FALMOUTH FLATS FLY FISHERS
All Fish - All Waters
Dedicated to fly fishing and the education,
conservation, and sustainability of the sport
The Falmouth Flats Fly Fishers is a diverse group of anglers with one thing in common: The Fly Rod. Located in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed, we are a nonprofit charter club of Fly Fishers International (FFI) dedicated to the promotion of fly fishing through education, restoration, and conservation efforts.
Our club was spawned as a result of the seasonal shad and striped bass runs on the easily-waded Rappahannock River flats below the Falmouth Bridge in Fredericksburg, Virginia.
Over the course of several years, as an increasing number of fly fishers came into contact with one another at the flats, information was shared, friendships made, and - on January 19th of 1999 – the Falmouth Flats Fly Fishers was launched at an organizational meeting which drew 25 people by word-of-mouth advertising. Our current membership now exceeds 100.
Today, our club’s activities, projects, and monthly meetings reflect the varied interests of our anglers. We welcome individuals of all experience levels and fly fishing focus. Whether you prefer chasing cold-water trout, warm-water bass,
or salt water monsters, you’ll find like-minded anglers in this club. Our meetings, currently conducted the third Tuesday of every month, are attended by experienced fly anglers, beginners, and those just curious about the sport.
If you have questions about the Club, fly fishing in the area, or attending a meeting, click the button to the right to contact us.
Monthly Conservation / Education Link
Recent Catches
Craig with one of his 20
catches from the 17 Jan
Frozen Rose Expedition
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John with the first fish
of the new year
(7 January)
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Joe bringing in the big browns on the Delaware
(21 December)
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John was on the bonefish in Andros
(15 December)
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Jim with a giant peacock
bass somewhere in the Amazon (7 Dec)
2026 Snapshot Calendar - Click Here
2026 Meeting Presentations - Click Here
26 February At the Vise - Fly Tying for Shad
Note - The first session is sold out; follow-on sessions have open slots
First in the three part River Rock Outfitters' From Vise to River: Shad Fishing series
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm River Rock Outfitters 708 Caroline St, FXBG 22401
Limited slots available. To register, click HERE. There is a $5 fee per class.
Part 2: Rigged and Ready - Rod Prep, Knots, and Gear scheduled for 12 March
Part 3: On the Run - On the Water scheduled for 9 April
17 March Monthly Meeting
Downstairs Meeting Hall, Fredericksburg Baptist Church, 1019 Princess Anne St
6:00 pm: Fly Tying 7:00 pm: General Meeting
Presentation: Shad and Striper Status, Alex McCrickard, DWR
18 - 22 March Ohio Steelhead Trip
Chasing chrome along Ohio's Lake Erie Rivers
Club VRBO is filled, but plenty of hotel space if you want to come up
Contact Lars for details (Lhudnall@aol.com)
28 March* Casting Clinic / Practice
Focused on new fly anglers or those who want to learn the sport
Old Mill Park, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
* Date subject to change based on weather / details TBP ~ 14 March
17 - 18 April SNP Overnight Brookie Trip
Hike in, camp, and fish Big Run in Shenandoah National Park
Limited to 6 anglers Click HERE for trip information / overview
To sign up, contact John (john.s.pearsall@gmail.com)
18 April Club Booth at Earth Day
Fly tying and fly casting instruction
Old Mill Park, Fredericksburg 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sign-up to support the booth beginning first week of April
24 - 25 April Overnight Rap-Rapp kayak / canoe trip
Note - dates changed to 24-25 April
Click HERE for trip information / overview
To sign up, contact James (tweeddale@gmail.com) or Wilson (wgreenlaw@gmail.com)
2 May Smith River guided float
Fish for brown trout along the Smith River near Basset, Virginia with Smith River Outfitters
Two boats reserved, up to five boats available if needed / Seats filled as deposits are received
$550 + tip per boat ($275 per angler)
If interested, contact Lars (Lhudnall@aol.com) for details or to sign up
Recent Events
Frozen Rose Expeditions
Full Picture Deck and Video published after 3rd Expedition (19 February)
Annual Christmas Dinner
Click HERE to see The Year in Pictures - 2025
Club Day at Cedar Creek - 12 December
