March 1, 2016

Just a reminder that all Hatchery Supported Waters are closed until Saturday April 2.  March is the time that the NC Wildlife gets to stock all the Hatchery Supported Streams.  Delayed Harvest Waters, Cherokee Tribal Waters, and the GSMNP waters are open at this time.  The Cherokee Tribal Waters will close for 2 weeks in the middle of March prior to their opening weekend tag fish tournament.  Check out the tribal website for specific information.  Always consult the NC Wildlife Website and regulation book for more specifics on season, creel, and bag limits.

The Delayed Harvest section of the Tuckasegee River in Jackson County should get stocked this week.  Duke Energy is scheduled to release from East and West Forks from 12am until 11:59pm the next three days but as always this is subject to change.  We have a direct link on our website so always check it out before hitting the Tuck!

The Tuckaseigee Chapter of Trout Unlimited will be holding its monthly meeting this evening starting at 6:30pm at the United Community Bank in Sylva.  The meetings program will be Charlie Chmielewski, TU volunteer coordinator for the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.  Charlie will be speaking about the parks needs for volunteers in the upcoming year and the importance of further water sampling in the park.

Tight Lines!