Here’s a look ahead at what the RSFF crew has in store for the month of October.
NOFF Day Trip to Ship Island
Saturday, October 11
The New Orleans Fly Fishers Club is currently planning a day trip to Ship Island Saturday, October 11th and would like to extend an invitation to any members of RSFF who may be interested. Contact AJ Rosenbohm at ajrosenbohm@gmail.com for more details.
Saturday, October 11th
9:00 am - till
Perkins Road Community Park
7122 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA
Want to improve your casting before that next big trip? Join RSFF Casting Chair, Felipe Martinez, for this month’s RSFF Casting Clinic at Perkins Road Community Park. The clinic begins Saturday, October 11th at 9:00am and is a great opportunity to learn some basics or bring you casting game to the next level.
With easy access to the Perkins Road Park pond and nearby Dawson Creek, you’ll even have the opportunity to wet a line once you have your casting stroke down!
Monday, October 13th
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Bluebonnet Regional Branch Library
9200 Bluebonnet Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA
Topic: Creek Fishing for Spotted Bass
This month, our speaker will be RSFF President, Brian Roberts. Consistently at the top of the Jambalaya Challenge leader board, Brian will be sharing some tips and tricks for targeting spotted bass in Louisiana creeks — a fantastic fishing opportunity right in our own backyard.
Brian will cover:
• Species identification and seasonal behavior
• Gear and tackle recommendations
• Trip planning and scouting tips
• Productive fly patterns and techniques
Whether you’re new to creek fishing or a seasoned angler, this talk will offer valuable insights you can apply to fishing moving water almost anywhere.
Guests are welcome! Reminder that when you arrive at the Bluebonnet Library, please enter through the main entrance, the club will have signs up directing you where to go.
For those wishing to attend remotely, a separate email will be sent the morning of meeting with log-in instructions.
Wednesday, October 15th
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Rally Cap Brewing
11212 Pennywood Ave, Baton Rouge, LA
Featured Pattern: TBD
While we haven’t settled on a featured pattern as of yet, you can be sure the beer will be cold, pizza will be hot and delicious, and plenty of fish stories will be shared. As always, we’ll have materials on hand for anyone interested in participating.
Everyone is welcome! Come enjoy some great brews, subs, and/or pizza at Rally Cap. We’ll have tools, vises, and materials available, so don’t hesitate to join us if you’re looking to learn!
F&F is an independent collective of tiers just looking to tie and enjoy a social gathering with some fine brews. While not affiliated with Red Stick, it was hatched by a few club members as an alternative to a traditional meeting environment. Everyone is welcome!
RSFF Fall Marsh Catch & Eat
Friday-Saturday, Oct. 24-25
The club's annual fall marsh fishing weekend will again take place along the Highway 1 corridor, culminating with the Saturday evening fish/shrimp fry. Host site will be Boudreaux's Motel in Leeville. RSFF still has 3 rooms available as of this post. Additional lodging in Golden Meadow. For more details, contact RSFF Saltwater Chair Randy Leonpacher at mleonpacr@bellsouth.net.
Monday, October 27th
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Bluebonnet Regional Branch Library
9200 Bluebonnet Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA
Featured Patterns: Woolly Bugger Changer
Join us Monday, October 27th, as the Garfather, Ken Holmes, teaches how to tie this Next Generation Fly Pattern.
This highly articulated, 6-part woolly bugger attracts fish in fast or slow water, rivers, ponds, and lakes, in dirty water or spring creeks. It imitates crayfish, minnows, sculpin, leeches, and many other natural foods.
As usual, beginners and guests are welcome! Tools, vises and materials are available for use during this session for those looking to learn.
RSFF Sack Up for Clean Water
When: TBA
Where: TBD
Still waiting on details for this month’s Sack Up event. Expect a separate email with that info once it’s available.
"Our love of fly fishing is not just about uncovering amazing locations; it’s also about taking responsibility for our environment. As our consumption increase so does the litter that finds its way onto our streets, into our infrastructure, ending in our waterways. RSFF is committed to educating and advocating for responsible practices to keep all of our favorite spots pristine.” -Conservation Chair, Robinson Almeida
Saturday, November 8th
Perkins Road Community Park
7122 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA
Be sure to join the RSFF crew for a special Casting Clinic at Perkins Road Community Park on Saturday, November 8th. Dubbed the “Fall Fling”, the event will feature FFI Casting Instructors ready to help you up your fly casting game.
Be sure to check an upcoming email for more details about the event.
