Monthly Archives: August 2020

Hurricane Laura set to hit as Cat 4 storm

Posted on August 26, 2020 by Catch Cormier

As of 7am this morning, Hurricane Laura was a category 3 storm in the northwest Gulf of Mexico with sustained winds of 120 mph.  However, forecasters are now predicting that shortly before it hits the Texas-Louisiana border shortly after midnight … Continue reading →

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Peterson elected FFI Chairman of the Board

Posted on August 20, 2020 by Catch Cormier

At their recent meeting, the Fly Fishers International Board of Directors elected Dave Peterson as their new Chairman. Peterson succeeds Tom Logan, who will now serve as Vice President – Conservation. Dave is a retired school superintendent from Pentwater Michigan. … Continue reading →

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GCC awards cancelled, Tying award redefined

Posted on August 18, 2020 by Catch Cormier

What do the Tony Awards, Academy of Country Music Awards, and Gulf Coast Council Awards have in common? Answer: they’re among dozens of awards that have been postponed or suspended for 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic. At the most … Continue reading →

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Reflections on the life of Tony Spezio

Posted on August 15, 2020 by Catch Cormier

We were saddened today to learn that Anthony “Tony” Spezio, one of the most celebrated fly tiers in the country, and a good friend to many tiers in the Gulf Coast Council, has passed away after a prolonged illness.  He … Continue reading →

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The rodeos will go on!

Posted on August 9, 2020 by Catch Cormier

While the Covid-19 pandemic put a grinding halt to all indoor gatherings, it has affected outdoor events – such as fishing tournaments – to a lesser degree. That’s because outdoor spaces are well suited to increased social distance. Tournaments can … Continue reading →

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Clubs still active via virtual meetings

Posted on August 8, 2020 by Catch Cormier

In an effort to slow the spread of Covid-19, government officials back in March placed serious restrictions on public gatherings. Most meeting locations – libraries, church halls,  community centers – were closed or unavailable to groups. For many fly fishing … Continue reading →

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Dates set for 2nd annual Sweetwater Classic!

Posted on August 7, 2020 by Catch Cormier

Gulf Coast Sweetwater Classic Friday-Saturday, February 26-27, 2021 Percy Quin State Park, McComb, MS FREE admission to park & festival Classic tournament entry fee: $30 Big Bream Contest entry fee: $5 The FFI Gulf Coast Council will host our 2nd … Continue reading →

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LDWF cancels National Hunting and Fishing Day festivities

Posted on August 6, 2020 by Catch Cormier

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) has canceled National Hunting and Fishing Day (NHFD) events which were scheduled for September 26th. Featuring a wide range of hands-on activities and exhibitions, these annual … Continue reading →

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Great American Outdoors Act is now law

Posted on August 5, 2020 by Catch Cormier

Yesterday was an historic day for conservation as President Trump signed into law the Great American Outdoors Act. The law will allocate much-needed funding for national parks, public lands and waters, and recreational projects across the country. At a time … Continue reading →

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