Ausable River Two-Fly Challenge

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Fly Fishing In The Ausable: The Two-Fly Challenge

May 15 - 17, 2025

The Ausable River Two-Fly Challenge was founded to celebrate the joy of fishing, the spirit of sportsmanship, the preservation of the Ausable River, and natural wonders of the Whiteface Region. 

Here is a brief look at what to expect:

Thursday evening kicks off with Beer, Band and Bonfires at the Town Beach. Featuring live music and local food trucks. A night to feel the local flavor while relaxing by the Ausable and catching up with old friends. 

Friday morning is a day of awesome fishing the West Branch of the Ausable followed by the Fly Tyer's Reception. At the event you will get to grab some grub, enjoy some local music and tell you tales of the day while learning new techniques from our talented tyers. 

Saturday starts out with another great day on the water with another shot at getting your prized trout. The evening concludes with the Annual Two-Fly Banquet where there are raffles and prizes!

2024 Sponsors

Thank you to UFirst Federal Credit Union, Mountain Valley Federal Credit Union, High Peaks Cyclery, KOA, The Deadly Woolly Buggers, Adirondack Chocolates, and High Peaks Builders for sponsoring the 2024 Ausable River Two-Fly Challenge.

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The 411

Rules for the catch-and-release tournament are simple: anglers are allowed to bring two barb-less hook flies of any combination or patterns. Once the flies are lost or unusable, he or she is out. Anglers must fish with a partner and each must record the total number of fish caught, the length of each fish, and the cumulative number of inches. Only fish handled by the angler and successfully released will count as caught fish. The winner is determined by the highest cumulative length of each fish caught. 

Each fisherman can choose just two flies to user per day. They must pick their flies they will use at the beginning of the day. If the lose them, they are done. Official rules are sent with registration confirmations. 

Book your room with one of the Whiteface Region's lodging properties to secure a spot!

Registration

Registration information for the 2025 event is coming soon. Check back in 2025 for more details.

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