Float Fishermen of Virginia

01/13/2022

Been there done that!

11/13/2019

09/06/2019

What a great weekend!

08/10/2019

Float Fishermen of Virginia began in 1969 with a group of friends that spent their free time canoeing, kayaking, and rafting the rivers and streams of Va. Today FFV is a statewide organization that consists of 5 chapters representing different regions across the state. We are so lucky here in Va to have access to a diverse system of rivers, creeks, streams, and tributaries. Float Fishermen paddle all of the above, whether you enjoy fishing in the tidewater region, a casual family float in small class I or II rapids, to big whitewater for our adrenaline junkies! We welcome paddlers of all experience levels and there are more than a few members ready and eager to train noobs. In order to continue enjoying all of the natural wonders we are so lucky to have here, Virginia Float Fishermen is dedicated to the preservation and conservation of our streams and waterways. Our members are always eager to load a boat on a vehicle and head to the river. Below you will find a list of our organized events that are held every year with Memorial day and Labor day weekends being the main event.

2019 Calender

Directions to FFVa Events can be found on the Event Sites page. Click here onEvent Sitesor on the tab above.

1. ​Douthat Weekend: 4/5/19 – 4/7/19 Location: Douthat State Park
Contact Rick Mattox for information.
2. Dickel Spring Fling: 4/12/19 – 4/14/19 Location: Peck Place on the Rockfish
Contact Ginnie Peck for information.
3. R5 Cajun Weekend: 4/26/19 – 4/28/19 This is a ticket event: $30 per person
Contact Ed Galloway for tickets: [email protected]
4. Memorial Weekend: 5/24/19 – 5/27/19 Location: Slate River Property
Click here for directions to Slate River Property or click on the Event Sites Tab above.
Slate River mowing fee: $75
5. Labor Day weekend: 8/30/19 – 9/2/19 Location: Solitude on the James River.
Meeting on Sunday at 9:00am at the campsite.
River tax: $5 per person or $10 per family.
6. Dickel Bash – To Be Determined
7. Winter Meeting: Saturday 12/7/19 Location: Slate River Property
Meeting Starts at 11:00am
8. Fruit Cake Float– January 1, 2020
Contact Konrad Zeller
Details TBD

Other Major Events: Bateau Festival
6/14/19 – 6/21/19
Can find information at James River Bateau Festival site online

People you should know

President: Tyler Willoughby
[email protected]
Vice Presidents:
● Tony Adams: [email protected]
● Bill Duncan: [email protected]
● Erica Goode: [email protected]
● Bill Tanger: [email protected]
Secretary: Ginnie Peck
[email protected]
State Treasurer: Bryon Jones
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Membership Chair: Scott McEwen
[email protected]
Co-Membership Chair: Ginnie Peck
[email protected]
Newsletter Editor: Vera Houghton
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Webmaster: Traci Martin
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Conservation Chair: Bill Tanger
[email protected]