Adventures on the French Broad river
For more than 30 years, our family has been discovering, planning, and taking customers on memorable trips across the French Broad River watershed.
Now, we’re western North Carolina’s number one source for family-friendly fishing, paddling, and tubing trips Proudly Located in beautiful Rosman, North Carolina!
For more than 30 years, our family has been discovering, planning, and taking customers on memorable trips across the French Broad River watershed.
Now, we’re western North Carolina’s number one source for family-friendly fishing, paddling, and tubing trips Proudly Located in beautiful Rosman, North Carolina!
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Forks of the river taproom is Your destination for local craft beer on tap and a variety of beer, wine, & cider ready to take on your next adventure.
Forks of the river taproom is our destination for local craft beer on tap and a variety of beer, wine, & cider ready to take on your next adventure.
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The seminar lineup is set and we couldn’t be more excited!
We’re welcoming back @the_souths_1st_lady_of_flyfish for not one, but two casting clinics! Whether beginner, or more seasoned, you can hone in on technique from Wanda! Sign up for her class early, as spaces are limited.
We are also excited to have @seafly907 present on Sea-run Cutthroat Fishing! Don’t miss this!
Don’t forget about our other classes including: trout tactics, tenkara fishing, trout spey, and rigging setups, where each instructor will bring a wealth of knowledge and deliver tips for you to take on the water!
Tickets for purchase at headwatersoutfitters.com
#headwatersoutfitters #davidsonriveroutfitters #deerwoodereserve #flyfishing #musicfestival #fishingclinics #learntofish #fishingfestival
🎣 NC Scholarship Reminder! You Still Have Time to Apply!
If financial barriers have kept you from joining the North Carolina iFishiBelong DIY Fishing Event this March, now’s your chance! The iFishiBelong Scholarship helps cover:
• A 4-hour independent angler workshop on Friday, March 6th (9am–1pm)
• Event registration for the DIY Fishing Weekend ($50 value)
• Friday Women’s Symposium Dinner ticket 🍽️
All designed to help make this amazing fishing experience more accessible!
🗓️ Deadline to Apply: February 15, 2026 - so don’t wait!
To apply, share your story and answer a few short questions about your experiences with fishing and community — it’s your chance to be part of an inclusive angling crew.
🔗 Apply Here: https://ifishibelong.org/scholarships/north-carolina/
Let’s get more people casting lines & building community together! 🎣💙
@ifishibelong @pisgahareawomensflyfishing @ubuntuflyanglers
#ifishibelongscholarship #ifishibelong #forksoftheriverflyfishingfestival #frenchbroadriver #828isgreat
We know exactly what the ladies in your life will love this Valentine’s Day 💕 Treat them to something truly special from Carolina Mountain Flora. Handcrafted herbal skincare and plant-powered goodies made right here in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina.
From nourishing body butters and herb-infused soaps to oils and wellness bundles, every item is thoughtfully made in small batches using real plants for real results and with love from a local herbalist and registered nurse who believes in the power of nature. 🌱
Support an amazing small business and give a gift that feels as good as it works 🌼💝
We have a variety of products in stock at both our Rosman and downtown Brevard shops. If you`re not very familiar with skincare, feel free to ask one of our staff members for assistance. They likely use and adore these products themselves!
For more information: https://www.carolinamountainflora.com/
@carolinamountainflora
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IYKYK!
#jessicaout #headwatersoutfitters
We’re back! Both retail locations are open today ☕️
@stoneflycoffee is open in Rosman—come get warm and shop our new sweatshirt arrivals!
#headwatersoutfitters #stoneflycoffee #forksoftheriver
The 5th Annual Forks of the River Fly Fishing & Music Festival will be here before we know it!
Join us on March 7th @deerwoodereserve for a day packed with expert-led seminars, leading outdoor brands, local vendors, fly tying demos, a stacked live-music lineup from Woody Platt & The Bluegrass Gentlemen, Pretty Little Goat, and Red Clay Revival—and more!
…and don’t forget the annual casting competition! Who will be crowned this year’s winner?! Test your skill (or luck!) to claim bragging rights for an entire year on outcasting your friends! 🔥
🎟️ Get your tickets today at headwatersoutfitters.com!
#HeadwatersOutfitters #DavidsonRiverOutfitters #FlyFestival #MusicFestival #DeerwoodeReserve #MountainMusic #Bluegrass #FlyFishing
Warm spring days are on the horizon in Western North Carolina!
River days, bonfires, bluegrass by the water, and wildlife waking up — let’s adventure this spring!
Check out all the ways to get outside and explore: www.headwatersoutfitters.com
#headwatersoutfitters #explorebrevard #828isgreat #rosmannc #laketoxaway
We took a snow day! ❄️
Sledding pictures coming soon.
Don’t forget—you can shop with us right from home at shopheadwatersoutdoors.com. Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and we’ve got a collection to help you find the perfect gift.
#headwatersoutfitters #wnc #828isgreat #shopsmall
Weekend weather coming!
We will stay open for normal hours today as long as conditions allow. Tomorrow all locations including @forksoftherivertaproom will be closed. Sunday the Taproom will open at noon if conditions allow, but both retail locations will be closed.
Tag us in those sledding pictures!
#headwatersoutfitters
Some beautiful moments occur during winter in WNC! Shop manager Lindsay Rutland captured an epic parkway scene before the ice storm.
#headwatersoutfitters #828isgreat #blueridgemountains #blueridgeparkway
