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How do you fish for large trout laying in deep runs 8+ ft? How do you rig for them? What about sinking leaders on the narrow streams with these deep holes/slots holding fish?

Do you use a strike indicator or do you high stick and why?

What is your favorite Smallmouth Bass fishing technique?

What do you recommend for summertime low-water fly fishing?

What kind of fly rod should I purchase (short rod vs. long rod)?

What are your favorite flies to use on Delayed Harvest streams?

What method of fishing do you recommend for fishing DH streams?

How do you deal with frustration of leaves on water�it’s where the fish are?

What is the most effective strike indicator to use when nymphing; for visibility and for not spooking fish?

What flies are best during winter months?

What rod weight do you recommend for the Davidson, New and French Broad Rivers if one were to want a heavier trout and light bass rod?

Can you detail just how you float the Tuck? How do you time the launch with the generation schedule? Where are the best put in and take out points?

Are there differences in size and color of trout eggs across the three species of trout common to WNC? Can I predict what egg pattern would work better depending on the type of trout is spawning at a given time of year?

Is it too early to start fishing for Smallmouth Bass?

Do you still go fishing when it’s raining?

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