David Richards

A long time visitor to Western North Carolina, David recalls all 3 locations of our fly shop. Having travelled both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres with a fly rod in hand, he has finally settled in Brevard. The frequent overcast, rainy days allow him to recall his time growing up in England. You will find him enjoying himself on the river throwing streamers in search of that “one” Brown Trout. An avid advocate for DIY traveling and fishing, David has fished NZ, Argentina, and a number of Caribbean/Central American locations, all without enjoying the luxuries of 5 star lodges.

Let's Go Fishing!

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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Guided Fly Fishing

A great fishing guide goes a long way! DRO's guides can help you learn new skills and explore endless miles of Western North Carolina trout streams.
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Fly Fishing Instruction

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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Destination Fishing Trips

From floating the legendary trout streams of Montana to high adventure trips chasing Golden Dorado in Argentina, DRO has a fly fishing adventure for every angling appetite.
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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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