Outings
It’s all about the fishing!
Fort Worth Fly Fishers organize weekend outings to lakes and rivers within easy driving distance. Some are one-day events and others are multi-day. All provide opportunities to learn new waters and share the experiences with members.
Bill Ward Outing, April 6-8
Join us for an unforgettable adventure at Bill Ward's Ranch! Get ready to explore the clear water filled quarry, perfect for your watercraft. For those who prefer bank fishing, there are highly productive spots on Bill's side of the road. We'll be assisting Bill in...
Nolan River Outing, March 23
White bass will start running up into the creeks and rivers here in North Texas. And with a wet forecast from now through spring, this could be one of the best white bass runs in years! Let’s hope for that. The Nolan River runs from the Cleburne area into the Brazos...
Trout Outing at the Blue River February 24th
The Blue has been fishing GREAT! Fish have been strong and healthy. And February is the time to go – the fish get larger as the season continues and the fishing pressure is relatively low. The Blue River is located in Tishomingo, Oklahoma inside the Blue River Public...
Blue River outing near Tishomingo is Dec. 9
By Brett MoreheadOuting hostLocated in Tishomingo, Okla., inside the Blue River Public Fishing and Hunting Area, you will find the Blue River. The Blue River is spring-fed, starting in Connersville and flowing southeast to the Red River. Located two and a half hours...
FWFF favorite Beavers Bend outing is Nov. 10-12
By Bill HodgesFWFF Director Calling all trout fishermen! One of our finest regional trout streams, Oklahoma’s Lower Mountain Fork, is only about three hours away at Beaver Bend State Park, near Broken Bow, Okla. We have been going there since the club started, and we...
Bill Ward Ranch fall outing is Oct. 13-15
By Bill Hodges FWFF Director It’s time for another of the club’s all-time favorite outings – the Oct. 13-15 overnighter to Bill Ward’s Ranch near Mexia (pronounced muh-HAY-uh). The clear, water-filled quarry at the campsite is easily traversed and it leads to many...
Panfish 101 outing moves to Fox Hollow Park on Oct. 7
It is getting close to our next 101 session, which will be all about panfish. This innovative package included a Sept. 26 online presentation, and next is our Oct. 7 starting at 9 a.m. Join the club for our Local Panfish 101, hosted by Russell Husted, being held at...
Lucas Smith takes us to steelhead country Oct. 3
Lucas Smith splits his time between Pittsburgh and Colorado. When in Pennsylvania, he guides throughout the Allegheny Valley area and Ohio for trout or smallmouth. From November to April he specializes in chasing steelhead trout coming out of Lake Erie into rivers and...
Port Aransas is base for October coast trip
By Bryce BezantFWFF Director By Bryce Bezant FWFF Director The FWFF Coast outing is heading to the Port Aransas/Mustang Island area Oct. 19-22 (three nights). We have blocked out 10 rooms (20 people at two per room) at the Mustang Island Episcopal Conference Center,...
Latham Springs outing is Sept. 23
Club, we were able to access the Latham Springs Retreat Center, near Aquilla, for a late outing addition. This small lake is loaded with small panfish, and bass, that will readily take small flies on a light action road. It’s a superfun place to fish, both from the...
Come chase carp on the Nolan River July 1
By Chris Patnode Outing Host NOTE: This article reflects is a change of location for this outing.If you’ve never caught a carp on a fly rod, you’re missing a fun fight. They are tricky to catch, but if you know the right techniques, flies, and skills, you will get a...
June outing will head to the Llano River
By Russell HustedOuting HostOn June 23-25 we will take a trip to the South Llano River outside of Junction. The plan is to use Friday as a travel day, but fishing options are available if you wish to arrive earlier. This is one of my favorite areas to fish, as the...