Fly Fishers International: Preserving Fly Fishing Legacy and Conservation Efforts
Fly Fishers International is an international non-profit organization dedicated to supporting, enhancing, and preserving fly fishing opportunities through environmental stewardship, education, and conservation efforts. With a history dating back to the 1960s, they focus on educating individuals in casting, tying, fly fishing skills, and conservation. Today, they have grown to over 230 clubs with nearly 12,000 members in 44 countries, supporting various conservation initiatives, providing casting and fly tying instruction, and preserving the art and literature of fly fishing.
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WHO WE ARE International non-profit organization Fly fishers, fly casters, fly tiers Conservationists of all fish in all waters Educators of all things fly fishing FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
WHO WE ARE MISSION The mission of the Fly Fishers International is to support, enhance and preserve fly fishing opportunities. Fundamental to this mission is environmental stewardship and education. FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
WHO WE ARE STRATEGIC VISION At its core, the Fly Fishers International is the only outdoor sports non-profit organization exclusively representing fly fishing for all fish in all waters. Our core connection vehicle is education. We strive to be the best fly fishing educators in four areas: casting, tying, fly fishing skills and conservation. FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
WHO WE ARE HISTORY Original concept was to create a national federation of fly fishing clubs. There were 12 founding clubs. First Conclave held June 1965 in Eugene, Oregon hosted by McKenzie Flyfishers. FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
WHO WE ARE HISTORY Second Conclave in September 1966, FFF had grown to 29 clubs. Regional Councils were created to govern a largely volunteer organization Membership office located in officer s home FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
WHO WE ARE TODAY 17 Councils with over 230 clubs Almost 12,000 members in 44 countries More than 1,400 Certified Casting Instructors Small staff of 8 supports the network of volunteers who deliver programs to members and interested parties FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
WHAT WE DO Provide high quality casting and fly tying instruction Conserve fisheries worldwide Preserve fly fishing artifacts, art and literature Pass on the legacy of fly fishing FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
CONSERVATION Native Fish focus Invasive Species focus Water and Habitat focus Conservation education Advocates for science-based policies that protect and improve our fisheries. Conservation Grants FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
CONSERVATION NATIVE FISH FOCUS Restoring native species to historic habitat Defending imperiled native species Designing strategies to protect native species and their habitats FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
CONSERVATION INVASIVE SPECIES FOCUS Partner with agencies and organizations Education Clean Angling Pledge FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
CONSERVATION POLICIES THAT PROTECT AND PRESERVE Science-based approach Protect public waters Preserve and provide more public access FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
CONSERVATION WATER AND HABITAT FOCUS Adopt a Stream Program Conservation Grants Program FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
CONSERVATION CONSERVATION EDUCATION Programs that teach conservation Catch and release Whitlock-Vibert boxes Monofilament recycling FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
EDUCATION Casting Instructor Certification Program Learning Center Fly Tying Group FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
EDUCATION CASTING CERTIFICATION PROGRAM Basic casting Master casting Two hand casting FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
EDUCATION CASTING CERTIFICATION PROGRAM Rigorous test proctored by Casting Board of Governors Helps instructors build skills Provides credentials to those who want to attract clients FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
EDUCATION LEARNING CENTER Curriculum being developed in four focus areas Conservation Casting Fly Tying General Fly Fishing Skills Introduction of curriculum at 2017 Fair FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
EDUCATION WHY THE LEARNING CENTER? FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
EDUCATION FLY TYING GROUP Instructor resources Demonstration tying Tying classes FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
EDUCATION FLY TYING GROUP Fly plate construction Fly tying patterns Fly Tying Video Library FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
COMMUNITY BUILDING OUR COMMUNITY Guides Association International Fly Fishing Fair Membership FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
COMMUNITY GUIDES ASSOCIATION Guides Association listing located at www.flyfishersinternational.org Social media promotion for guides Networking opportunities FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
COMMUNITY INTERNATIONAL FLY FISHING FAIR Annual event open to all Fly Fishing University & Women s Program Workshops and classes for beginner to advanced FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
COMMUNITY INTERNATIONAL FLY FISHING FAIR Fly Tying & Casting Demonstrations Social Activities Auction, dinners & awards Trade show with all the latest fly fishing gear FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIP WHY BELONG? To protect our native fish and their habitats To protect the history and tradition of the sport of fly fishing To join the world of fly fishing where knowledge of techniques, skill and camaraderie are shared FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
COMMUNITY MEMBER BENEFITS FLYFISHER The Osprey Monthly E-news Blog Tying Times The Loop - Professional Journal of Casting Instructors www.flyfishersinternational.org Member discounts for travel, insurance FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! FLYFISHERSINTERNATIONAL.ORG / P 406.222.9369
