Author Archives: Catch Cormier

A kayak for Christmas

Posted on December 18, 2022 by Catch Cormier

This past Summer/Fall, the FFI Gulf Coast Council held our 2nd-ever kayak raffle. The prize was a Crescent Kayaks CK1 Venture, one of the hottest new fishing kayaks on the market. Made in the USA, it has received strong reviews … Continue reading →

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Louisiana redfish in jeopardy… what next?

Posted on December 7, 2022 by Catch Cormier

At last Thursday’s monthly meeting of the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission (LWFC), LDWF marine fisheries biologist Jason Adriance gave the most recent assessment on red drum stocks in the state.  The report summarized that, while spawning stocks of redfish … Continue reading →

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Buckner elected to FFI Tying Group BOD

Posted on November 19, 2022 by Catch Cormier

At the FFI Virtual Expo, Gulf Coast Council board member David Buckner of Ocean Springs, MS, was announced as the newest member to the Fly Fishers International (FFI) Fly Tying Group (FTG) Board of Directors. In addition, he will serve … Continue reading →

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Final days for our kayak raffle

Posted on November 11, 2022 by Catch Cormier

A reminder that our 2022 GCC Kayak Raffle ends this Monday, November 14th at midnight.  If you haven’t bought tickets yet, or looking to improve your odds of winning by purchasing a few more, please don’t hesitate.  For one, your … Continue reading →

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FFI Virtual Expo this weekend!

Posted on October 31, 2022 by Catch Cormier

FFI Virtual Expo Friday-Sunday, November 4-6 $25 registration some workshops require fee * Online auctions currently open Registration for the Expo remains open. The online Expo offers presentations, fly tying demonstrations, live casting instruction, workshops, auctions, vendor videos, and more. … Continue reading →

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Toledo Bend Rendezvous this weekend

Posted on October 24, 2022 by Catch Cormier

A reminder that this weekend is Rendezvous at North Toledo Bend State Park in Zwolle, LA.  For 33 years, one of the longest running casual gatherings of fly tiers in the country!  Open to everyone, whether you tie flies or … Continue reading →

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FFNWF, Morrison recognized by Fly Fishers International

Posted on October 10, 2022 by Catch Cormier

FFI Awards Ceremony Wednesday, October 19, 2022 7:00 pm CDT Zoom webinar, public invited The Fly Fishers International (FFI) Board of Directors is proud to announce the recipients of the 2022 FFI Board awards. These awards are given to recognize … Continue reading →

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LWFC passes NOI for new trout regulations

Posted on October 7, 2022 by Catch Cormier

Yesterday at their October meeting, the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission adopted a Notice of Intent (NOI) to change speckled trout regulations. Current: 12-inch minimum size / 25 daily bag limit Proposed: 13.5-inch minimum size / 15 daily bag limit … Continue reading →

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