Welcome to High Country Fly Fishers
HCFF is a proud Trout Unlimited chapter dedicated to fly fishing, conservation, and community in the scenic beauty of Park City, Utah serving Summit and Wasatch counties. HCFF is a member of the Park City Chamber of Commerce. Since 1989, we’ve been passionate about protecting cold-water fisheries, supporting healthy trout populations, and sharing the art of fly fishing and fly tying. Our club offers hands-on conservation projects with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources , Trout-in-the-Classroom programs for local students, and monthly fishouts where members enjoy camaraderie and refine their fly fishing skills on some of the region’s best waters. Join us at our our monthly meetings to hear from expert fishing guides, fly tyers, and fisheries biologists from across the West. Whether you’re an experienced angler or just starting out, HCFF offers friendship, learning opportunities, and memorable fishing adventures. Check our Activities page for details and upcoming events—new members and visitors are always welcome!
Wed, May 7th, 6pm – 9pm
Saint Mary’s Catholic Church
1505 White Pine Canyon Rd
Park City, UT 84060, map
May 2025 Meeting
Derick Roskelley
Fishing the Lower Weber
Derick Roskelley, aka “Skelly,” will tell us about
fishing the Lower Weber River. He grew up in Mountain Green and has a deep passion for the Lower Weber River, which is everything below Echo Reservoir.
He started fishing with spin baits alongside his dad, but once he discovered the thrill of throwing streamers and witnessing those explosive strikes, he was hooked—literally and figuratively.
Derick founded 801FlyFishing and has been guiding on the Lower Weber ever since, sharing his love for the river with others.
📍 Follow him on social media:
📸 Instagram: @801flyfishing
📘 Facebook: 801 Fly Fishing
Win a half-day guided trip for one or two anglers on the Weber River
Online Ticket Sales Close at 9:00 PM the Day Before the Meeting
Derick is generously donating a half-day guided trip for one or two anglers on the Weber River. Derick will provide whatever you need, including fly fishing gear or you can bring your own. You must provide your rain gear & waders, a Utah fishing license, and a gratuity.
Your opportunity drawing tickets might land you a brown like you see in the photos.
Minersville Fishout – April 23 – 27, 2025
The Minersville outing is only a few days away.

At this time there are 20 members planning to catch some of the large Minersville rainbow trout. Most members are camping in the Minersville Reservoir campsite or staying in Beaver, about 10 miles away.
The Minersville Reservoir hosts a variety of fish species, offering anglers diverse fishing opportunities. The species include:
Rainbow Trout: The reservoir is renowned for its trophy-sized rainbow trout, which are abundant and can reach impressive sizes.
Cutthroat Trout: Anglers may also encounter cutthroat trout, adding to the reservoir’s trout diversity.
Tiger Trout: This hybrid species is present in the reservoir, providing an additional challenge for fishing enthusiasts.
Brown Trout: Though less common, brown trout can also be found in the reservoir.
Smallmouth Bass: These fish are active, especially during warmer months, and can be caught using crayfish-imitating tackle.
Wipers (Hybrid Striped Bass): Most active during sunrise and sunset, wipers can be caught by trolling or casting topwater lures.
The reservoir’s DWR management focuses on maintaining a quality fishery, implementing special regulations such as the use of flies and lures only, and restricting the harvest to one trout over 22 inches in length.
River Fishers Outings by Jayne Guyse
- The March trip took us to the Beaver River,
where the fishes came out to play in a big way. - Next up, we are doing our best to hit ice-off at Strawberry Reservoir between now and Tax Day.
- Our May trip will likely to be to the Hams Fork in Kemmerer, Wyoming (TBD).
- We will fish White’s Ranch (a.k.a. Sportsman’s Paradise) in Paradise, UT on June 2nd.
- DWR will be taking us on an outing to get a couple of the more elusive cutties for the Utah Cut Slam in the July/August timeframe.
Sign up on the HCFF website for the River Fishers group or contact Jayne for more information on upcoming monthly day trips.
Other HCFF Outings 2025 – April 23 – 27, 2025
MOST IMPORTANT: HCFF has reserved the Group site at The Washington Lake campground in the Uintas. You do not have to make your own reservations. Todd Johnson is the Safari Leader. Other details will be provided to those who sign up on the HCFF Website
Free Trout Unlimited Membership
Click one of the links below to get a first-time free one-year membership, or if you’re already a member, renew your membership to Trout Unlimited. With this membership you receive a subscription to Trout magazine, discounts on travel and fishing gear, and much more.
Your membership also helps support our political clout in Utah.
When adverse legislative actions are proposed, we ask our TU members to speak up. Legislators listen when there are enough voices.
This offer ends near the end of April, so register TODAY.
Teen Trout Camp
Trout Camp is a fly fishing activity for youths 13 to 17 sponsored by the Utah Council of Trout Unlimited. It is held at White’s Ranch in Paradise, Utah. It is a three-day, two-night event – June 18, 19 & 20 – where the youths are introduced to all aspects of fly fishing. All gear is provided or youths can bring their own. Meals and lodging are provided. A special discounted price for a Redington fly rod package is also available. Adult mentors are matched up with the youths on nearly a one-to-one basis.
The cost for the camp is $310. Registration is now open to the public and is limited to 14 youths. Register at https://utahtu.org.
As always, thank you for your support.