Fly Tying

Fly tying patterns for the Great Smoky Mountains region near Bryson City, NC! These patterns are tested hundreds of days a year on local waters and tend to produce the best results!

There are thousands of fly patterns out there today! The key is figuring out a select dozen or so that cover the majority of circumstances for waters globally!

Fly patterns match conditions of available light & water clarity for opportunistic trout. Most trout tend to feed opportunistically throughout the season.

Learn which patterns fish well for covering the majority of circumstances you may encounter. The patterns should work well for all trout waters you encounter.

Fly tying & fly fishing is the best marriage of hobby & sport there is period! Creating your own patterns will bring to you a fulfillment unlike no other catching trout in wild places.