Category Archives: Events

2021 Sweetwater Classic moved to September 17-18

Posted on November 21, 2020 by Catch Cormier

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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FFI Online, Season 2, kicks off this Wednesday

Posted on October 30, 2020 by Catch Cormier

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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Great weather for this Saturday’s Rio Rodeo

Posted on September 27, 2020 by Catch Cormier

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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The rodeos will go on!

Posted on August 9, 2020 by Catch Cormier

While the Covid-19 pandemic put a grinding halt to all indoor gatherings, it has affected outdoor events – such as fishing tournaments – to a lesser degree. That’s because outdoor spaces are well suited to increased social distance. Tournaments can … Continue reading →

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Dates set for 2nd annual Sweetwater Classic!

Posted on August 7, 2020 by Catch Cormier

Gulf Coast Sweetwater Classic Friday-Saturday, February 26-27, 2021 Percy Quin State Park, McComb, MS FREE admission to park & festival Classic tournament entry fee: $30 Big Bream Contest entry fee: $5 The FFI Gulf Coast Council will host our 2nd … Continue reading →

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LDWF cancels National Hunting and Fishing Day festivities

Posted on August 6, 2020 by Catch Cormier

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) has canceled National Hunting and Fishing Day (NHFD) events which were scheduled for September 26th. Featuring a wide range of hands-on activities and exhibitions, these annual … Continue reading →

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Rendezvous 2020 cancelled due to Covid-19 concerns

Posted on August 1, 2020 by Catch Cormier

Since 1989, the Toledo Bend Rendezvous – simply known as “Rendezvous” – has been the largest informal gathering of fly tiers, and other fly fishing enthusiasts, in the South. Held annually in early November at North Toledo Bend State Park … Continue reading →

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FFI annual membership meeting goes online

Posted on July 18, 2020 by Catch Cormier

Monday, July 20th 9:00 am CDT Join Zoom webcast via this link This coming week would’ve been the annual FFI National Fly Fishing Expo, with the typical mix of workshops, seminars, fly tying demonstrations, casting clinics, exhibitors, vendors, award banquet, … Continue reading →

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Cenla Festival kicks off 2020 events in GCC

Posted on January 9, 2020 by Catch Cormier

Cenla Fly Fishing & Light Tackle Festival Saturday, January 18, 2020 8:30am to 3:30pm Kees Park, 2450 Highway 28 East, Pineville, LA FREE admission! The start of a new year brings several events across the Gulf South, beginning this weekend … Continue reading →

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