Fly Fishing Events/Outings

Frozen Chozen

The NLFFs signature adventure. Join the ranks of the Chozen - passionate fly fishers who face the elements in hopes of catching some trout. While it's not always chilly, it certainly was during the inaugural outing of this series, which inspired the name!

Last Weekend in January

See below for the NLFF Events/Outings schedule and brief description. See newsletter for exact dates. All dates are subject to change.

Sowbug Roundup

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Third Weekend in March
Flies & Fleas

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Second Tuesday in October
Bending Rods @ Beavers Bend
Last Weekend in February

A winter outing in conjunction with the Contraband Fly Casters from Lake Charles, LA. The Lower Mountain Fork River at Beavers Bend State Park offers fantastic fishing opportunities for rainbow and brown trout. Come bend a rod with us!

Spring Bluegill Bonanza

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April 2026 Date to be Determined
Third Saturday in June
Big Cypress Bayou Blowout

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A day, weekend or week of fly fishing and treasure hunting - it's your choice. Some come for the day while others stay longer. Purtis Creek State Park in Eustace is a stellar kayak fishing lake! Bluegill and bass are plentiful and are not the only treasures that await. Land treasures can be found at one of the largest flea markets in the world! This is a fantastic opportunity for the wjhole family. Get your stay reservations early.

NLFF Annual Fundraising Banquet
Fall Bluegill Bonanza
Caddo Fly Fishing Expo

This annual show in Mountain Home, AR is centered in one of the greatest fly-fishing areas of the world. The White and Norfork Rivers provide a backdrop for anglers visiting the show. The show boasts 150 expert fly tyers, over 20 vendors, auctions and raffles each day, free seminars, free fly-tying classes and free casting lessons.

Big Fun on the Little Red
Kisatchie Bayou Wet Wade
Weekend of May 30, 2026
July 19th 2025
Third Saturday in August
Second Saturday in September
October 2025 Date to be Determined
Novemeber 7th - 10th 2025

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Ozark Smallmouth Float
December 2025 Date to be Determined

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Fly Fishing Trifecta
Our End-Of-Year Extravaganza Three Destinations - One Trip

A farm pond overrun with bluegill of which the farmer wants get rid. Open areas are easy to fish might even catch a bass or catfish. After a few hours of fishing, the farmer dumps some feed in to get the water boiling with fish! Come throw a line in the middle of the frenzy!