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SUMMARY:North Carolina Trip – Fall 2025
DESCRIPTION:This trip information is being updated. Please save the date\, lodging and other details are likely to change. \nLocation: Waynesville\, NC \nDates: October 8 – 11\, 2025 (Wednesday thru Saturday) \nCoordinators:\nMichal Broome\, mbroome@derbycityflyfishers.com\, 502-649-8967 \nSteve Kuric\, stevek@derbycityflyfishers.com\, 812-457-2368 \nLevel 2 Trip – You Should be able to manage your leader and tippet and tie-on flies.  You should also be able to cast at least 30 feet. This is a wading trip and some of the wading can be moderately challenging. A wading staff is highly recommended\, and many past participants use studded wading boots. \nNumber of spots 12-20 \nEquipment: 3-6 wt rods\, floating lines\, #8-14 nymphs\, #10-12 bead head crackle backs\, midges\, egg patterns\, mop flies\, Chicago Flies (white\, black\, and olive)\, woolly buggers and misc. other streamers. \nA NC fishing license is required.  Click here to purchase. Trout Stamp is included with the Inland Fishing License you will need. \nOuting Details: We’ll be staying in the Waynesville\, NC area to trout fish in several of the delayed harvest (i.e.\, catch and release) streams in the area. The Tuckasegee River\, West Fork of the Pigeon River\, the Upper Nantahala River\, Laurel River\, Davidson River\, and the Shelton-Laurel Creek are all within a 1-hour drive of Waynesville. These rivers provide some of the best fishing in the area. Past trips have produced a very successful catch with fish in the 17–20-inch range being common. \nLodging: You will be responsible for making your own lodging arrangements. We have negotiated a block of 10 rooms for $95/night (plus fees\, taxes\, etc.) at the Econo Lodge in Waynesville\, NC\, Address: 232 State Rd 1202\, Waynesville\, NC 28786\, (828) 246-6201. You must reserve by Sept 20\, 2024 to get the negotiated price. The Econo Lodge provides a complimentary continental breakfast starting at 6:00am. When booking your room at the Econo Lodge\, be sure to tell them you are with the Derby City Fly Fishing club for the special room rate for Wednesday through Friday nights. On the past several trips many participants have stayed at the Jonathan Creek Inn in Maggie Valley www.jonathancreekinn.com. This is an option as well. \nMeals: You will be responsible for all meals. Usually\, I will arrange a group dinner at a local restaurant on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings for those who are interested.  \nGuided Fishing: If you are interested in a wading or float guided trip\, Maggie Valley Fly Shop is offering a 20% discount to DCFF members for this trip. You can make arrangements with the shop at: (828) 476-6710 or https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/. \nEstimated Cost: The three-night trip will cost approximately $350 – $400 per person for lodging (based on shared room)\, license\, gas\, and food; there is no deposit required as each participant is responsible for their own costs.  You will also be asked during sign up if you are willing to share a room and if you want to carpool. I will try to coordinate carpooling and shared lodging. \nClick here to sign up. Signup not available yet.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/north-carolina-fall-trip-2/
LOCATION:Econo Lodge – Waynesville\, NC\, 232 Phillips Road\, Waynesville\, NC\, 28786
CATEGORIES:Fishing Trip
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241008
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SUMMARY:North Carolina Trip - Fall 2024 (CANCELED)
DESCRIPTION:Canceled due to flooding and storm damage from Hurricane Helene \nLocation: Waynesville\, NC \nDates: October 8 – 11\, 2024 (Tues thru Fri) \nCoordinators:\nMichael Ragan\, meragan1022@gmail.com\, 502-489-7078 \nMike Parker\, mparker@derbycityflyfishers.com\, 530-440-5645 \nLevel 2 Trip – You Should be able to manage your leader and tippet and tie-on flies.  You should also be able to cast at least 30 feet. This is a wading trip and some of the wading can be moderately challenging. A wading staff is highly recommended\, and many past participants use studded wading boots. \nNumber of spots 12-20 \nEquipment: 3-6 wt rods\, floating lines\, #8-14 nymphs\, #10-12 bead head crackle backs\, midges\, egg patterns\, mop flies\, Chicago Flies (white\, black\, and olive)\, woolly buggers and misc. other streamers. \nA NC fishing license is required.  Click here to purchase. Trout Stamp is included with the Inland Fishing License you will need. \nOuting Details: We’ll be staying in the Waynesville\, NC area to trout fish in several of the delayed harvest (i.e.\, catch and release) streams in the area. The Tuckasegee River\, West Fork of the Pigeon River\, the Upper Nantahala River\, Laurel River\, Davidson River\, and the Shelton-Laurel Creek are all within a 1-hour drive of Waynesville. These rivers provide some of the best fishing in the area. Past trips have produced a very successful catch with fish in the 17–20-inch range being common. \nLodging: You will be responsible for making your own lodging arrangements. We have negotiated a block of 10 rooms for $95/night (plus fees\, taxes\, etc.) at the Econo Lodge in Waynesville\, NC\, Address: 232 State Rd 1202\, Waynesville\, NC 28786\, (828) 246-6201. You must reserve by Sept 20\, 2024 to get the negotiated price. The Econo Lodge provides a complimentary continental breakfast starting at 6:00am. When booking your room at the Econo Lodge\, be sure to tell them you are with the Derby City Fly Fishing club for the special room rate for Wednesday through Friday nights. On the past several trips many participants have stayed at the Jonathan Creek Inn in Maggie Valley www.jonathancreekinn.com. This is an option as well. \nMeals: You will be responsible for all meals. Usually\, I will arrange a group dinner at a local restaurant on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings for those who are interested.  \nGuided Fishing: If you are interested in a wading or float guided trip\, Maggie Valley Fly Shop is offering a 20% discount to DCFF members for this trip. You can make arrangements with the shop at: (828) 476-6710 or https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/. \nEstimated Cost: The three-night trip will cost approximately $350 – $400 per person for lodging (based on shared room)\, license\, gas\, and food; there is no deposit required as each participant is responsible for their own costs.  You will also be asked during sign up if you are willing to share a room and if you want to carpool. I will try to coordinate carpooling and shared lodging. \nClick here to sign up.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/north-carolina-trip-fall-2024/
LOCATION:Econo Lodge – Waynesville\, NC\, 232 Phillips Road\, Waynesville\, NC\, 28786
CATEGORIES:Fishing Trip
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SUMMARY:North Carolina Spring Trip
DESCRIPTION:West Fork of Pigeon River\nLocation: Waynesville\, NC \nDates: April 5th – 9th\, 2023 (Wed thru Sat) \nCoordinators:\nMichael Broome\, mbroome@derbycityflyfishers.com\, 502-649-8967 \nMike Parker\, mparker@derbycityflyfishers.com\, 530-440-5645 \nLevel 2 Trip: You Should be able to manage your leader and tippet and tie-on flies.  You should also be able to cast at least 30 feet. Instruction will be available upon request. This is a wading trip and some of the wading can be moderately challenging. A wading staff is highly recommended\, and many past participants use studded wading boots. \nNumber of spots: Ideally 12-20 \nEquipment: 3-6 wt rods\, floating lines\, #8-14 nymphs\, #10-12 bead head crackle backs\, midges\, egg patterns\, mop flies\, Chicago Flies (white\, black\, and olive)\, woolly buggers and miscellaneous other streamers. Euro Nymphing is also popular on all waters. Note: No scented lures (e.g.\, Berkley Trout Worms) allowed on the Delayed Harvest waters.  Trout magnets are okay. \nA NC Inland Fishing license is required.  Trout Stamp is included in this license.  Click here to purchase. \nOuting Details:  We’ll be staying in the Waynesville/ Maggie Valley\, NC area to trout fish in several of the delayed harvest (i.e.\, catch and release) streams in the area. The Tuckasegee River\, West Fork of the Pigeon River\, the Upper Nantahala River\, Laurel River\, Davidson River\, and the Shelton-Laurel Creek are all within a 1-hour drive of Waynesville and provide some of the best fishing in the area. Past trips have produced a very successful catch with fish in the 17–20-inch range common. \nLodging: You will be responsible for making your own lodging arrangements. Note: Sharing a room significantly reduces cost of trip. \n\nThe Econo Lodge in Waynesville\, NC 232 Phillips Rd\, Waynesville\, NC (828-246-6201) is holding 8 2-double bed rooms for club members until March 5th. After that date they will open unreserved rooms to the public.  The Econo Lodge provides a complimentary continental breakfast starting at 6:30am. When booking your room at the Econo Lodge ask for the Derby City Fly Fishers rooms\, $90 room. \n\n\nOn the past several trips many participants have stayed at the Jonathan Creek Inn in Maggie Valley\, 4324 Soco Road\, Maggie Valley\, NC (828-936-1232). As of January 17th\, there were plenty of rooms available. There is no group rate\, but they offer AARP\, Military\, AAA\, and Senior Discounts. Room rates vary based on type of room.\n\n\nThere are several other lodging options in the Maggie Valley/Waynesville area which you can explore on your own.\n\nMeals: You will be responsible for all meals. Reservations have been made for Wednesday and Thursday evenings for those who are interested. \n\nWednesday\, 7:00pm\, Bear Waters Brewing Company\, 4352 Soco Road\, Maggie Valley\, NC (next to Johnathan Creek Inn.)\nThursday\, 7:00pm\, Bocelli’s Italian Eatery\, 319 N Haywood St\, Waynesville\, NC\nYou will be asked on the trip sign up to RSVP for each Group Dinner\nYou are on your own for dinner Friday and Saturday evenings\n\nEstimated Cost: The four-night trip will cost approximately $500 -$700 per person for lodging (based on shared room)\, license\, gas\, and food; there is no deposit required as each participant is responsible for their own costs.  Use Comment Field in sign up the let coordinators know if you want to share a room and/or a ride. \nClick here to sign up.
URL:https://derbycityflyfishers.com/event/north-carolina-spring-trip/
LOCATION:Econo Lodge – Waynesville\, NC\, 232 Phillips Road\, Waynesville\, NC\, 28786
CATEGORIES:Fishing Trip
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