A Benefit for the Uncompahgre River
We’re donning a new way to view the F3T Fly Fishing Film Tour 2025 in Ridgway with indoor AND outdoor film screenings at our exciting new location at the Million Roadhouse! Whether you're catching the action under the stars or enjoying the energy inside, there’s more fun, more prizes, and more ways than ever to experience the magic of F3T.
Don’t miss it - BUY TICKETS TODAY! Hosted by RIGS Fly Shop & Guide Service and Telluride Anglers.
Doors OPEN at 5:30 PM - FILMS at 6:30 PM at The Million Roadhouse. The Million Roadhouse and MTN Lodge will be the new home of The BENEFIT for THE UNCOMPAHGRE RIVER and F3T Fly Film Tour.
We are excited to kick off Memorial Day Weekend Friday with:
DOOR PRIZE: A Surprise Super Swag Bag from film sponsors and RIGS! Watch our social media for hints. Entry is limited to 145 people.
DRAWINGS: SIMMS, NRS, Costa, ORVIS, UMPQUA, Fishpond, Scientific Anglers, and more!
SILENT AUCTIONS: Trout Mount and special auction items from Telluride Anglers and RIGS Fly Shop.
CASTING CONTEST: No more than 20 participants can register. This is a fun casting course with great prizes for the Top 3! Email shop@fishrigs.com to register.
WHERE TO STAY: Make a long weekend out of it! Stay at the MTN Lodge right next door to the F3T Benefit. Eat, drink and help a local non-profit protect the Uncompahgre River.
VOLUNTEER: Saturday, May 24th, 9 am to Noon - Rollans Park Cleanup with UWP. Help beautify this Ridgway park next to the Uncompahgre River, and enjoy a breakfast burrito for brunch along with a talk about river ecology. MORE INFO
PLUS: Get 10% OFF on a Guided Trip with RIGS - USE Code: Springtime100% of the proceeds raised from this event will be donated to the Uncompahgre Watershed Partnership for projects slated to improve river health and habitat within the Uncompahgre River Valley. Grab great food, incredible prizes, games, silent auctions, and more. THANK YOU to Alpine Bank and The Million Roadhouse for your support!Enjoy Food, Games, Prizes, Brews and more. Please contact RIGS at info@fishrigs.com for all communication concerning this event.
The 9th ANNUAL UNCOMPAHGRE RIVER FUNDRAISER and F3T's 19th annual FLY FISHING FILM TOUR (F3T) presented by Costa and SKWALA is back in action and hitting the road with a top-notch selection of short films that are sure to get you fired up for the season ahead.The F3T is the original and largest fly fishing film event of its kind. Come for the action and stay for the giveaways and camaraderie that will feed your fishing addiction.
For more updates follow us on social media at @flyfishingfilmtour, @rigsflyshop and @tellurideangler
The highly anticipated 19th Annual Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is back on the Western Slope and ready with a curated selection of the best fly fishing films from around the world. Anglers, outdoor enthusiasts, and adventure seekers are invited to join the tour as it visits cities nationwide, showcasing stunning cinematography, unforgettable stories, and the heart-pounding excitement of fly fishing.
Film Highlights
This year’s Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) features an exciting lineup of films that capture the spirit of adventure and perseverance in the world of fly fishing. Highlights include Dan’s epic quest to land the hardest fish in fly fishing, with musky legend Blane Chocklett by his side; a breathtaking adventure fishing for Atlantic Salmon amidst the caribou migration in remote northern waters; a journey through the high desert with guide Matt Mendes on the Deschutes River; the grit and determination of Captain Lacey Kelly, a Florida tarpon guide; April Vokey and Sam Lungren’s exploration of the untamed jungles of Guyana, where they target arapaima, peacock bass, and more.
An Unforgettable Night
The Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is the original and largest fly fishing film event of its kind. Now in its 19th year, F3T has become a beloved annual tradition for anglers and outdoor enthusiasts across the country. The event provides an opportunity for the fly fishing community to come together, share stories, and experience the best of the sport’s cinematic world.
Along with the films, attendees can look forward to exclusive giveaways, special guests, and plenty of camaraderie. Whether you're a seasoned angler or someone new to the sport, F3T offers something for everyone.
About F3T
The Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is the premier event for the fly fishing community, showcasing world-class films that highlight the beauty, adventure, and excitement of the sport. The tour travels to cities across the United States and beyond, providing a platform for filmmakers to showcase their work and for anglers to connect with one another. F3T has become a cornerstone event in the fly fishing industry, uniting anglers from all walks of life for an unforgettable evening of film, giveaways, and community.
The films at F3T is proudly presented by Skwala, Yeti, Costa
The tour is also supported by NRS, Monster, Ross Reels, Airlite, Scientific Anglers, Decked, Daiichi, C&F Design, Sawyer, Benchmade, Stranahan’s, Himbrini, Richardson, Yakoda, Turtlebox, TroutRoutes, Rambler, Riversmith, Restorline, Adventure Entertainment, Outside, Anglers Journal, Flylords, TU Alaska, Heroes on the Water and so many amazing vendors we love.
Plus Event Hosts RIGS and Telluride Angler would like to thank:
Uncompahgre Watershed Partnership, Patagonia, Orvis, Scientific Anglers, Simms and Costa for their help in support this fundraiser for the Uncompahgre River.