Our Story

1953 Fruitville Pike at Foxshire - Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17601

New Summer Hours: Mon-Tues 10-5, Thursday 10-8, Friday 10-6, Saturday 9-5; Closed Wednesday & Sunday

Store (717) 509-3636, Fax(717) 509-3637

Our Story

Established in 1980, The Evening Rise™ started as a one man operation. Tying flies commercially and teaching fly fishing and fly tying started our journey. The name "The Evening Rise" was inspired by a family name for a wonderful Trout pool on the Bushkill Creek in northeastern Pennsylvania. In the spring and early summer this Trout pool would always produce rising Trout. I cherish the memories of "The Evening Rise" pool and the fun it brought to me and my family while learning to fly fish 36 years ago. Our retail business started at our home just outside of Intercourse, PA on Rt. 340 in 1986. With the help of my wife Bev and family and with a great deal of hard work, we grew to become a full service fly fishing pro shop. Today the shop continues to be family owned and operated by the DelleDonne family. Our specialty is Fly Fishing in all areas and aspects of the sport. We are committed in providing top quality products, product knowledge and service to our clients. Our clients are not only our customers but our friends as well. We welcome all patrons to stop by the store and meet our friendly and personable staff. If your the casual on-line client please give us a call or drop us an email. We would love to hear from you. We specialize in dealing with clients on a personal level to help them in their pursuit of a quality Fly Fishing experience. This would include the introduction to new products, or introducing current products in the store that would fit your needs. Our friendly staff has experience in most phases and areas of the sport. If your traveling to a new destination and need advice, or if you are just inquisitive, don't hesitate to contact the shop. We carry the best brand of equipment and accessories available in the industry. We test all of our products to insure clients of trouble free use. We are located in South-Central Pennsylvania in the city of Lancaster, in the heart of the PA Dutch Country.

Outfitting all ages from beginners to advanced anglers with the finest products and services in Fly Fishing, Fly Tying, Technical Clothing and Gear, Gifts, Luggage and Fly Fishing related products! The shop offers a complete schedule of Fly Fishing Schools, Seminars, Fly Tying Instruction, Fly Casting Classes and Guide Services throughout the year. Travel to local, exotic and remote Fly Fishing destinations is our specialty!

Remember, Fly Fishing is personal sport and to most anglers, a personal passion. To learn, develop and excel in the sport you need personal attention. This is how we started and continue to service our customers since 1980...with a gentle hand and personal service. Anything less just won't due.

Nicholas J. Delle Donne, Owner and Founder