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The Gulf Coast Council (GCC) is a regional entity of the Federation of Fly Fishers, an international non-profit organization whose motto is "conserving, restoring, educating - through fly fishing". The GCC represents over 500 individual members and 20 charter and affliated FFF clubs in Louisiana, Mississippi, central and south Texas, coastal Alabama and western Florida.
The GCC region represents some of the richest fisheries in north America, from the fabled Texas Hill Country streams to the enchanting Louisiana swamps, from the warm waters of the Laguna Madre to the pristine Emerald Coast, and premier offshore destinations. With such great fishing opportunities, many anglers are looking to make the most of their experience on the water. We encourage you to discover why catching fish "on the fly" is the quintescent outdoors experience!
MISSION
It is the aim of the GCC to be an effective outreach organization in continuing the valued traditions of our sport. Any individual, family or non-profit organization can join the Gulf Coast Council by joining the Federation of Fly Fishers.
For more on the FFF, check out their website.
The Gulf Coast Council is more than just promoting the sport of fly fishing. Our mission is to also promote conservation and restoration within our region, through advocacy and funding of projects. We are a 501(c)3 organization operated through our bylaws.
Our bylaws are available online via this link.
ACTIVITIES
The GCC holds a major fly fishing show and convention each year, which we call an "EXPO". Serving as both fundraisers for our council and an educational vehicle for members and the public, GCC EXPO's feature programs, exhibitors, workshops, tying demonstrations by dozens of expert tiers, great food, and great fishing. Everything you need to explore every avenue of the sport in one weekend. Our first three FFF Gulf Coast Council Expo's were held in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
The 2010 FFF Gulf Coast Council Expo will be held Thursday- Saturday, April 8 -10, at the Civic Center in New Braunfels, TX. More details can be found on our 2010 EXPO page.
We also promote events and activities of our member clubs. Click on our Calendar page to find out what's happening when around the GCC and surrounding region.
Also, check out our quarterly newsletter, featuring news, fly tying patterns, tips and techniques, fishing reports, and much more.