This is not your typical striper guide service.  In my opinion, if you fish like everybody else, you catch like everybody else.  What fun is that?  I go out of my way to do things nobody else does and the results are on the following pages.  

If you have any questions, please email me.  Billy@meltonhillbill.com

Welcome to meltonhillbill.com.  My name is USCG Licensed Captain Billy Davis, and I have taken great pride in fishing these waters over the past two decades and now I want to let others get out and share in some of the adventures I take.  I was born and raised in Knoxville, went to Karns High School, and I am graduate of the University of Tennessee with a bachelor's of science degree in geology.  I worked for 10 years as an environmental geologist studying water quality and contaminant migration hydrogeology all over east Tennessee.  I got to learn all about the various river systems and spent plenty of time driving the backroads of east Tennessee.  After realizing my heart is on the water and fishing is my true passion, I took the leap and decided to go all in as a full time fishing guide. The results of my adventure are on the next few pages.  I offer what I believe are the most unique striper fishing adventures in east Tennessee. 

Being a geologist/angler, I have an indepth understanding about the earth's cyclical patterns and I have a unique understand of the river systems in Tennessee. Each river system is unique based on the environmental factors and these factors influence the location of fish.  I am never satisfied with just finding fish, I strive to learn exactly why a fish is at a certain location at a certain time of the day. The TVA river system is complex and it takes someone that understands these patterns to effectively keep their clients on fish.  I will help to teach you why certain stretches of waters are more effective than others. I will put forth the effort to ensure your trip is informational and enjoyalbe as possible.  My clients come from all over the country and alot of them come several times a year.  I am proud that many make my fishing trips part of their yearly vacations.  When we are out on the water, all you get is hard nosed fishing mixed with fun and alittle education.  Fishing for apex predators isn't just a pasttime or hobby, it really is a science, a passion, and my way of life.  Women and children are always welcomed and I guarantee they will have a good time.   

 I live in one of the best places on the planet for trophy striped bass.

 

Norris Dam - compeleted in 1936

Melton Hill Dam - completed in 1963

I can assure you that I have productive methods that will put you in front of quality fish.  I don't chase schooling fish and I won't rush you back to the dock after a limit of fish.  There are plenty of other guides that will do that.  Sometimes we may hit several reservoirs or rivers in a given day to find these fish. 

 



 

I use methods that are different than other guides in the area.  For the most part, we target large stripers with large live baits, which I believe is the most effective method.  I do offer artificial lure only trips if you want to fish this way.

I do not fish for deep fish unless I have to and always try and bring the action up towards the surface.  This gives you more of a show and a great experience.