What: Appalachian Chapter of Trout Unlimited Meeting
Where: “2SQUARES a day” Restaurant - 3399 Amnicola Highway, Chattanooga., TN 37406
When: Thursday, December 18th, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

“Merry Fishmas!” Please join us for an evening of fun, food, entertainment and more, as we celebrate the holidays with members and friends of the Appalachian Chapter of Trout Unlimited.

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What: Appalachian Chapter of Trout Unlimited Meeting
Where: Greenway Farm off of Gann Store Road in Hixson
When: Thursday, October 16th, at 6:30 PM

“Flies and Lies: Fly Tying & Story Telling Expo” This month’s meeting will involve several presenters which will come from our own membership. Many of our members are accomplished fly tiers, and while I started to add respectable, thinking of several of us, I guess we better scratch that! Anyway, fly tying demonstrations are planned so come out and watch these individuals display their skills and talent. Since no one has been officially invited to do this, simply bring your own vice, supplies and tools, and tie some flies yourself. Just think, adding yourself to this motley crew will make it more “respectable.” But really, if you would like to learn to tie flies or simply to learn to perform a particular technique, several tiers will be prepared for this with extra materials, tools and vices. Of course for safety sake, we will be going strictly barb-less. Therefore, this event will be appropriate for children and teenagers, so pump them up and then bring them to the meeting at the peak of their energy and expectations. We will do our best not to disappoint them! The evening should be fun and relaxing. Also, feel free to bring a fishing story or two to informally share with the group, as everyone will be milling about watching the fly tying activities. Snacks and drinks will be provided. 

What: Appalachian Chapter of Trout Unlimited Meeting
Where: Greenway Farm off of Gann Store Road in Hixson
When: Thursday, September 18th, at 6:30 PM

Fishing For Trout in Smoky Mountain Streams

Some know this month’s presenter as “Spider Man” as he is a very accomplished fly tier.  Dave Carson spoke to our group last year and made such an impact, he has been asked back, In Spite of Popular Demand!  Just Joking!  Really, Dave Carson, was a real hit among our members last year and promises to be so again this year.  At least that is what he told me!  He guides in the Smoky Mountains, assisting his clients in catching Brook, Rainbow, and Brown Trout. His guiding service is called “On The Fly” Guide Service.  Since the trout found in these waters are so elusive, any suggestions and insider tips that Dave can give us will be greatly appreciated.  He is an entertaining speaker and an interesting story teller.  We look forward to having Dave back with us again this year.   Snacks and drinks will be provided.   

What a season so far, and it is a long way from over yet. I think the best is yet to come. Our spring and summer fishing brought some incredible action. Some of the best days we have ever seen, and some of the most difficult. From huge browns tirelessly eating cicadas on top in some places,  to minimum flows and warm water in others. I think the next three months are going to get on down to just some good consistent fall fishing – and we are ready. Here’s what we think.