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OFTGS
  PO Box 54  Marion, NC 28752
Phone  828-659-0059     email: scott@wnctrout.com

On The Fly Guide Service is your complete source for guiding in Western North Carolina.  Located in Marion NC, a great base for exploring western NC, we have a huge selection of local rivers and streams to fish!!!  Let one of our guides, show you how to fish North Carolina ON THE FLY!!

Spend your day stalking trout, fighting smallies or learning the basics of flyfishing with us and you're sure to never forget it!!

Our guides are CPR certified by the American Red Cross and have spent countless hours hiking, fishing and camping in these mountains.  Our guides have a passion for fishing On The Fly and enjoy sharing this passion with visiting anglers.

On all fishing trips we can provide top quality equipment for your use.  On full day wade trips and float trips we also provide streamside picnic lunch, beverages and snacks.  On overnight trips we provide all meals, all camping equipment except for sleeping bags.
If you are looking for cabins here in western NC, we can help!  Just drop us a line with what you are looking for and we'll be happy to point you in the right direction.  We have made friends with several local cabin owners and would be happy to help you find the type of cabin and location you are looking for.
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Trips with Overnight Accommodations Wading Trips Float Trips
Wade Trip
Introduction to Flyfishing with Overnight Accommodations
Half Day Wading Trip
Flyfishing for Trout
North Carolina Float Trip
Flyfishing for Trout
Wade Trip
Flyfishing for Trout with Overnight Accommodations
Full Day Wading Trip
Flyfishing for Trout
North Carolina Float Trip
Flyfishing for Smallmouth Bass
Float Trip
Flyfishing for Smallmouth Bass with Overnight Accommodations
Half Day Wading Trip
Flyfishing for Smallmouth Bass
Tennessee Float Trip
Flyfishing for Trout
Overnight Backpacking Trip (Camping) Overnight Float Trips (Camping) Full Day Wading Trip
Flyfishing for Smallmouth Bass
Tennessee Float Trip
Flyfishing for Smallmouth Bass
Trip Packages including overnight stay at the Little Switzerland Inn
These trips can be customized to your preferences
For more information about the Little Switzerland Inn please click here
Trip / Package
Description Availability Current Prices
Introduction to Flyfishing with Overnight Accommodations

Full day wade trip for trout with overnight stay at one of the finest lodges on the Blue Ridge Parkway.

This package is for two anglers/guests.  Room is single suite with two queen beds.

This package includes a full day of guided flyfishing instruction on one of NC's best trout streams as well as a relaxing stay at one of the finest lodges located along the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Spend your day with one of our knowledgeable guides, learning the basics of flyfishing.  Then spend your evening relaxing  and enjoying the sunset from the deck of your private suite.  Before you depart on your trip, stop by the lodge's restaurant for a complimentary buffet breakfast.

We'll provide all needed flyfishing equipment, including rods, reels, wading gear, as well as providing a stream side picnic lunch and beverages.

These full day guided wade trips are 6-8 hours of on stream time.  We'll pick you up at the main entrance to the lodge, take you fishing and return you to the lodge that evening.
This package is available year round

Please call us at 1-828-659-0059 or e-mail us for information and dates available.


Introduction to Flyfishing with Overnight Accommodations for two guests.....  $450
(Oct 1st and Nov 15th $500)

This package is based on two anglers with single suite having two queen beds.  All flyfishing equipment can be provided.   **Buffet breakfast also included




Float Trip
Flyfishing for Smallmouth Bass with Overnight Accommodations


Full day float trip for smallmouth bass with overnight stay at one of the finest lodges on the Blue Ridge Parkway.

This package is for two anglers/guests.  Room is single suite with two queen beds.

This package includes a full day float trip on one of NC's most remote rivers as well as a relaxing stay at one of the finest lodges located along the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Spend your day floating the river in one of our custom built oar frame self bailing rafts with one of our knowledgeable guides, learning what it takes to catch smallmouth bass on the fly rod.  Then spend your evening relaxing  and enjoying the sunset from the deck of your private suite.  Before you depart on your trip, stop by the lodge's restaurant for a complimentary buffet breakfast.

We'll provide all needed flyfishing equipment, including rods, reels, wading gear, as well as providing a stream side picnic lunch and beverages.

These full day guided float trips are 6-8 hours of river time.  We'll pick you up at the main entrance to the lodge, take you fishing and return you to the lodge that evening.
This package is available starting June 2, 2007 through September 30, 2007

Please call us at 1-828-659-0059 or e-mail us for information and dates available.

Float Trip
Flyfishing for Smallmouth Bass with Overnight Accommodations
for two guests.....  $500

This package is based on two anglers with single suite having two queen beds.  All flyfishing equipment can be provided.   **Buffet breakfast also included




Flyfishing for Trout with Overnight Accommodations

Full day wade trip for trout with overnight stay at one of the finest lodges on the Blue Ridge Parkway.

This package is for two anglers/guests.  Room is single suite with two queen beds.


This package includes a full day wade trip for trout as well as a relaxing stay at one of the finest lodges located along the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Spend your day with one of our knowledgeable guides, learning what it takes to catch trout here in western NC.  Then spend your evening relaxing  and enjoying the sunset from the deck of your private suite.  Before you depart on your trip, stop by the lodge's restaurant for a complimentary buffet breakfast.

We'll provide all needed flyfishing equipment, including rods, reels, wading gear, as well as providing a stream side picnic lunch and beverages.

These full day guided wade trips are 6-8 hours of stream time.  We'll pick you up at the main entrance to the lodge, take you fishing and return you to the lodge that evening.
This package is available year round!

Please call us at 1-828-659-0059 or e-mail us for information and dates available.

Flyfishing for Trout with Overnight Accommodations for two guests.....  $450
(Oct 1st and Nov 15th $500)

This package is based on two anglers with single suite having two queen beds.  All flyfishing equipment can be provided.   **Buffet breakfast also included




Our Standard Guided Flyfishing Trips
These trips can be customized to your preferences
Trip
Description Availability Current Prices
Half Day Wading Trip
(Trout year round)
(Smallies June-September)
Our half-day trip consist of 3-4 hours of on stream time.  It is intended for the novice to experienced fly fisherman that is limited on time.  Many visiting anglers choose this trip to brush up on the basics and discover some of the fishing opportunities here in WNC.  Feel free to "hit" your guide up for local knowledge of area streams that you can fish on your own.
Please call us at 1-828-659-0059 or e-mail us for information and dates available.  Half day trips are available on a very limited basis!
Half Day Wading Trip
For one angler... $160
Second angler... $50

Full Day Wading Trip
(Trout year round)
(Smallies June-September)
Our full day guided wade trip is 6-8 hours of on stream time.  On the trips we can supply all needed equipment,  lunch along with transportation to and from the stream and a very knowledgeable friendly flyfishing guide.
Please call us at 1-828-659-0059 or e-mail us for information and dates available.  
Full Day Wading Trip
For one angler... $225
Second angler... $75

North Carolina Smallmouth Bass Float Trip
(June to September)
These trips are fun! On these trips we put you onto the best smallmouth bass fishing NC has to offer. Imagine floating down  NC's most remote large rivers, fishing for the hard fighting smallmouth bass USING TOP WATER FLIES!!  We also offer incredible floats through the beautiful Biltmore House Property near Asheville, not only scenic but very good fishing. These trips are normally 8 hours long, with all equipment, lunch, drinks and transportation included.
Please call us at 1-828-659-0059 or e-mail us for information and dates available.
NC Smallmouth Bass Float Trip
For one angler... $300
Second angler... $50

North Carolina Trout Float Trip
(Year Round)
These float trips are a real blast!  Great scenery, very remote section of river and great fishing!!  On these trips we put you onto fish that can only be accessed by floating to them.  This means putting you onto fish that see very few other fisherman. These trips are normally 8 hours long, with all equipment, lunch, drinks and transportation included.
Please call us at 1-828-659-0059 or e-mail us for information and dates available.
NC Trout Float Trip
For one angler... $350
Second angler... $50
North Carolina Overnight Smallmouth Bass Float Trip
(June to September)
These overnight float trips are SPECIAL!  Great scenery, very remote section of river and great fishing!!  On these trips we'll spend 2 days and 1 night on the water. These trips are 1-1/2 days of fishing time, overnight backcountry camping riverside.  All equipment, lunches, dinner, breakfast, drinks and transportation included. Please call us at 1-828-659-0059 or e-mail us for information and dates available. NC Trout Float Trip
For one angler... $500
Second angler... $150
Tennessee Trout Float Trip
(Year Round)
These TN float trips are a real treat for the visiting angler.  On these trips we put you onto Tennessee's most productive trout water.  Floating these rivers allow us to cover many miles of river per day, which gives our clients the opportunity to catch large numbers of trout, some of them TROPHY'S!!  Please allow 10 hours for these trips and as always we will supply all equipment, lunches, drinks and transportation.
Please call us at 1-828-659-0059 or e-mail us for information and dates available.

TN Fishing License Required!!

TN Trout Float Trip
For one angler... $350
Second angler... $50
Tennessee Smallmouth Bass Float Trip
(June to September)
These TN bass float trips are for the serious visiting angler.  On these trips we put you onto Tennessee's most productive smallmouth bass river.  Please allow 10 hours for these trips and as always we will supply all equipment, lunches, drinks and transportation.
Please call us at 1-828-659-0059 or e-mail us for information and dates available.

TN Fishing License Required!!

TN Smallmouth Bass Float Trip
For one angler... $350
Second angler... $50
Overnight Backpacking Trips
 
These backpacking trips are a little work but well worth it!  We'll hike 1 to 3 miles into a remote stream here in NC, set up camp and then show you what it takes to catch wild trout in the backcountry.  Once back at camp you're guide will take care of setting up camp, putting up tents, preparing dinner and building a nice warm campfire!!   These trips are great for families or groups who are willing to hike a little to reach great wild trout fishing at it's best! These trips are two days and one night, all equipment (you provide sleeping bags, clothing and personal hygiene products), meals, drinks and transportation included.
Please call us at 1-828-659-0059 or e-mail us for information and dates available.

Overnight Backpacking Trip
Per guest... $300

 

Minimum of two guests

What we provide:

All trips include transportation from Marion, NC to the fishing location and back. We provide quality fly fishing equipment on all trips unless you want to use your own.  Plus, non-alcoholic beverages, snacks and a nice lunch is provided. On half day trips only beverages are provided!

What to bring:

This can vary so much from trip to trip that we ask you to discuss this with us when booking your trip. Also if you're bringing your own equipment please let us know at the time of booking.

Here's a few things you should bring on all trips:

  • Rod, reel, leaders, tippet and waders (if you want to use your own)
  • Camera and film  (try to bring a small camera or disposable)
  • Rain jacket (most times of the year a light weight one will do)
  • Dark colored hat or cap (really helps keep the sun out of your eyes so you can see the fish and the fly)
  • Sunscreen (skin cancer is not fun)
  • Polarized sunglasses (really helps when looking for fish)
  • DARK colored clothing is a must on wade trips!!! (green or brown shirt, stalking is a big part of fishing in WNC)

Fishing License

Anglers age 16 and older are required to have a North Carolina fishing license. On hatchery supported state waters a trout stamp is also required. We suggest buying a Comprehensive fishing license, no trout stamp needed and saves you a few bucks. You can purchase a license before your trip by clicking here for a link to the NC Wildlife Resource Commission's web site, they sell licenses on-line! Or call Toll free: 1-(888)-2HUNTFISH and order by phone.

For the TN float trips, A TN license is required and we can stop on the way to pick yours up.

License fees are not included in our guide fee.

Why choose On The Fly Guide Service?

We will work especially hard to see that you enjoy your day fishing with us. And that you go home with the knowledge, skills and confidence to catch trout or smallmouth bass in WNC. We have nothing to hide and will share our "secrets" with you!!

We are prepared to teach the beginner the very basics of fly fishing as well as to assist the accomplished angler in doing what it takes to catch more and bigger fish here in western NC and eastern TN.

Our trips can be adjusted to your needs and desires.  Most full day trips are 8 to 10 hours from time of pickup to time of drop off.  If you have special requests make sure you discuss this with the guide prior to the starting your day.

Booking

Please book your trip as soon as possible to assure that you get the dates that you want.  We'll do everything possible to make your trip a lasting memory for you to cherish and share for years to come. All trips require a deposit or payment in advance to insure your date/participation. A $50 minimum deposit is required to book all trips.  Please make your check out to:

On The Fly Guide Service, Inc.
PO Box 54
Marion, NC 28752
828-659-0059
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