Fishing in Pisgah National Forest; some folks’ bucket list, some folks’ backyard escape! Either way, January and February are beautiful months in the forest and they bring cold, ultra-clear water, and the year’s lightest fishing pressure. Pisgah is worth visiting in...
Winter fly fishing in Western North Carolina is a quieter, more intentional season. One that rewards patience, a willingness to slow down and a little pre-planning for both fishing and safety concerns. As water temperatures drop, the trout’s metabolism also slows...
“Right on time,” I’d say. The pre-spawn and spawn-phase smallmouth bass are back in the rotation for guided trips. During this early spring window, the bass are hungry, a little fat and sassy, and ready to eat—especially in the warmth of the day. Being in a raft makes...
The Quill Gordon Dry Fly The cold winter has finally shaken off its icy grip. We had a long week of sunny skies with warm temperatures. The Davidson is flowing near ideal levels and the daytime temps are reaching into the mid 40s. Earlier in the week I drove around...
Winter fishing typically means higher water and cold temps. Sometimes standing in water that is 35° is challenging, even on sunny warm days. A great alternative is to float bigger rivers in the winter. Rafts and drift boats navigate higher water in winter and keep you...
A true “must have” fly!
