Author Archives: Catch Cormier

Make plans for Toledo Bend Rendezvous Nov 1-3

Posted on September 20, 2019 by Catch Cormier

North Toledo Bend Rendezvous Friday-Sunday, November 1-3, 2019 North Toledo Bend State Park, Zwolle, LA In October 1989, members of the Pineywoods Fly Fishers and North Louisiana Fly Fishers met at North Toledo Bend State Park to camp and fish. … Continue reading →

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11th annual Rio Rodeo coming up October 5th

Posted on September 16, 2019 by Catch Cormier

11th annual Rio Grande Fly Fishing Rodeo Saturday, October 5, 2019 8:00am to 12:00pm (weigh-in) Sign in: 7:00am to 8:00am Sponsored by the New Orleans Fly Fishers $10 entry fee, includes lunch and refreshments All proceeds go to Casting for … Continue reading →

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Stocking offers hope for Mississippi seatrout recovery

Posted on September 12, 2019 by Catch Cormier

Earlier this week, roughly 134,000 speckled trout were released into Mississippi waters by the University of Southern Mississippi’s Marine Aquaculture Center. The stocking was an effort to restore a fishery threatened by the extremely high freshwater influx from the Bonnet … Continue reading →

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Louisiana spotted seatrout status – the good, bad, and ugly

Posted on September 5, 2019 by Catch Cormier

Earlier today, the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission (LWFC) held their monthly meeting at the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) headquarters on Quail Drive in Baton Rouge. On the agenda was a presentation by LDWF Marine Fisheries Biologist … Continue reading →

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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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