Catskills Charmed Circle Fly Classic

The CCCC is a catch-and-release fly fishing classic within the famed Charmed Circle of the Catskills.

West Kill Brewing

Welcome to the Catskills Charmed Circle Fly Classic!Whether you're a seasoned angler or just starting out, this event is perfect for all skill levels.

The CCCC is all about conservation, community, and education. The aim of the event is not only to bring local anglers together in a unique setting, but to highlight the importance of conservation, community, and education in maintaining the natural beauty of the famed Charmed Circle fishery. With an emphasis on safe practices and sustainability in safeguarding the waterways of the Catskills region and beyond, the hope is to create an environment where residents and visitors alike are able to learn and experience the natural wonders of our pristine streams and rivers.The CCCC is a collaboration between <a href="https://houseflyfishing.com" title="https://houseflyfishing.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Housefly Fishing</a> of Hawley, PA and <a href="https://www.westkillbrewing.com" title="https://www.westkillbrewing.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">West Kill Brewing</a> of West Kill, NY.Over the course of two days, individual anglers or teams of two will fish for the chance to win some great prizes! All proceeds (after costs) will go toward <a href="https://tgf.org/" title="https://tgf.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Theodore Gordon Flyfishers</a> and their conservation efforts in the area.

Participating anglers will compete in the following categories:Most Species Caught (any and all NYS/PA legal game fish)Longest Fish <ul><li>Brook Trout</li><li>Brown Trout</li><li>Rainbow Trout</li><li>Smallmouth Bass</li><li>Carp</li></ul>Heaviest Garbage Bag (most trash retrieved from waterways by weight)Bodies of water open to the CCCC*:River Systems:SchoharieEsopusNeversinkRondoutWillowemocBeaverkillDelaware (West &amp; East Branches)&amp; All Public Tributaries of the AboveReservoirs:NeversinkRondoutPepactonSchoharieCannonsville&amp; All Public Ponds &amp; Lakes within the Catskills Region*Waterways are subject to closures based on temperature readings at the time of the Classic.

SCHEDULE:Wednesday, June 12th - Friday, June 14th: Registration Pick-Up* (See below for locations)Each individual or team may retrieve their captain's bag from one of the pick-up locations* between Wednesday 6/12 and Friday 6/14. Each bag will include CCCC rules and some extra goodies!Saturday, June 15th @ Sunrise: Fishing Begins!Each individual or team may officially begin fishing on Saturday 6/15 at sunrise, and continue on into the night and next morning. Note: You don't have to start that early if you don't want to!Sunday, June 16th @ 2 PM: Tallies Due at West Kill BrewingEach individual or team must turn in their scorecards to the judges by 2 pm at West Kill Brewing located at 2173 Spruceton Road, West Kill, NY. A reception will follow at the brewery from 2:30 pm - 6:30 pm which will include a buffet, raffle, awards, drinks, additional vendors, &amp; so much more!*Pick-Up Locations:<a href="https://houseflyfishing.com/" title="https://houseflyfishing.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Housefly Fishing</a>217 Main Avenue, Hawley, PA 18428Open Thursday 6/13 - Friday 6/14 | 10 AM - 6 PM<a href="https://www.westkillbrewing.com/" title="https://www.westkillbrewing.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">West Kill Supply</a>602 Broadway, Unit 2, Kingston, NY 12401Open Wednesday 6/12 - Friday 6/14 | 3 PM - 10 PM<a href="https://www.westkillbrewing.com/" title="https://www.westkillbrewing.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">West Kill Brewing</a>2173 Spruceton Road, West Kill, NY 12492Open Friday 6/14 | 12 PM - 8 PM<a href="https://thedelawareriverclub.com/" title="https://thedelawareriverclub.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The Delaware River Club</a>1228 Winterdale Road, Starlight, PA 18461Open Wednesday 6/12 - Friday 6/14 | 9 AM - 6 PM<a href="https://detteflies.com/" title="https://detteflies.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Dette Flies</a>13 Main St, Livingston Manor, NY 12758Open Wednesday 6/12 - Friday 6/14 | 8 AM - 6 PM

COST:$100/team of one angler$150/team of two anglers (we will reach out to the purchaser for teammate's name)WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION:<ul><li>A Captain's Bag with CCCC informational materials, an official measuring device, a garbage bag for cleaning up the riverbeds, and some fun swag from our corporate sponsors</li><li>2 drink tickets per angler</li><li>1 buffet ticket per angler</li><li>1 raffle ticket per angler</li><li>The opportunity to win some great prizes!</li></ul>Anglers and their friends &amp; family are welcome to purchase additional food, drink and/or raffle tickets at the event.Remember, this is all for a great cause!

RULES:IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO READ, UNDERSTAND, AND FOLLOW ALL RULES AND REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CLASSIC.<ul><li>This event is a catch-photo-release, fly-fishing-only classic with teams of one or two anglers.</li><li>The minimum fish size for entry is 10 inches. We do this to ensure smaller fish are released safely and quickly.</li><li>Fish must be handled carefully, photographed at the water level alongside the official measuring device, and released. All photos should have a time and date stamp. If you are unsure about best practices for catch &amp; release fishing, review them. Remember, always keep fish wet!</li><li>Angling must occur between sunrise on Saturday 6/15 to 1:59 PM on Sunday 6/16. Fishing will be limited to the Charmed Circle on public water only. In the weeks and days preceding the event, participants will receive updates on temperatures for the approved waterways. If a tributary is determined to be too warm, it will be closed to CCCC anglers.</li><li>All fish must be caught on a barbless artificial fly using fly fishing gear. Put your spinners away for this one, folks.</li><li>Entrants must be 21+ unless accompanied by a guardian.</li><li>All participants must have a current NYS and/or PA fishing license to be presented at registration and all anglers must obey all NYS and PA fishing laws.</li><li>By registering for this event, you affirm that you are voluntarily participating in the aforementioned activity entirely at your own risk. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Housefly Fishing, West Kill Brewing, Theodore Gordon Flyfishers, &amp; the Catskills Charmed Circle Fly Classic against any and all claims, suits or actions of any kind.</li><li>Violation of any of the above rules will result in disqualification.</li><li>Be cool &amp; have fun! We're doing this for conservation!</li></ul>

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