Today is Father's Day. Wishing all of you dads a wonderful day - especially those of you who have made fishing a part of your family life. I'm especially grateful on this day to my late father, who shared with me his passion and skill of fishing, hunting and gardening.
On Monday, the Kisatchie Fly Fishers hold their monthly fly tying session at the Rapides Westside Library in Alexandria. Time is 6:30pm. This month, the group will tie the Disco Midge. Bring your tools, if none, the club has a few sets for use during the session. Materials are provided. Beginners are welcome. For more info, go to www.kisatchiefly.org.
On Tuesday, the Contraband Fly Casters hold their monthly meeting at St. Paul Lutheran Church on 1620 East Prien Lake Road in Lake Charles. Fly tying and discussion at 6:00pm, meeting at 7:00pm. On the agenda: the club's upcoming fly fishing expo in July. Guests are welcome. For more info, go to www.contrabandflycasters.net.
Also on Tuesday, the Lafayette Kayak Fishing Club holds their monthly meeting at Pack and Paddle on 601 East Pinhook in Lafayette. Time is 6:00pm. On the agenda: upcoming LA1 Slamboree tournament, CPR Update, tackle tips, and fishing reports. For more info, go to www.lafayettekayakfishing.com.
Also on Tuesday, Backcountry Hunters and Anglers (BHA) will hold a "Pint Night" at Columbia Street Tap Room in Covington. Time is 7:00pm. Come grab a beer and a burger and discuss water access issues with BHA regional directors and board members. For more info, contact Jason Sheridan at jason.a.sheridan@gmail.com.
On Thursday, the New Orleans Fly Fishers hold the 2nd of their twice-monthly fly tying sessions at St. Francis Xavier Church Hall on 444 Metairie Road. Bring your tools, if none, the club has sets for use during the session. Bring $1 for materials. For more info, go to www.neworleansflyfishers.com.
Starting Friday, and continuing Saturday, it's the "Leeville Fly Fishing Weekend" which replaces the long-running "Grand Isle Fly Fishing Weekend". Members of fly fishing clubs in Louisiana and Mississippi (and elsewhere) are invited to fish along the Highway 1 corridor, then join the group for Friday night shrimp boil and Saturday night fish fry (sharing a portion of their filets for the fry). Make your own lodging arrangements. RSVP if attending either the Shrimp Boil or Fish Fry. Go to www.rsff.org for details.
On Saturday, Orvis of Baton Rouge will hold another "Fly Fishing 101" at their store on 7601 Bluebonnet. Orvis FF101 is a one-day, 2-hour clinic introducing the basics of fly fishing and fly casting. There is no cost, but pre-registration is required as spots are limited. For more info, contact 225-757-7286.