By Tammy Parris
The Tuckasegee River at Darnell Farms in Bryson City was invaded by the Swainglers in October on a warm, sunny, fall day. Two dozen high school students enjoyed a forty-five minute break of fishing in the middle of their school day. A variety of lures and baits were tested. JT Neugin’s first fish was a Carp, commonly known as a bottom feeder trash fish, using a Gold/Blue Fox Rooster Tail. They can be difficult to hook and give a “good fight” while reeling in. Soon after, he reeled in a smallmouth bass using a silver chatter bait with gulp alive minnow shad. Classmate, Nick Bishop caught a nice rainbow trout using a Plain Gold Panther Martin.
The Autumn scenery and hospitably couldn’t be beaten at the local, family owned 100-acre farm, known as Darnell Farms, located in the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains. Students and Sponsors enjoyed purchasing a snack and cold drink from their fully stocked produce stand.
A great time was had by all and we returned back to school ready to conquer the rest of the day.
Swainglers Fishing Club would love to hear your words of support.
Tammy Parris is the Leader of The Swainglers fishing club at Swain County High School in Bryson City, North Carolina. They fish once a month of the school year during club time. Contact her at tparris@swainmail.org for more information or to support this popular club.