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

Casting Instructor Certification Program Learning Center 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

WHY THE LEARNING CENTER? 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

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