Author Archives: Catch Cormier

FFI announces Matt Jockers as new President and CEO

Posted on September 3, 2026 by Catch Cormier

Fly Fishers International (FFI) has announced that Matthew “Matt” Jockers has been named President and Chief Executive Officer, effective September 1st. A lifelong flyfisher and an FFI Certified Casting Instructor, Jockers steps into the role with a deep personal connection … Continue reading →

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FFI FlyFest agenda, details now online

Posted on August 18, 2026 by Catch Cormier

FlyFest 2026 September 24-26, 2026 Redding Civic Auditorium Redding, CA The premier event of Fly Fishers International will take place in just over a month in scenic Redding, CA. Featuring presentations, fly tying demonstrations, casting and tying workshops, a trade … Continue reading →

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Summer 2026 Gulf Streamer now online

Posted on August 14, 2026 by Catch Cormier

The Summer 2026 edition of The Gulf Streamer, the of-fish-al newsletter of the Gulf Coast Council of Fly Fishers International, is now available to the public online. CLICK HERE to download (4.2mb, 15 pages, PDF format). This issue was initially … Continue reading →

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Mark your calendar for these Fall events

Posted on August 2, 2026 by Catch Cormier

Football, festivals, and fly tying… oh my! Fall offers some of the best fly fishing in the year, especially on lakes and interior coastal areas. But it’s also a busy time for events – including fly fishing activities. Here are … Continue reading →

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FCSD Facilitor Online Training available August 22nd

Posted on July 22, 2026 by Catch Cormier

There are still two more sessions available in 2026 for the Fly Casting Skills Development (FCSD) facilitator training. Both online sessions are on Saturday, August 22nd, one at 11am and the other at 6pm CST. Registration is required. There is … Continue reading →

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Rio Rumble announced for October 3rd

Posted on July 10, 2026 by Catch Cormier

17th Annual Rio Grande Rumble Saturday, October 3, 2026 Start: 7:00am (first light for pre-registered) End: 12:30pm (weigh-in) Event site: Lafreniere Park, Metairie, LA $25 entry fee, includes lunch and refreshments Hosted by the New Orleans Fly Fishers Club, the … Continue reading →

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LA governor vetoes tarpon gamefish bill

Posted on June 26, 2026 by Catch Cormier

A bill that would’ve given gamefish status to Atlantic tarpon in Louisiana has been vetoed by Governor Jeff Landry. This despite House Bill 688 by Rep. Joseph Orgeron having passed both chambers of the Louisiana legislature by unanimous margins.  It … Continue reading →

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Remembering Bill Gammel

Posted on June 12, 2026 by Catch Cormier

Last week, the fly fishing world lost an icon in the realm of fly casting. Bill Gammel of Baytown, TX, passed away at the young age of 56. Gammel was a fly casting instructor who – with his father Jay … Continue reading →

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