"These two rivers, but particularly the French Broad, offer great Smallmouth Bass fishing, with fall being a superb time to reel in some big ones. Or, you can take a short ride to Lake James.

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“He does fly-fishing, spin-fishing, smallmouth and muskie in the French Broad,” Jemima Cook said. “But since Helene, his ...

“He does fly-fishing, spin-fishing, smallmouth and muskie in the French Broad,” Jemima Cook said. “But since Helene, his access points have changed. Landmarks are gone.

“He does fly-fishing, spin-fishing, smallmouth and muskie in the French Broad,” Jemima Cook said. “But since Helene, his access points have changed. Landmarks are gone.