Gorton Center - Lake Forest, IL - FLY FISHING FILM TOUR 2025 & DEMOS

FLY FISHING FILM TOUR 2025 & DEMOS

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FLY FISHING FILM TOUR 2025 & DEMOS

TROUT UNLMITED FLY FISHING DEMOS 12 - 4PM! COME FOR LUNCH - ROSATI'S PIZZA!

Sun, April 6
3:00 pm
- 6:00 pm

$15 – $20
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Time

Sun, April 06, 2025 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Pricing

$15 student ticket, $20 adult ticket

Location

Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater
400 E. Illinois Road Lake Forest, IL 60045

SPONSOR

The highly anticipated 19th Annual Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is back 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 heart-pounding excitement.

This year’s event promises to be the biggest yet, with a diverse lineup of films that highlight remote locations, unique challenges, and the passionate anglers who pursue them.

More information on this years films can be found on the F3T website.

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.

F3T Presented by: Skwala, Yeti, Costa, NRS, Monster, Ross Reels, Airlite, Scientific Anglers, Decked, Daiichi, C&F Design, Sawyer, Benchmade, Stranahan’s, Yakoda, Turtlebox, TroutRoutes, Rambler, Riversmith, Restorline, Adventure Entertainment, Outside, Anglers Journal, Flylords, TU Alaska, Heroes on the Water

Schedule: 

COME FOR LUNCH!  ROSATTI’S will be serving their delicious pizza!

  • 12 – 4 pm   Complimentary Fly Fishing Clinics with Trout Unlimited
    • learn how to tie knots and cast
  • 1 – 3 pm   Film Screening
  • 4 – 6 pm   Film Screening

The F3T is the original and largest fly fishing film event of its kind and we are proud to be an annual community event for all anglers. Come for the action and stay for the giveaways and camaraderie that will feed your fishing addiction.

Fly Fishing Film Tour is co-presented by Gorton and Lake Forest Open Lands and Sponsored by Maddie Dugan

Gorton Center houses the beautiful John and Nancy Hughes Theater featuring professional sound, light, video, and digital cinema technology. The 309-seat theater is a wonderful space to watch a film - we offer a wide variety - ranging from classics from the past to newer releases, documentary films and festivals, kids and family movies, and we screen John Hughes movies several times a year.

Gorton Center is a premier destination for outstanding cultural and performing arts experiences serving the residents of Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, and the surrounding region. As a proud nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, we are dedicated to enriching our community through an array of exceptional events and programs.

At Gorton Center, we believe in the transformative power of the arts. Our vibrant calendar is brimming with diverse offerings, ensuring there's always something to captivate and inspire you. From live music performances that resonate with your soul to comedy nights that leave you in stitches, we curate events to suit all tastes and interests. Our dedication to quality and community engagement means you can expect only the best in cultural entertainment.

Whether you’re a long-time resident or a visitor, there’s always something extraordinary waiting for you. Come be a part of our community, where every event is an opportunity to connect, enjoy, and be inspired.

Gorton Center will take and may use photos and videos from this event for its promotional purposes. Your attendance indicates your consent to the above.

There is no refund given for unused film or event tickets.

Details

Date:
Sun, April 6
Time:
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Cost:
$15 – $20
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Venue

Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater
400 E. Illinois Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045 United States
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