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About Your Trip

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

About Your Trip

Enjoy a full-day trip with your guide, Tad, exploring the very best wild Trout streams that Georgia has to offer. Regardless of your experience level, if you enjoy watching big Trout hit your dry flies in crystal-clear mountain water, then this is the perfect trip for you!

On this trip, you'll go after an "Appalachian Slam"—catching a Rainbow, a Brown, and a Brook Trout in one day. With over thirty years of fly-fishing experience, Tad will do everything he can to give you the best chances—but once the fish is on, it's all you!
You'll be fishing private water, which means you'll have a prime opportunity to catch trophy trout that most anglers can only dream about. Certain species, such as Brook Trout, can be hard to find in heavily-fished public streams, making a private water trip even more appealing. Whether you're an advanced fly fisherman looking for a personal best, or a first-timer aiming to learn your cast, Tad is the perfect guide to the rivers of Northern Georgia.

Tad will come prepared with everything you need for a perfect day, including waders, boots, rods, reels, tippet, leader, and a wide variety of flies. Of course, you are encouraged to bring your own fly-fishing gear if you have it. In addition to gear, bring along proper clothing and a willingness to learn, and you'll have everything in place for the fly-fishing trip of a lifetime.

Amenities

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Waders

Wader rentals are not available.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Beer

No beer allowed.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	4 Hours	8 Hours
1 Person	$300.00	$425.00
2 People	$325.00	$450.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Guide

Tad M.

Outfitter 17 years of exp.

A Georgia native with more than thirty years of fly fishing experience under his belt, Tad is the perfect guide to the rivers and creeks of the Blue Ridge watershed, whether you're a seasoned caster or a first-timer looking to learn some basic skills. Tad guides trips on both private and public water, so you can take a shot at all of the fish Northern Georgia has to offer. With his fishing expertise and guiding...

About Your Guide

Tad M.

Outfitter 17 years of exp.

A Georgia native with more than thirty years of fly fishing experience under his belt, Tad is the perfect guide to the rivers and creeks of the Blue Ridge watershed, whether you're a seasoned caster or a first-timer looking to learn some basic skills.
Tad guides trips on both private and public water, so you can take a shot at all of the fish Northern Georgia has to offer. With his fishing expertise and guiding skills, any trip with Tad is sure to be a good one.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.

You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.

Blue Ridge, Georgia

Areas Fished

Blue Ridge Mountains
Ellijay River
Owltown Creek
Mountaintown Creek
Amicalola Creek

Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Waders

Wader rentals are not available.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Beer

No beer allowed.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

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You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Fly Fishing
Wading

Everything Else to Know

Gear is provided on all trips. This includes waders, boots, fly rods, reels and flies. All you need to bring about is comfortable attire and an appetite for learning. Transportation from nearby lodging is also available. Lunch and drinks are provided on Full Day Guided Fly Fishing Trips.

You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

This trip is managed by an outfitter. Tad will be your point of contact and you will go out with one of their guides.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable except for weather-related cancellations. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

Reviews

5.0

based on 1 review

Adele

Verified Review

July 6

Tad was a great guide! We had a wonderful time learming from him and celebrating our catches.

Adele

Verified Review

July 6

Tad was a great guide! We had a wonderful time learming from him and celebrating our catches.

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Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, bait, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.