Author Archives: Catch Cormier

Mark your calendar for an FFI Town Hall

Posted on January 26, 2026 by Catch Cormier

Fly Fishers International has been developing a Strategic Plan and now wishes to share with members. And with the help of our members, shape what comes next for our organization. The work to date has focused on setting a strong … Continue reading →

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Take action now to preserve our marine fisheries!

Posted on January 18, 2026 by Catch Cormier

An urgent reminder that this Friday is the deadline for responses to the proposed Notice of Intent (NOI) to reduce the buffer zone for industrial harvest of menhaden (pogies) from 1/2 mile to 1/4 mile.  Please read the following summary, then … Continue reading →

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Get the latest on the Gulf Coast Classic

Posted on January 12, 2026 by Catch Cormier

Our 4th annual Gulf Coast Classic is still four months away, but excitement is building!  We’ve once again procured many of the great fly tiers from last year, while adding some new renown tiers.  We’re also excited to announce that … Continue reading →

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Meet and greet Fly Hair Co on Jan. 17th

Posted on January 2, 2026 by Catch Cormier

No Wake Outfitters and the FFI Gulf Coast Council will be hosting a special event on Saturday, January 17th featuring Jeff Preddy, owner of Fly Hair Company.  Time is 12pm to 5pm. Location is the No Wake Warehouse on 1926 … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

Posted on December 22, 2025 by Catch Cormier

Here’s wishing our members and friends, and all of their families, a most blessed Christmas.  Hope Santa brings that one fishing gift you really need… a new fly rod, a new fly line, or perhaps a ruler to measure those … Continue reading →

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Winter 2025 Gulf Streamer now online

Posted on December 18, 2025 by Catch Cormier

The Winter 2025 edition of The Gulf Streamer, the newsletter of the Gulf Coast Council of Fly Fishers International, is now available to the public online. CLICK HERE to download (2.6mb, PDF format). This issue was initially sent out to … Continue reading →

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Improve your tying skills with FTG Series

Posted on December 4, 2025 by Catch Cormier

The FFI Fly Tying Group’s annual Online Tying Technique Series continues this month and into the new year. The Series is held the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month until May 5th. Time is 7:00pm CT. The expert tiers … Continue reading →

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2026 Classic sponsor discounts end soon

Posted on November 15, 2025 by Catch Cormier

The 4th annual Gulf Coast Classic returns to the Learning Campus of Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores, AL, this coming May 1st and 2nd.  Hosted by the FFI Gulf Coast Council, the Classic is a two-day event celebrating the sport … Continue reading →

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