Author Archives: Catch Cormier

GCC announces 2019 honorees

Posted on September 3, 2019 by Catch Cormier

The Gulf Coast Council has annually honored FFI members and clubs for their outstanding contributions to our mission. This year, we recognize 7 individuals and 2 clubs for their promotion and advancement of fly fishing, fly tying, conservation and community … Continue reading →

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Celebrate the great outdoors on September 28th

Posted on September 1, 2019 by Catch Cormier

Established by Congress in 1972, National Hunting and Fishing Day is celebrated the 4th Saturday of September. The day recognizes the contributions of America’s hunters, anglers, and other outdoors enthusiasts to our natural resources, with events in 37 states. This … Continue reading →

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George Norton joins GCC Board of Directors

Posted on August 31, 2019 by Catch Cormier

At their August meeting, the FFI Gulf Coast Council board of directors unanimously approved the appointment of George Norton to the board. George fills the seat vacated by Jeff Deuschle. George will also serve as Secretary on the GCC Board. … Continue reading →

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Miller’s white bass recognized as LOWA Fish of the Year

Posted on August 8, 2019 by Catch Cormier

The Louisiana Outdoor Writers Association (LOWA) maintains the listing of top 10 fish of each species for both Rod & Reel and Fly Fish Divisions.  Each year, the LOWA Records Committee selects the outstanding submissions of the previous year.  The … Continue reading →

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Ferguson receives FFI Council of Excellence Award

Posted on July 29, 2019 by Catch Cormier

At last week’s annual FFI Fly Fishing Expo in Bozeman, Montana, Jeff Ferguson of Lake Charles, Louisiana, was recognized by Fly Fishers International with the 2019 Council of Excellence Award for the Gulf Coast Council. The COE Award is presented … Continue reading →

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Richard recognized by FFI for casting contributions

Posted on July 26, 2019 by Catch Cormier

At this week’s annual FFI Fly Fishing Expo in Bozeman, Montana, Keith Richard of Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, was recognized by Fly Fishers International with the 2019 Jay Gammel Casting Award for “his lasting contributions to the teaching of fly casting … Continue reading →

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Tickets going fast for Dave Hughes seminar

Posted on July 17, 2019 by Catch Cormier

7th annual NLFF Masters Series Saturday, July 27, 2019 9:00am to 5:00pm Red River National Wildlife Refuge Sunflower Rd, Bossier City Hosted by the North Louisiana Fly Fishers Tickets $35, open to the public, seats limited Headliner: Dave Hughes Ticket … Continue reading →

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2019 RBFF Report: fly fishing continues growth

Posted on July 9, 2019 by Catch Cormier

As is the case each July, the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation has released it’s Special Report on Fishing. The 2019 Report will be part of the “State of the Industry” presentation at this week’s ICAST in Orlando, Florida. It … Continue reading →

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