Sunday 5/4/25
Sunday, 5/4
Fly Tying Demonstrations
10am- 1pm
The BFFF3 will feature some of the best fly-tyers in the Northeast, focusing on the classic patterns of Maine, the Catskills, and the Battenkill. During the day, they'll be set up in the fitness studio.
There will be hourly presentations and seminars with projection and audio to follow along.
Fitness Center Studio, Arlington Common Campus
9am- 1pm
“Celebrating the Wilderness of the Last 250 Years” Art Exhibit
Watkins House, Arlington Common Campus
Fly Fishing Festivities at the Arlington Rec Park
9:00am - 12:00pm
Join Certified Fly Fishing International fly casting instructors Douglas Goosen, Pat Johnson and Dave Coffey as they offer expert fly casting demonstrations and instuction at the pond in the Arlington Rec Park.
9:00am - 10:00am
Bugs of the Battenkill - Join us for a family-friendly workshop about the Battenkill’s bugs and ecology! Explore the river bank for various aquatic macroinvertebrates, and learn the basics of fly selection with a "match the hatch" activity. This short program has been specifically designed for families. - Declan McCabe - Professor of Ecology, Saint Michael’s College
10:00am
Riparian Tree Planting on the Battenkill - Join us in giving back to the Battenkill River at this community tree planting event, hosted on the final day of the 4th annual Battenkill Fly Fishing Festival.
Led by the Battenkill Watershed Alliance, Trout Unlimited staff, and the Southwestern Vermont TU Chapter, this hands-on effort supports ongoing restoration of the river’s riparian habitat—essential for the health of the watershed and the wild trout that call it home.
Volunteers of all ages are welcome. Trees, tools, water, coffee, and snacks will be provided. Please dress for the weather and wear appropriate footwear—this event will be held rain or shine.
Come close out the festival with purpose, connection, and stewardship. REGISTER NOW
10am - 11:00 am
Women teaching Women with SWVT TU members and Casting for Recovery Teachers Seline Skoug, Bonnie Daly and Jody Visconti and other expert female casting instructors, for an interactive workshop on the basics of casting, gear, fly selection, and safe river navigation. Sixteen spots are available on a first- come, first-served basis. Donations are appreciated to support the BFFF commitment to conservation work on the Battenkill.
Email wbullo.67@gmail.com to reserve a spot.
Guide Seminars - Arlington Rec Park
11 AM
Delve into the art of the Dry Fly Presentation alongside Orvis Endorsed Guide of the Year Nominee, Brew Moscarello. This On-The-Water Workshop will explore the many techniques designed to elevate the prowess of the dry fly angler.
12 PM
Learn the techniques for fishing the trout waters of Southwestern Vermont with Christan Betit, the owner of Green Mountain Anglers
Arlington Rec Park
Presentations - The Performance Hall
10 - 10:45am
Observation, Approach, Presentation and Pattern: Hunting for Apex Brown Trout
Doug Lyons, Author of The Fly Fishing Guide to the Battenkill
11-11:45 AM
Traditional British fly tying and how it inspired American trout fly design.
John Shaner, Angling Historian and renowned Catskill fly-tyer.