The Fly Fishers of Virginia (FFV) was established in 1982 to promote the art of fly rod fishing, to foster good sportsmanship, and to promote conservation of the nation’s natural resources. During the year, six dinner meetings are occasions for informational programs pertaining to the many aspects of fly fishing and conservation activities. Programs are presented by international and local experts and celebrities in the fly fishing world, as well as knowledgeable FFV members. Fishing trips are scheduled each year for cold water, warm water, and saltwater species. Fly tying classes, casting clinics, seminars and workshops are offered periodically.
The club, a 501(c)(3) organization, is an affiliate member of Fly Fishers International and also gives financial support to a number of conservation and fly fishing related organizations. In recent years we have provided support to Reel Recovery (Virginia region), Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, Mossy Creek Restoration Fund, Potomac River Keeper Network, James River Association, Brotherhood of the Jungle Cock (Virginia chapter), VCU Foundation – Rice Center, Coastal Conservation Association, Mayfly Project, Virginia Outdoor Writers Association, and Shenandoah National Park Trust.
Membership is by invitation only. A prospective member must have a sponsoring member begin the process.
Leadership Team
Chuck Davis
President
Clint Edwards
VP of Fishing Activities
Clare Novak
VP of Conservation Activities
Tim Jackson
Co-VP of Special Events and Education
Gary Andrejco
VP of Membership
Tom Moseley
Co-VP of Fundraising
Jim Mattson
Co-VP of Fundraising
Tony Escalona
VP of Project Healing Waters
Robert Thomas
VP of Communications
Taylor F. Turner, IV
VP of Technology
Jamie Bennett
VP of Donee Relations
Matt Enderle
Secretary
Donna Anderson
Treasurer
Tommy Nauman
Co-VP of Special Events and Education
Club Presidents
- Tony Scrimizzi – 2023, 2024
- David Skove – 2021, 2022
- Grayson Harding – 2019, 2020
- Tom Mlot – 2017, 2018
- Jay Armstrong – 2015, 2016
- Steve Lewis (CM) – 2013, 2014
- Ken Eastwood – 2011, 2012
- Robert Thomas – 2009, 2010
- Larry Cortright – 2007, 2008
- Dan Genest – 2005, 2006
- Richard Roadcap – 2003, 2004
- Doug Walden – 2001, 2002
- H. W. Leathers – 1999, 2000
- Bill “Billy” Pearsall – 1997, 1998
- Carl R. Fisher – 1995, 1996
- Sam Goodpasture – 1993, 1994
- David E. Bagby (CM) – 1991, 1992
- Charles Ellis – 1989, 1990
- Taylor F. Turner, Jr. (CM) – 1987, 1988
- George Cosby, Jr. (FM, CM) – 1985, 1986
- Nat T. R. Burgwyn (FM, CM) – 1982, 1983, 1984
(FM) – Founding Member
(CM) – Charter Member