Fly Fishers International has been developing a Strategic Plan and now wishes to share with members. And with the help of our members, shape what comes next for our organization. The work to date has focused on setting a strong foundation. The next step is to expand the conversation to include voices from across the organization. This is an important opportunity to influence the direction of FFI.
During these sessions, we will review:
- How This Phase Began
- The Work Happening Now
- What’s Next
Member Input Matters
Our members are the backbone of FFI. This is an opportunity for each of you to help shape the direction of FFI. We will review the 4 priorities that have been identified through the planning process. We are seeking input on:
- Which of these four are most important to you—and why?
- Where do you see the greatest opportunity within each area?
- What is missing, unclear, or misaligned with your experience?
- How should these priorities show up in the work you do locally?
Town Hall Schedule
While the schedule is based on your region, you’re welcome to attend any session you are available.
- January 28 @ 7pm ET – Chesapeake, Eastern Waters, North Eastern Councils
- February 3 @ 6pm CT – Gulf Coast, Florida, Southeastern Councils
- February 5 @ 7pm ET – Great Lakes, Ohio, Upper Midwest Councils
- February 18 @ 7pm CT – Southern, Texas Councils
- February 25 @ 7pm PT – Oregon, Washington Councils
- March 4 @ 7pm MT – Eastern Rocky Mtn, Western Rocky Mtn Councils
- March 11 @ 7pm PT – Northern California, Southwest Councils
How to Join
If you are an active member of FFI, you should have received an email with registration info. If not, first check your spam folder. Next, contact the FFI Operations office and let them know. Make sure you are currently active in FFI and that your email address is correct.
An urgent reminder that this Friday is the deadline for responses to the proposed Notice of Intent (NOI) to reduce the buffer zone for industrial harvest of menhaden (pogies) from 1/2 mile to 1/4 mile. Please read the following summary, then email your thoughts to: jadriance@wlf.la.gov
Our 4th annual Gulf Coast Classic is still four months away, but excitement is building! We’ve once again procured many of the great fly tiers from last year, while adding some new renown tiers. We’re also excited to announce that our Conservation Keynote speaker will be Dr. Aaron Adams, one of the premier marine scientists in the nation as well as a fly fishing expert and author.
No Wake Outfitters and the FFI Gulf Coast Council will be hosting a special event on Saturday, January 17th featuring Jeff Preddy, owner of Fly Hair Company. Time is 12pm to 5pm. Location is the No Wake Warehouse on 1926 Airline Dr in Metairie, LA. There will be a food vendor onsite as well as beverages.
Here’s wishing our members and friends, and all of their families, a most blessed Christmas. Hope Santa brings that one fishing gift you really need… a new fly rod, a new fly line, or perhaps a ruler to measure those 24-inch speckled trout you claim to catch!
The Winter 2025 edition of The Gulf Streamer, the newsletter of the Gulf Coast Council of Fly Fishers International, is now available to the public online.
The FFI Fly Tying Group’s annual Online Tying Technique Series continues this month and into the new year. The Series is held the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month until May 5th. Time is 7:00pm CT.
The 4th annual Gulf Coast Classic returns to the Learning Campus of Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores, AL, this coming May 1st and 2nd. Hosted by the FFI Gulf Coast Council, the Classic is a two-day event celebrating the sport of fly fishing through seminars, fly tying and casting workshops, fly tying demonstrations by top national and regional tiers, a multi-species fishing tournament, a fly film festival, and more. The event is an opportunity to connect with other anglers, vendors, and fellow enthusiasts in a community-driven setting.
