Charles Crolley wrote:
In about two weeks, I'm moving about 50 miles SW of St. Louis. I'll
be right on the lake (with my own 3 slip dock) and within 5 minutes of
decent Trout Fishing.

That's the good news....

The bad news is that I'm leaving behind my favorite local fly shop
here in Tulsa. I could go to Bass Pro, mail order, etc... but I like
to support the local guys when possible. Does anyone have a
recommendation for a St. Louis area small operation fly shop with
friendly people, fair prices, and a good selection?

if that 50 miles sw of St. Louis puts you in the vincinity of Rolla,
you won't be too far from some decent trout fishing still including a
spring creek that has not been stocked in years.

To the original questions, one of the nation's finest fly shops is on
Manchester Road in St. Louie-T. Hargrove Fly Fishing. I recommend the
Friday night gathering of the "fishheads" or Sat wine tasting days. One
of the nations most overated and sterile fly shops happens to be a mile
or so east of Hargrove's on the same street-National Feathercraft. In
between both shops on Brentwood is an Orvis store and an REI for other
outdoor fun.