Author Archives: Catch Cormier

FTG membership has its privileges

Posted on January 4, 2025 by Catch Cormier

The new year brings a new series of Zoom technical skills sessions hosted by the FFI Fly Tying Group. These sessions are open to all members of the FFI FTG and will be held the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

Posted on December 23, 2024 by Catch Cormier

Here’s wishing our members and friends, and all of their families, a most blessed Christmas. Hope everyone finds something under the tree they can use for their piscatorial pursuits in the coming year. While Christmas is a season of festivity, … Continue reading →

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Alabama MRD considering new regulations

Posted on December 6, 2024 by Catch Cormier

The Marine Resources Division (MRD) of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources recently concluded three public hearings on the status of various fish species and potential new regulations on each. Although any proposed changes are still subject to … Continue reading →

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FFI to hold in-person event in 2025

Posted on November 22, 2024 by Catch Cormier

For the first time since 2019, Fly Fishers International (FFI) will hold an in-person event this coming year. The FFI Flyfest will be held Friday & Saturday, September 26 – 27, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. FFI Flyfest 2025 will … Continue reading →

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Alabama Marine Resources Division to host public meetings

Posted on November 9, 2024 by Catch Cormier

The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) Marine Resources Division (MRD) will host three public meetings to discuss potential regulation changes and the status of several saltwater species. The meetings will take place in November and December and … Continue reading →

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GCC fly anglers recognized with national awards

Posted on November 2, 2024 by Catch Cormier

Yesterday Fly Fishers International (FFI) announced the recipients of their 2024 Awards of Achievement. These annual awards acknowledge individuals and organizations who have advanced the FFI’s mission of conservation, education, and community. Two members of the Gulf Coast Council were … Continue reading →

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2025 Calendar of Events posted

Posted on October 28, 2024 by Catch Cormier

Every year about this time we post events for the coming year taking place across the Gulf Coast Council, hosted by our member clubs or supporting/partner organizations.  As well as events taking place in adjacent councils – Texas, Southern, Southeastern … Continue reading →

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GCC announces 2024 Achievement Awards

Posted on October 14, 2024 by Catch Cormier

Since 2007, the Gulf Coast Council has annually recognized members and clubs for their efforts to promote and advance fly fishing, fly tying, conservation and community within the GCC. Each award recipient will receive a personalized mug with their name … Continue reading →

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FFI Continuing Education: membership has benefits!

Posted on October 4, 2024 by Catch Cormier

If you’re an FFI Certified Casting Instructor (any level) , a member of the FFI Fly Tying Group, or a member of Women Connect, then one of the perks of membership is access to continuing education seminars. These are presented … Continue reading →

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