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 Grundéns Kryall Hoodie is one of those pieces you’ll grab whether you’re heading to the river, the boat ramp, or just a chilly morning in town. Built with a technical fleece that stretches, blocks wind, and sheds water, it’s designed for anglers who spend real time outside. 
✔ Wind & water resistant
✔ Durable stretch fabric
✔ DWR finish to repel rain & stains
✔ Kangaroo pocket with zip phone pocket
✔ Scuba-style hood for full coverage
If grit could be a hoodie… this would be it.
Stop by the shop or message us to grab yours before they’re gone.
#flyfishinglife #grundens #riverready #headwatersoutfitters #fishhard
Spots are still available for Wilderness First Aid + CPR Certification happening April 18–19. This two-day course is designed to teach you how to respond to medical situations when professional help may be far away. You’ll learn practical skills for assessing injuries, managing emergencies, and making decisions in remote environments where resources are limited.
This training is perfect for guides, outdoor professionals, and anyone who spends significant time hiking, paddling, fishing, or recreating in the backcountry.
The course will be taught by Christie Merrill of Oxbow River Snorkeling, who brings a unique blend of experience as a nurse, herbalist, and outdoor educator.
We’d also like to recognize the support of Land of Sky Regional Council and the Mountain Area Workforce Development Board for providing a grant opportunity that helped make this training possible for our full-time staff. Investing in safety and professional development for outdoor workers is incredibly important for our community and the people we guide on the water and trails.
If you’ve been thinking about getting certified or refreshing your skills, this is a great opportunity to learn valuable backcountry medical knowledge right here in Brevard. 🌿🏔️
How to register: View our event calendar at headwatersoutfitters.com or call the shop at (828) 877-3106.
https://headwatersoutfitters.com/event/wilderness-first-aid-cpr-2/
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Join Kevin tonight at Fly Tying at Brevard Brewing at 6:30 pm as he demonstrates how to tie a Mayer’s Mini Leech Jig. Donations welcome to support Kevin’s guidance and supplies.
#tuesdaynightflytying #brevardbrewing #headwatersoutfitters
Stop by and see us at BANFF this weekend, hosted by Brevard College!
Brevard College is excited to celebrate 50 Years of the Banff Mountain Film Festival!
Hold onto your seat—this year marks 50 years of adventure with the Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival, and the Banff World Tour is bringing the celebration to you! Get ready for adrenaline-fueled action, breathtaking landscapes, and stories that stir the soul. From first ascents and whitewater thrills to personal triumphs and impossible journeys, this year’s lineup is a tribute to half a century of pushing boundaries and living boldly.
Join us at the Porter Center on the Brevard College Campus on March 13, 14, or 15th for this milestone celebration. Don’t miss the chance to be part of the legacy. Hosted by the Brevard College Outdoor Leadership and Experiential Education program, this Banff World Tour stop is proud to be part of the global celebration of 50 years of mountain stories.
New This Year: The Return of the Banff Film Festival Road Warrior! Get ready for an even more exciting experience as Brevard College welcomes back the Banff World Tour Road Warrior. Road Warriors bring the heartbeat of the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour from Canada straight to Brevard. —elevating the energy in the room, enhancing the show, and delivering the world’s best mountain films with unmatched expertise. Their passion and connection with audiences ensure that this year’s festival will be one of the most memorable yet.
Limited tickets still available here: https://brevard.edu/banff-mountain-film-festival/
Enjoy different films at each event!
The mottled bead head nymph got the eat for Kevin this weekend! Temps are looking beautiful this week with hopefully some much needed rain coming. #fingerscrossed
#headwatersoutfitters #flyfishing #spring #828isgreat
We’re incredibly thankful for the community sponsors who helped make the Forks of the River Fly Fishing & Music Festival possible.
Presenting Sponsors
@explorebrevardnc
@comporiuminc
@brevardinsurance_nc
Caddis & Stonefly Sponsors
@sycamore.builders
@merrilldrillingh2o
@deerwoodereserve
@turtleboxaudio
Thank you for believing in the vision, trusting us to bring it to life, and showing up to celebrate the day with us.
One of the best compliments we heard all weekend:
“Wow… your community really shows up.”
We couldn’t agree more.
#headwatersoutfitters #explorebrevard #flyfishing #828isgreat #davidsonriveroutfitters
#IYKYK
Don’t worry the carnivores made it safely back to shop after a weekend at @deerwoodereserve for the festival! Stay tuned for more photos!
The T-Rex also recommends the BH Copper Bob Softy size 14 today!
#headwatersoutfitters #flyfishing #rosmannc #828isgreat
Thankful 🎣.
Year five was the best yet. We’re sunburnt and still smiling. Listening to much needed rain fall tonight. To our community, thank you for showing up and showing out. It keeps us going. See you next year!
#forksoftheriverflyfishingfestival
Hatchery Supported Trout Waters – CLOSED
Reminder that all NC Hatchery Supported Trout Waters are closed to fishing March 1 – April 3.
🎣 Opening Day is April 4 at 7:00 a.m.
Due to the impacts of Hurricane Helene and ongoing hatchery logistics, not all Hatchery Supported waters will be stocked prior to Opening Day.
The Upper French Broad River is listed as a fishery that will be stocked before Opening Day.
Please continue checking the NCWRC stocking schedule for updates.
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Aguas de Trucha Apoyadas por Criaderos – CERRADAS
Recordatorio: Todas las Aguas de Trucha Apoyadas por Criaderos en Carolina del Norte están cerradas a la pesca del 1 de marzo al 3 de abril.
El día de apertura es el 4 de abril a las 7:00 a.m.
Debido a los efectos del Huracán Helene y a la logística actual de los criaderos, no todas las aguas apoyadas por criaderos serán sembradas antes del día de apertura.
El Upper French Broad River está en la lista de pesquerías que sí serán sembradas antes del día de apertura.
Por favor continúe revisando el calendario oficial de siembra para actualizaciones.
#headwatersoutfitters #ncwildlife #frenchbroadriver #hatcherysupported
Bins are fully restocked with @montanaflycompany flies! Ready for a beautiful weekend. Spring @thomasandthomasflyrods are here too!
We’re open all weekend at both locations!
@forksoftherivertaproom is open noon- until all weekend too 🎣🍻
#headwatersoutfitters #explorebrevard #flyfishing #rosmannc #828isgreat
