Cenla Fly Fish Fest a big success!

Our first-ever Cenla Fly Fishing Festival exceeded expectations.  Many thanks go to the following: our club members who gave their efforts leading up to and during the event, our speakers, our guest tiers, our casting guru (Jeff Ferguson), our exhibitors, and our many donors.  We will leave our Festival pages up so you know who these folks are. Please thank and support them!

The event made the Town Talk newspaper and KALB TV news.  Mayor Clarence Fields - a self-described fishing fanatic - showed up and was wowed by the fly tying. Attendance was just over 120, we added 11 new members, and we signed up several folks for our Fly Fishing 101 next month. We also raised enough money to fund our conservation and educational wish-list. We have already set a date for the 2nd annual Fest in January, 2016.  Look forward to seeing everyone!

Tomorrow is Cenla Fly Fishing Day!

Our first-ever conclave takes place tomorrow at Kees Park Community Center in Pineville from 9:00am to 4:00pm.  Looks like we'll get a break in the weather, with the sun finally coming out and the high temperature reaching up to 57 degrees.  If you haven't made plans to come, it's never too late.  The event is free and fun for the whole family.  Stop by - even if just for a half-hour or hour - and see what a fishing festival is like.

For more info, click on the Cenla Fly Fest page and the Speakers/Tiers/Exhibitors page.

Jan. 20th meeting - Trout and White Perch

Our first meeting of 2015 will be on Tuesday, January 20th at 6:30pm at the Rapides Westside Library in Alexandria.  The public is welcome, so bring a guest if you can.

The hot topic on the agenda will be the club's upcoming "Cenla Fly Fishing Festival" on January 24th.  However, we'll also talk fishing... during the next few weeks we have club trips to Broken Bow and the Little Missouri for trout.  Also, peak season for crappie is coming up.  We'll share where to go, and what to use. 

Also, it looks like KFF will be joining Cane Country Fly Casters for a local "outcast" event on March 28.

2015 dues are due! Just $20 for either individual or family - and FREE for military and students!

January 24th proclaimed as "Cenla Fly Fishing Day"

An historic moment occurred at Tuesday's meeting of the Pineville City Council. Mayor Clarence Fields proclaimed Saturday, January 24th as "Cenla Fly Fishing Day".  FYI, that's the day of the first-ever Cenla Fly Fishing Festival hosted by Kisatchie Fly Fishers at Kees Park in Pineville.  In the proclamation, Mayor Fields - himself an avid bass angler and occasional flycaster - recognized the numerous opportunities for fly fishing in central Louisiana, and the fact that many of the state's freshwater fly rod division records come from the area.  Afterwards, Mayor Fields handed a framed copy of the proclamation to KFF president, Glen 'Catch' Cormier.  Thanks to Mayor Fields and everyone on the council, especially KFF member Christy Frederic, for this great recognition!

Cenla Fly Fest - 12 days and counting!

Our first-ever "conclave" is less than 2 weeks away - Saturday, January 24th - and the list of tiers is impressive.  We also have a great lineup of speakers and several exhibitors.  On Thursday we'll post the lineup of programs, speakers, and fly tiers.  So mark your calendars for January 24 and don't miss it!

KFF Christmas Gathering - Dec. 15th

In lieu of our regular meeting, the club has decided to gather for dinner that evening. Come join us for great food and conversation! 

 

Date: Monday, December 15

Location: Copelands, 2421 S MacArthur Dr, Alexandria, LA

Time: 6:30pm

Dutch Treat

For menu selections, http://www.copelandsofneworleans.com/menu-alexandria-la

You can bring a spouse, guest, sibling, etc.

Dress is casual (but no waders!)

RSVP required... DEADLINE Sunday, December 14... email Catch Cormier

Nov. 24th meeting - LDWF biologist Rickey Moses

Our next meeting will be on Monday, November 24, 2014 at 6:30pm at the Rapides Westside Library in Alexandria.  The public is welcome, so bring a guest if you can.

Our special guest speaker will be LDWF regional biologist Rickey Moses who will talk about area fisheries, including results of their recent surveys.  Here's a golden opportunity to learn where the fish are!

Also on the agenda:  fishing reports, update on the Cenla Fly Fishing Festival, and updates on proposed club trips.

November 18 fly tying - Estaz Charlie

Our next fly tying session will take place on Tuesday, November 18, at the Rapides Westside Library in Alexandria.  Time is 6:30pm. The public is invited.

The pattern this month will be the Estaz Charlie. Bob Nauheim's Crazy Charlie is one of the most effective saltwater flies ever created. In the early 90s, Kyle Moppert and Mike LaFleur each created separate versions of this pattern utilizing estaz for the body (in lieu of transparent ribbing) to give it greater flash and appeal to specks and reds.  The popular version used today uses craft fur in the wing instead of kip tail.  This is a great wintertime pattern!

Bring your tools if you have some, materials will be provided.  For those without tools, the club has 3 sets of tools for use only during tying sessions.  See ya there!