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• Save The Dates! 2024 Outings

  • Start
    01 Jan 2024
  • End
    31 Oct 2024
  • Location
    Various

  SAVE THE DATES!

  
  

  The Outings committee has outings planned for most of the months of 2024 and invites you to come along. Please take a look at what is planned and mark your calendar for the one(s) that interest you. An event for you to register will be posted soon.

  
  

  Outings are a wonderful way to meet BVFF members and fly fishing friends in a fun and relaxed setting. For 2024, the committee has chosen a couple of new waters to fish. Both the Selway/Lochsa Rivers and Bear/Blackfoot Rivers hold cutthroat trout that are part of our Idaho Cutthroat Challenge.
  

  
  

  Thank you to all of our volunteer Hosts! Your pre-outing planning and efforts to gather information about the outing fishery are greatly appreciated.

  
  

  We'd like to have a co-Host for each event to assist the Host with planning and on-site needs for the outing. Please consider co-Hosting an outing that shows only a Host and send your interest to Outings@BVFF.com. Thank you.

  Outings are shown in this format:

  
  

  Month

  Outing

  Date

  Host/co-Host

  Location

  
  

  February

  Virtual Whitefish Derby

  2/1 - 2/29

  Brian Martin

  Anywhere in Idaho

  
  

  March

  2024 Steve Banks Memorial Whitefish Derby

  3/23

  Glenn Anders/Brian Martin

  SF Boise

  
  

  April

  Duck Valley

  4/25 - 4/28

  Mark Aldridge

  Duck Valley, Mountain View Reservoir

  
  

  May

  Bruneau Dunes/CJ Strike

  5/16 - 5/19

  Mike Wiendenfeld/Brian Martin

  Bruneau State Park

  
  

  June

  Henry's Fork

  6/13 - 6/16

  Paul Gray

  Ashton

  
  

  July

  Selway/Lochsa

  7/4 - 7/7

  Mark Aldridge

  Selway

  
  

  August

  Bear River/Blackfoot River

  8/22 - 8/25

  Bert Williams/Jeff Jones

  Soda Springs

  
  

  September

  McCall/Cascade

  9/19 - 9/22

  Tom Old

  McCall

  
  

  October

  Return to Duck Valley

  10/17 - 10/20

  Ron Kaye/Nute Davis

  Duck Valley

  
  

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• BVFF Online Auction 2024

  • Start
    26 Mar 2024
  •  
    1:00 PM
  • End
    15 Jun 2024
  • Location
    Online

  Boise Valley Fly Fishers present

  3rd ANNUAL ONLINE AUCTION
  

  Mar 26 - ???, 2024

  Tuesday      Mar 26

  Saturday  ???  (Jun 15 latest)  or all items listed are sold

  • Artwork
  • Guided trips (Certificates)
  • Fly Fishing Gear & Clothing
  • Fly Tying

  BVFF is announcing the 3rd annual online auction.  For sale are new items donated at the Western Idaho Fly Fishing Expo last January.  This auction is a great opportunity to acquire some new gear or artwork at a great price. BVFF has many activities ongoing, supporting fly fishing education, community conservation projects, and access awareness.  The group outings and events for members are a great value for membership-- your purchases help fund BVFF.

  ONLINE AUCTION:

  • Auction items are listed at the BVFF Store HERE when the auction goes live.
  • You needn't be a BVFF member to purchase, but BVFF members receive a discounted price  [ Member Benefit ]
  • Items must be purchased online with credit/debit card-  no cash sales.

  • Items must be picked up in person-- no mailing or shipping.  (See Pickup schedule).

  • Item pricing will be periodically discounted until all items are sold or the auction is terminated.

  Check the BVFF Store for rules and instructions.  For most items we have only one to sell, so don't defer to get that rock bottom discount-- go after the item before someone beats you to it.  (This IS a BVFF fund raiser)

  ITEM PICKUP SCHEDULE:

  Purchased Items can be arranged for pickup (select at purchase) as follows:

  • April 13:  General Meeting (Boise Elks Lodge)
  • May 9:     General Meeting (Boise Elks Lodge)
  • June 13:  General Meeting (Boise Elks Lodge)
  • By Special arrangement

  

  The Boise Valley Fly Fishers is the oldest fly fishing organization in Idaho, founded in 1971. The Boise metropolitan area has grown significantly in the past few years, and so has the local interest in fly fishing.  Our mission to promote the sport of fly-fishing through education and conservation activities is dependent upon a successful Expo. Instruction in fly tying, casting, and fly fishing ethics has been the foundation of this event.

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• April Outing: Duck Valley, Mt View Reservoir 2024

  • Start
    25 Apr 2024
  • End
    28 Apr 2024
  • Location
    Mountain View Reservoir, Idaho
  • Registered
    15 registrants

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  Duck Valley - Mountain View Reservoir Outing - 2024

  Based on weather and lake conditions

  Date: April 25 - 28, 2024

  **********UPDATE FROM YOUR HOST**********

  For those attending the DV Outing:

  Fishing reports from DV last week indicate that dark colored chironomids under and indy are doing well, followed by trolled olive leeches. Stayner duck tails have also caught fish.

  We suggest getting Tribal fishing licenses at Idaho Angler or Cabela's in Boise rather than DV.

  Expect morning temps in the low to mid 30s with wind chill and afternoon temps in the 40s. Expect 18 to 24 mph winds. DRESS WARM! We suggest leaving float tubes and shallow draft boats at home.

  Mountain View Lake Campsite #4 will be the BVFF HQ for the outing. An advance party will recon Mt. View Lake on Thursday and Friday.

  We will have some light snacks on Friday night and Tom Old has generously offered to provide Dutch Oven cooked elk roasts on Saturday night at 6 PM. Please bring a side dish or dessert - thus far we have baked beans, mashed potatoes/gravy and oven fresh baked rolls. Please bring your own chairs and cups.

  If you signed up for the outing and aren't coming, please call/text/email that you are not coming so we don't waste club money buying food that will go uneaten.

  Let's catch some fish!

  Mark Aldridge, Outing Host, 208-817-3309, aldridge1958@gmail.com

  
  

  This stillwater fishery is known for some fantastic Spring fishing at a time when many local rivers are too high to safely wade and others are closed to fishing. Come on out to try your hand at catching some of the largest rainbow trout southwest Idaho has to offer.

  
  

  Go to our Outings Blog page HERE for detailed information about this event.

  If you decide to join us On The Water With BVFF, register on this page.

  
  

  Tight Lines,

  Your Outings Committee

  
  

  Liability Waiver

  By registering, I affirm that I am voluntarily participating in the following event:

  NAME: Duck Valley - Mountain View Reservoir Outing - 2024

  DATES: April 25 - 28, 2024

  and I further acknowledge that I know and understand the inherent risks. I assume full responsibility for any and all sickness, injuries, or damages that may occur to me as a result of participating in the named event. By registering, I acknowledge that BVFF is not responsible for any illness or injury associated with my participation in the named event. And I further acknowledge that any photos taken during the event may be used by the organization.

  
  

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• BT's Fly Tying Friday: Beatty – The Beattys At The Vise

  • When
    26 Apr 2024
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom / FaceBook Streaming

  These sessions are presented by Al and Gretchen Beatty

  Both Beattys will be at the vise on Friday 26 April 2024 at 6 PM MDT to share a few tips and tricks while tying a Drowned Trico & a Bullet Head Stonefly. You’ll learn an interesting bit of information about tricos (originally from Gary LaFontaine) and how to rearrange hair on the hook AFTER it’s been placed but before it’s set in concrete with a whip-finish.

  The WEEKLY TIP will be a surprise.

  The Beattys are inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

  Topic: BT’s Fly Tying Friday – 26Apr24 – 6 PM MDT – The Beattys At The Vise

  Time: Apr 26, 2024 05:30 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada)

  Join Zoom Meeting

  https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82528018896?pwd=1b346ALZ13GnjR7vzNGznlHzBfuDnw.1Meeting ID: 825 2801 8896

  Passcode: 983439

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• Graylings Coffee Meet

  • When
    30 Apr 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    Moxie Java

  BVFF monthly Graylings coffee klatsch

  The BVFF Graylings meet on the Tuesday following the scheduled club outing for coffee, and a lively (mostly) discussion of fishing, fishing stories, the recent club outing, current events, and to plan fishing trips outside the scheduled club outings.

  Graylings will meet at 0900 at

  Moxie Java

  4990 East Chinden Boulevard

  Garden City, ID

  It is not required to register.

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• May BOD Meeting

  • When
    02 May 2024
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Cobby's II, Garden City and ZOOM
  • Registered
    Be the first

  Register

  MONTHLY BVFF BOARD MEETING

  

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• Idaho2Fly 2FlyDerby: BVFF Member Drawing

  • When
    09 May 2024
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Drawing-- on-line registration

  Register

  A special opportunity for all BVFF members!

  Idaho2Fly will be holding their annual fund raising event, the 2FlyDerby,  scheduled for Saturday June 8.  This very special event is held at Ron Sali's ranch on Eagle Island, with a private 100 acre lake, and is limited to invitation only.  BVFF has been a proud partner with Idaho2Fly in their work to support men with cancer. The BOD has approved the purchase of one spot at the annual Idaho2Fly Derby, to be made available by raffle to one lucky BVFF member, in support of Idaho2Fly.

  See Idaho2Fly event description HERE.

  BVFF will hold a drawing for this complementary spot, open to all BVFF members in good standing who wish to participate.  Simply register here for this event, and you will be entered into the drawing.

  There is no fee for entering the drawing.

  ****  Please do not enter the drawing if you are ****

  ****     unable to attend the event on June 8.    ****

  ****         Available to BVFF members ONLY         ****

  Drawing Registration closes on May 9 at 12:00 PM

  The drawing will be held at the BVFF Membership meeting May 9, and the winner notified as soon as possible. You must be registered for the drawing by 12:00 Noon on May 9

  More about the Derby:
  

  • Saturday June  8, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Ron Sali's ranch on Eagle Island-- 100 acre lake, plus 32 acre Scentsy Lake
  • Lunch provided
  • 30" rainbow trout and 10 Lb largemouth bass in the lake!
  • 6 hours of dry fly or wet fly fishing in a fun and friendly derby.
  • For more information, go to www.Idaho2Fly.org

  The funds raised by this event help support the Idaho2Fly retreats and support services for Idaho men with cancer. BVFF is a supporter of Idaho2Fly.

  
  

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• May Monthly General Meeting

  • When
    09 May 2024
  •  
    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Boise Elks Lodge 6608 W Fairview Ave.
  • Registered
    5 registrants

  Register

  May General Membership Meeting

  SPECIAL NOTE:

  • This meeting is in-person at the Elks Lodge Boise
  • Please register your planned attendance
  • Elks Lodge in-person attendance will be limited
  • While attending in-person, please consider masking when not eating or drinking.
  • If you are feeling ill, please do not attend.

  

  AGENDA:

    6:00  PM:  Pre-Meeting Social

    7:00 PM:  BVFF Business & Updates

    7:30 PM:  Feature Presentation:

  Fishing the Cicadas Hatch

  Ken Burkeholder

  Get Out and Go Fishing in 2024

  Leave it better than you found it

  
  

  BVFF Board of Directors & Officers

  

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• May Outing: Bruneau Dunes SP / CJ Strike Res

  • Start
    16 May 2024
  • End
    19 May 2024
  • Location
    Bruneau Sand Dunes State Park
  • Registered
    6 registrants

  Register

  Bruneau Dunes Outing 2024

  May 16^th (Thursday) to May 19^th (Sunday)

  
  

  Outing Type:	Annual event with WFFI group BBQ at 4:00 PM on Saturday the 18th. Day Trip or Camp at State Park Reservations are required for the State Park for RV’s and Tents.  There is no group camping. :http://parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/
  Fish Species:	Popper Slam Small Mouth Bass Panfish Trout
  Boat/Float Tube Access	Good float tube and boat access at Cove Arm and Crane Falls Reservoirs as wells as CJ Strike Reservoir
  Wading:	Limited
  Distance from Boise:	70 miles. Interstate 84 to Highway 51 then on State 78 to the State Park.
  Other:	There is a $10.00 fee unless you have a Idaho Parks Pass or RV reservations.
  BVFF Host:	Mike Wiedenfeld mike.wiedenfeld@gmail.com 208-922-5167 or Outings@bvff.com
  Questions:	First contact the host. If no response, contact Outings@bvff.com

  
  

  Liability Waiver

  By registering, I affirm that I am voluntarily participating in the following event:

  NAME: Bruneau Dunes Outing 2024

  DATES: May 16-19, 2024

  and I further acknowledge that I know and understand the inherent risks. I assume full responsibility for any and all sickness, injuries, or damages that may occur to me as a result of participating in the named event. By registering, I acknowledge that BVFF is not responsible for any illness or injury associated with my participation in the named event. And I further acknowledge that any photos taken during the event may be used by the organization.

  
  

  NOTE:

  This park is popular in the spring.  You should make reservations for a campsite ASAP if you intend to go.   (There is no longer a group campsite). 

  Please Register!   We need an accurate count for the BBQ.  We will also need your help as BVFF is a co-host for the BBQ. BVFF will supply the hamburgers, chicken sausage and rolls. WFFI will provide pot-luck dishes.

  EVENT SUMMARY:
  

  This event is a BVFF sponsored event in collaboration with the Women Fly Fishers of Idaho (WFFI) fly fishing club!

  This is a great family time and angling event with large Bluegill and Bass fishing. Beside the pond at the sand dunes there is excellent fishing at the Snake River, Cove Arm, Crane Falls, Bruneau River and CJ Strike Reservoir. Bring your float tube or pontoon boat. In the past Pico Spiders, Pico Blanco’s (aka Blanco Pico), white spiders, small bass plugs, mouse patterns, and Stayner Ducktails have been productive, but check with the local fly shops for recommendation.

  Links to Idaho Fish and Wildlife Fish Planner:

  Cove Arm:

  https://idfg.idaho.gov/ifwis/fishingplanner/water/1158636429700

  Crane Falls:

  https://idfg.idaho.gov/ifwis/fishingplanner/water/1158428429656

  CJ Strike:

  https://idfg.idaho.gov/ifwis/fishingplanner/water/1158134429738

  
  

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• Graylings Coffee Meet

  • When
    21 May 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    Moxie Java

  BVFF monthly Graylings coffee klatsch

  The BVFF Graylings meet on the Tuesday following the scheduled club outing for coffee, and a lively (mostly) discussion of fishing, fishing stories, the recent club outing, current events, and to plan fishing trips outside the scheduled club outings.

  Graylings will meet at 0900 at

  Moxie Java

  4990 East Chinden Boulevard

  Garden City, ID

  It is not required to register.

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• Idaho2Fly 2024 2Fly Derby

  • When
    08 Jun 2024
  •  
    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Ron Sali Ranch

  This is an Idaho2Fly event, not sponsored by BVFF.

  The 2FlyDerby is the major fund raising event for Idaho2Fly during the year.  The event will be held at Ron Sali's ranch on Eagle Island, with a private 100 acre lake, with limited attendance.

  More about the Derby:

  • Saturday June 8, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Ron Sali's ranch on Eagle Island
  • Lakeside catered lunch
  • 100 acres of water with additional access to 30 acre Scentsy Lake
  • 1600 lbs of fish recently stocked.
  • 30" rainbow trout and 10 Lb largemouth bass in the lake!
  • Door prizes provided by Scheels

  Entry Fee:  $500 or $800 for guided drift boat

  Limited sales of 70 tickets

  For more information, go to Idaho2Fly.org.

  The funds raised by this event help support the Idaho2Fly retreats and support services for Idaho men with cancer.  BVFF is a supporter of Idaho2Fly.

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• June Outing: Henry's Fork and Surrounding Fisheries

  • Start
    13 Jun 2024
  • End
    16 Jun 2024
  • Location
    Ashton,Idaho
  • Registered
    5 registrants

  Register

  Henry's Fork River and Surrounding Area Fisheries Outing 2024

  Thursday, June 13 thru Sunday, June 16

  The world famous Henry's Fork is located in eastern Idaho and is a relatively short drive from the Boise area. This outing has become a regular for BVFF since 2022 when John Proveaux and Scott Lieberg hosted. If the Henry's Fork is not your cup of tea, there are myriad other rivers and stillwater opportunities withing a short drive. 

  Go to our Outings Blog page HERE for detailed information about this event.

  If you decide to join us On The Water With BVFF, register on this page.

  Tight Lines,

  Your Outings Committee and Host Paul Gray

  
  

  Liability Waiver

  By registering, I affirm that I am voluntarily participating in the following event:

  NAME: Henry's Fork and Surrounding Area Fisheries 2024 Outing

  DATES: June 13-16, 2024

  and I further acknowledge that I know and understand the inherent risks. I assume full responsibility for any and all sickness, injuries, or damages that may occur to me as a result of participating in the named event. By registering, I acknowledge that BVFF is not responsible for any illness or injury associated with my participation in the named event. And I further acknowledge that any photos taken during the event may be used by the organization.

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• Jun Monthly General Meeting

  • When
    13 Jun 2024
  •  
    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Boise Elks Lodge 6608 W Fairview Ave.
  • Registered
    Be the first

  Register

  Jun General Membership Meeting

  SPECIAL NOTE:

  • This meeting is in-person at the Elks Lodge Boise
  • Please register your planned attendance
  • Elks Lodge in-person attendance will be limited
  • While attending in-person, please consider masking when not eating or drinking.
  • If you are feeling ill, please do not attend.

  

  AGENDA:

    6:00  PM:  Pre-Meeting Social

    7:00 PM:  BVFF Business & Updates

    7:30 PM:  Feature Presentation:

  Fishing the Clark Fork River

  Lance Woodall

  Get Out and Go Fishing in 2024

  Leave it better than you found it

  BVFF Board of Directors & Officers

  

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• Graylings Coffee Meet

  • When
    18 Jun 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    Moxie Java

  BVFF monthly Graylings coffee klatsch

  The BVFF Graylings meet on the Tuesday following the scheduled club outing for coffee, and a lively (mostly) discussion of fishing, fishing stories, the recent club outing, current events, and to plan fishing trips outside the scheduled club outings.

  Graylings will meet at 0900 at

  Moxie Java

  4990 East Chinden Boulevard

  Garden City, ID

  It is not required to register.

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• July Outing: Selway, Lochsa, Clearwater Outing

  • Start
    04 Jul 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • End
    07 Jul 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
  • Registered
    2 registrants

  Register

  2024 Selway, Lochsa, Clearwater Outing

  Date: July 4 - 7, 2024

  
  

  Begin your Cutthroat Slam journey with Idaho's native Westslope cutthroat trout in some of the most amazing country you'll ever see!

  Go to our Outings Blog page HERE for detailed information about this event.

  If you decide to join us On The Water With BVFF, register on this page.

  
  

  Tight Lines,

  Your Outings Committee

  
  

  Liability Waiver

  By registering, I affirm that I am voluntarily participating in the following event:

  NAME: 2024 Selway, Lochsa, Clearwater Outing

  DATES: July 4 - 7, 2024

  and I further acknowledge that I know and understand the inherent risks. I assume full responsibility for any and all sickness, injuries, or damages that may occur to me as a result of participating in the named event. By registering, I acknowledge that BVFF is not responsible for any illness or injury associated with my participation in the named event. And I further acknowledge that any photos taken during the event may be used by the organization.

  
  

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• BVFF Annual Picnic and Volunteer Appreciation

  • When
    11 Jul 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM - 9:25 PM
  • Location
    Kristin Armstrong Park, Boise
  • Registered
    Be the first

  Register

  BVFF Annual Picnic and Volunteer Appreciation

  Please join the BVFF club for the annual Picnic

  This is a family event, and a club tradition from its inception

  BVFF will provide hamburgers and hotdogs, attendees are requested to bring:

  •  a side dish to share
  •  beverage(s) of your choice.  Please, no glass bottles

  Please register for this event, including guests, so that we have an accurate head count for the event.

  Please register before Jul 7.

  Event Location:

  We will be again meeting at the Willow picnic site in Kristin Armstrong Municipal Park in Boise. 

  Kristin Armstrong Municiple Park

  500 S Walnut Street

  Boise, ID

  
  

  See the park map HERE.

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• Return to Duck Valley - Fall 2024 Outing

  • Start
    17 Oct 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    20 Oct 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Duck Valley Reservation Mountain View Reservoir
  • Registered
    12 registrants

  Register

  Duck Valley - Mountain View Reservoir Outing - 2024

  Based on weather and lake conditions

  Date: October 17-20, 2024

  This stillwater fishery is known for some fantastic Fall fishing as the fish gorge themselves to fatten up for the long winter. Come on out to try your hand at catching some of the largest rainbow trout southwest Idaho has to offer.

  Go to our Outings Blog page HERE for detailed information about this event.

  If you decide to join us On The Water With BVFF, register on this page.

  Tight Lines,

  Your Outings Committee

  
  

  Liability Waiver

  By registering, I affirm that I am voluntarily participating in the following event:

  NAME: Return to Duck Valley - Mountain View Reservoir Outing - Fall 2024

  DATES: October 17-20, 2024

  and I further acknowledge that I know and understand the inherent risks. I assume full responsibility for any and all sickness, injuries, or damages that may occur to me as a result of participating in the named event. By registering, I acknowledge that BVFF is not responsible for any illness or injury associated with my participation in the named event. And I further acknowledge that any photos taken during the event may be used by the organization.

  
  

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• 20th Western Idaho Fly Fishing Expo 2025

  • Start
    31 Jan 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • End
    01 Feb 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Expo Idaho

  Boise Valley Fly Fishers present

  WESTERN IDAHO FLY FISHING EXPO 2025
  

  Jan 31 - Feb 1, 2025

  Friday      Jan 31:  TBD

  Saturday  Feb 1:   TBD

  • Two Indoor casting ponds
  • Over 60 Exhibitors
  • Presentations from fly fishing experts
  • Fly Tying Theater plus  demonstration fly tyers

  The Boise Valley Fly Fishers are pleased to announce the 18th Annual Western Idaho Fly Fishing Expo to be held on January 31-February 1, 2025.  This event is now one of the premier fly fishing shows in the Northwest.

  The event will be held at Expo Idaho (www.expoidaho.com) in Garden City, Idaho, with indoor casting ponds, demonstration fly tying, and a fly tying theater that will showcase the art and skills of creating hand-tied flies.  Educational presentations on fly fishing and destination fly fishing by local and regional experts.  This year the Expo will highlight fly fishing education, with experts covering topics of how to fish, where to fish, casting, entomology, and tackle setups for both new and experienced anglers.

  Be sure your fly fishing friends, neighbors, and relatives are aware of the event.  Join them in attending.

  ENTRANCE FEES:

  TBD

  The Boise Valley Fly Fishers is the oldest fly fishing organization in Idaho, founded in 1971. The Boise metropolitan area has grown significantly in the past few years, and so has the local interest in fly fishing.  Our mission to promote the sport of fly-fishing through education and conservation activities is dependent upon a successful Expo. Instruction in fly tying, casting, and fly fishing ethics has been the foundation of this event.  We plan to expand our educational workshops this year, while continuing a wide range of dynamic lectures.

  SEE www.BVFFExpo.com or www.IdahoFlyFishingExpo.com for more information.

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