Fly Fishers International Gulf Coast Council

06/18/2026

Happy birthday to our fin-tastic newsletter editor Corinne Duplan !

06/17/2026

Delighted to see FlyFest returning to "old school" with a featured headliner. Landing George Daniel is like landing a 10 pound bass! Well...almost.

Fly Fishers International is proud to announce that renowned fly fishing author, educator, and competitor George Daniel will join FlyFest 2026 as a Headline Presenter.

George Daniel has become one of the most respected educators in modern fly fishing through his work as Director of the Joe Humphreys Fly Fishing Program at Penn State University, his years representing Team USA on the world stage, and his best-selling books including Dynamic Nymphing, Strip-Set, and Tactical Fly Fishing.

Known for his incredible ability to teach anglers of all skill levels, George brings a rare combination of technical knowledge, humility, and passion for the sport.
At FlyFest 2026, attendees can look forward to presentations, demonstrations, tactical instruction, and opportunities to learn directly from one of the most influential voices in fly fishing today.

FlyFest 2026 takes place Sept. 24-26, 2026, in Redding, California.
Registration is now open.

Learn more at: https://www.flyfishersinternational.org/flyfest

06/09/2026

Bill was an icon in the arena of fly casting instruction.

06/05/2026

Each year, we recognize individuals and clubs for their accomplishments in conservation, education, service and other areas that promote the goals and ideals of the GCC and the FFI overall.

FFI members are encouraged to submit nominations for GCC Awards. Deadline is June 30th. Read our latest post for more details and requirements.
https://www.ffigcc.org

All awards other than President's Award are open for nomination. Also note that the "Fly Tying Achievement Award" - aka, "The Fred G. Hannie Memorial Tying Award" - is now a lifetime achievement award and is highly selective.

06/01/2026

Check out regional and online events for Women's Fly Fishing Month

Did you know that women are the fastest growing demographic in fly fishing? Fly Fishers International recognized the value in mentoring women by establishing a women-focused program over 10 years ago. It is now known as FFI Women Connect. In … Continue reading →

05/29/2026

**𝐅𝐅𝐍𝐖𝐅 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞**
The June newsletter and Fly of the Month have been posted on the FFNWF webpage at www.ffnwf.org .

 The Fly Fishers of Northwest Florida was founded in 1984.  Our core mission is to assist people of all ages to learn and enjoy the sport of fly fishing.  We are passionate about all aspects of the sport from fly tying and fly casting to the conservation and improvement of local fishing waters. ...

05/29/2026

Fly Fishers International is proud to introduce Council & Club Day, a special FlyFest kickoff event created exclusively for FFI club and council leaders, volunteers, and decision-makers.

We invite leaders from across the FFI community to join us on September 24 in Redding, CA, for a full day of networking, collaboration, workshops, and practical discussions focused on:
• Club growth
• Member engagement
• Leadership development
• Mentorship and succession planning
• Social media and communication
• Maximizing FFI resources and educational opportunities

As a thank you for your hard work, volunteerism, and dedication to FFI, Council & Club Day, lunch, and the Thursday evening FlyFest Welcome Party are all included with FlyFest registration at no extra charge.

This is more than a meeting. It’s an opportunity to share ideas, strengthen connections, and help shape the future of the FFI community together.

Sept. 24-26, 2026
Redding Civic Auditorium
Redding, California

Learn more and register at Link in bio.

05/27/2026

The Gulf Coast Fly Fishers Club will hold a special double seminar on Tuesday June 2nd, 6:00pm at the Biloxi Yacht Club. The public is invited. For details, go to:

The Gulf Coast Fly Fishers of coastal Mississippi will hold a “Double Header” seminar on Tuesday, June 2nd, at 6:00pm at the Biloxi Yacht Club at 124 Lameuse St in Biloxi, MS. On the agenda are Capt. Roger Apperly and … Continue reading →

05/26/2026

Each year, wildlife agencies in each state designate “Free Fishing Days” held in conjunction with National Fishing and Boating Week. We've listed the FFDs for each state in the Gulf Coast Council (a chance to enter new species in our Suncatch Challenge).

Each year, wildlife agencies in each state designate “Free Fishing Days” for the public to fish recreationally in public waters without a fishing license. These events are part of National Fishing and Boating Week. Free fishing days are the perfect … Continue reading →

05/25/2026