Author Archives: Catch Cormier

LA Commission votes to reduce menhaden buffer zone

Posted on November 9, 2025 by Catch Cormier

Last Thursday was a very disappointing day at LDWF headquarters in Baton Rouge, as members of the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission (LWFC) voted 4 to 3 in support of a Notice of Intent (NOI) to reduce the commercial menhaden … Continue reading →

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CfR Online Auction kicks off November 6th

Posted on November 3, 2025 by Catch Cormier

Here’s a chance to score on some great fly fishing gear, exclusive fishing trips, and unique gifts – all while supporting Casting for Recovery’s mission of providing healing outdoor retreats for women with breast cancer. CfR provides fly fishing experiences … Continue reading →

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Conservation Alert: Proposed rollback of menhaden regulations

Posted on October 13, 2025 by Catch Cormier

We need your help to stop rollback of menhaden regulations in Louisiana! Louisiana has long been one of only two states that doesn’t have significant  regulations on commercial menhaden harvest.  In fact, it’s been mostly unregulated until recent years. In … Continue reading →

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Learn or advance your casting skills via regional clinics

Posted on October 5, 2025 by Catch Cormier

Two more regional events coming in October for anyone wishing to learn about fly fishing and/or learn or advance their fly casting skills.   These clinics are free and open to the public. On Saturday, October 18th, the New Orleans Fly … Continue reading →

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Davis, Page, Borne earn Suncatch honors

Posted on September 26, 2025 by Catch Cormier

Congratulations to Andre Davis of Helena, AL, Gill Page of New Orleans, LA, and Eron Borne of Harrisonburg, LA, as the latest FFI members to qualify for the Gulf Coast Council’s Suncatch Challenge. All three met the eligibility for the … Continue reading →

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Saltwater Fly Fishing School announced

Posted on September 22, 2025 by Catch Cormier

Saltwater Fly Fishing School December 13 & 14, 2025 Port Fourchon, LA hosted by Down The Bayou Charter / Colorado Cajun Fishing featuring Jeff Ferguson, Casting Director for FFI Gulf Coast Council & Capt. Owen Belknap Price includes: 2 nights … Continue reading →

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Rendezvous – a fly tying tradition continues!

Posted on September 12, 2025 by Catch Cormier

North Toledo Bend Rendezvous Friday-Sunday, Oct. 31 – Nov. 2, 2025 North Toledo Bend State Park, Zwolle, LA Fall is finally here and that means it’s time for Rendezvous! This annual event is a casual gathering with no organized activities. … Continue reading →

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Enter to win a dream trip – and help a great cause!

Posted on September 8, 2025 by Catch Cormier

Exciting news!  At their recent meeting, the GCC Board of Directors voted unanimously to become a benefactor for Casting for Recovery – Southeast Regional Chapter.  This means providing whatever assistance we can for this great organization that helps support women … Continue reading →

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