Dylan May

School / Affiliation:  
Carson-Newman University

Primary Lakes:  
Douglas Lake,  Cherokee Lake

Primary Services:
In-Person Instruction, Virtual Coaching

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Teaching Approach

Dylan focuses on helping clients understand patterns, electronics, and on-the-water decision-making so they can fish more confidently on their own. Sessions are interactive and tailored to the client’s experience level, equipment, and goals.

Instruction emphasizes:

Why fish are positioned where they are
How to make adjustments as conditions change
How to interpret electronics and structure more effectively

What You’ll Learn

Learn to read sonar and mapping data, position the boat offshore, and adapt strategy as conditions change.

Interpreting front-facing sonar and fish-finder data
Using mapping and structure to locate offshore fish
Boat positioning and decision-making in offshore situations
Adapting strategy during weekend tournaments or changing conditions

Competitive & Fishing Background

Dylan has competed at the collegiate level and brings a structured, disciplined approach to fishing and instruction. His competitive experience has shaped his ability to identify patterns, make decisions under pressure, and adapt to changing conditions—skills that translate directly
into effective on-the-water teaching.

Competed at the collegiate level representing Carson-Newman University


Experience teaching through youth fishing camps


Strong background in electronics


WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING

“I finally understand what I’m seeing on my electronics and how to adjust throughout the day instead of just guessing. The instruction was clear and practical, and I’ve already used what I learned on another trip.”

Austin,  Douglas Lake

“This wasn’t just fishing together, we spent time talking through decisions and patterns. I feel much more confident fishing offshore now and know how to approach similar situations on my own.”

Jason, Cherokee Lake

“I’ve fished this lake for years, but I never really understood why things worked when they did. The session helped connect the dots and changed how I approach electronics and structure.”

Matt, East Tennessee

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