July 18 - July 24,

Well it is no secret that we are in need of some rain.  Duke has cut out Monday recreational flows on the Tuck because of the low lake levels.  Other mountain streams such as those in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park are fishable.  The  water levels are low but they do offer cooler water. 

I have guided and fished many streams over the past week and I have to say that the most success I had was in Moses Creek.  The Southern Appalachian Brook Trout were eager to eat a well placed #16 Grey Caddis.  Straight Fork also presented many opportunities for clients.  They liked a #16 Parachute Adams presented on the edges of the stream.

Another thing to keep in mind is that we are starting to see some bees nest in the trees.  Be careful of these, hitting them with a fly rod would not be good.

I recommend fishing early morning, 6AM if possible and then late evening.  I suggest the following flies:

Grey Fox #14
Female Adams #14 - #16
Grey Caddis #14 - #16
Green Palmer #14 - #16
Tennessee Wulff #14 - #16
Hoppers #12 - #14
Ants and Beetles

Inch Worms
Beetles
Secret Weapon Nymph
Pheasant Tail Nymph
Zebra Midge
Olive Soft Hackle
Yellow Soft Hackle

As always call or stop in if you have any questions.

Tight Lines!