# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Marc Fryt presents 'The Guide to Urban Fly Fishing'
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-07:00)
- **Event Description**: A one-of-a-kind guide that reveals the accessibility, affordability, community, and unique adventures that urban waters offer.
 

Third Place Books welcomes author and outdoorsman Marc Fryt for a conversation about his new book The Guide to Urban Fly Fishing, a one-of-a-kind guidebook encouraging city-dwellers to explore and enjoy their local waters.

This event is free and open to the public. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book!

in partnership with The Avid Angler in Lake Forest Park
 
About The Guide to Urban Fly Fishing. . .
A one-of-a-kind guide that reveals the accessibility, affordability, community, and unique adventures that urban waters offer.

While city dwellers often turn to hiking, biking, or simply enjoying a local park as healthy pastimes that don’t come with high costs or distant travel, one rewarding pursuit remains largely untapped in urban environments: fly fishing. For over a thousand years, fly fishing has been more than a method of harvesting food; it’s a source of immense joy, a pathway to understanding nature intimately, and a tradition that connects us to water and wildlife. But why should this enriching experience be confined to remote waters and rural landscapes? Why can’t we cast a line right in the heart of our cities?

This book shatters the stigmas and preconceptions—elitism, exclusivity, and notions of purity—that have kept fly fishing from thriving in urban settings, revealing how the sport is truly accessible to all. It introduces angling knowledge within the unique ecosystems that cities offer, ecosystems that have evolved dramatically over the past 150 years. More than just a how-to, The Guide to Urban Fly-Fishing provides the tools, resources, and diverse stories to help us discover the vibrant community and joy of urban fly fishing. It’s also about joining a broader ecological movement that’s redefining how we live, relate, and recreate in our cities.

This book answers both the why and how questions of urban fly fishing. Why fish in your city? Because of the accessibility, affordability, community, and unique adventures that urban waters offer. A fishing rod transforms city landscapes into engaging playgrounds, turning anglers from mere observers into active participants. Why fly fishing in particular? This method of fishing is highly versatile and effective for the diverse ecosystems found in urban areas. This book serves as the first comprehensive urban guide for those new to fly fishing in general, as well as for anglers who have yet to explore urban waters. It’s filled with practical insights, tips, and uplifting stories from experienced urban anglers from several cities, including Los Angeles, Denver, Minneapolis, Boston, New York City, and Columbus. It provides readers with the resources and inspiration to explore their city’s waters, overcome challenges, and discover personal rewards and a sense of community.

 

Praise for The Guide to Urban Fly Fishing. . .
“The Guide to Urban Fly Fishing is a powerful reminder that great fishing can be found right outside your back door. It offers a thoughtful blend of fishing fundamentals—covering gear, fish behavior, and reading water—while also diving deeper into the history of urban angling, local regulations, water quality, and the importance of community. I appreciate the clear layout, inclusive content, and its recognition of many wonderful fishing organizations. This guide truly reflects the accessibility, diversity, and connection that define what fly fishing should be.” 
—Heather Hodson, founder, iFishiBelong, United Women on the Fly, and Fly Fish Instruct

“Marc Fryt knows that you don’t have to launch a wilderness expedition to experience wildness. You can experience fly-fishing adventure in the heart of the city. This book will tell you all you need to know to get started. But it’s more than a how-to guide. It’s an eloquent celebration of the great fishing that can be found just a few blocks away.” 
—Matthew L. Miller, author of Fishing Through the Apocalypse

“The Guide to Urban Fly Fishing lowers the barriers to the sport, making it accessible to all, regardless of age, ability, race, class, or gender. Like all good guides, Marc Fryt, rather than handing you a line with a hooked fish, provides you with the tools you need and directs you toward waters that you can explore, experience, and discover on your own. Fryt fosters a new and rich relationship with our urban waters and the world around us.” 
—Dr. Greg Gordon, professor of environmental studies and science, Gonzaga University; editor, Rewilding the Urban Frontier

Marc Fryt, a US Army veteran, discovered fly fishing as a way to decompress and explore mountain rivers and streams during his military service. After leaving the service and moving to Columbus, Ohio, he took up urban fly fishing with the encouragement of local anglers and mentors. He is now an urban fly-fishing guide in Spokane, Washington. He has been published in numerous fishing and hunting magazines such as The Drake, Flyfish Journal, Backcountry Journal, Fly Culture, Covers, Project Upland, Kayak Angler, and American Fly Fishing. He is passionate about helping readers learn the skills of urban fly fishing so they can experience the same joy.

Want a signed edition of the featured book, but can't make it to the event? Order through our website or over the phone, and write your request for a signature or personalization in the comments field at checkout. Please call the hosting store if you're placing your order within 24 hours of the event.

For media or accessibility inquiries, please email events@thirdplacebooks.com or call our Lake Forest Park store at (206) 366-3311.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lake-forest-park/marc-fryt-presents-the-guide-to-urban-fly-fishing/200029971076633
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, sports, art, literary-art, trekking, workshops, science-fair
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 7

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Lake Forest Park
- **state**: WA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park, WA, United States, Washington 98155
- **lat**: 47.75286
- **long**: -122.2805
- **full address**: 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park, WA, United States, Washington 98155

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- **Q**: When and where is Marc Fryt presents 'The Guide to Urban Fly Fishing' being held?
  - **A:** Marc Fryt presents 'The Guide to Urban Fly Fishing' takes place on Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm at 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park, WA, United States, Washington 98155.
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- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Marc Fryt presents 'The Guide to Urban Fly Fishing' is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Lake Forest Park, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Marc Fryt presents 'The Guide to Urban Fly Fishing' sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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