GI 21ᵀᴹ Foundation
GI 21 Fly Fishing Invitational
Join us at our World-Class Guided Fly Fishing Charity Getaway hosted at the premiere HomeWaters Club in Spruce Creek, PA
November 9-10, 2025
Event proceeds are designated to support pancreatic research and program grants under the guidance of Dr. Shyam Thakkar. Learn more about Our Purpose
A Unique Experience
A world-class fly fishing format designed for all participants to have fun despite skill level.
Guided Fly Fishing for Blue Ribbon Trout
HomeWaters’ professional guides will ensure that you enjoy the unspoiled quiet waters of Spruce Creek and the Little Juniata River, teeming with blue-ribbon trout of trophy proportions. Bring your own rod, waders and tackle or use the gear provided.
Impeccable Meals & Lodging
Steak, wine and fireside conversation — it doesn’t get much better than that. HomeWaters’ unique lodges range from a 200 year old re-purposed farmhouse to elegant rustic family lodges.
There’s No Place Like…
HomeWaters was founded in 2001 as a private fly fishing club. In fact, the New York Times would later describe it as “…probably the country’s most exclusive fly fishing club.” HomeWaters boasts some of the best trout streams and guides in the country, including the famous Spruce Creek, known as The Trout Stream of the Presidents (given the number of former United States Presidents who have fished the waters).
Since 2001 the Club has grown to manage many miles of blue ribbon streams across Pennsylvania. In recent years, HomeWaters has added new lodges, great cuisine, and activities in addition to fly fishing, making it a great destination for outdoor-oriented family and business retreats.
Event Itinerary
Day One - Sunday, November 9, 2025
3:00pm - Arrival and Registration
Check in to your room; Visit the fly shop for next day fishing preparations (gear outfitting, rules, schedule, etc).
5:30-7:00 - Cocktails, Dinner and Campfire
Day Two - Monday, November 10, 2025
7:30 am - Breakfast
8:30 - Meet Guides in Front of Barn/Depart for Beats
2:15 - Lunch and Awards Ceremony
3:30-5:00 - Leisure Fishing (for those that want to)
"Everyone should believe in something; I believe I'll go fishing."
Henry David Thoreau
How to Register
Space is limited. To register, please contact Mike Harpster at 814-686-6214 or mharpster@homewaters-club.com
Registration Options
$10,000: Corporate Sponsor*
• Reservation for one two-person fly fishing team
• Professional fly fishing guide and optional waders and rod rentals for two
• Premium on-site overnight lodging at HomeWaters for two
• 3 meals for two
• Premium gifts designed specifically for this event
• Prominent corporate logo listing as Corporate Sponsor in all print and online materials
• Recognition on event signage
• Recognition as Sponsor of 1 of our 3 event meals with opportunity to speak
• Two full-page ads in the program booklet
• Corporate logo on participant gifts
• Special recognition plaque to display at your corporate office
* Limited to 4 Corporate Sponsors
$1,250 Per-Person
• Reservation for one person fly fishing
• Professional fly fishing guide and optional waders and rod rentals
• On-site overnight lodging at HomeWaters
• 3 meals
Space is limited. To register, please contact Mike Harpster at 814-686-6214 or mharpster@homewaters-club.com