Mid-Febuary 2012 Newsletter

Posted on February 18, 2012 by flygirl

Can you believe this Winter we’ve been having?  Mild temperatures, cool waters and hungry fish!  We certainly hope you have taken advantage of it and enjoyed some time on the water lately.
As for all of us, Frank is enjoying his time with friends at Chimehuin Safaris in Argentina, spending his days trout fishing on his beloved Argentine waters.  Forrest just got back from fishing the White River in Arkansas or as he calls it, Arkentina (for those who can’t go to Argentina every year).  Shane has been on the vise quite a bit, both tying for the shop and teaching classes here at Hunter Banks.
Reba has been on the local waters as much as she possibly can and she and Thomas have both taken advantage of Winter Stiper fishing on Lake Hartwell in SC.   Steve has done a lot of bird hunting lately … looking forward to hosting his annual saltwater fly fishing trip to Jupiter, FL this summer.  When we are not on the water, you can find us in the shop putting up a ton of new fly fishing merchandise.

We just got a huge shipment in from Simms Fly Fishing and have a lot of their new items in stock.  Check it out on our online flyshop:  Online Flyshop Link

There are a few events coming up that you should know about:
We have posted the dates for our 2012 fly fishing schools:  Fly Fishing Schools
Southern Culture on the Fly is hosting the second annual Tir-One-On-Athon to benefit Project Healing Waters on Feb. 26th. (See post below)

Currently taking lots of reservations for guided fly fishing trips already this year… give us a call to reserve your next trip 828-252-3005

Don’t be a stranger … be sure to stop in and say hello!

Sincerely,

The Hunter Banks Team

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A Great Event for a Great Cause

Posted on February 18, 2012 by flygirl

Hunter Banks Co. is proud to be a sponsor of the Southern Culture on the Fly’s 2nd annual  Tie-One-On-Athon, a fundraiser for our local chapter Project Healing Waters.

The region’s best tiers including guides, shop owners and commercial tiers will put their noses to the vise for eight hours and see how many flies they can produce in the name of Project Healing Waters, a non-profit dedicated to the physical and emotional rehabilitation of wounded veterans through fly fishing and fly tying. Attendees can watch the tiers work their magic, visit with veterans, win hourly door prizes from sponsors, and enjoy food and drink available by donation including fine craft beer provided by Green Man Brewery (after 12noon).

Sunday, February 26 from 10am-6pm.

80 N. Lexington Avenue, Suite C., Downtown Asheville

Advance tickets available for $10 at Hunter Banks, or at the door the day of the event. Presented by Southern Culture on the Fly, The Hunter Banks Company and The Fiberglass Manifesto.

For further details, contact David Grossman at southerncultureonthefly@gmail.com

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Simms Rivertek BOA Wading Boot In Stock …. Finally

Posted on May 2, 2011 by hunterbanks

Simms Rivertek BOA Featuring Speed Lacing Available At Hunter Banks Co.

After receiving very positive reviews at the regional business meetings, the Simms Rivertek BOA wading boot combined the grip of the Vibram Streamtred sole along with the revolutionary speed lacing system. A ratcheting dial allows for quick, one-handed boot lacing using a metal lace system.

This boot, even with the most costly feature found on any of the Simms wading boots, does not price itself out of reach of the common angler. With the Vibram Streamtred sole, CleanStream eco seam technology, and the BOA lacing system, this boot is a great deal at $169.95.

Call us for more information or stop by the shop for a demo. These boots are very popular and we expect to sell through our initial delivery quickly.

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Our Fly Fishing Instruction Is On-The-Water Training

Posted on May 2, 2011 by hunterbanks

Professional On-The-Water Fly Fishing Instruction For Anglers of All AbilitiesIf you want to learn, let’s go fishing.  May is one of the best times of the year to be on the water. Comfortable air temperatures, rising water temperatures, hatching insects, and feeding fish all combine for great overall fishing conditions.

In the small high elevations streams, the wild trout are beginning to feed aggressively and can be caught on dry flies with ease. The larger low elevation trout streams are seeing fish caught on mayfly and stonefly nymphs fished deep. The dry fly fishing can be some of the best of the year with mayflies, stoneflies, and caddis hatching sporadically. We’ve got some great streams within a short distance from the shop.

A day spent with one of our guides can help you decode the mysteries of wild trout fishing.  For those of you who’d like to catch lots of fish and some big ones, our delayed harvest waters can be a lot of fun in the spring.  Let our guides show you how to take full advantage of these great trout-filled resources.

The tailwaters in Tennessee are also truly great in the late spring and summer.  This is when the bigger fish are waking up and ready to feed.  The Sulphers will start hatching regularly around the end of April and early May on both the South Holston and Watauga.  Take a float trip with us and find out what this great fishery is all about.

The Hunter Banks fly fishing guides are the best around and we can accomodate beginning anglers to expert fly fishers.  You are sure to learn some tricks that will help you in your own trout fishing endeavers and we will definitely put you on fish.  Also, for those of you that are interested, the early season smallmouth bite has already started and late spring is the best time to catch a really big smallmouth.

Catch More Fish and Bigger Fish With Expert Fly Fishing Instruction Through Hunter Banks Co.

Give us a call and we’ll set up a guided fly fishing excursion tailored to your specific goals.

Trust us – you will not be disappointed.

 

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Southern Appalachian Fly Guide Book Signing Event + Beer

Posted on May 2, 2011 by hunterbanks

The Best WNC Fly Fishing Resource Available At Hunter Banks

The fly fishing guide, author, and world angler J.E.B. Hall will be at Hunter Banks Company on May 12th between 5PM & 7PM  to sign copies of his Southern Appalachian Fly Guide and discuss his views on the fly fishing options of our area.

This book, now in its second edition, has been the most popular book we’ve ever offered and it has been over a year since we’ve had any available for purchase. While this edition shares information with the first, J.E.B. has expanded the book to include areas beyond Western North Carolina but still within reach of local angler.

In addition to the company of a great angler and author, Hunter Banks Company is beginning our evening event series with a complimentary Highland Brewing Company beer. Share a beer, a few stories, and learn more about the best fly fishing resource for our region.

If you aren’t able to make the event, let us know and we’ll be glad to have J.E.B. sign a copy for you. We’ll be happy to send it your way.

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