Fly Fishers of Idaho

Hello members, quick reminder of our up and coming Christmas party at Casa Mexico Address: 10332 Fairview Ave # 104, Boise, ID 83704 next to Harbor freight.

The dinner menu has several selections as of last year that worked out nicely. We will have the White elephant gift exchange for those that want to participate; it is highly encouraged as it’s a whole lotta entertainment. For any new people we like to keep gifts at the $ 25 dollar range wrapped of course. Please let me know if you and your spouse are coming. Look forward to finishing the year off with a great party, remember their is no meeting as the party over see’s that. Hope to see you there. D.S. ( Any question’s Call me Don 208-577-0543)

Hello members. This month’s program will be given by Dale Piocos, he will be discussing (Fall fishing Tactics) expect some of the best fishing this time of the year. Come on out and stockpile some great tricks and techniques for a more productive catch ratio from Dale. We have one more Roadside cleanup for the year on Oct 25. We will meet at the Stage Stop restaurant at 9:00 am for breakfast. For you new people good boots and a trash picker are a must. There will be a fishout on the South Fork afterwards. D.S.

https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fall-chinook-salmon-and-steelhead-update-september-24-2025

Guest Speaker this month is Andy Harl from the Mayfly Project.
The Mayfly Project is a 501(c)(3) organization that uses fly fishing as a catalyst to mentor children in foster care. Our mission is to support children in foster care through fly fishing and introduce them to their local water ecosystems, with a hope that connecting them to a rewarding hobby will provide an opportunity for foster children to have fun, feel supported, and develop a meaningful connection with the outdoors.

Hello members this months presentation will be given by Mike McLean. Mike will be educating you on the equipment and preparation needed for high mountain fishing. This will be one not to miss.

Title: Fishing Method’s for High Mountain Waters

Mike McLean

Are you curious about fishing high mountain lakes? You may have a perception about what it takes to access these gems?

Mike will also share a little-known way to access these lakes, and what it takes, both in gear and guts to do it.

Are you looking for that mythical place where you can fish in a serene, isolated location. Then this presentation is for you.

Mike will share methods to access and strategies to fish the many lakes around McCall and beyond.

Mike knows many of the 400+ lakes that surround the McCall area. He’ll share different methods and gear to access these lakes, and will share his 2 MOST favorite methods, hiking and bike-packing deep in to the back country.

If you know nothing about bike packing, this will blow your mind! He’ll even share a few, but not all, of the secrets he has acquired over the years. You’ll understand why, after Mike’s upbringing in National Parks, why he’s so passionate about wild and remote areas.

Hope to see you there Prez D.S.

It’s with very heavy hearts that we at FFI announce the passing of one of our longtime members Brad Strawn on or about March 8th in his sleep. A gentle giant that we will surely miss. Brad was a prominent member of the fly fishing community and a true steward of the river and lakes, just an all around great friend and member of FFI. Further announcements on services will be posted. Fish on Brad and will meet up down river!!!!

Hello Members, the meeting this month is going to be a tie -in this Saturday 10:00 am at Fish and game downtown Boise.
the management will supply donut’s bring your own coffee. This is a chance to see up and personal some of our best tiers, bring a few patterns to show off, we will be giving instruction on equipment and technique so come on out for a great time. Afterward we can go out for lunch at the Ram. Hope to see you there, bring your dues if not done so. Any question’s give me a call Don 208-577-0543    ( Remember this is the meeting for the month, not the usual Thursday)

Hello FFI members, happy new year and hope everyone had a great holiday season. All of us on the board are looking forward to an awesome fishing season full of great programs and club activities. Our first guest speaker this year is Jenn Vincent fish biologist for fish Idaho & game. Though many people don’t know, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) has a fisheries research team that specifically addresses questions related to resident sportfish management. The team is comprised of four people which includes biologists that focus on Wild Trout, Hatchery Trout, and Lakes and Reservoirs research in addition to a supervisory biologist that oversees all three of those positions. Jenn Vincent, who is the wild trout evaluations biologist on this research team, will introduce how this research team was developed and how research questions are prioritized for fisheries management in Idaho. She will then share some of the past and current ongoing research within the program. Topics will include the “Tag You’re It” and Trojan male (M_YY) Brook Trout programs. It’s time to reup your dues for the new year, we are increasing the cost of membership by $5.00 so please bring cash or a check. For those that can’t make it please mail it in to Fly Fishers Of Idaho P.O Box 8661 Boise, Idaho 83707. There will be a $ 5.00 late fee charged after the March meeting if not received. A Special shout out to Jerry Cripe who donated the knife for our fund-raising raffle this last year. Jerry will also be coming to the meeting for his photo op, by the way Keith Murphy was the big winner. I’m sure Jerry will answer any questions on sharpening or knife making in general Hope to see everyone there your Prez D.S.

Remember their is no meeting in December the Christmas party takes over Saturday Dec 7 6:30 Casa Mexico next to harbour freight. We need a head count. White Elephant gift exchange, keep it around $ 25. Any questions give me a call . Don 208-577-0543