S6, Ep 90: East Tennessee Fishing Report: Barometers, Bugs and Burnt Orange

The Articulate Fly

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash reconnects with East Tennessee fishing guide Ellis Ward for another insightful fishing report. They discuss Ellis's recent hectic fishing schedule, including his experiences with mousing and fishing through various weather conditions. Ellis shares the impact of a recent hurricane on fishing in Johnson City and the improvement in conditions with cloudy, cooler weather.

Ellis provides valuable insights on current river conditions, including the behavior of trout under different weather patterns. They delve into the specifics of fishing techniques, such as the importance of presentation over color when streamer fishing. Ellis also answers a listener's question about changing streamer colors for fall, emphasizing his preference for maintaining consistent colors and focusing on other factors like profile and water column action.

Additionally, Ellis talks about his upcoming tying night at The Hatch Outfitters in Chattanooga, where he'll be demonstrating the swim bug. Marvin highlights the benefits available through their Patreon community, including discounts on Ellis's bucktails and guide credits.

Don't miss this episode filled with practical fishing tips, updates on current conditions and exciting opportunities to connect with Ellis.

To learn more about Ellis, check out our interview!

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