Andy Mahurin
Orvis-Endorsed Fly-Fishing Guide an hour and a half east of Nashville, Tennessee.
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Andy Mahurin
Orvis-Endorsed Fly-Fishing Guide an hour and a half east of Nashville, Tennessee.
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andymahurinflyfishing.comArrival:
When you arrive, Andy will have everything you need to enjoy a day of fishing. However, there are a few items we recommend you bring along with you to enhance the experience. Waders and Boots, Rods and Reels will be provided by your guide. We typically use 9-foot 5 & 6 weight rods, depending upon location and conditions. Of course, you are welcome to bring your own gear if you would prefer. On full-day trips, lunch will be provided by your guide.
What to Bring:
- Rain jacket and weather-appropriate clothing
- Sunscreen and hat
- Socks to wear under waders
- Sunglasses (polarized is best)
- Change of dry clothes - just in case! (These can be left in your vehicle)
- Fishing license
Season:
Year-round Species: We will mainly target brown, rainbow, brook, and cutthroat trout. However, we have a short striped bass season in the spring.
Region/Terrain:
While we target many of the small rivers in Middle Tennessee, we mainly focus on fly fishing for trout on the Caney Fork River. The Caney Fork River is a tailwater of Center Hill Lake, meaning the river levels and flow are determined by water released from the lake at Center Hill Dam. Tailwaters make for great trout habitat because of the cold water generated from the bottom of the lake. The water stays around 55 degrees all year long, and trout love these cool constantly moving waters. Center Hill Dam is a TVA dam operated by the Army Corps of Engineers. The release schedule changes daily, and water levels can change without notice due to weather changes or power requirements. The Caney Fork River is a tributary of the Cumberland River and is part of the Cumberland, Ohio, and Mississippi River basins. The river is named after the dense cane breaks that once grew along the river. 143 miles in total length, the Caney Fork is home to many warm and cold-water fish species. However, the section below the dam is stocked with brown, brook, and rainbow trout.
Typical Weather:
Weather in Tennessee is unpredictable. However, we rarely experience freezing temperatures.
What kind of fishing license do I need?
Whether you are a Tennessee resident or not, you will be required to purchase a general fishing license (either annual or 10-day) and a trout stamp. To learn more about this, you can visit the TWRA website (www.tn.gov/twra/license-sales)
What forms of payment do you accept?
Forms of payment include cash, check, or Venmo.
What is the closest airport?
Nashville International Airport (BNA)
Do you have recommendations for accommodations?
Cabin rentals are available year-round at Edgar Evins State Park. There are also local accommodations in Buffalo Valley, Smithville, Sparta, and Cookeville, Tennessee, available through Airbnb.
What size groups can you accommodate?
Given the availability of guides who I collaborate with, I can accommodate groups of four.
