It is with great pleasure that I can report all of our streams and rivers in north Georgia and east Tennessee have plenty of water and are fishing well. This should be the trend throughout summer. It also looks like the Cumberland will be returning to fishable levels very soon. Here is a snapshot of each of our waters. Call or email to book June and July trips.

What: Appalachian Chapter of Trout Unlimited Meeting
Where: Greenway Farm off of Gann Store Road in Hixson
When: Thursday, May 21st, at 6:30 PM

Fishing the Arkansas White River

This month, Robert Prytula will present on fishing the White River in Arkansas. This presentation will address wade fishing as well as fishing from a drift boat. Robert currently serves on our chapter’s Board and is the past President of our chapter for the past two years. Robert is a well experienced angler and fly tyer and also has some experience in guiding. He enjoys fishing for trout as well as a variety of warm species. He plans to inform us as to why the White River is so special, in terms of the unique fishing opportunities it has to offer. He has presented at numerous fishing related events and is informative, entertaining, as well as a lively storyteller, especially when prompted (baited). Please don’t miss this meeting as it will be fun and informative all at the same time. 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, April 16th, at 6:30 PM

“Extreme Makeover: Definite Do’s & Don’ts When 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 the last two years, and made such an impact, that he keeps being asked back, In Spite of Popular Demand!  Just Joking!  Really, Dave Carson, was a real hit among our members the last two years 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, Dave has agreed to provide us with information that will help up our chances in catching these very wary and elusive trout.  I have also encouraged him to inform us as to his approach to guiding and how we might arrange for a trip if we so wish.  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.