The Federation of Fly Fishers held
The National Fly Fishing Expo on March 28-30, 2008
at the Lakeland Center, 701 W. Lime St, Lakeland, Fla.

Website: www.Nationalflyexpo.com

A legendary field of speakers included: Diana Rudolph, Bruce Richards, Jon Cave, Nick Curcione, Dave Whitlock and Oscar Felieu, plus many other notable fly fishers from around the world.

Open seminars were held covering fly fishing around the country, fly tying and bamboo rod building. Local experts helped attendees find more fish in Florida and the best water. In the Fly Tying Theater, a dozen tyers demonstrated every conceivable pattern.

For more information, visit the website, www.NationalFlyExpo.com
Or call: Pete Greenan, President of the Florida Council of FFF
(941) 923-6095 or (941) 232-2960.

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New Florida Council FFF’s Day in the Sun
In recognition of the importance of this fly fishing community, the Federation of Fly Fishers announced the establishment of a new regional coordinating council, The Florida Council, Federation of Fly Fishers (Flyfisher Magazine, Autumn-2006, Page 15).

Check out the new Florida FFF Council Website:
http://www.FFFFlorida.org/

For a list of the Florida Council Clubs of the Federation of Fly Fishers, visit the Other Links page by clicking here...

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Fly Fishing Conclave - January 27, 2007
Sponsored by: The Florida Council, Federation of Fly Fishers
The first meeting of the Council for Florida fly fishers was held on Saturday, January 27 at the International Game Fish Association Hall of Fame in Dania, Florida. Over 300 people attended this first ever program. All programs were open to the general public as well as members.

There were casting programs by Dusty Sprague, who presented "An Introduction to Fly Fishing." Jon Cave, did a presentation on "Casting Techniques," Dan LaGace of Tampa presented "Casting Longer Lines," Joan Wulff presented "Ease and Accuracy with a Fly Rod" and Dr. Gordie Hill of Marathon, talked about "The Casting Certification Program."

Fishing Presentations in the theatre included the following:
- Jon Cave – author/angler - The Lagoon – Florida’s Best Kept Secret
- Steve Huff – Florida’s premier fishing guide - Fishing the Florida Keys
- Alan Zaremba/Marty Arostegui – top peacock bass guide/world record holder - Fresh Water & Peacock Bass
- Dr. Aaron Adams – author/angler - The Fisherman’s Coast
– Capt. Rick Grassett – top fly fishing guide - Fishing Southwest Florida
- Jim McCully – author/angler - Beyond the Moon: A Conversational, Common Sense Guide to Understanding the Tides

Fly Tying Demonstrations ALLl day included the following:
• John Sweeny – offshore flies
• Les Fulcher – exotic patterns
• Jack Neely – foam spiders plus
• Steve Gibson – salt water flies
• Oscar Feliu– salt water and fresh water flies
• Tom Logan – trout flies
• Ginger Allen – Florida Patterns
• Jim Brady – Warm water flies
• Dave Olsen – Florida Specialties
• Kevin Murphy – Saltwater Flies
• Joe Mulson – Warm water specialties
• Russ Hampton – Sailfish Patterns

Thanks to the great staff who put it all together and managed the event. Organizers included, FFF Florida Council President, Pete Greenan, 1st VP, Bill Gunn, in the Membership booth, J.C. Moricoli, raffles/fund raising was coordinated by Joanna and Roger Williams, receptionists included Ron Whiteley and Judy Tegge.

Thanks to everyone who made this event a huge success!

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For additional information about the FFF and the Florida Council Contact President: Capt. Peter T. Greenan
captpete@floridaflyfishing.com
2416 Parson Lane
Sarasota, FL 34239
941-923-6095


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Here are two URLs....one for the Press Release announcing Jack Nicklaus' association with the FFF and the second the "Podcast" interview conducted by PRWeb with Peter Van Gytenbeek:

Press Release: http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/4/prweb370529.htm

Podcast: http://www.prwebpodcast.com/releases/pod370529.htm

Jack Nickklaus Joins The FFF
Jack Nicklaus, Legendary Golfer And Avid Sportsman, Agrees To Join The Federation Of Fly Fishers As A National Spokesperson And Honorary Chairman of the FFF President’s Club
The Federation of Fly Fishers (FFF), a fly-fishing conservation and education organization representing over 30,000 fly fishers worldwide, announced today an association with golf legend and sportsman Jack Nicklaus.

Livingston, MT (PRWEB) April 13, 2006 -- The Federation of Fly Fishers (FFF), a fly-fishing conservation and education organization representing over 30,000 fly fishers worldwide, announced today an association with golf legend and sportsman Jack Nicklaus.

Jack Nicklaus has agreed to be a national spokesperson on behalf of the Federation of Fly Fishers, as well as to become Honorary Chairman of the FFF Presidents Club. The members of this charitable arm of the FFF represent those truly dedicated individuals and organizations that have made a 10- year financial commitment to support the mission of the FFF. Mr. Nicklaus is the first to be honored with this position. In addition, he has agreed to
become a member of the FFF Board of Directors.

Mr. Nicklaus has been an avid fly fisher for most of his life and has visited many exotic worldwide destinations to pursue this passion. Mr. Nicklaus’ philosophy is very consistent with that of the FFF.

“I am an avid outdoorsman and few activities or sports provide me with as much joy as fishing,” he said. “If you want to break it down even further, it would be fly fishing. I actually prefer to fly fish because I enjoy the skill, art and challenge of it.”

Roger Maler, President of the FFF’s Southern Council, stated “The commitment to the FFF by an individual of the caliber and renown of Jack Nicklaus is an acknowledgement of the importance of the Mission of the FFF.” Dr. Ron Cordes, incoming Chairman of the FFF Board of Directors, added, “The participation of Jack Nicklaus in furthering the efforts of a non-profit organization such as the FFF, the success of which is based upon the support of a vast number of volunteers, cannot be underestimated. His presence alone will send an important message to individuals and corporations alike whose potential support is critical to the FFF.”