Saturday, 4/22

SuNday, 4/23

8−11AM Fly Fishing 101 (register in advance) Learn fly-fishing basics in one of our free Fly Fishing 101 classes. Perfect for beginners of all ages. Our Fly Fishing 101 classes will provide you with lessons on fly casting and outfit rigging.

12−2PM Spring Fly Fishing for Trout Join Fishing Manager Drew Nisbet for a discussion on local opportunities to fly fish for wild & stocked trout in Western New York. This seminar will discuss access points, stream conditions, and bug hatches along with the proper tackle & technique to catch more trout! Topics covered will include reading water, tight line nymphing, indicator drifting, dry fly fishing, and stripping/swinging streamers.

3−4PM Euro-nymphing Join Adam Slavinski as he explores the dynamic world of European tight- line nymphing. He will show the techniques, setup, rigging, flies, and gear used in this proven & effective method to catch more fish! Adam will discuss the local locations & conditions where European Nymphing is most effective.

12−3PM Diamonds in the Ruff Animal Rescue12PM Big Ditch Brewing Sampling

10AM−12PM Fly Fishing 201 (register in advance) If you’ve already completed Fly Fishing 101, you’re ready for the next step. Join us for a short outing on local water for a chance to catch your first fish! Class is free, and all equipment is provided.

1−3PM Advanced Streamer Tactics Join Adam Slavinski as he demonstrates and discusses the details behind successful streamer fishing. He will show various techniques on how to present a streamer in different water types, clarity and depth in addition to the type, color and size of streamer to match these conditions.

12−3PM Diamonds in the Ruff Animal Rescue