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The 2025 Wasatch Expo is March 28-29th at the Mountain America Expo Center - All things Fly Fishing About 80 vendors are expected.
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The Wasatch Intermountain Fly Tying and Fly Fishing Expo is a gathering of fly fishermen and women, fly tyers, fishing guides, destination outfitters, and fly fishing equipment vendors held over a two day period. The Expo is sponsored by Utah Chapters of Trout Unlimited and the Federation of Fly Fishers. The Expo is open to the public and is structured to entertain and educate the novice and well

as the seasoned fly fishers. The Expo includes a wide variety of educational, conservation, fly fishing and humanitarian activities. There are educational opportunities available to learn fly fishing, fly tying and advanced casting techniques from nationally recognized experts. The Expo will have dozens of fly tyers who will demonstrate their tying skills over a two-day period showing some of their favorite patterns that catch fish. The classes and demonstrations are open to men and women of all ages and skills. The Expo also offers a 2-day women’s only event in addition to the open classes. There will be youth programs where kids have to opportunity to tie flies and learn fly rod casting techniques. . The expo will have a casting pond to try casting with new fly rods being exhibited by the vendors. They will showcase fishing equipment including fly rods, fly lines, fly boxes, reels, packs, outdoor clothing, boats and many other items. Some vendors will offer high quality artwork in the form of prints and fish sculptures. Some of the vendors represent destination fishing locations and fishing lodges throughout the Intermountain West as well as Alaska. The vendors offer special fly fishing vacations from Alaska to Patagonia and many places in between. Come learn about Steelhead Fishing, Fishing the Green River, Utah’s Blue Ribbon Fisheries, the Utah Cuttslam and many others. There will be drawings for a wide variety of fishing equipment donated by the vendors. Both live and silent auctions are held to raise funds. The profits from the Expo are used to support the participating chapter’s activities through the year. These activities include youth education, conservation and several types of humanitarian activities for wounded veterans and cancer survivors.

08/31/2024

Labor Day sales abound, looking for some new Gear?

Snowbee USA offers fly rods, reels, lines, waders, apparel, bags, and a wide array of accessories to compliment any fly fishing angler at an affordable price.

08/15/2024

Good piece on one of our Volunteers/ Instructors/ and all around good Guy!

Turns out wading around a river is a pretty nice way to slow down.

03/28/2024

Salt Lake Area Folks - IF4 Showing tonight at Brewvies, get tickets while you can.

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03/16/2024

Expo Center has extra Parking West of State Street near the "Nice" building look for the Parking Garage, Sorry out of our control.

03/13/2024

Is it Friday yet? Expo this weekend!
Check out the Website for Auctions being added as fast a we can, soon to be updated Banquet/Auction info & a few late classes added. And Discount Tickets
Moonlit Fly Fishing Maxxon Outfitters Fincognito, Inc.

The Wasatch Fly Tying and Fly Fishing Expo is unique because it is all volunteer-based to raise money for Utah Trout Unlimited and Utah Fly Fishers International.

03/11/2024

Check out Fox 13's The Place to get a tip or two from Audrey Wilson on Castiing at 1 PM Mountain

When it comes to living, working and building a better lifestyle in Utah, this is The PLACE! Monday -

03/08/2024

Happy International Women's Day! Check out our Women's Classes and Vendors catering to them on our website. WasatchExpo.com..and don't forget Expo in 1 week - March 15-16

03/06/2024

Yes that's one of our Instructors on the cover of the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources Utah Fishing Guidebook.
Check out all our classes on our website, a few new classes added. Expo is coming March 15-16 share with your friends!
Rebeca with Wasatch Womens Fly Fishing Club & Fish Heads Fly Shop

03/04/2024

Getting Ready for the on March 15th and 16th! Hope You’ll Come See Me :)

03/04/2024

Check out the Eat & Run on this Big Bonefish, not sure if we'd have the Patience!
Don't forget - Wasatch Expo in 2 weeks March 15-16

A note from Captain Chris Wright (): https://www.instagram.com/p/C3QdPCvvKYR/ This story began a couple of days before the big game. I received a message from my client saying he had to cancel our bonefishing trip for the morning of Super Bowl Sunday. I was totally okay with havin...

02/22/2024

Happy to have Maxxon Outfitters back as a sponsor this year.
Check out their gear - rods, reels, line, & accessories

maxxonoutfitters.com

High-quality fishing rods, reels, line, and essentials, all made by anglers, for anglers. Fishing gear that utilizes leading-edge technology combined with quality craftsmanship. Designed and manufactured by passionate fisherman, fisherwomen, and outdoor professionals. Backed by unparalleled customer...

02/20/2024

Glad to have Phil Iwane doing Tying Demos again this year. All our Tyers are available to sit down and watch, ask questions, maybe get a tip or two!
Come see them March 15-16
Orvis Umpqua Feather Merchants Renzetti Inc. Solarez

02/15/2024

Glad to have Hyde Drift Boats as a sponsor this year.
Be sure to come to the show March 15-16th to get all the details on their Lineup and options!

Everyone has an opinion. At Hyde we’ve built our opinion on a foundation of sound engineering, proven technology, and performance. Are the people you talk to also basing their opinions on such solid ground? In this report, you will see, not all boats are created equal! We invite you to compare our...

02/15/2024

Grab a workshop, banquet or entry ticket for your Valentine!
More classes added daily
wasatchexpo.com

Workshops in the 2024 Wasatch Expo are being offered on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Most workshops have a nominal fee that you can pay via your credit card in advance. Be sure to bring your phone to show your Expo receipt to use as your “ticket.” Many workshops sell out so don’t wait — si...

02/10/2024

Glad to have Katmai Fishing Guides back as a sponsor this year.
Be sure to come to the show March 15-16th to get all the details on their expanded Lodging and Guiding options!

Katmai Fishing Guides is a premier Alaskan fishing guide service & Adventure Lodging located near Katmai National park. We specialize in fishing in Katmai National Park for Alaskan Salmon, Native species. Our lodge, Katmai B&B is a world class Bristol bay fishing & bear-viewing lodge. D

02/03/2024

Happy to have Moonlit Fly Fishing back as a sponsor this year.
Check out their gear - sale rods, hooks, materials and unique stuff!

Moonlit Fly Fishing is a company dedicated to providing not only the highest quality gear to the everyday angler but overall experience.

02/03/2024

*This class is meant for anglers who have already taken our WRF Beginning Fly-Fishing Class, or have at least a year or two of experience, and can tie the three essential fly-fishing knots (I.E. Loop to Loop, Double Surgeons, Clinch Knot).*

02/01/2024

Who is ready for Spring? Get a partial fix, this Sunday, at the SLC F3T showings!
The F3T
Salt Lake County Arts & Culture

The 18th annual Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is back, hitting the road with the very best fly fishing films. This year the tour visits more than 14 countries with 300+ shows. Book your tickets today or contact us to host a screening in your town.

01/23/2024

Expo Entrance Tickets for March 15-16, 2024 -are available at our website -- as are Fundraiser Banquet Tickets for March 14
Daily Rod/Reel Giveaways and Grand Event Door Prize, see you all there!
wasatchexpo.com/tickets/

12/30/2023

Join legendary announcer Curt Gowdy and Jack Dennis in a classic TV show, Fishing the West. Jack Dennis was a frequent guest on this popular TV show, fishing...

12/30/2023

Feeling like a grumpy gills cause you haven't made your tax-deductible donations yet?

Consider making a splash with a year-end donation to Trout Unlimited and join our Grifith's Circle!

Your support helps protect rivers and habitats for generations to come. Let's make a difference together!

Join HERE: https://bit.ly/3GS4OCp

04/30/2023

Now Accepting Applications for 2023!
See the Casting for Recovery - Utah page for web links

04/17/2023

Be sure to sign up to receive notifications through your county and U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) so you're aware of flood potential near you.

⚠️ A River Flood Advisory has been issued for Emigration Creek near Salt Lake City's East Bench and areas downstream due to snowmelt. Flows are expected to peak near midnight tonight, and then diminish through Wednesday. For an interactive map of the advisory, click the link below ↓

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04/16/2023

Huge Thanks to our Sponsors, Supporters, Vendors, Volunteers, Tyers, and Attendees in making another good Expo happen this year!

04/14/2023

Don't forget to come to the Mountain America Expo Center - 9575 S. State St., Sandy, UT And check out the Wasatch Expo.
We have Daily Rod/Reel Door Prizes and the Grand Prize for the Weekend is a Camp Chef Smoker!
10 AM - 7 PM Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM Saturday.
So even if you are fishing Saturday, swing by Friday Night...

04/13/2023

UPDATE - Our Banquet Live Auction List has been added to our Banquet Page
Check it out !!!
And check your account balances before the Auction!

04/11/2023

Another new Vendor and Sponsor this year - Katmai Fishing Guides
They'll build you the trip you want or have great suggestions if you don't know.
Also check out the link to their B&B on their website!
They have a trip in our Banquet this year.

Katmai Fishing Guides is a premier Alaskan salmon fishing guide service located near Katmai National park. We specialize in fishing in Katmai National Park for Alaskan Salmon, primarily Sockeye & Silver Salmon. We also target Kings, Chums, and pinks when they are running.

04/11/2023

Fly Fishers of the West! (and ALL fly fishers for that matter)!

Come be a part of this AWESOME fly fishing get together April 14th - 15th! (with on-the-water classes April 13th)!

Check out the link below!
https://wasatchexpo.com/

What is the Wasatch Expo?
The Wasatch Fly Tying and Fly Fishing Expo is a gathering of fly fishers, fly tyers, fishing guides, destination outfitters, fly fishing equipment vendors, and Enthusiasts. The Expo includes a wide variety of educational, conservation, travel, fly fishing, and humanitarian activities.

– Educational opportunities to learn fly fishing, fly tying and advanced casting techniques from nationally recognized experts & women’s only events.
– Dozens of fly tiers will demonstrate their tying skills showing some of their favorite patterns that catch fish.
– Youth programs where kids have to opportunity to tie flies and learn fly rod casting techniques.
– A casting pond for attendees to try casting new fly rods supplied by the vendors.

The Utah Chapters of Trout Unlimited, Fly Fishers International, and the Great Western Fly Fishing Club sponsor the Expo.
Funds raised at the Expo support conservation and education activities of the participating chapters.

Wasatch Fly Tying & Fly Fishing Expo

04/11/2023

A new Vendor and Sponsor this year, SOTAR Rafts
Check out their Strike & Micro Strike Series!
And Inflatable Kayaks and more!
https://sotar.com

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9575 S State St, Hall 2
Sandy, UT
84070

Website

http://www.wasatchexpo.com/

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Join us April 8th - 9th for a gathering of fly fishers, fly tiers, fishing guides, destination outfitters, fly fishing equipment vendors and more as we host the 2022 Wasatch Expo. - Online tickets on sale now! All proceeds stay in Utah for use with local Utah Trout Unlimited chapter projects. See you there.

This show is not just for adults. We’ll have plenty of fun for the kids too. Join us April 7th - 9th for a gathering of fly fishers, fly tiers, fishing guides, destination outfitters, fly fishing equipment vendors and more as we host the 2022 Wasatch Expo. - Online tickets on sale now! All proceeds stay in Utah for use with local Utah Trout Unlimited chapter projects. See you there.

2022 Wasatch Expo April 7th - 9th

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The Wasatch Intermountain Fly Tying and Fly Fishing Expo is a gathering of fly fishermen and women, fly tiers, fishing guides, destination outfitters, and fly fishing equipment vendors held over a two day period in April at the Mountain America Exposition Center in Sandy, Utah. The Expo is sponsored by Utah Chapters of Trout Unlimited and the Federation of Fly Fishers. The Expo is open to the public and is structured to entertain and educate the novice and well as the seasoned fly fishers. The Expo has many purposes but includes a wide variety of educational, conservation, and humanitarian activities. There are educational opportunities available to learn fly fishing, fly tying and advanced casting techniques from nationally recognized experts. The Expo will have over 100 fly tiers who will demonstrate their tying skills over a two-day period showing some of their favorite patterns that catch fish. The classes and demonstrations are open to men and women fly fishers of all ages and skills. There will be youth programs where kids have to opportunity to tie flies and learn fly rod casting techniques. There is also a Top Gun casting competition where nationally known casters compete for prize money. The expo will have a casting pond to try casting with new fly rods being exhibited by the vendors. About 90 vendors are expected. They will showcase fishing equipment including fly rods, fly lines, fly boxes, reels, packs, outdoor clothing, boats and many other items. Some vendors will offer high quality artwork in the form of prints and fish sculptures. Some of the vendors represent destination fishing locations and fishing lodges throughout the Intermountain West as well as Alaska. The vendors offer special fly fishing vacations from Alaska to the Baja and many places in between. The Expo will introduce an Adventure Theater this year where vendors representing outfitters and lodges will showcase their offerings. Also new for 2017 will be a wide range of panel discussions on topics such as Steelhead Fishing, Fishing the Green River, Utah’s Blue Ribbon Fisheries, the Utah Cuttslam and many others. The panels will have 4 to 5 well-known experts on their topics. Panel audience members will have ample opportunities for questions. There will be drawings for a wide variety of fishing equipment donated by the vendors. Both live and silent auctions are held to raise funds. The profits from the Expo are used to support the participating chapter’s activities through the year. These activities include youth education, conservation and several types of humanitarian activities for wounded veterans and cancer survivors.