September 25, 2017

The last week of September is upon us and it still feels like summer.  We are looking at highs in the 80's until this weekend and then we will be in the 70's.  The forecast calls for  very low percentages of rain this week.   

The leaves are turning with some reds and golds dancing in the gentle breeze.  The streams are still fishable since they have not gotten littered with falling leaves.  This is a very nice time to be in the water with great water flows and temperatures.  The setting is very relaxing until we miss the big fish of the day!  Water temperatures are good and they will only get better with cooler weather coming in as fall will eventually takes over.

The Delayed Harvest Stocking is scheduled to take place October 3rd and 4th in Jackson County.  October 1st is the official first day of Delayed Harvest season but unofficially the 3rd is the true day.  We should all be thankful for what NC does for us, we have a wonderful catch and release fishery for 8 months of the year.  That is an impressive amount of time for people of all skillsets to take advantage of. 

Single hook artificial lure is defined as a lure that does not attract fish by taste or smell.  You can use spinners as long has they have a single hook.  Be kind to those who are not fly fishing as they have equal access as long as they are not violating.  If you see a violator call NC Wildlife at  1-800-662-7137.  Also lets monitor streams and rivers and report anything that looks out of place.  Also leave the water cleaner than you found it! 

Wild waters are doing pretty good with dries!  Eryk had a good day with yellow dries sizes 12 - 16 and he was doing good with purple until he lost his fly.  Cody did well on the Upper Nantahala nyphing.  Girdle bugs and frenchies worked pretty good.

Tight Lines!