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Explore the mountain streams of Western North Carolina with Ben Colonnese, owner and head guide of Fixed Line Appalachia.
Where We Fish
Explore the rivers and mountain streams around Asheville and throughout Western North Carolina, including:
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Haywood County — Waynesville, Canton & Maggie Valley
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Cataloochee Valley — Cataloochee Creek & surrounding mountain streams
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Brevard & Transylvania County — Davidson River & Pisgah National Forest
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Cherokee & the Great Smoky Mountains — Oconaluftee River & surrounding streams
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Bryson City & the Nantahala area — Nantahala River & nearby waters
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Blue Ridge Parkway — high-country mountain streams
We’ll choose each trip’s location based on water conditions, your experience level, and what you’d like to get out of your day on the water.
You will Discover
What Is Tenkara?
Tenkara is a Japanese style of fly fishing that uses a long rod, a line, and a fly—without a reel. Born in the mountain streams of Japan, it’s especially well suited to the waters here in Appalachia. With less gear to manage, you can focus on the water, your fly, and the fish.
—I offer personalized trips for beginners and experienced anglers alike.