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Davidson River Fly-Fishing Report

Updated Every Wednesday:

4/09/2013

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Release Schedule:

Davidson Stream Flow

Hatches:

March Browns, Caddis, BWOs, midges, Hendricksons

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Fly Suggestions:

March Browns, Headlight Caddis, Lowe’s midge larva, Little lucy, disco midge, micro stone (yellow and black), elk hair caddis, rock worm caddis, midge emergers in gray, black, brown. San Juan worms and eggs. Most any fly from our Davidson River Fly Selection Box would also do…

General Information:

Spring Fishing on the Davidson is heating up! Recently we have had some great dry fly action.   We have plenty of water, so the fish are spread out all throughout the riffles and deeper pools.  We’ve gotten several very nice browns out of the river recently and we have mostly been fishing nymphs and emergers with indicators.

Gear recommendations:

When the water is clear, like it has been, flouro0carbon is a must. For tippet material, I always suggest 6-7x flourocarbon tippet and Seaguar Grandmax. The water is still pretty chilly, so the bite has been starting once the sun is up over the trees. Make sure to wear a couple pairs of sox if you go. The Smartwool socks that I wear all winter keep me plenty warm.

Projected Conditions:

The river should fish well all week.  If you do get caught in the rain, make sure you have a good jacket! The Simms G3 jackets are bomb-proof and let you stay out fishing longer than anyone else!

Davidson River Fishing Report, Week of March 13

Davidson River: Fishing Report

by Nick Roberts

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Updated Every Wednesday: March 13, 2013

Water Conditions: Higher than normal flows, but fishable and clear. Davidson River Flow

Hatches: BWOs, midges, blue quills, some dark caddis

Fly suggestions: Lowe’s midge larva, Little lucy, disco midge, micro stone (yellow and black), elk hair caddis, rock worm caddis, midge emergers in gray, black, brown. San Juan worms and eggs. Most any fly from our Davidson River Fly Selection Box would also do…

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General Information: Fishing on the Davidson had been consistent all winter except for the few really really cold days we had.  We have plenty of water, so the fish are spread out all throughout the riffles and deeper pools.  We’ve gotten several very nice browns out of the river recently and we have mostly been fishing nymphs and emergers with indicators. When the water is clear, like it has been, flouro0carbon is a must. For tippet material, I always suggest 6-7x flourocarbon tippet and Seaguar Grandmax. The water is still pretty chilly, so the bite has been starting once the sun is up over the trees. Make sure to wear a couple pairs of sox if you go. The Smartwool socks that I wear all winter keep me plenty warm.

Projected Conditions: The river should fish well all week.  If you do get caught in the rain, make sure you have a good jacket! The Simms G3 jackets are bomb-proof and let you stay out fishing longer than anyone else!

Davidson River Fishing Report – Week of December 12, 2012

Davidson River Fly-fishing Report

Updated Every Wednesday

PB260329 300x224 Davidson River Fishing Report – Week of December 12, 2012

Water Conditions: low water, very clear.  Davidson River Flow

Hatches: bwos, midges (cream, gray, brownish), tan caddis

Fly suggestions: Midge emergers in gray, cream, brown.  Lowe’s midge larva, blood midges, Little lucy, red disco midge, elk hair caddis, rock worm caddis. Most any fly from our Davidson River Fly Selection Box would also do…

General Information Make sure you make every cast count and sneak up to the big fish. 6x flourocarbon is a must, 7x nylon  may even be called for with dry fly fishing. But if it’s dingy you can maybe try 5x. There have been pretty consistent midge hatches in the morning and evening. At our shops, we have a great selection of midge patterns, as well as bwos and caddis. Also, don’t get cold out there! Check out our awesome Simms waders and outerwear.

For winter, we also have Gore Windstopper hats and gloves by Simms, as well as Colombia fleece pants to wear beneath your waders. Also, don’t forget to wear some warm socks. We have some toasty Smartwool socks in stock…

PB260328 300x224 Davidson River Fishing Report – Week of December 12, 2012

Projected Conditions:The river should fish well all week! Look for mid-morning and evening hatches to come off. If it rains heavy, re-rig with something big and dark and add weight.

Planning a fly fishing trip to the Davidson River?  Let the professional fly fishing guides from Curtis Wright Outfitters take you there!

Davidson River Fishing Report – Week of November 28, 2012

Davidson River Fly-fishing Report

Updated Every Wednesday

PB260326 300x224 Davidson River Fishing Report – Week of November 28, 2012

Water Conditions: low water, very clear.  Davidson River Flow

Hatches: bwos, midges (cream, gray, brownish), tan caddis

Fly suggestions: Midge emergers in gray, cream, brown.  Lowe’s midge larva, blood midges, Little lucy, red disco midge, elk hair caddis, rock worm caddis. Most any fly from our Davidson River Fly Selection Box would also do…

General Information Make sure you make every cast count and sneak up to the big fish. 6x flourocarbon is a must, 7x nylon  may even be called for with dry fly fishing. But if it’s dingy you can maybe try 5x. There have been pretty consistent midge hatches in the morning and evening. At our shops, we have a great selection of midge patterns, as well as bwos and caddis. Also, don’t get cold out there! Check out our awesome Simms waders and outerwear.

For winter, we also have Gore Windstopper hats and gloves by Simms, as well as Colombia fleece pants to wear beneath your waders. Also, don’t forget to wear some warm socks. We have some toasty Smartwool socks in stock…

PB260322 300x224 Davidson River Fishing Report – Week of November 28, 2012

Projected Conditions:The river should fish well all week! Look for mid-morning and evening hatches to come off. If it rains heavy, re-rig with something big and dark and add weight.

Planning a fly fishing trip to the Davidson River?  Let the professional fly fishing guides from Curtis Wright Outfitters take you there!

Davidson River Fishing Report – Week of November 14, 2012

Davidson River Fly-fishing Report

Updated Every Wednesday

P9080051 300x224 Davidson River Fishing Report – Week of November 14, 2012

Water Conditions: Good water, clear.  Davidson River Flow

Hatches: bwos, midges (cream, gray, brownish), tan caddis

Fly suggestions: Midge emergers in gray, cream, brown.  Lowe’s midge larva, blood midges, Little lucy, red disco midge, elk hair caddis, rock worm caddis. Most any fly from our Davidson River Fly Selection Box would also do…

General Information Make sure you make every cast count and sneak up to the big fish. 6x flourocarbon is a must, 7x nylon  may even be called for with dry fly fishing. But if it’s dingy you can maybe try 5x. There have been pretty consistent midge hatches in the morning and evening. At our shops, we have a great selection of midge patterns, as well as bwos and caddis. Also, don’t get cold out there! Check out our awesome Simms waders and outerwear.

P3160122 300x224 Davidson River Fishing Report – Week of November 14, 2012

Projected Conditions:The river should fish well all week! Look for mid-morning and evening hatches to come off. If it rains heavy, re-rig with something big and dark and add weight.

Be careful if there is a lightning storm. You don’t want to be standing in water with a rod in your hand.

Planning a fly fishing trip to the Davidson River?  Let the professional fly fishing guides from Curtis Wright Outfitters take you there!

Tennessee Tailwater Fishing Report November 6th, 2012

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A lot of the time, the water can be warmer than the air, this time of year. Photo by Pete Davis

Updated Every Tuesday:    November 6th, 2012

Water Conditions:  South Holston Release Schedule

                                          Watauga Release Schedule

Hatches: Midges, BWO’s, some Sulphurs on both rivers, and black caddis

Fly Suggestions: Midge Clusters (20-24), Zebra Midges (20-24), Black Fly Larva (22), Brooks Sprout (22-26), CDC comparadun in BWO(18-24) & Sulphur(16-20), BWO Quill Parachutes (18-24), Split cases BWO (18-22), Scuds orange/olive (16-20), Tumble eggs (12)

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Blue Bird Skies            Photo by Pete Davis

General Information: TVA has been giving a bit more respite on the flows as of late including some very LOW flows. Be aware of the CLOSED fishing areas on the South Holston due to fish spawning grounds, but there is still a TON of water available to fish. BWO’s have been the key as of late and we don’t expect that to change in the near future. They love the nasty days, so they will keep us coming out in the nastiest of weather. Two tools that can make your fishing a little easier this time of year and also help ensure that the trophy fish you are dancing with does not get away. The Scott S4 is a faster action rod that can really help to turn over larger, heavier flies even into a stiff head wind. It is also great at throwing streamers all day. Another great piece to add to that weapon would be the Lamson Guru 2 . With a super smooth drag system you can focus on where that fish is headed next and with the waterproof housing you don’t have to care.

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Lamson Guru 2

Projected Conditions:  Look for mother nature to  keeping showing herself with some weekend reminders of fall. Longer leaders and smaller flies will be more and more in the daily discussions of the folks who are spending a bunch of their time on these rivers. Certain fish are in the spawning mode so do be careful where you are stepping because not all the fish can read the signs where the spawning grounds are are we don’t want to hinder the future of our fishery. Stay Warm out there!!

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Photo by Pete Davis

 

Davidson River Fishing Report – Week of October 31, 2012

Davidson River Fly-fishing Report

Updated Every Wednesday

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Water Conditions: Good water, clear.  Davidson River Flow

Hatches: bwos, midges (cream, gray, brownish), tan caddis

Fly suggestions: Midge emergers in gray, cream, brown.  Lowe’s midge larva, blood midges, Little lucy, red disco midge, elk hair caddis, rock worm caddis. Most any fly from our Davidson River Fly Selection Box would also do…

General Information Make sure you make every cast count and sneak up to the big fish. 6x flourocarbon is a must, 7x nylon  may even be called for with dry fly fishing. But if it’s dingy you can maybe try 5x. There have been pretty consistent midge hatches in the morning and evening. At our shops, we have a great selection of midge patterns, as well as bwos and caddis. Also, don’t get cold out there! Check out our awesome Simms waders and outerwear.

PA200179 300x224 Davidson River Fishing Report – Week of October 31, 2012

Projected Conditions:The river should fish well all week! Look for mid-morning and evening hatches to come off. If it rains heavy, re-rig with something big and dark and add weight.

Be careful if there is a lightning storm. You don’t want to be standing in water with a rod in your hand.

Planning a fly fishing trip to the Davidson River?  Let the professional fly fishing guides from Curtis Wright Outfitters take you there!

Davidson River Fishing Report – Week of October 24, 2012

Davidson River Fly-fishing Report

Updated Every Wednesday

PA200199 300x224 Davidson River Fishing Report – Week of October 24, 2012

Water Conditions: Good water, clear.  Davidson River Flow

Hatches: bwos, midges (cream, gray, brownish), tan caddis

Fly suggestions: Midge emergers in gray, cream, brown.  Lowe’s midge larva, blood midges, Little lucy, red disco midge, elk hair caddis, rock worm caddis. Most any fly from our Davidson River Fly Selection Box would also do…

General Information Make sure you make every cast count and sneak up to the big fish. 6x flourocarbon is a must, 7x nylon  may even be called for with dry fly fishing. But if it’s dingy you can maybe try 5x. There have been pretty consistent midge hatches in the morning and evening. At our shops, we have a great selection of midge patterns, as well as bwos and caddis. Also, don’t get cold out there! Check out our awesome Simms waders and outerwear.

PA2001821 300x224 Davidson River Fishing Report – Week of October 24, 2012

Projected Conditions:The river should fish well all week! With the humid weather, look for some afternoon and evening hatches to come off. If it rains heavy, re-rig with something big and dark and add weight.

Be careful if there is a lightning storm. You don’t want to be standing in water with a rod in your hand.

Planning a fly fishing trip to the Davidson River?  Let the professional fly fishing guides from Curtis Wright Outfitters take you there!

Davidson River Fishing Report – Week of October 17, 2012

Davidson River Fishing Report – Week of October 17, 2012

Davidson River Fly-fishing Report

Updated Every Wednesday

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Water Conditions: Good water, clear.  Davidson River Flow

Hatches: bwos, midges (cream, gray, brownish), tan caddis

Fly suggestions: Midge emergers in gray, cream, brown.  Lowe’s midge larva, blood midges, Little lucy, red disco midge, elk hair caddis, rock worm caddis. Most any fly from our Davidson River Fly Selection Box would also do…

General Information Make sure you make every cast count and sneak up to the big fish. 6x flourocarbon is a must, 7x nylon  may even be called for with dry fly fishing. But if it’s dingy you can maybe try 5x. There have been pretty consistent midge hatches in the morning and evening. At our shops, we have a great selection of midge patterns, as well as bwos and caddis. Also, don’t get cold out there! Check out our awesome Simms waders and outerwear.

PA070121 300x224 Davidson River Fishing Report – Week of October 17, 2012

Projected Conditions:The river should fish well all week! With the humid weather, look for some afternoon and evening hatches to come off. If it rains heavy, re-rig with something big and dark and add weight.

Be careful if there is a lightning storm. You don’t want to be standing in water with a rod in your hand.

Planning a fly fishing trip to the Davidson River?  Let the professional fly fishing guides from Curtis Wright Outfitters take you there!

Tennessee Tailwater Fishing Report for October 16, 2012

Updated Every Tuesday:    October 16th, 2012

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Photo by Galen Kipar


Water Conditions:  South Holston Release Schedule

                                         Watauga Release Schedule

Hatches: Midges and Blue Wings are the bugs to be looking for with the Sulphurs starting to wain in numbers.

Fly Suggestions: BWO patterns especially the CDC Comparaduns and Klink Emergers. Midge Clusters and Zebra midges. Copper Blonde’s in 20′s and also have plenty of Split Case Emergers. Higher water has been the order lately so heavy stones on the watauga and eggs and Scuds on both. For the experienced angler streamers can produce some extremely large fish looking to add some calories before the spawn

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Photo by Galen Kipar

General Information: Now is a great time to be floating the Tennessee Tailwaters. Large fish are making themselves more available than they are most of the year and with more consistent flows this is your best option of getting in a full day on these rivers. The spawn is just around the corner and soon certain areas of the South Holston will be closed to all fishing and a lot of the larger fish will be focused on that as opposed to feeding. Streamers will be you best weapon in your search for a trophy trout. With Temperatures cooling the BWO’s are really starting to make their presence know to the anglers while the fish have been in tune for a while.

Projected Conditions: Conditions will remain similar over the next week. Book a float trip to see these spectacular rivers and get your chance at a trophy fish!

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