Ausable River Two-Fly Challenge | Wilmington, NY | May 15-17, 2025
- 5753 New York 86 Wilmington, NY, 12997 United States (map)
Celebrate 25 Years of the Ausable River Two-Fly Challenge
Fly fishing on the Ausable River near Wilmington, NY.
The Ausable River Two-Fly Challenge was established 25 years ago to celebrate the joy of fishing, promote sportsmanship, preserve the Ausable River, and showcase the natural wonders of the Whiteface Region in the Adirondacks.
Today, it's an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow anglers while honoring the historic fly fishing culture of the Ausable River! In addition to the competition, attendees can enjoy fly-tying events, hear from celebrity guest speakers, participate in skills clinics, savor offerings from local food vendors, and enjoy music and brews.
Registration is now open.
Three days full of fantastic fishing fun.
2025’s organizers have created an exciting event schedule for this year’s Two-Fly Challenge.
They continue to update the roster and make changes, so check the official website for the latest information.
Thursday May 15
5:00 pm — Competitor Meeting and a Pint at Hungry Trout Fly Shop, followed by an opening party on the West Branch Ausable.
Enjoy refreshments from Common Roots Brewing, Dubbs BBQ, and a live band! It's a night to taste the local flavor while relaxing by the Ausable and catching up with old friends.
Friday, May 16
6:30 am to 6:30 pm - Fish with your two flies all day
11:00 am to 2:00 pm — Take a break from casting to stop by the porch party BBQ at Hungry Trout Fly Shop, where you'll find tunes, food, and brews.
7:30 pm — The Fly Tying Tour announces the season-long Fly Tying Tour winner across Northeast Breweries. Starting at 7:30 pm, there will be tying exhibitions, introductions, and a light competition. Those not tying are still encouraged to join the festivities. Check the website for the location.
Saturday, May 16
6:30 am to 5:00 pm - Fish with your two flies all day
5:00 pm — Once casting closes, the fun begins. Starting at 5:00 pm, there will be a cocktail hour at the Hungry Trout preceding the annual awards ceremony, featuring raffles, auctions, and celebrity rod and fly designer Joe Goodspeed as a guest speaker.
For more complete information, visit the event website.
Tournament rules.
Rules for the catch-and-release tournament are simple: anglers can bring two barbless hook flies of any combination or pattern. Once the flies are lost or unusable, he or she is out.
Anglers must fish with a partner and 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. Official rules are sent with registration confirmations.
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