Dan visits Raven Fork

Last month, Dan Singletary sent me an email about a recent trip to Raven Fork. I have his permission to share with you the informative excerpt:

I went back to the Ravensfork this past Monday and as expected it was fantastic. We absolutely slayed em. And I saw the largest fish I have ever seen (30+ inches...an absolute mule) The only question for us is where to camp. There is a monstrous field right by the river but it doesn't look like it is frequented by tent campers. There are, however quite a few spots for RV style campers (cough cough) that would be pretty much perfect for an airstream/ adjacent tent. Big Don's is right down the road and it looks awesome in a rustic, flyshop/RV hookups and breakfast kind of way. "Unique" in the best sense of the word. And just to clarify, I am not being sarcastic. This is destined to be good. A buddy of mine also told me that they have free crab legs on the weekends at Harrah's. There's a little of everything on the reservation!

Dan

Thanks Dan!

Sping Trip Planning: April 17 - 19

Where shall we fish?

Info on Raven Fork

Info on North Mills

October 2008 Trip

I don't particularly like camping in the rain, but it does keep the crowds away. By Saturday morning, the sun was out and a beautiful weekend was upon us. Sort of bizarre that there were virtually no fish in the North Mills River. Still, we had fun. The leaves were bright. The air was crisp. Sarcasm and criticism were thick. It was great.

Next trip - October 24, 2008

Time for you to get approval from your head of household. Good luck. Hope to see you on the fall trip. Maybe the Davidson River this time!

April trip - good times!

Trip Checklist for April 18

Sleeping bag - this is the only real essential. I think it's safe to say we are all unwilling to share. I also recommend a sleeping mat or cot.

Waders - If you plan to fish, this is also pretty essential. Sharing doesn't work for various reasons.

License - Click here, buy it online today, including the special trout stamp, print and bring it with you.

Shayne will provide for community use:

• Rice
• Beans
• Oatmeal
• Bread
• Bologna
• Mayonnaise
• Water
• Paper plates
• Plastic utensils
  
• Paper towels
  
• Stove
  
• Grill (Tim - I'm bringing the grill.)
• Lantern
• Cards
  
• Firewood & starter logs
  
• Cooler (2)
• Fly rod & reel (1 extra available for the group)
• Fishing Vest (2)
• Net (1)
• Polarized Sunglasses (2)
• Flies (2 boxes with limited selection)
  

The following items are optional but recommended:

• Chair
  
• Meat for the grill
• Flashlight (preferably a headlamp)
• Warm clothes
• Cigars
• Beverages of choice
• Mug or cup
  
• Rain jacket
• Fly rod & reel
• Net
• Knife, small pliers, and nail clippers for fishing
  
• Flies (Charleston Angler is a good place. Generally I use small stuff - sizes 18-24)
• Leaders & tippet (Generally I use a 7.5' leader 5x, and a 5 or 6x tippet.)
• Your sense of humor (Actually, this is not optional; it's required.)
  

April 18 - North Mills River

Just over two weeks to go. We've decided on the big tent at the North Mills Campground (no Airstream). I am excited people!