Volume 12 – Issue 3: Fall Edition 2025 As fall settles in, many of us find ourselves wondering what the season ahead will bring. The past few months have been emotionally intense — floods, shootings, legislation, and more. It’s been a lot to take in.
But this isn’t about politics. It’s about finding peace.
For many of us, peace comes with a fly rod in hand and good company nearby. Fly fishing isn’t just a sport — it’s a way to reconnect with nature, with others, and with ourselves.
So grab your calendar and start circling dates. Across the state, events are happening nearly every weekend leading up to the holidays. And with hunting season officially underway, there’s even more reason to be outside.
Got your license? (Hint, hint.) Then let’s go. Let’s spend time with friends and family. Let’s introduce someone new to the sport and make sure their first outing is unforgettable. Remember your first time out? Someone probably helped you. Now it’s your turn.
Let’s pay it forward — one cast, one conversation, one connection at a time.
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What you will find inside:
President’s Fall Message
Join FFI
“Fly Tying for All Fish, All Waters” Book Release
Costa Rica Trip
Texas Council’s Grants Program
Water Win!!
Hill Country Relief Effort and Funds
FFI Flyfest
Fall Events in Texas
Using a Phone to Take Hi-Res Pics
TFFC Temporarily Closed for Public Visitation
Smallest Fish Tournament Report
FWFF Auction and Banquet
Living Waters Custom Fly Line
Holdover Tournament
Beer Belly Black Spider Soft Hackle by Mike Hawkins
Valuable Fly Casting Resources on the FFI Site
Fly Casting Skills Development
Texas Council Support Letter
Sponsors Update
Texas Council Sponsors
Texas Council Clubs
Membership Application
Looking for a meaningful way to spend your time? Make a difference by volunteering with the Texas Council! Many of us who volunteer find the experience deeply rewarding — it’s a powerful way to release stored emotions and connect with others. There are countless opportunities to get involved across Texas, not only with the Texas Council, but also with local clubs and our valued partners like Texas Parks and Wildlife. Volunteers are the backbone of every nonprofit organization, and there’s no better time to get involved than now. Whether you’re passionate about conservation, community service, or simply want to give back, your time can truly change lives. To volunteer with the Texas Council, just email us at rhusted@texascouncilffi.com and help us build stronger communities across Texas.
Stay safe out there and see you this fall.
Russell Husted
President
Texas Council FFI