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Trout fishing 101

April 10, 2018 Catch Cormier

One common question I get from newbies is, “Where and how do I fly fish for rainbow trout?” […]

Gearing up for gobbules

March 10, 2018 Catch Cormier

Longtime readers of this column know that I often refer to sunfish as “gobbules” (pronounced gah-bools). Many might wonder how the term originated. […]

New ‘worm’ order

February 10, 2018 Catch Cormier

A little over six years ago, Dave Hise took a children’s play toy and turned it into one of the most productive flies since the Woolybugger. […]

And the Flocky goes to ….

January 10, 2018 Catch Cormier

As we do every year at this time, we recognize fly fishing achievements in Louisiana with our FLC (Fly Lines column) awards. […]

There’s a popular commercial set in medieval times where guests present a particular brand of beer to the king. Appreciative, the king responds, “You are a true friend of the crown. Dilly, dilly!” […]

For Pete’s sake — part deux

November 10, 2017 Catch Cormier

This month, we continue our tribute to Louisiana’s fly fishing legend, the late Pete Cooper Jr., by focusing on a particular species dear to his heart — flounder. […]

For Pete’s sake- Redfish advice from a fly fishing legend

October 10, 2017 Catch Cormier

In early July, the fly fishing community suffered a great loss. Pete Cooper Jr. passed away after a courageous bout with cancer. He was 72. […]

IFTD and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamreels

September 10, 2017 Catch Cormier

There were beaucoup smiles following the recent International Fly Tackle Dealer Show — again held in conjunction with ICAST, the world’s largest fishing trade show. […]

Fly fishing tournament raises money for heroes

August 9, 2017 Catch Cormier

Mathew Roberts had a New Year’s resolution. The avid kayaker and co-founder of Mission Six wanted to catch his first redfish on fly rod. In early Spring he did. And as he put it, his curiosity became an obsession! […]

A day at the pond

July 11, 2017 Catch Cormier

I get these calls all the time. It goes something like this: “I’m new to fly fishing and looking to get an outfit. I’ve got a trip planned with a guide to the coast (or Montana) in a couple of weeks.” […]

Materials of opportunity

June 10, 2017 Catch Cormier

Don Lawler of Shreveport is a man on a mission. His mission? To scour craft stores, dollar stores, hardware stores for materials to use for his next great fly. […]

A contested matter

May 9, 2017 Catch Cormier

Later this month, the Coastal Conservation Association’s summer-long STAR tournament kicks off in Louisiana. Once again, there’s a fly fishing division. Awards will go to the anglers weighing in the heaviest speckled trout in the East and West Divisions. […]