WASHINGTON DC, USA | JUNE 5-6, 2025
2025 CAPITOL CAST YOUTH FISHING DAY
Learn from the Best at Capitol Cast 2025: USAngling Sport Team Instructors and Educators
Get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime experience at Capitol Cast 2025, set against the stunning backdrop of Washington, D.C.’s Tidal Basin. This iconic venue, nestled among landmarks like the Jefferson Memorial and the National Mall, will host a world-class event where elite anglers, passionate coaches, and legendary alumni from the USAngling Sport Teams come together to share their expertise with you.
Whether you’re a beginner eager to dive into the sport or a seasoned angler looking to sharpen your edge, Capitol Cast 2025 offers the perfect blend of education, inspiration, and unforgettable moments.
Elite Expertise at an Iconic Venue
Capitol Cast 2025 is your opportunity to learn from the very best. The instructors, drawn from USAngling’s Sport Teams, bring experience forged at the highest levels of competition, from national championships to global tournaments. These are not just teachers—they are champions and stewards of the sport, ready to pass on the skills, strategies, and values that have shaped their journeys.
And where better to hone your craft than the Tidal Basin? This unique urban harbor is a vibrant angling destination, offering the chance to fish for largemouth and smallmouth bass, striped bass, catfish, snakehead, carp, and more—all within sight of D.C.’s most historic landmarks.
Coaches and Alumni:Champions and Mentors
At Capitol Cast 2025, you’ll work with USAngling’s elite coaches and alumni who have competed and coached at the sport’s highest levels. These mentors are masters at breaking down complex techniques, sharing cutting-edge tactics, and helping anglers of all ages and skill levels succeed.
- Coaches Who Elevate: Renowned for shaping champions, USAngling’s coaches will guide you with actionable feedback and personalized instruction that focuses on your growth.
- Alumni Giving Back: Legendary anglers who’ve graced the international stage will inspire you with their stories, share their secret techniques, and instill a deep respect for angling traditions and conservation.
What Makes Capitol Cast 2025 Unforgettable
- Personalized Instruction in a World-Class Setting: Tailored lessons meet the iconic beauty of the Tidal Basin, creating an unparalleled learning environment.
- Master the Techniques of Champions: Learn finesse casting, sight fishing, and cutting-edge strategies directly from the USAngling Sport Teams.
- Connect to a Legacy: Immerse yourself in the ethics of fair competition, environmental stewardship, and the rich traditions of angling, as embodied by USAngling’s athletes and coaches.
- Fishing with a View: Cast your line in one of the most picturesque urban fishing spots on the planet, surrounded by the reflections of the Jefferson Memorial and the hum of the National Mall.
Inspiring Future Generations
Capitol Cast 2025 isn’t just about catching fish—it’s about shaping the next generation of anglers. Through hands-on programs led by USAngling’s top instructors, kids and teens will learn skills that go far beyond the water. Patience, discipline, resilience, and a connection to nature are just a few of the lifelong lessons they’ll take away.
For adult participants, this is a chance to elevate your skills while connecting with a community of passionate anglers who share a commitment to excellence, sustainability, and sportsmanship.
Capitol Cast 2025: Your Invitation to Greatness
Don’t miss this unparalleled opportunity to learn from USAngling’s finest in one of the world’s most iconic locations. Capitol Cast 2025 at the Tidal Basin offers more than education—it’s an experience that will deepen your love for angling, sharpen your skills, and leave you inspired to protect and enjoy our waterways for generations to come.
Join us in Washington, D.C., and be part of an event that blends world-class instruction with the wonder of fishing at an iconic venue. Whether you’re chasing a trophy bass or learning the subtle art of finesse fishing, Capitol Cast 2025 promises to be a highlight of your angling journey.
EVENT LOCATION | WASHINGTON DC
TIDAL BASIN
Planned venue overview of Tidal Basin
- Registration tents
- Education tents
- Fishing stations
- Temporary restrooms
- First Aid tent
- Food Trucks
We invite our partners to come with their own tents with educational and informative materials to distribute to parents and youth.
Imagine casting your line in the heart of Washington, D.C., surrounded by iconic landmarks like the Jefferson Memorial and the National Mall. Welcome to the Tidal Basin—a manmade harbor where history and natural wonder converge, offering anglers an unforgettable experience. Connected to the mighty Potomac River, this urban gem teems with life, providing opportunities to reel in largemouth and smallmouth bass, striped bass, crappie, channel and blue catfish, carp, gar, snakehead, and more.
Whether you’re a seasoned angler or new to the sport, the Tidal Basin delivers a unique blend of challenge, beauty, and sheer excitement. Let’s dive into the tactics and tips that will help you make the most of this urban angling paradise.
Rising Tide Hotspots
When the tide rises, water rushes into the Basin, creating an irresistible feeding frenzy for bass, stripers, gar, and snakeheads. Focus your efforts near the outflow where the current churns. Jerkbaits, soft plastic swimbaits, and crankbaits are all proven producers. For sight-casting enthusiasts, keep an eye out for gar and snakehead surfacing to gulp air—these prehistoric fish put up a fight you won’t forget.For gar, patience is key. Use a small hook with cut bait under a bobber and let the fish run before setting the hook. Snakeheads, on the other hand, are a challenge all their own. These urban-dwelling predators demand live bait like minnows or bluegill, fished on the bottom or under a bobber. They’re picky, but the payoff is worth it—a fierce, unforgettable battle.
The Tidal Basin is home to colossal carp that challenge even the most experienced anglers. To hook into these freshwater giants, use pack bait—a mix of oatmeal, panko breadcrumbs, and corn—on an inline feeder rig with fake corn or boilies. Cast near the Jefferson Memorial, set your rods in ground holders, and chum the area with extra pack bait. Then get ready, because when these powerful fish strike, it’s game on. Carp fishing here is as much about strategy as strength, making every catch a hard-earned victory.
Catfish: The Heavy Hitters
For those seeking a powerful fight, catfish are the Basin’s heavyweight champions. Cast cut bait on a big circle hook as far as you can, then settle in. These bottom-dwelling bruisers waste no time inhaling bait and delivering the kind of battle that leaves your arms sore and your spirits soaring.
More Than Fishing: A Unique Urban Escape
Fishing the Tidal Basin is far more than a day on the water—it’s an immersive experience in one of the world’s most iconic cities. Where else can you cast a line while gazing at the Jefferson Memorial’s reflection or feel the hum of the National Mall in the background? It’s a fusion of angling and history, natural beauty and urban energy. So, pack your gear, choose your target species, and head to the Tidal Basin for a fishing adventure like no other. Whether you’re after trophy carp, a heart-pounding snakehead battle, or the serene joy of fishing in the shadow of history, this is one trip you’ll never forget.
