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Pricing Matrix

	8 Hours
2 People	$400.00
1 Person	$400.00

Pay $50 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Trip

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

About Your Trip

Join Captain Jason on the Holston River for some of the best fly fishing you’ve ever seen! The river is loaded with Trout and smallmouth bass . There’s a reason fly fishing is the angler’s pastime! There’s no better feeling than whipping a line across the river to hook a fish, and the serenity of it all can’t be beat. Whether you are an experienced angler or just learning the ropes, this trip will be fun for everyone!

Up to 2 anglers can fit aboard the 16’ Clackacraft drift boat, plus Captain Jason. The vessel drifts calmly down the river, putting you right in the middle of some of the most beautiful scenery in East Tennessee. As you make your casts, look out for the interesting geology, amazing wildlife, and of course, diverse fish! Captain Jason will provide all the rods, reels, flies, and tackle needed for a great adventure. You should bring sunblock and appropriate clothing, and of course a snack for the midday stop.

Amenities

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 7 days before the trip.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

No live bait is provided with the price of this trip.

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About Your Guide

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Captain Jason

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide 24 yrs of exp.

Laid-back

Comfortable

Quality

Instructional

Talkative

Beginner Oriented

About Your Guide

Captain Jason

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide 24 yrs of exp.

Captain Jason is a patient and fun-loving guide who loves guiding on the Clinch, Holston, and French Broad rivers. Jason has guided these areas for 20+ years but has lived and fished here his entire life.

Captain Jason offer full and half day trips for families and friends alike! Captain Jason usually targets Trout, Smallmouth bass, Striper, and the occasional Musky.

His boat is a 18ft Stealthcraft Powerdrifter Jet and can run in shallow water that very few other vessels can access. Captain Jason likes to fly fish but keeps his boat loaded full of spinning and fly fishing gear. Jason realizes that not everyone wants to fly fish so he makes sure he can accommodate every angler at any skill set!

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

My longest fish is a 47” Musky .

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Walleye tacos

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

My longest fish is a 47” Musky .

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Walleye tacos

Whats your favorite band?

Colter Wall has been on the juke box lately.

Whats your favorite movie?

Rambo First Blood

Whats your favorite sports team?

Atlanta Braves

Whats your drink of choice?

Coke zero

What was your last halloween costume?

Moonshiner

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Power Pro braid and zoom super flukes.

How did you get started guiding?

I was a shop rat for awhile on the Hiwassee river in Reliance Tn. One day a guide quit and I was offered a job. I was 19 . Ive been a fishing guide in some sort or fashion ever since.

What makes you different from other guides?

I really love my job! Its not a chore. I put in the extra effort and I strive to be the best. I want every client to have the best experience possible.

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Start Location

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.

You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.

6110 TN-9 Knoxville, TN 37924

Areas Fished

Holston River

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Drift Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Clackacraft
Year Built: 1
Boat Length: 16'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Drift Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Clackacraft
Year Built: 1
Boat Length: 16'

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 7 days before the trip.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

No live bait is provided with the price of this trip.

Potential Target Species

Rainbow Trout
Smallmouth Bass

Techniques

Drift Fishing
Fly Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing

Packing / Extras

Sunglasses, Weather appropriate clothing, wading gear. Lunch is provided.

You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 7 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account.

If the weather doesn’t cooperate you’ll be covered by our 100% weather guarantee and you won’t lose your deposit.

Reviews

based on 1 review

Jeffrey

Verified Review

July 28

Great trip

Trip: French Broad River Fishing

First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is the home of over 1500 Damn Good fishing and hunting guides. Our mission is to unlock the outdoors for everyone, and we want to help you get out there through our no-hassle online booking experience and our team of outdoors experts.

We vet our guides to make sure they are the best of the best. We want guides who not only put you on 'em, but show you a great time, keep you safe, and give you a memorable experience with your group.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a credit for the full deposit of the trip to be used on any of our trips across the country. Your safety is our top concern.

Each trip’s price is set by the guide and factors in all of their costs. A big determinant of cost is often the type of boat and associated fuel costs, but other guide costs include leases, marina / slip fees, bait costs, and the cost to provide and maintain all of the gear you’ll need on your trip.

Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our team is always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!