End of Summer BYOF Fish Fry, Louisville, KY
Event Start Date: 8/1/2026 5:00 PM
Event End Date: 8/1/2026 8:00 PM
Timezone: EDT
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Date - August 1, 2026 5-8pm
Location - 3rd Turn Brewing - 10408 Watterson Trail, Louisville, KY 40299
Come join the Kentucky Chapter of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers on Saturday, August 1st at 3rd Turn Brewing starting at 5pm for a laid-back, end-of-summer fish fry you won’t want to miss. As the days start winding down and the school year creeps back in, we’re celebrating the best parts of summer—time on the water, good company, and great food. And this time, we’re putting a BHA twist on things: it’s B.Y.O.F.—Bring Your Own Fish! That’s right, we’re calling on anglers across the Bluegrass to help stock the fryer.
Here’s how it works: all summer long, while you’re out chasing bluegill, crappie, white bass, catfish, or anything else that bites, set a few fillets aside for the big day. When August 1st rolls around, bring your fish to 3rd Turn, and we’ll take care of the rest. We’ll have the fryers hot and ready outside, along with everything needed to turn your hard-earned catch into a plate of crispy, golden goodness. Don’t worry if you didn’t get out on the water—there will still be plenty to go around. Just come hungry, bring a friend, and enjoy the feast. A $10 donation to BHA gets you a plate and helps support conservation efforts right here in Kentucky.
To top it all off, we’ll have cold beer flowing and live music from First Far West. Hailing from Mount Eden, this talented duo blends bluegrass, country, and roots music into a sound that feels both classic and fresh. Featuring GRAMMY-nominated musicians Laura Orshaw on fiddle and vocals, and Joshua Rinkel on guitar and songwriting, their performance is the perfect backdrop for a summer evening spent swapping stories, sharing food, and celebrating our connection to the outdoors. This will be a casual, fun way to meet fellow hunters and anglers, swap stories and learn about BHA and our mission to conserve public lands and waters. BHA members advocate for public hunting and fishing and we work to maintain and improve access to places to hunt and fish. We also speak up for wildlife, guided by the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation. Finally, we believe in and advocate for fair chase in pursuit of fish and game. If those ideals resonate with you, please come join us to learn more and maybe become part of BHA. This event is open to all and we encourage you to invite all your friends also.