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Moorman’s Stocking Tomorrow

The TJTU Special Regs section of the Moorman’s will be stocked tomorrow at 10am. Anyone wanting to help with the stocking can show up then. Fishing should be great for the next few weeks. Get your permits at the store. 434.977.6882

Fish Report For November

Fish Report For November

Fish Report: Big Bend Farm Trophy Trout Fishing-11/15/2011
Just got done stocking another 250 big rainbows AND 250 Browns @ Big Bend Farm last week. Fishing is fantastic right now especially as the temps have been warmer than usual leading to increased bug activity. The dry fly fishing has been outstanding on size 14 Elk Hair Caddis, especially in the afternoon.

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Salmon Run Fly Fishing, Pulaski NY What a trip!

Well we just returned from our fall pilgrimage to Pulaski, NY for some Salmon Run fly fishing.  As you can see from the video, it was quite a trip.  We are currently taking bookings for next fall, date September 25-29.  We only have 5 spots for this trip and we’ve already filled 2 of them.  If you are interested, call us to book now or for more info. 434.977.6882

TJTU Special Regs Section Stocking

The Special Regs section of the Moormans will be stocked tomorrow, Friday, October 14 at 10am. Fishing should be great. You will need an annual pass to fish this catch and release area. Offers some great local virginia fly fishing. Passes are on sale at the store for $50/yr.

Big Bend Farm Fishing Great!

Big Bend Farm Fishing Great!

Just a quick update from our private water on Big Bend Farm. Fishing is as good as it ever gets with 50-70 fish per angler. Water is low and clear and fish are taking a variety of flies the best being the Detonator and tan or green Zebra midges. Browns and Rainbows are pulling hard and leaves are changing. We still have some mid-week availability so book now as we are limiting rods to 5 per day.
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Fish Report-Big Bend Farm Update

Just got done stocking another 300 big rainbows @ Big Bend Farm today then fished my new Hardy Zenith 9′ 4wt with the matching ultralight 2000 click reel for about 3 hours. wow. Fishing is fantastic right now. Landed 30-40 fish including rainbows and browns. Fishing is pretty simple right now and they will take a variety of patterns–a few times. Hot pattern, however, is my Detonator Soft Hackle. You can see how to tie it here It is meant to imitate an emerging caddis. For those that don’t know, October brings a prolific caddis hatch to the Cowpasture. I fish this pattern in 12-16. Just throw across stream and let it swing down to fish. Sometimes i give it a bump or two if fish need some encouragement. They didn’t today. I custom tie this pattern in lots of 6. Contact me if you want some.
The Hardy Zenith did not disappoint. It is a real light weight with lots of backbone and it just feels easy and light in your hand. The Ultralite click reel was a pleasure especially on Big Bend’s 18″ rainbows. They sure take a bunch of line! If you want to hear your reel scream, this is the place. We still have some openings for October but I’m thinking it will fill up in the next two weeks so if you want a spot please call us at 434.977.6882 to schedule. See our private waters page for more info on this fantastic trophy trout fishery.

Orvis Fly Fishing Schools

We still have space in our two upcoming fly fishing schools. Dates are October 8 and 22. Call to register. Price is $250/pp
See our Endorsed Fly fishing School Page for more info.

Sage ONE Fly Rod In Stock–Review

Sage ONE Fly Rod In Stock  Review

the new Sage ONE fly rod

We now have the sage one fly rod in stock. Some of you may have read my review of this great new rod from sage. The sage one will replace the zaxis. Of the rods I’ve cast, the 7 wt is my personal favorite.

Barbour of England Fall Line Arrives

Barbour of England Fall Line ArrivesOur fall order of Men’s and Women’s outerwear and shirts from Barbour of England has arrived and we are excited about the many new styles.  We have quilts, shirts, tweed jackets, wellies for men and women and, of course, the traditional Barbour Bedale Jacket and Barbour Beaufort Wax Jacket that are a hallmark of Barbour of England.  Shop now for the best selection.  We also have Barbour Bedale Jackets in small sizes for women.  Get in on the newest rage in college fashion.

Barbour of England Fall Line Arrives

Orvis Clearwater rod review

Wow!  Had a chance to cast the new orvis Clearwater rods @orvis today with the new hydros lines. The lines are really nice with a baotload of new improved tech features but the rods really blew me away. Superlight and they cast like a dream. They are also being designed along the same load points and ratios as the Helios rods (I could explain but then I’d have to kill you…) So the casting feel is very similar. Best rod under $300 I’ve ever cast. These are going to be real winners especially at $198.