NY Season Opener Festivities

Although the New York Trout Season officially opens on April 1st, there are several "events" staggered through the next several weeks in the Catskills area that you may want to check out.

Anglers Reunion - An evening of food, fun and comraderie on March 31st at the Rockland House in Roscoe, NY (607) 498-5765

First Cast - Beginning at 7:30 am April 10th on the Junction Pool in Roscoe, NY, the ceremonial start of the trout fishing season will be held.  Sally Jesse Raphael and Assemblyperson Aileen Gunther will make the "first cast" of the new season.  Take advantage of provided hot beverages and snacks.  At the museum expect homemade soup and cookies.  Ted Patlen will be on hand to demonstrate Italian fly tying.  Wildlife artisit Jack Yelle will also be on hand to sell and sign "2010 First Cast" limited edition prints.

Two Headed Trout Dinner - More food and fun can be found at this annual dinner attended by many fly fishing "celebrities" at the Rockland House also on April 10th.  (607) 498-5765

Hell or High Water - Celebrate the new season at the West Branch Resort in Hancock, NY starting @ 10:00 am on April 16th and concluding with the much lauded Fly Fishing Film Tour at 7:00 pm on April 17th.  Expect to see boat & pontoon demos, spey and switch casting demos, new gear displays and wood pellets.  Activities will include casting analysis, kids lessons, sporting clays and a 9 Hole Casting Competition.

Don't forget to save some time for a float or some wading in the local rivers.

Enjoy! Enjoy!