Caddis Cup Fly Fishing Tournament

Saturday, July 15, 2023

The Land Trust’s longest running tradition! The annual Caddis Cup raises funds to support our mission in land conservation throughout the Gunnison Valley. Enjoy a beautiful day on the water with your own guide, two great parties, and delicious food all weekend long! Together, we are protecting land and water for people, wildlife, and ranching. 

 

2023 Schedule
Kick-Off Party

Friday, July 14 from 6-8 pm

Tournament

Saturday, July 15 from 8 am-4 pm

Awards Party

Saturday, July 15 at 5 pm

Award Catagories

Most Aggregate Inches

Grand Slam

Largest Rainbow

Largest Brown

Largest Cutthroat

Rookie of the Year

Best Fish Tale

Rules

On-water no earlier than 8 am | Off no later than 4 pm

Fish only within Gunnison County limits

Brook trout do not count (except for Grand Slam award)

20″ or greater are counted twice

Barbless hooks only | Catch & release only

No float fishing

20% penalty for private water

Entry Levels

All entries levels include a thank you gift, entry to the kick-off and awards parties, and a complimentary guide for a day. After registering, anglers will also receive a personal fundraising page you can share with friends and family, asking them to help you raise the most this year for land and water conservation!

Please note that registration for the 2023 Caddis Cup Fly Fishing Tournament is full. Email jessica@cblandtrust.org to get on our waitlist.

 

Green Drake Angler - $2,000

Green Drake Angler – $2,000

  • Angler’s entry to the kick-off party, competition, and awards party
  • Complimentary guide and their entry to kick-off dinner and awards parties
  • Thank you gift for both angler and guide
  • One guest’s complimentary entry to the kick-off and awards parties

Blue Wing Olive Angler - $1,400

Blue Wing Olive Angler – $1,400

  • Angler’s entry to the kick-off party, competition, and awards party
  • Complimentary guide and their entry to kick-off dinner and awards parties
  • Thank you gift for both angler and guide
  • One guest’s complimentary entry to the kick-off and awards parties

Pale Morning Dun Angler - $1,000

Pale Morning Dun Angler – $1,000

  • Angler’s entry to the kick-off party, competition, and awards party
  • Complimentary guide and their entry to kick-off dinner and awards parties
  • Thank you gift for both angler and guide
  • One guest’s complimentary entry to the kick-off and awards parties

Caddis Cup Angler - $700

Caddis Cup Angler – $700

  • Angler’s entry to the kick-off party, competition, and awards party
  • Complimentary guide and their entry to kick-off dinner and awards parties
  • Thank you gift for both angler and guide

Sponsorship Opportunities

Businesses and organizations ensure the success of this event, helping us host a great fundraiser for conservation while getting exceptional exposure to our generous, discerning anglers. Contact Jess (jessica@cblandtrust.org | 970-349-1206) to become a sponsor today!

  • Presenting Sponsor - $1,500 (exclusive, cash only)listed as the presenting sponsor on all promotional materials | recognized on CBLT’s event webpage with a hyperlink to company’s website | recognition at kickoff and awards parties | banner placement at event | business sponsorship decal
  • Premier Sponsor - $250 minimumlisted as the premier sponsor on all promotional materials | recognized on CBLT’s event webpage with a hyperlink to company’s website | recognition at kickoff and awards parties | banner placement at event | business sponsorship decal
  • Supporting Sponsor - $400 MSRP minimum (in-kind donation) listed as the supporting sponsor on all promotional materials | recognized on CBLT’s event webpage with a hyperlink to company’s website | recognition at kickoff and awards parties | business sponsorship decal

2023 Sponsors

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