The Best Part of Winter Fly Fishing For Western North Carolina The best part of winter fly fishing in my area of western NC is the crowds are gone for the most part! The fish activity can be among the most active of the year depending on the cold weather. This past month in January…
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Learn to Cast a Switch Rod
Switch Rods in the Smoky Mountains Over the past several years I have enjoyed the versatility of using a switch rod on large streams. When you learn to cast a switch rod opportunities increase for the fly fisher. The magic lies in the fly line itself much more than the rod. I had already been…
Fall Fly Fishing Invasion in North Carolina
Fall Fly Fishing Invasion in North Carolina The fall fly fishing invasion in North Carolina really began in mid-September. Over the last few weeks, I have been fortunate to work with more visitors from Europe and Oceania than ever for the fall. Many think of Western Carolina as the “stock trout” bashing that goes on…