Author Archives: unreelflyfishing

Father+Son+Trout=Fun!

Posted on June 13, 2019

I admit, trout aren’t really necessary for dads and their sons to enjoy time together, but if you’re tenkara fishing, they’re a nice addition!   Trout were in plentiful supply yesterday when I had the pleasure of sharing an outing with … Continue reading →

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Goals are Good

Posted on May 26, 2019

I will always ask clients what they hope to get out of our fishing time together.  Answers are as varied as people themselves.  “Catch a fish” is probably the most common aspiration but many folks also have general goals related … Continue reading →

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I Heart Hornyheads

Posted on May 21, 2019

I really do.  I love all the incredible creatures that occupy our streams but these guys are just cool.  Properly known as a River Chub, this little fish plays a vital role in many of the same streams where we … Continue reading →

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Three Good Casts

Posted on May 21, 2019

Spring fishing in western North Carolina always brings the chance to catch a big fish.  But sometimes things work out even better than expected.  These three fish were caught right in a row, which even on hatchery supported water is … Continue reading →

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Catch the Brookie Bug

Posted on May 11, 2019

Who would hike 4 miles and spend  hours crawling over boulders to catch a little fish like this?  I would!  And so would the smiling tenkara ace picture below.  You might think that’s crazy and it is…crazy fun.   You’re looking … Continue reading →

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Birthday Bash

Posted on May 7, 2019

I am always honored when someone makes a trip with Unreel Fly Fishing a gift to friend or  loved one.  Today that honor was bestowed on me by the proud dad you see in these pictures when he and his … Continue reading →

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Another Reason to Go Fishing!

Posted on May 7, 2019

There are a lot of reasons to go tenkara fishing…It’s fun, it’s a great way to catch fish but perhaps the greatest benefit is that it puts us out in the midst of nature’s beauty.  We came across this cluster … Continue reading →

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