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The Fish Hawk

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16 days ago

We are getting very close to the start of the seasonal striper bite on Lake Lanier. The action can be fast and the top water surface feed can be visually epic! While there are many very capable guides on Lanier, we happen to have 3 local fly shops that have dedicated in-house guides you can book with. These shops are @thefishhawk, @alpharettaoutfitters and @unicoioutfitters. Their guides specialize in this fishery. We also have two independent guides that put more time on the water than all others and also specialize in the striper fishery. You'd be hard pressed to find any better than these five guides. No matter who you choose it's important to try to fish on the best moon dates available. It just adds a chip on your side of the table. These choice dates get booked fast so the earlier you book the better. These five guides are the light tackle & fly fishing Sultans of Lanier...
#henrycowenflyfishing #lanieronthefly #josephclarkflyfishing #dillonlancasterflyfishing #hunterhasthepowers taken in Lake Lanier by @thefishhawk

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End of Summer Party August 15th!!!

Come stop by our annual End of Summer Party to celebrate another great summer on the water! Per usual Sweet Auburn BBQ will be catering and the cooler will be full of beverages! We will have our usual raffles and great sales on clothing, waders, boots, rods, and more!

Come celebrate with us August 15th, 11am to 5pm! by @thefishhawk

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3 months ago

Join Fishing the Good Fight and The Fish Hawk for "Knot Just Fly Tying Night." Grab a seat at the vise — or just pull up a chair and watch. This is a relaxed, casual gathering open to everyone, whether you’re an experienced tier or picking up a bobbin for the first time. No pressure to tie; you’re welcome to hang out, reconnect with FTGF friends, and enjoy the company. Bring your own gear if you’ve got it, or use what we have on hand.

Knot Just Fly Tying Night
📆 Wednesday, July 8, 6-8 PM
📍The Fish Hawk, Atlanta
🎟 Free Event, RSVP Requested (link in bio) by @thefishhawk

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4 months ago

Trip Opening Alert!

We have a couple late cancellations for our coveted August trip to Kay Fly Lodge in Ascension Bay, Mexico! Permit, migratory tarpon, snook, juvie tarpon, bonefish, and more! Come have a great week with us on the flats, jump a few big tarpon, and get that first permit you’ve been looking for! Last year’s group brought 26 permit to hand on our August week 👀

August 22-29, 2026! DM or give us a call for details! taken in Ascension Bay, Mexico by @thefishhawk

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4 months ago

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5 months ago

It’s tarpon time and if you’re chasing silver kings, there’s one fly that stands above the rest as the most famous tarpon fly—Merriman’s Tarpon Toad.
Inspired by Harry Spear’s Bonefish Tasty Toad, Gary invented, developed, and tied the Tarpon Toad in the Florida Keys back in 1993. The Tarpon Toad has become—without question—the most iconic tarpon fly ever created. Decades later, it’s still trusted and still catching Poons.
If you want the full, accurate history of this legendary pattern, check out the Tail Fly Fishing Magazine article published April 17, 2020—straight from the source.
Let’s be clear: there is only ONE Tarpon Toad—Merriman’s Tarpon Toad. While materials and variations may change, the pattern and its origin belong to its creator.
In fly tying, imitation is often seen as a compliment—but claiming someone else’s work as your own? That crosses the line. This craft is built on respect—for the art, for the tradition, and for the tiers who innovate and inspire.
No patents. Just integrity. Respect the fly. Respect the creator.

#upmquafeathermerchants #Tarpontoad #flyfishing #flytying #flytying by @thefishhawk

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6 months ago

Wanted to share a cool story going on here in No GA. Carter Cunningham and Landon Glander of Dawson County High School won the Georgia Bass Nation High School Tournament on Lake Eufaula this past week. They are part of the Georgia Bass Nation high school fishing tournament trail. This team also won the Angler Of The Year award which qualifies them for the BASS National Championship on Kentucky Lake in July. Last year they finished fourth at Nationals. They now have 3 tournaments left to finish out their high school career. Both boys intend to go to college and were offered scholarships to attend and fish on college teams. If they go to the same school they will continue fishing in the college tournaments. If not, Carter will positively choose a school that either offered a scholarship or attend a school with a fishing team. The Fish Hawk, Unicoi Outfitters General Store and Henry Cowen are three of their dozen+ main sponsors which help them fund their tournament expenses. We are so proud of these young fishing protégés and wish them well going into the national tournament in the coming weeks. Carters dad is Captain Clay Cunningham who is a full time guide (Catching Not Fishing) on Lake Lanier and captains their boat (as required by tournament rules). It certainly appears the acorn hasn't fallen far from the tree...
#catchingnotfishing #georgiabassnationhighschool #thefishhawk #unicoioutfitters #unicoioutfittersgeneralstore by @thefishhawk

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6 months ago

Arculeo’s Claws-up Crab! For Permit, Bonefish, Redfish, and all crab-loving fish. Available at your local fly shop from Rainy’s Flies!

#renzettillc #rainysflies #semperfli_flytying #semperfli #crabflies flytying flyfishing by @thefishhawk

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6 months ago

Rob Rooks had a great time hosting his annual trip to Cinco Rios in Chile. Great Weather led to some great fish caught throughout the week. #cincorioslodge #browntrout taken in Cinco Rios Lodge Chile by @thefishhawk

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7 months ago

When 16‑year‑old Carl DeMagistris (@i_tie_flies_for_people_to_use)—living with his family in a tent on Lake Lanier—fell in love with fly fishing, local anglers stepped in. A donated casting lesson led to a new rod, a vise, and eventually a community‑wide fundraiser that raised $20,000 in under 10 days.

That support bought the family a safe camper, repaired their vehicle, and created an emergency fund for Carl’s future.

North Georgia’s fly‑fishing community changed the trajectory of this family’s life. 👏 👏 👏

Tap the link in our bio to read the full story.

#flyfishing #community #troutunlimited #georgiaflyfishing #anglerlife #flytying #giveback #lakeLanier #flyfishermanmag @renzettillc @lily32780 @henrycowen A person sits inside a tent, focused on fly-tying equipment under a light. Text overlay reads: "Fly-Fishing Community Raises $20K to Help Homeless Teen Start a New Life." by @thefishhawk

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8 months ago

Don't forget! Join us this Wednesday for an evening of fly tying, free pizza, and good times.

Fishing the Good Fight is a nonprofit building community and improving men’s mental health through fly fishing, honest conversation, and shared purpose. We host retreats, local events, and men’s groups designed to help men show up more fully for themselves, their families, and their lives. We’re excited to grow our Atlanta community!

Whether you’re a seasoned angler, curious about our mission, or just love pizza and good company, this is the perfect chance to meet the team and learn how you can get involved.

• Fly tying
• Pizza
• Great group of guys hanging out!

📆 Wednesday, February 11, 7-9 PM ET
📍 The Fish Hawk, Atlanta GA
🎟️ Free Event!

#fishingthegoodfight taken in The Fish Hawk by @thefishhawk

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