Mangrove Coast Fly Fishers
Sarasota, Florida
Who We Are
Mangrove Coast Flyfishers, Inc. (MCFF), was established in 1996 as a Florida not for profit corporation by a group of dedicated fly fishing enthusiasts residing in Sarasota, Florida.
Activities of MCFF are based on its prime location on the southwest coast of Florida, which offers its members a wide range of fly fishing opportunities. Saltwater opportunities include near shore Gulf, bays, flats and beaches, Many Freshwater opportunities are located within easy driving distance from Sarasota. Our many available species of fish range in size from freshwater panfish to 100+ pound tarpon. Fly fishing guides and other experts make presentations at our meetings on how to catch our local fish. MCFF has monthly organized outings available to all members.
Our monthly meetings start off with fly casting instructions from certified fly casting instructors. We also have fly tying instructors demonstrating local patterns. Each meeting has a program of fly fishing interest and is wrapped up with various raffles or auctions.
In addition to fly fishing, MCFF supports local conservation efforts. For example, Club members assist in seagrass surveys, help a local marine laboratory with a tag and release program for hatchery reared snook and redfish, teach fly fishing skills to students and disabled veterans and makes donations to local organizations involved with water conservation and restoration.
