The 2012 Southeast Regional Qualifier will be held February 17th – 19th on and around the fabled waters of the Davidson River near Brevard, NC. This year’s regional will feature 32 anglers from 10 states, some travelling to the event from as far away as Wyoming!
Venue Information
Please note: All competition water will be closed to competitors as of December 20th, 2011.
Competition Headquarters
Davidson River Outfitters, the Hampton Inn, and the old Ecusta Parking area will serve as competition headquarters for the event. View these locations in relationship to one another here.
Catch and Release Waters of the Davidson River
Eight beats placed between the confluences of Looking Glass Creek and Avery Creek. Wild brown and rainbow trout inhabit these waters, many exceeding 20 inches. This venue is located within the boundaries of the Pisgah National Forest. (Approx. GPS 35.17528,-82.46267 to 35.17271, -82.44214). View the map here.
Practice waters include all water above the confluence with Looking Glass Creek.
Private Water of Davidson River Outfitters
Competitors at the 2011 Winter Stonefly Classicwill have an opportunity to fish some of the best private water in the state, courtesy of Kevin Howell and Davidson River Outfitters! This private stretch of the Davidson is inhabited by large rainbow and brown trout and is fishable only by appointment. Contact DRO at (828) 877-4181 or visit http://www.davidsonflyfishing.com/ for details.
Practice waters include the hatchery supported waters above DRO, extending to the confluence with Avery Creek.
East Fork of the French Broad
Eight beats placed within the boundaries of the Delayed Harvest waters of the East Fork. This venue is located within the boundaries of the Pisgah National Forest. Both wild trout and stocked trout (managed by the North Carolina Wildlife Resource Commission) inhabit these waters. (Approx. GPS 35.132852,-82.792121 to 35.135023,-82.776232) View the map here.
Practice waters include the Delayed Harvest waters above the competition waters (Richard’s Corner and above). See map above for visual reference.
Tanassee Creek Reservoir
This venue is located within the boundaries of the Pisgah National Forest, with a public boat dock provided courtesy of Duke Energy. Stocked rainbow and brown trout, managed by the North Carolina Wildlife Resource Commission, inhabit this lake. View the map here.
Practice waters include Wolf Creek Lake, located just a short drive past Tanassee.
Airport, Accomodations, and Tournament Headquarters
The town of Brevard, NC is excited to host the 2012 SE Qualifier! Just a short 20 minute drive south of the Asheville airport, Brevard and Transylvania County are known as the ”Land of Waterfalls”…with good reason. Visit http://www.visitwaterfalls.com/ for more information on this great North Carolina town!
Discounted hotel rates of $49.00 per night (10 rooms 2/15 through 2/16, 40 rooms 2/17 through 2/18) have been provided by the Hampton Inn – Brevard. This hotel is 2 minutes from competition headquarters and will house the final award ceremonies. E-mail Casey Austin at casey.austin@hilton.com to make your reservation.
Davidson River Outfitters will serve as the competition headquarters for the qualifier. Visit http://www.davidsonflyfishing.com/ for more information.
Controllers and Sector Judges
Controllers and sector judges are needed for the tournament. If you are interested in volunteering, please complete the contact form included below.
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