Fly fishing auction offers gear, guided trips

Bainbridge Island Fly Fishers and Trout Unlimited Kitsap will co-host a fly fishing auction at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, March 23 at Grace Episcopal Church.

The event is free to attend and open to the public; doors open at 4:30 p.m.

Biddable items will include “gently used” fly fishing equipment, handmade flies, cool gadgets, collectibles, guided trips and more. There are also reportedly several donations from local businesses for goods and services up for grabs.

Proceeds from the auction support the annual Youth Fly Fishing Expo, held in May at Battle Point Park, as well as conservation and restoration projects.

A food truck will be on site as well.

Grace Church is at8 595 NE Day Road East. Call 206-718-2254 to learn more, or visit www.facebook.com/events/2182515775344626.