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The Best Rainbow Trout Nymphing Secrets

Posted on November 23, 2021November 18, 2021 by Dallas Hudgens
The Best Rainbow Trout Nymphing Secrets

Nymphing for rainbow trout is not why we all got into this hobby. We wanted to watch trout take dries on the surface or feel or streamer come to a halt as a fish hits our fly. However, if you want to catch as many fish as possible then you Continue Reading

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Easily Find The Best Brook Trout Streams in West Virginia

Posted on November 22, 2021November 16, 2021 by Dallas Hudgens
Easily Find The Best Brook Trout Streams in West Virginia

West Virginia has some truly wonderful fishing. Not only is it home to some great native West Virginia brook trout streams, but thanks to its stocking program you can also catch rainbow and brown trout statewide. On top of that, some of the larger rivers that run through the state Continue Reading

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How to Blue Line for Georgia Brook Trout

Posted on November 4, 2021November 3, 2021 by Dallas Hudgens
How to Blue Line for Georgia Brook Trout

Tucked away in the southern Appalachians, North Georgia brook trout streams are waiting to be picked apart by anglers. The state has over 100 miles of wild brook trout streams and with a little bit of work, you can find some great fishing. Georgia Brook Trout These are the only Continue Reading

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The Best Brook Trout Streams in Tennessee

Posted on November 1, 2021October 27, 2021 by Dallas Hudgens
The Best Brook Trout Streams in Tennessee

Tennessee brook trout fishing is best known for its high elevation streams in the smoky mountains. A lot of streams don’t see much fishing pressure so double-digit days are not out of the question. Tennessee Brook Trout Fishing Fishing for brookies in Tennessee is a bucket list trip for anglers. Continue Reading

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How to Choose the Best Brook Trout Reel

Posted on October 28, 2021October 27, 2021 by Dallas Hudgens
How to Choose the Best Brook Trout Reel

When looking for the best brook trout reel you’ll need to take a couple of things into consideration. Like, what weight is my rod? Will I be targeting larger brookies or the smaller native fish? Big Water Vs. Small Water Most anglers across the south are chasing brook trout in Continue Reading

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How to Catch Brook Trout in the Cold

Posted on October 26, 2021October 25, 2021 by Dallas Hudgens
How to Catch Brook Trout in the Cold

Catching brook trout in the cold can be tricky. You’ll need to be prepared from a clothing standpoint but also, you’ll need to change up your fly selections. Gone are the days of throwing a foam hopper, maybe. What do Brook Trout do in Winter? The good news about brook Continue Reading

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The Best Brook Trout Streams in North Carolina

Posted on October 25, 2021October 20, 2021 by Dallas Hudgens
The Best Brook Trout Streams in North Carolina

In the Smokey Mountains, the Pisgah and Nantahala National forest lies some of the best brook trout streams in North Carolina. Similar to the rest of the South, the brook trout is the only native trout and is one of the most fun to catch. Hiking back to high elevation Continue Reading

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The Ultimate Guide to Catching More Brook Trout

Posted on October 22, 2021October 19, 2021 by Dallas Hudgens
The Ultimate Guide to Catching More Brook Trout

When stripped down to its basics brook trout fishing is incredibly simple and is a great way to get you out on the water. You’ll hear all kinds of advice from friends, fly shop owners, and other anglers, but below you’ll find the best guide to catching brook trout. We’re Continue Reading

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How to Choose the Best Flies for Brook Trout

Posted on October 21, 2021October 21, 2021 by Dallas Hudgens
How to Choose the Best Flies for Brook Trout

Brook trout are usually not very picky. They’re very aggressive and have been known to go after dry flies in the dead of winter even when there are no insects flying. However, if you want to catch as many fish as possible then you should know what the greatest flies Continue Reading

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The Best Virginia Brook Trout Streams

Posted on October 20, 2021October 18, 2021 by Dallas Hudgens
The Best Virginia Brook Trout Streams

The good news is that it’s not that difficult to find some of the best Virginia Brook Trout Streams. There are over 400 streams or bodies of water that hold these fish. However, if you don’t know what you’re looking for then it can be overwhelming just looking at a Continue Reading

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Recent Posts

  • The Best Rainbow Trout Nymphing Secrets
  • Easily Find The Best Brook Trout Streams in West Virginia
  • How to Blue Line for Georgia Brook Trout
  • The Best Brook Trout Streams in Tennessee
  • How to Choose the Best Brook Trout Reel
  • How to Best Cook Brook Trout
  • How to Catch Brook Trout in the Cold
  • The Best Brook Trout Streams in North Carolina
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