Author Archives: Catch Cormier

LWFC’s menhaden proposal: what you need to know

Posted on October 11, 2021 by Catch Cormier

Last Thursday October 7th, at their monthly meeting, the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission adopted a Notice of Intent (NOI) to add coastal buffer zones to Gulf menhaden harvest regulations.  The proposed changes would implement a coastwide buffer for commercial … Continue reading →

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A.J. Rosenbohm recognized for FFI Leadership Award

Posted on October 8, 2021 by Catch Cormier

The Fly Fishers International Board of Directors is proud to announce the recipients of the 2021 FFI Board Awards of Achievement.  These awards acknowledge those individuals and organizations who demonstrate the highest levels of achievement, dedication and contribution to preserving the … Continue reading →

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FFI Virtual Auction continues September 24th

Posted on September 22, 2021 by Catch Cormier

Registration is currently ongoing for the FFI Virtual Expo 2021. The main event is set for November 5th through 7th, featuring over 150 interactive, hands-on workshops and presentations on casting, fly tying, conservation, women in fly fishing, travel, and much … Continue reading →

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Fish kill update: situation much better than expected

Posted on September 17, 2021 by Catch Cormier

According to a report Tuesday from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries,  the aftermath of Hurricane Ida has left over two million acres of fish kills due to low dissolved oxygen. This “dead zone” stretched from the lower areas … Continue reading →

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Rendezvous 2021 officially cancelled

Posted on September 12, 2021 by Catch Cormier

For the second year in a row, Toledo Bend Rendezvous – scheduled for November 5th through 7th at North Toledo Bend State Park in Zwolle, LA – has been cancelled due to Covid-19 concerns. According to organizer Walter McLendon, the … Continue reading →

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Register now for the Panhandle Film Tour & Shootout

Posted on September 4, 2021 by Catch Cormier

Panhandle Fly Fishing Film Tour Friday, September 10, 2021 Shoreline Church, 140 Palmetto, Destin Doors open: 6:00pm Films show: 7:00pm – 9:00pm $20 per person in advance, $25 at door (does not include tournament entry) The 15th annual Fly Fishing … Continue reading →

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Hurricane Ida’s aftermath: bad news for anglers

Posted on September 2, 2021 by Catch Cormier

This past Sunday, Hurricane Ida made landfall near Port Fourchon, Louisiana, with sustained winds of 150 mph, and reported gusts as high as 172 mph. As such, it tied last year’s Hurricane Laura which hit Cameron, Louisiana, as the second … Continue reading →

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FFI Virtual Expo registration now open

Posted on August 20, 2021 by Catch Cormier

The first-ever Fly Fishers International Virtual Expo is coming up November 5th through 7th. The FFI Virtual Expo brings all the workshops, experiences, knowledge, and community of our annual Expo to a digital platform. Over the course of the three-day event you’ll … Continue reading →

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More cancellations announced due to Covid

Posted on August 19, 2021 by Catch Cormier

With the recent spike in the number of Coronavirus cases, and in an effort to insure the safe health of all involved, a number of FFI clubs, councils, and other groups and agencies have cancelled events scheduled for the next … Continue reading →

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