Of all the practices and studies man has come to acquaint himself with and master over the centuries, few are as aesthetic, poetic, and exhilarating as the art of flyfishing. Developed to originally take advantage of the fly hatches that trout so readily prey upon, it has evolved into a world all it’s own, spawning a new breed of angler that has an astute connection with the waters he or she fishes, as well as requiring a finesse of presentation not found in many other tactics.
Flyfishing, unlike other forms of angling that requires the weight of a lure to reach an intended target on a cast, utilizes a technique in which the line itself is cast, allowing even the smallest of offerings to be presented before a fickle trout with minute detail and sniper precision.
The cast, the rise of a trout to inspect its meticulously prepared prey, and the slurp of a big trout fooled into the dance of angling is nothing short of poetry come to fruition.
There are few places on earth better to learn, hone, and see the art of flyfishing in action than on the majestic Caney Fork river, home to the triple crown of trout angling, where classic rainbow trout, scrappy brook trout, and the unparalleled trophy brown trout are regularly taken by the skilled fly angler.
Few anglers know how to present the fly, from a tiny surface midge to a deep stripped streamer, than Stone’s Throw Adventures Guide Bill Bird. Perfecting his craft in the hallowed waters of the West on Colorado’s Arkansas River, he brings that expertise from some of the most difficult waters onto the fruitful Caney Fork river, one of south’s finest trout waters.
Fishing the Caney like a religion since his move to Tennessee in 2005, he has learned to tackle the river with the precision of his Clackacraft drift boat. With this safe and stable fishing vessel at his command, Bill is able to take two other anglers on a relaxing, educational, and consistently victorious day on the water.
Whether you’re just picking up the fly rod for the first time, or an experienced “trout bum” yearning for a new challenge with a highly qualified angler at your side, Bill is the man to book.
Half-Day Fly-fishing Excursion: $200 for 1 person/$225 for 2 people*
Full Day Fly-fishing Adventure: $300 for 1 person/$325 for 2 people*
*On weekends add $75 to given prices above
-$75 deposit required upon booking that is non-refundable upon cancellation within 14 business days of trip, but can be applied to a rebooking date. Bookings are subject to mother nature and unfavorable generation schedules.
-Full Payment will be required before entering the watercraft for your day of adventure to ensure validity of the clientele.
Your guide will provide all the terminal tackle, PFD’s, knowledge, and basic snacks and drinks [alcoholic beverages allowed, but right is reserved to postpone or refuse service if discretion by clients is not practiced, without refund on trip or deposit...safety is our primary concern].
Potential clients will need to consider the following necessities to bring along on their trip:
-a valid Tennessee fishing license w/ Trout Stamp
-appropriate seasonal attire [rainsuits provided, but may bring your own]
-any personal nourishments
-may bring along their own rods, reels, and baits for use [encouraged for comfort and fluency but not required...guide furnishes all terminal tackle required for a successful day fishing].
Bill also offers fly fishing instruction in casting for the complete novice. Take note…fly fishing is NOT a tactic that can be acquired in a matter of minutes for most, and usually takes a bit of practice and healthy instruction. Bill can have you executing the basics needed to present flies and ready to tackle the water in no time flat!
On-the-Water Fly-Casting Instruction: $45 an hour
*If you are COMPLETELY new to angling, but want to learn the basics of trout fishing, we suggest you first try a trip with Cory Allen, utilizing spinning tackle, which can be learned in a matter of minutes. This serves as a great “primer” to understanding trout and the water before graduating on to the art of fly fishing. Just check out the Caney Fork Trout page on our site for info and booking rates.
For booking your very own Stone’s Throw Fly-Fishing Adventure on the Caney Fork River with Bill Bird, please contact us at stonesthrowadventures@gmail.com or contact Cory Allen at 618-559-3494 to reserve your date. Both Bill and the rest of us at Stone’s Throw Adventures can’t wait to get you hooked up with trout and a lifelong passion…