November 6, 2016

Everyone we certainly need rain.  We are experiencing more wildfires in Jackson County and other counties are dealing with the same problem.  Choppers and planes are dropping water from the local rivers and lakes in hopes that the extra water will help the ground efforts.  I was on the Tuckasegee today and it was smoky all day and I do not see it getting better soon.

The Tuckasegee River in Jackson County is flowing low and slow right now and it looks to remain that way for awhile.  We are seeing lows in the 30's but warming up to the 60's during the days.  Right now no rain in the forecast for this week so leave the rain gear at home.  I got a late start but dry flies and midges did well for me today.  With quality optics you can spot the trout and cast to them.  The Tuck is being real technical but that should change after they stock on the 9th.  I worked double nymph rigs, drop shot rigs, dry droppers and double dries today.  Others were throwing streamers but I will continue to work these tiny midges and dries as long as I can.

Fish the Tuck like a small technical stream.  These trout have seen just about everything at this point in time.  I recommend finding moving water and look for tailing fish and feeding fish and cast to them.  This is the funnest way to fish if you ask me.  I recommend Black Caddis, BWO, Midges, and tiny nymphs.

Many people hit Ravens Fork in Cherokee last week with good success.  Remember this is a catch and release fly fish only fishery.  You will have the tribal permit for this water but it is something that you should consider trying.

Small Streams can also be an option but be super stealthy with your approach.  I would focus on dry fly fishing based on our weather.  I have had success with Caddis and Parachute Adam style flies.

Tight Lines!