“Fly fishing is the most fun you can have standing up.” — Arnold Gingrich
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. — The 12th annual Western Colorado Fly Fishing Exposition is back again Saturday, April 10, in Grand Junction. The event is sponsored by the Grand Valley Anglers Chapter of Trout Unlimited and the Federation of Fly Fishers. The Expo will be held at the DoubleTree Hotel located at I-70 and Horizon Drive. Doors open at 9 a.m. and the Expo runs until 4 p.m.
In recent years, the event has been geared toward introducing young people to fishing. There will be fly-tying instruction for kids all day, casting instruction, casting contests with many prizes including fly rods and reels, and special youth programs. Admission to the Expo is free and kids are provided a free T-shirt.
In addition to youth activities, the Expo will feature:
• Some of the best fly tyers from Colorado and the West demonstrating their skills.
• Hourly fishing programs on subjects such as fishing the Roaring Fork Valley, youth fly fishing, fishing in Idaho, fishing photography, and fishing the Uncompahgre River.
• Raffles, vendors, silent auctions, youth and adult door prizes.
• BBQ lunch at noon.
• Casting instruction/equipment demonstrations/contests.
There will also be a banquet, program, and auction Saturday night at the DoubleTree. This year's program is titled “Family-FlyFishing-Fun.” Advanced reservations are needed to attend the banquet. Cost is $25
For more information, contact mccallsr@gmail.com or call Pat and Carol at 434-3912 or Steve at 210-7941, or visit www.grand-valley-anglers.org.
GO & DO
What: 12th annual W. Colo. Fly Fishing Expo
When: Saturday, April 10, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: DoubleTree Hotel, 743 Horizon Drive
Cost: Free
Info: 434-3912
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