Trips: White and Spring Rivers

I, Al Harper, report here on a fishing and floating trip to Arkansas the third week of April 2024.  Bull Shoals White River State Park was home base during the first part of a six-day effort down there.  Nice spring weather meant lots of anglers on the river, some under the … Read More

Trips: Norfork and White River Excursion

With the right water release and weather conditions, fall fishing on Arkansas tailwaters can be fun and very productive.  On November 9, 2023, I — Al Harper — met fellow FATC member Bob Hassett and Gassville, AR resident Mike Enger (also a FATC member) for some fishing on a couple … Read More

Trips: A Short White River Float

I’m Al Harper.  I’ve been making pilgrimages to Bull Shoals White River State Park in Arkansas for a few years now.  The White enjoys an almost legendary reputation among fly fishermen across the country. I’ve enjoyed enough success here to keep me coming back, but my efforts on 7/19/23 were truly memorable.  … Read More