Cool thanks for all the insight. I am definately going to be in east TN then to try to grab some wild creek trout that is something I have always wanted to do but unfortunately thats not really florida fishing And my buddy that ill be fishing with is insanely into the music scene and loves nashville so he will be excited to hear about good fishing around there. And about the stripers, are there any good places for them without a boat or yak? Also, any good places for cats with no boat? I have a 12 foot jon boat with just a trolling motor i use in the canals down here but dont know if that would work or if i can even bring it when i go up. you seem pretty knowledgeable about that tennessee fishing though so if youd like you can PM me any info you are willing to share and maybe answer my questions as i go along about planning this trip? thanks in advance!