Calling all fly fishing and film enthusiasts! Don't miss the upcoming Moody Gardens Fly Fishing Film Fest on April 26th and 27th! The event will showcase both the International Fly Fishing Film Festival (IF4™) and the Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T), offering attendees a chance to experience some of the finest content in the world of fly fishing. The screenings will take place at the MG3D Theater, Texas's largest screen, providing an immersive and captivating viewing experience for fishing enthusiasts.
It is the gathering place of the fly fishing community and a celebration of friendship, conservation and appreciation for nature, fly fishing stories, and stoke. Check out vendor booths and the latest gear, raffles and door prizes from our premium sponsors, local fly shops, and more with a cash bar and great food.
Come for the action. Stay for the camaraderie, all while helping to raise money for the waters we love. So get ready to kick back, drink a beer or your beverage of choice, enjoy the cinematography, and get ready for the season ahead. Hotel packages are available.
The International Fly Fishing Film Festival (IF4™) stands as the premier fly fishing film event globally, featuring works crafted by professional filmmakers spanning the globe. It serves as the focal point for the fly fishing community, offering a platform to celebrate the passion, lifestyle, and culture of fly fishing. A rendezvous for enthusiasts, it becomes a lively celebration of friendship, fly fishing stories, and shared excitement. Catch the IF4™ film screening at Moody Gardens on Friday, April 26.
In 2024, the 18th installment of the Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) embarks on a journey, showcasing an outstanding collection of short films sure to kindle your anticipation for the upcoming season! Catch the screening at Moody Gardens on Saturday, April 27. This year's lineup delves into the science of the Costa Marlin Project, explores the depths of the jungle for massive Peacock Bass, and unveils a rare Steelhead story featuring characters as unique as the fish itself, among others. As the original and largest event of its kind, the F3T proudly serves as an annual community gathering for all anglers. Come for the exhilarating on-screen action and stay for the thrilling prizes.
This package includes:
This package includes:
$15 per person | $10 per Moody Gardens Member (Reservation fee benefits the Moody Gardens Conservation Fund)
Raffle Tickets: 1 for $5, 5 for $20 - Must be present to win prizes! Additional raffle tickets will be available for purchase at the event - Proceeds benefit the Moody Gardens Conservation Fund.
$20 per person with film ticket | $40 per person standard rate
Learn how to fly fish with the pros from Good Fly! The class is two hours long with limited capacity available! Participants must be 13 years or older to join the class.
Indulge in fish tacos, concessions, and a cash bar throughout the event.
Browse through the Fly Fishing Vendor Booths to discover the latest gear inside the Visitors Center.
IF4 Film screening at the MG3D Theater with drawings for Fly Fishing Prize Packages
Intermission will include an animal presentation from Moody Gardens biologists.
Stay for the afterparty located at the Moody Gardens Hotel Lobby Bar where you'll have a chance to win another big prize!
$15 per person | $10 per Moody Gardens Member (Reservation fee benefits the Moody Gardens Conservation Fund)
Raffle Tickets: 1 for $5, 5 for $20 - Must be present to win prizes! Additional raffle tickets will be available for purchase at the event - Proceeds benefit the Moody Gardens Conservation Fund.
$30 per person
Join us for fly tying lessons and lunch! Lessons will last about 2 hours, with lunch immediately following. The activities will be held in the Macadamia Room at the Visitor Center.
$20 per person with film ticket | $40 per person standard rate
Learn how to fly fish with the pros from Good Fly! The class is two hours long with limited capacity available!
Indulge in fish tacos, concessions, and a cash bar throughout the event.
Browse through the Fly Fishing Vendor Booths to discover the latest gear inside the Visitors Center.
F3T Film screening at the MG3D Theater with drawings for Fly Fishing Prize Packages
Intermission will include an animal presentation from Moody Gardens biologists.
Stay for the afterparty located at the Moody Gardens Hotel Lobby Bar where you'll have a chance to win another big prize!
$20 per person with film ticket | $40 per person standard rate
Learn how to fly fish with the pros from Good Fly! The class is two hours long with limited capacity available!
In 2017 I retired from 26 years of service in the US Air Force. I managed a state park for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department until 2021, and currently am a lecturer for the Hollingsworth Center for Ethical Leadership at Texas A&M University. My education includes a BS in Wildlife Biology from Texas A&M University, an MA in Organizational Leadership from Chapman University, and an MS In National Resource Strategy from National Defense University’s Eisenhower School. I am also a graduate of the U.S Army Command and General Staff College.
My volunteer experience includes tutoring in Washington DC public schools, stocking food banks, serving at local meal kitchens, and participating as a “Fishing Buddy” with the Brazos Valley Chapter of Reel Recovery.
I became a Fly Fisher's International Certified Casting Instructor in 2020.
I am a registered Landscape Architect practicing in College Station, Texas. I am also a graduate of Texas A&M University. In 1989 I received a bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture and currently sit on the Professional Advisory Board for the department.
My fly fishing obsession began in 2002 and I became an FFI Certified Casting Instructor in March of 2020.
My volunteer efforts include being a "Fishing Buddy" for the Brazos Valley chapter of Reel Recovery on several retreat weekends.
I enjoy teaching casting and adventure travel. I have fished many locations around the country and have a passion for trout though local bass ponds are more plentiful in my area.
Through the Moody Gardens Conservation Fund, we are able to support a large number of local and global field conservation efforts. These projects range from efforts to protect our local sea turtles to saving African penguins across the globe. Each year we contribute funds, time and expertise to help protect and preserve animals and habitats. Our conservation fund is generated from our Penguin Encounters, Seal and Penguin Experience, penguin art, Otter Experience and other events such as this one.
