12/14/2025
On behalf of the FFSWFL crew, thank you to everyone who attended Fly Fish Southwest Florida last Saturday. Your enthusiasm, energy, and passion for fly fishing are what truly brought the event to life.
We want to give another major thank you to all of our sponsors for believing in this event and helping to make it possible, along with each of the local businesses who partnered with us.
Sponsors included: Merrill - The Orr Group, Renegade Tackle Co., East Cape Boats, Advanced Dermatologic & Cosmetic Institute, IGFA, 239 Flies, Sanibel Fly Outfitters, Larry Roorda Realtor, Estero River Outfitters, Collins Vision, Dee & Associates, and Tarpon Lodge & Restaurant.
We're also thankful for each of the panelists who shared their incredible knowledge and experience. This year's panelists included Bob Brooks, Pete Squibb, Capt Frank Catino, Nicholas Davis, Capt Melanie Gannon, Capt John Hand, Capt Kevin Grainger, Al Kuhre, and Capt Rick Grassett.
And we definitely can't forget the talented tyers who shared their expertise and patterns throughout the event. Thank you Drei Stroman, Scott Mentzer, and Wyatt MacAlister.
Truly appreciate our incredible volunteers—MJ Provencher, Gabriella MaGrath, Jim Stone, Conrad Couden, Carlos Sanchez, these events aren't possible without your dedication and willingness to help.
Special shout out to photographer Richard Sherman for capturing some amazing photos and memories of last Saturday.
Thank you to all of our silent auction sponsors and everyone who placed bids. Silent auction sponsors include: fishpond, Ohana Creations, Jason Davis Photography, Captain David Milne, Captain Kevin Grainger, Free Fly Apparel, OluKai, Leonza Machielse, Renegade Tackle Co, Sage Fly Fishing.
We hope that the personal connections that were made, the feelings of camaraderie that were shared, and stewardship of our local fisheries stay strong for a long time to come. What an incredible day!
