
Take a Friend Fishing Contest Photo/narrative submissions reviewed and winners chosen. Winners chosen July 31, Oct. 31, and Feb. 28. See link for more details For the sixth consecutive year, Colorado Parks and Wildlife and our partner Colorado fishing companies are encouraging anglers to take part in our Take a Friend Fishing Contest. Experienced anglers that introduce a novice to the sport can be eligible for some high value prizes. Both mentors and mentees are eligible to win. Both the mentor as well as the mentee will receive a prize. All prizes retail between $300 - $900
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