April 3, 2017

April showers bring improved stream levels and some flowers!  We are forecast to receive about an inch of rain today and we are experiencing light showers right now.  Temperatures will trend downward as we head thru the week with lows forecast to be around 30 towards the end of the week.  It is our typical weather rollercoaster ride that we get for free each year from mother nature. 

The Tuckasegee DH section in Jackson County, The official "NC Trout Capital," will be stocked with thousands of trout Tuesday April 4th throughout the day at various locations along the delayed harvest section.  This stocking will add to one of the most heavily stocked fisheries in the state making it the premier trout destination in North Carolina and the Southeastern United States.  This section on the Tuckasegee River was used for the 2011 USA Fly Fishing Championships and it is in the heart of the Western North Carolina Fly Fishing Trail.

All Hatchery Supported Waters opened this past Saturday getting many anglers of various ages fishing.  The shop was busy with fly sales, wader sales, and of course stories Saturday as customers were reporting on their outing.  It was great seeing the pictures of all the kids out on the water.

The National Park Service has begun opening some of the backcountry gates that are on unmaintained roads.  Be sure to look on the National Park website for a list of gate openings before you head out.

Trip dates are booking fast but we still have some great dates open.  Call or stop by the shop.  We are soon adding a link on our website so you can book you trip right that location to save you time.

Tight Lines!