2014 The America Cup International Fly Fishing Tournament

Vail, Colorado is like nothing on earth. For summer adventures, few places can match Vail and is visited regularly by almost as many Europeans as Americans. The Tyrolean flair gives its restaurants, hotels, and shops a continental air.

The Evergreen Lodge is where the event headquarters, competitor lodging, meals, transportation staging, team registration, captain’s meetings, beat draw, and posting of scores will occur.  This will be a great place to meet and mingle with the international teams and to enjoy the festive atmosphere  

 Colorado Trout Unlimited works to conserve, protect and restore Colorado’s cold water fisheries and their watersheds. As the grassroots arm of our parent organization, Trout Unlimited, we use cooperation, collaboration, advocacy and education to promote conservation. 

Colorado River Ranch 

 The Colorado River Ranch is a classic wide open river venue. The Upper Colorado below Gore Canyon meanders through the spectacular Canyon Country offering not only outstanding fishing, but also an unforgettable setting. The only thing that rivals the beauty of these canyons are the trout you will encounter.  

Blue River

 Blue River is the perfect setting of big rock structure and moving waters river venue. It rises in southern Summit County, on the western side of the continental divide in the Ten Mile Range, near Quandary Peak. It flows north past Breckenridge, then through the Dillon Reservoir near Dillon.  Thank you Blue Valley Ranch. 

Eagle River

 The Eagle River is an excellent freestone river. It flows from high above Camp Hale south of Redcliff to its confluence with the Colorado River. It is most famous for the prolific Caddis hatches that come off in the spring and early summer. The Eagle is noted for its excellent dry fly fishing for wild brown and rainbow trout.  Thank you to Vail Rod & Gun Club for access to this private water. 

Dillon Reservoir

 Dillon Reservoir, sometimes referred to as Lake Dillon, is a large fresh water reservoir located in Summit County, Colorado, south of I-70 and bordered by the towns of Frisco, Silverthorne, and Dillon. It is a reservoir for the city of Denver, and its waters are under the control of Denver Water. 

 Sylvan Lake State Park is a high alpine mountain loch style venue. Sylvan provides serenity in an alpine park perfect for daydreaming. Brook and Rainbow trout fill the lake with opportunities. Thank you Colorado Parks and Wildlife.

 Nova Guides has been Vail’s premier year-round outdoor recreation company. Locally owned and operated, Nova Guides and our professional staff are committed to providing our guests with outstanding customer service. Nova Guide hosted the Solder's Day Program and opened their lake to our attendees. First class transportation was also provided by Nova Guides - Thank you to Steve & Greg.

Coyote River Ranch 

Access to Karl Berger's private water on the Colorado River ensures quality trout. The Dotsero area of Colorado River. Thank you to Karl Berger and the Berger family.

 Frisco Bay Marina is located on the shores of scenic Dillon Reservoir in the heart of Summit County, Colorado. Thank you to the Town of Frisco.

A casting competition was held on Vail's International Bridge for locals and attendees to test their casting abilities.