Tristan's first catch

Tristan's fish!

In late June, we had our 10 year old grandson Tristan over to Tellico for a week of sailing and fishing. 

Tristan took to the fishing more than sailing so we spent some time looking for panfish in the lake.  Though he hadn't fished before, the showed the wonderful traits of patience, perseverance and a real desire to learn how to do it well.  This is Tristan's very first fish; one of many fish caught that week.

Hopefully we can get him back next year for an introduction to the fly rod! 

Early Spring on the Davidson

Jimmy fishing the Davidson

As spring brings life back to the Brevard area of North Carolina, Jim Hatchell and I met at the Davidson River Campground for some fishing and tale telling.  This trip, we both caught a few fish but nothing to brag about.  Truth be told (and being an avid fisherman, I ALWAYS tell the truth) we enjoyed the visit as much as the fishing.

I admitted to Jim that I really didn't know much about trout flies but wanted to learn.  He took it upon himself to tutor me in the lingo of Yellow Humpies, Blue Winged Olives and Elk Hair Caddis.  Lest I forget, there were nymphs, Stoneflies and a terresterial or two thrown in for good measure.  We sorted and organized and somewhere along the way, we even caught a few trout including a nice brookie that we stalked, watched and which Jim graciously allowed me to catch. Very satisfying!



Supper in camp!

 Now, I wouldn't want you to think we suffered for lack of nourishment while "Roughing it", we ate like kings!  Jim handled the suppers and I managed the breakfasts.  Lunch was trail mix or an Ice Cream at Dottie's, we managed not to starve.

Come Sunday, it was time to head home and start planning another trip!  As usual, a great trip.