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These step-by-step fly-tying guides will help you tie flies to attract trout, bass and musky in Pisgah, Western North Carolina, and throughout the Southeast.

FLY TYING WITH CRAZY UNCLE JEB - Simple Extended Body Streamers - 1/18/24

January 19, 2024

THEY SWIM LIKE THE REAL THING

Fly Tying With Crazy Uncle JEB - INTRUDERS - 1/11/24

January 11, 2024

Swing em or strip em, hard to beat em

July 9, 2022

An awesome Small Stream Dry or a key player in a dry dropper setup!

5 Helpful Tips For Better Success With A Nymph

November 23, 2021

I often hear people say that they do not like to nymph fish, that they prefer to dry fly fish. I agree that it is AWESOME to catch a lot of fish on dries, however 85% or more of a trout’s diet is what it finds under the surface of the water to eat.

5 Tips for Finding Out what the Fish are Eating

October 4, 2021

You’ve arrived at your favorite fishing spot, but find yourself wondering what to put on the end of the line. With more than a few variables to consider, our latest blog helps you determine the best bait for the moment. (Plus, when all else fails, we share a tried-and-true back-up plan.)

July 16, 2020

Another Hollow Style Fly for The Summer Basses

A Friend Of The Devil Is a Friend of Mine

April 11, 2020

This no hackle, high floating Caddis will make a Brook Trout sell its soul for a swipe at it.

April 1, 2020

When the Light Cahills start to hatch, call in the Lieutenant to get the job done.

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Our area has hundreds of miles of streams and rivers to explore, giving DRO's guides a large canvas on which to create your fishing adventure. Whether you are looking for a two-hour introduction to fly fishing for trout or a full-day float trip in the hunt for Musky, we've got the perfect guided fishing experience for you.

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DRO offers instructional programs in a variety of fly fishing disciplines. Our class options cover everything from casting and fishing techniques to fly tying and custom rod-building.
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Located in Pisgah Forest, N.C., with the legendary Davidson River right out our back door, DRO carries a full line of fly fishing gear and apparel, as well as a wide range of fly tying materials and tools. Advice is always free, and we love pointing anglers in the right direction.

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We finally received some much-needed rain, and after a few days of water too high to fish safely, we are back at it and back in the swing of things. Read More

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FLY TYING WITH CRAZY UNCLE JEB - Simple Extended Body Streamers - 1/18/24

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5 Tips for Finding Out what the Fish are Eating

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A Friend Of The Devil Is a Friend of Mine

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