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The Trout Zone

All about fly fishing! I consider the mountain streams of East Tennessee, especially those in the Great Smoky Mountains as my home waters. I spent some time living in Arizona and Colorado and have travelled extensively out west. As implied in the name of this blog, I prefer trout over all other game fish but am not opposed to catching other species from time to time including bass and other warm water species.

This blog is simply my attempt to relive some of my favorite moments on the water and share my enthusiasm for fly fishing with other people. As an avid angler and guide, sharing is one of the most enjoyable parts of the sport, and I hope you enjoy the Trout Zone!

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Fish of the Year: 2025

Fish of the Year: 2024

Fish of the Year: 2023

Fish of the Year: 2022

Fish of the Year: 2021

Fish of the Year: 2020

Fish of the Year: 2019

Fish of the Year: 2018

Fish of the Year: 2017

Fish of the Year: 2016

Fish of the Year: 2015

Fish of the Year: 2014

Fish of the Year: 2013

Fish of the Year: 2012

Fish of the Year: 2011

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