May delivered some of the best fishing we've seen in a while on both of our tailwaters—and it's only getting better. Consistent hatches, improving weather, and varied flows have offered good opportunities for both wade and float anglers.
Read MoreOne thing to keep in mind next time you are on the water, fish tight to the banks. We’ve had excellent success running a #12 Micro Chubby with a short dropper (8–12") in foam lines.
Read MoreIn the past, I have been trying to beat the afternoon high-water recreation flow. As of lately, I have been finding success with fishing this new-to-us right angle rig. Increasing our tippet size to 4.5X and running a larger, oversized bead nymph allows the fly to get deep quick.
Read MoreOnce you reached Beidleman Creek on the “SOHO” or Stoney Creek on the “Taug”, you would start to see the apparent color change in the water, which would follow suit along the rest of the river . . .
Read MoreThroughout April, I found that I almost exclusively rigged up a dry dropper setup for my clients. Fish were eager to eat the dry on top, but it can also be used as light indicator for your nymph or midge below.. . .
Read MoreWe all are feeling the anticipation and excitement growing for the Grannom caddis hatch! We can only hope that this year brings half of what we saw last April . . .
Read MoreThe first month of a fully open South Holston River has come to a close.
Read MoreFishing season is here and the river is open.
Read MoreThe last river report of 2023! It’s been a great year, with some fantastic fishing…
Read MoreWinter is here and the fishing is still solid! Some amazing hatches…
Read MoreOctober was a beautiful month for us here in East Tennessee.
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