Author Archives: Catch Cormier

George Ann Peters named to FFI Women Connect

Posted on March 2, 2021 by Catch Cormier

The FFI Gulf Coast Council is excited to announce that George Ann Peters has been named Council Representative to FFI Women Connect.  George Ann will serve as an ex-officio member of the GCC Board of Directors until such time as … Continue reading →

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FWC seeking public input on black crappie regs

Posted on February 21, 2021 by Catch Cormier

The Florida Wildlife Commission is holding virtual public meetings this month to review black crappie regulations. The purpose of these meetings is to seek stakeholder input – by region – on a draft Black Crappie Management Plan, which utilizes a … Continue reading →

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Mississippi legislation could be bad news for parks

Posted on February 15, 2021 by Catch Cormier

Today I received the latest newsletter from the Southeast Chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and sustaining public lands and waters for outdoorsmen. Of great concern was an article about Mississippi Senate Bill 2486. … Continue reading →

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FFI Online February schedule

Posted on February 6, 2021 by Catch Cormier

FFI Online Season Two continues this month. Whether it’s fly tying, fly fishing skills, conservation, FFI Women Connect, global fly fishing travel or more, these Zoom sessions are the next best thing to being on the water. Monday, February 8 … Continue reading →

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Tying Flies of the FFI Silver Skills Award

Posted on January 2, 2021 by Catch Cormier

Award-winning tier Jerry Coviello will present a 9-week presentation on Flies of the Silver Fly Tying Award, beginning Tuesday, January 19th. The online video sessions will continue thru March 16th. All times are 8:00pm CST. The FFI Tying Skills Awards … Continue reading →

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FFI Online remaining December schedule

Posted on December 12, 2020 by Catch Cormier

Between now and the new year, enjoy a host of online presentations from Fly Fishers International featuring experts in various fields, as well as some of the most recognized names in our sport. Whether it’s fly tying, fly fishing skills, … Continue reading →

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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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LWF Commission declines action on menhaden restrictions

Posted on November 8, 2020 by Catch Cormier

For the second time in three months, the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission opted to punt rather than deal directly with a growing conservation issue related to coastal fisheries. At their November 5th meeting, the LWFC was to consider a … Continue reading →

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LWFC to hear proposal for menhaden restrictions

Posted on November 1, 2020 by Catch Cormier

This Thursday, November 5th, the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission will consider a notice of intent to establish an exclusion zone for commercial menhaden fishing at their monthly meeting in Baton Rouge. Meeting time is 9:30am. Agenda Item #9 reads … Continue reading →

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