Championship
CHAMPIONSHIP DOCS
CHAMPIONSHIP
PROGRAM
FIPS-MOUCHE
COMPETITION RULES
FIPS-MOUCHE
RULE MODIFICATIONS
COMPETITION SECTORS
Rivers: 3
Lakes: 2
SECTOR I
Snake river - Henry's fork
The Henry’s Fork is one of the most storied and scenic rivers in the United States. At over 175 kilometers the Henry’s Fork contains good numbers of trout and whitefish throughout its length. Some stretches of the river contain as many as 4,000 trout per kilometer.
The Henry’s is incredibly diverse starting as a primarily spring fed river it transforms to tailwater stretches as it goes through various impoundments. Some of the stretches are among the most famous in the world; Box Canyon, Railroad Ranch, Cardiac Canyon and numerous world class float and wade fishing segments before it joins the South Fork of the Snake River. All age classes of fish can be found in the river. Above Mesa Falls the river contains mostly Rainbow Trout and Mountain Whitefish, with some Brook trout. Below the falls Brown Trout become common.
There will be water available for practice on the river in advance of the championship.
Target Fish Species: Brook trout, Brown Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow trout, Cutbows and Mountain Whitefish
SECTOR II
Hebgen lake (boat fishing)
Fed primarily by the Madison River as it exits Yellowstone National park, Hebgen is perhaps the highest quality trout lake in all of Montana. The lake covers about 12500 surface acres. Famous for its summer Gulper fishing there are plenty of dry fly fishing opportunities on the lake. Large Brown and Rainbow Trout with many exceeding 40 cm populate the lake. Mountain Whitefish can also be caught in the lake and there are possibilities to catch remnant Arctic Grayling and Cutthroat. Championship fishing will be limited to the Madison Arm of the lake. Because of the scarcity of rental boats, all practice will be coordinated by the organizer. Practice times will be limited and scheduled.
Target Fish Species: Arctic Grayling, Brown Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow trout, Mountain Whitefish
SECTOR III
Warm river
A tributary to the Henry’s Fork of the Snake River the Warm River is primarily spring fed, is crystal clear and has an average temperature of about 10 degrees celsius year round. It ranges in width from just a few to more than 20 meters wide in places. The upper stretches are low gradient and have prevalent watercress and clean gravel bottoms. The middle section increases in gradient, reduces in width and turns into a mix of pocket water and deep runs. The lowest section of the river changes again with a reduction in gradient where the river again gains in width and depth until it meets with the Henry’s Fork downstream. This river has some of the widest fish diversity in the area, with regular catches of Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout and Mountain Whitefish. Brook Trout can also be found and it is possible to catch Cutthroat or Hybrid Rainbow/Cutthroat Trout. The river is a nursery to the Henry’s Fork and has a wide range of fish sizes with most trout measuring less than 35 cm. Many of the largest fish in the river will be Mountain Whitefish that can reach 45-50 cm in length.
There will be water available for practice on the river in advance of the championship.
Target Fish Species: Brook trout, Brown Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow trout, Cutbows and Mountain Whitefish
SECTOR IV
Sheridan lake (boat fishing)
One of the premier trout lakes in North America, Sheridan is a private lake with restricted access. The lake covers about 250 surface acres and has an average depth of 3 meters with some areas as deep as 8 meters. The lake is stocked with primarily Kamloops Rainbow Trout. These are hard fighting and fast growing fish. It is possible to catch Cutthroat Trout in the lake as well. Most fish will exceed 35 cm in length with some achieving 50 cm or more.
There will be no practice available at the lake in preparation for the championship.
Target Fish Species: Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow trout
SECTOR V
Grey's river
The Grey’s River is the primary drainage river for the Wyoming Range in western Wyoming. 100 kilometers long the Grey’s ends in the Snake River as it enters Palisades Reservoir. Made up of primarily small snow melt creeks, the river experiences high spring and early summer flows that make the river habitat perfect for the native species. The Greys River presents perhaps the best opportunity to catch Snake River Fine Spotted Cutthroat Trout and Mountain Whitefish in good numbers. Many of both species will exceed 40 cm in length.
There will be water available for practice on the river in advance of the championship.
Target Fish Species: Brook trout, Brown Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow trout, Cutbows and Mountain Whitefish
ACCOMMODATION
Holiday Inn and Suites
Featuring a bar, Holiday Inn & Suites – Idaho Falls, an IHG Hotel is located in Idaho Falls in the Idaho region, 30 miles from Eliza R. Snow Performing Arts Center. Providing a restaurant, the property also features a fitness center, as well as an indoor pool and a hot tub. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property. Guests at the hotel can enjoy an American breakfast. The nearest airport is Idaho Falls Regional Airport, 20 miles from Holiday Inn & Suites – Idaho Falls, an IHG Hotel.
