WFS 515 - Mossy Creek Fly Fishing with Colby Trow - Fly Fishing School, Fly Casting, Trout

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/515 Presented By: Jackson Hole Fly Company, Angler's Coffee, Chota Outdoor Gear In this episode, we're joined by Colby Trow, the founder of Mossy Creek Fly Fishing. Colby takes us on a journey from his early days with a cane pole to running a successful fly shop in Northern Virginia. We'll also explore the diverse fishing opportunities Mossy Creek offers, including their unique three-part casting clinic. Plus, stay tuned for a rundown of what the school we're putting together with Colby is going to be like. Show Notes with Colby Trow on Mossy Creek Fly Fishing. Hit play below! 👇🏻 01:40 - Colby's earliest fishing memory was at Wintergreen Resort with his grandfather. They used a simple cane pole, a red and white bobber, a couple of split shots, and a hook. 02:40 - When Colby was about 8 or 9 years old, he received his first fly rod as a gift, while his twin brother, Brian, got a mountain bike. At first, Brian teased Colby about it, but that all changed when he witnessed Colby successfully catching a fish. After that, even Brian got interested in fishing. 03:36 - Colby worked at a fly shop during his college years. Later on, both Colby and Brian relocated to Northern Virginia to explore a potential business venture. While researching this opportunity, they stumbled upon the chance to purchase a local fly shop in town. 06:00 - Tom Sadler is a member of the Mossy Creek team, and we were fortunate to have him as a guest on episode 98. 11:39 - We delved into the details of putting the school together, and he described what the experience would be like. 17:34 - The Rapidan River is well-known in the region. The Jackson Tailwater is one of two tailwater fisheries and is renowned as a fantastic wild trout fishery. Mossy Creek is a blue-ribbon spring creek offering nearly 4 miles of publicly accessible water. 21:35 - Colby shares insights about the significant hatches that occur in their area. 25:00 - Colby mentioned that being in a college town with James Madison University nearby, they have plenty of hotel options available. 36:00 - We get a rundown of the fish species and their sizes that you can catch in the area. 44:50 - Colby tells us about their very regimented three-part casting clinic. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/515