Category Archives: General

Currently centered over the Yucatan peninsula, Tropical Depression Cristobal is forecast to re-enter the southern Gulf of Mexico on Friday, then progress rapidly towards the Louisiana coast. While this rapid movement will likely prevent the storm from reaching Category 1 … Continue reading →

On the recommendation of several board members, the FFI Gulf Coast Council directors voted yesterday to extend our raffle ticket sales deadline. The original date was April 15th. The new deadline to purchase tickets is now July 15, 2020 at … Continue reading →

This Spring, the FFI Gulf Coast Council is raffling off a Crescent Kayaks LiteTackle 12 kayak and paddle. Every ticket purchased helps to support GCC conservation and education initiatives. The LiteTackle 12 is one of the hottest new fishing kayaks … Continue reading →

First off, wishing all our fellow fly anglers and their loved ones the best wishes for a safe, healthy, and prosperous year ahead.  May your loops be tight and your flies get victimized often.  And may there be many great … Continue reading →

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 →

As is the case each July, the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation has released it’s Special Report on Fishing. The 2019 Report will be part of the “State of the Industry” presentation at this week’s ICAST in Orlando, Florida. It … Continue reading →

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries reminds all sportsmen that all 2017-2018 recreational fishing licenses will expire on June 30, 2019. Licenses for the 2019-2020 seasons are now available for purchase and are valid from the date of purchase … Continue reading →