Author Archives: Catch Cormier

FFI Online remaining December schedule

Between now and the new year, enjoy a host of online presentations from Fly Fishers International featuring experts in various fields, as well as some of the most recognized names in our sport. Whether it’s fly tying, fly fishing skills, … Continue reading

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2021 Sweetwater Classic moved to September 17-18

Gulf Coast Sweetwater Classic Friday-Saturday, September 17-18, 2021 Percy Quin State Park, McComb, MS FREE admission to park & festival Classic tournament entry fee: $30 Big Bream Contest entry fee: $5 Due to continuing concerns about Covid-19, and possible restrictions … Continue reading

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LWF Commission declines action on menhaden restrictions

For the second time in three months, the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission opted to punt rather than deal directly with a growing conservation issue related to coastal fisheries. At their November 5th meeting, the LWFC was to consider a … Continue reading

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LWFC to hear proposal for menhaden restrictions

This Thursday, November 5th, the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission will consider a notice of intent to establish an exclusion zone for commercial menhaden fishing at their monthly meeting in Baton Rouge. Meeting time is 9:30am. Agenda Item #9 reads … Continue reading

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FFI Online, Season 2, kicks off this Wednesday

As the COVID-19 pandemic hit this past Spring, many organizations took their communications with members online, utilizing video conferencing tools like Zoom, Webex and Google Meets. Fly Fishers International jumped in with both feet, initiating a popular series called FFI … Continue reading

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Support regional Casting for Recovery and win a BGE!

Casting for Recovery (CfR) provides fly fishing retreats for women with breast cancer, at no cost to the participants. These outdoors-focused retreats offer opportunities for women to find inspiration, discover renewed energy, and xperience healing connections with other women and … Continue reading

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Great weather for this Saturday’s Rio Rodeo

12th annual Rio Grande Rodeo Saturday, October 3, 2020 7:00am to 8:00am – registration 8:00am to 12 noon – fishing Shelter #2, LaFreniere Park, Metairie $15 entry fee includes lunch & refreshments A reminder that this Saturday, it’s the annual … Continue reading

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Hurricane Sally bashes north-central Gulf Coast

Just three weeks after Hurricane Laura devastated areas of the western side of the Gulf Coast Council (western Louisiana), Hurricane Sally has slammed the eastern areas of the Council. Hardest hit was Gulf Shores, Alabama, with winds of 100 mph. … Continue reading

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