The club has had a great variety of Fishouts over the years. It’s planning time for 2022 and I’m encouraging you to think about planning one. It can be very simple or involved. And as fishmaster chairman, I’m here to help you with the decision to do one, choosing a plan, and guide you on how to organize the outing.
If you are hesitant, I would encourage something very simple. For example: making an announcement in the newsletter that includes, place, date and time, your name and contact info as fishmaster, type of fishing and equipment needed. Make it so sign ups are not needed, everyone is on their own for food and any fees required.
There is no need for you to be an expert in fishing that area and it is understood that you are not guaranteeing how good the fishing will be. It’s important to acquire basic information ahead of time, such as, how to get there, approximate driving time, any entrance fees, equipment inspections, PDF requirements, etc.
Please consider stepping up this year and help provide the opportunity for us to get together, have fun, find out about a new place to fish and the fishery, and learn from others. I’m waiting for your phone call. Please do call. John Cook — fishmaster chairman. (831)688-1561. (831)234-6515
Lake Almanor/Hex Hatch -June 22nd thru 29th- 2024 -UPDATED-
Jun 22 - Jun 29
Trout, Bass
Jeff (Yog) Goyert - Fishmaster (831)234-0033
Palm Beach Surf Fishout
Jul 06
Loreto Fly Fishing Trip *UPDATED*
Jul 07 - Jul 11
Kennedy Meadows / Sonora Pass – Fish-Out 2024
Jul 21 - Jul 25
Trout
Tom Hogye - Fishmaster (831) 214 7578
Rio Del Mar State Beach Surf Fishout
Aug 03
Manresa Beach
Sep 07
Surf Perch, Stripers
Tommy Polito, Scott Kitayama
Mammoth Fishout -Sept. 21-Oct.5
Sep 21 - Oct 05
Trout
John Cook fishmaster-- (831)688-1561 or (831)234-6515
O’Neill Forebay ‘Stosh’ Memorial Fishout (Final Date TBD)
Oct 01 - Oct 04
Jun 01 : June Surf Fishout – Beer Can Beach
Beer Can Beach (Click for address and map) Fishmaster: Sam
Our June surf fish-out will be at Beer Can Beach in Aptos. Beer Can is accessed by stairs on Via Palo Alto street in Aptos, between house numbers 1074 and 1094.
We will meet at 05:35, sunrise is at 05:50 . This is a residential neighborhood, so just gear up, sign my log and head quietly to the beach rather than congregate and talk that time of morning. If you need a stripping basket or flies, please contact the fishmaster
SURF FISHOUTS 2024
Meeting Time (AM)
State Beach
Sunrise
Low tide
High tide
Moon
Tide flow
Fishmaster
MAY
4th
Saturday
5:55
Rio Del Mar
6:10
LO 02:14 +1.1
HI 07:58 AM +4.0
New Jun 7
Hi Flood to High Slack
Lance B
JUNE*
1st
Saturday
5:35
Beercan*
5:50
LO 01:12 +1.3
HI 06:39 +3.4
New Jun 6
High Slack to Ebb
Sam
JULY
6th
Saturday
5:40
Palm
5:56
LO 06:03 -1.1
HI 1:04 PM +3.7
New Jul 5
Low slack to Flood
Lance B
AUGUST
3rd
Saturday
6:00
Rio Del Mar
6:15
LO 05:05 -0.7
HI 11:54 AM +3.8
New Aug 4
Low slack to Flood
Sam
SEPT
7th
Saturday
6:25
Manresa
6:44
LO 07:04 +1.8
HI 1:26 PM +4.6
New Sep 2
Low slack to low Flood
Sam
OCT
5th
Saturday
6:50
Palm
7:06
LO 05:50 + 2.1
HI Noon +5.0
New Oct 2
Low Flood
Sam
Notes:
Meet up times are scheduled 15 – 20 minutes before official sunrise.
Locations/dates/times/Fishmasters might change, notifications on Google Groups.
June 1st* Mike Lovejoy’s for breakfast after fishing: 115 Driftwood Ct., Aptos
Contacts:
Sam Bishop sambishop@totlcom.com, 831-274-4024
Lance Boling <clboling@gmail.com>
Locations
Rio Del Mar State Beach – Google Map location for “Platform Beach”
Beercan Beach* – Enter 1191 Via Palo Alto, Aptos. Path & Stairs between Houses (See Notes)
Palm Beach – Pajaro Dunes, end of West Beach St.
Manresa State Beach – Google it, but parking may be on Ocean View Dr, 500 yards down the road
Jun 07 : Burney and Around – UPDATED-
(Click for address and map) Fishmaster:
Fishmaster:
Alex Ferber
Location:
Lakes, rivers and streams of the Burney area
Species:
Trout
Duration:
3 Days
Cost:
No Cost
Meet Up:
8am – Friday 6/07
Hat Creek Park off Hy 299 (See the map below). The park is approximately 10 minutes from the highway 299/80 junction. The park is on the left hand side going east on 299. If you google Hat Creek Park, it should show up.
This meet up will be a general discussion with your Fishmaster Alex Ferber. Here he will be discussing the local fishery, access points, general information and answering any questions you might have about making this a successful outing.
Meeting time to be updated as we get closer
Equipment:
Typical Trout Set Up 9′, 4-6wt Rods w/ Floating Lines Ideal
Euro Nymphing, and Trout Spey conditions available
Nymphs: Pheasant Tail, Hairs Ear, Prince Nymph, Wooly Buggers, Perdigon, Copper Johns, Zebra Midge, Micro May, Golden Stones
Drys: Caddis Patterns 12-16, Upright wing vs. Emerges, Missing Link, Stone Flys, Parachute Adams, Comparaduns (various sizes 16-12)
Misc.: Soft Hackles, Streamers, Leaches
What To Expect:
This Fishout is DIY Fishout with your Fishmaster acting as a resource person helping with any questions regarding where to fish, access, use of personal watercraft, fishery history, etc. Depending on interest there is potential of a pre Fishout presentation (TBD) and or tour of any one of the local areas with the most interest.
More information to be updated as interest develops. Please contact the Fishmaster if you are interested in attending.
Local Waters:
Hat Creek: Spring creek with plenty of easy access, walk and wading. There are 3 distict sections from the Power House Riffle, to The Lower Freestone Section. There are an abundence of hatches year round and daily from mayflies, caddis, and stone flies with the potential of a trico or green drake hatch.
Burney Creek: Spring creek with access around the McArthur Burney Falls State Park. The waterfall is a must see. This is great water for a dry/dropper set up as well as traditional dry and nymph fishing. Above the falls the creek is stocked and below the fish are wild.
Pit River: Classic tailwater freestone fishery. This river is known for its hard fighting wild rainbows. There is great walk and wade access but the terrain is difficult with large snot covered bowling balls covering the river bed. Those with strong wading skills and a stout wading stick only need apply. The river is broken up by multiple power houses each with their own characters. Primary a nymphing river either by indicator or tight line. Rubber legs and dark lords and lots of weight (bring lots of both).
BaumLake: Stocked and great for a small float tube or kayak. Excellent dry fly and streamer fishing.
Lake Britton: Primarily a motorized boat lake. Warm water fishery with small mouth bass, and potential for bull trout.
Ahjumawi / Big Lake Lava Springs State Park: Launch at “Rat Farm”
Fall River: Iconic spring creek with an abundance of large wild rainbows. No shore access. Non motorized boats can be launched at the Cal Trout public access or a kayak/motor boat at the “Rat Farm” (Big Lake/Ahjjumawi launch). Awesome dry fly, streamer and indicator fishing.
Lodging:
Camping – Too many to list, this is an outdoors paridise with options from unimproved to glamping. Plenty of places for RV hookups and KOA camping
Hotels & Motels: Various options available in the Burney area
Burney Sporting Goods – 37427 CA-299, Burney, CA 96013
Jun 22 : Lake Almanor/Hex Hatch -June 22nd thru 29th- 2024 -UPDATED-
(Click for address and map) Fishmaster: Jeff (Yog) Goyert - Fishmaster (831)234-0033
Fishmaster: Tim Loomis – 831- 345-8411 / bigsurstyles@att.net
The Lake Almanor fishout is typically scheduled for the last weeks of June (22nd – 29th). This time period is, hopefully, the peak of the annual Hexagenia hatch that begins generally mid-June and runs through mid-July. The most productive fishing takes place early evenings on into past dark between Lake Almanor West to Canyon Dam on the SouthWest side of the lake. Most of the fishing is done from float tubes as well as small boats or even from shore.
In addition to the evening “Hex” hatch, a multitude of opportunities exist for fishing throughout the day to include Little Crater Lake, Manzanita Lake, Baum Lake, Eagle Lake, Butt Valley Reservoir, Deer Creek, Clear Creek, Feather River, Yellow Creek, plus many more.
Lodging will be the responsibility of individual attendees. A popular campground operated by PG&E is the Rocky Point Campground, for reservation information call 916-386-5164. Many USFS campgrounds are in the area. Reservations are available through www.recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777. Make use of internet resources to acquire the actual campground names. There are also many resorts and rental cabins available in the area. A few examples are Wilson’s Camp/530-259-2267 and Plumas Pines Resort/530-259-4343. Other options are available via online research. Be advised that due to the popularity of fishing at this time of year reservations fill up early.
Sierra Fly and Tackle, stores in Chester and Hamilton Branch, is a great resource for current conditions and reports along with a large invantory flies and equipment. A must stop for all visiting fly fishers if only to get one of their cool tee-shirts. Both first time and veteran “Hex” Anglers could well benefit from the expertise provided by a knowledgeable and experienced guide. Lance Gray (530-517-2204) or Tim Loomis (831-345-8411) both offer instructional packages to help achieve success during the “Hex”.
Jul 06 : Palm Beach Surf Fishout
(Click for address and map) Fishmaster:
Location: Palm Beach State Park
Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass
Min./Max Participants: NO Limit Cali Surf Style
Gear: 6-8wt. Rods with full sinking lines or shooting heads to match the rod. Polarized glasses (safety),
Mandatory Accessories: Wader Belt & Stripping Basket
(If a basket is needed, some maybe available to borrow or purchase. Please contact the Fishmaster ahead of time. Also there are many DIY Stripping Basket making tutorials online)
What to Expect: Tide and weather dependent, but expect good times.
SURF FISHOUTS 2024
Meeting Time (AM)
State Beach
Sunrise
Low tide
High tide
Moon
Tide flow
Fishmaster
MAY
4th
Saturday
5:55
Rio Del Mar
6:10
LO 02:14 +1.1
HI 07:58 AM +4.0
New Jun 7
Hi Flood to High Slack
Lance B
JUNE*
1st
Saturday
5:35
Beercan*
5:50
LO 01:12 +1.3
HI 06:39 +3.4
New Jun 6
High Slack to Ebb
Sam
JULY
6th
Saturday
5:40
Palm
5:56
LO 06:03 -1.1
HI 1:04 PM +3.7
New Jul 5
Low slack to Flood
Lance B
AUGUST
3rd
Saturday
6:00
Rio Del Mar
6:15
LO 05:05 -0.7
HI 11:54 AM +3.8
New Aug 4
Low slack to Flood
Sam
SEPT
7th
Saturday
6:25
Manresa
6:44
LO 07:04 +1.8
HI 1:26 PM +4.6
New Sep 2
Low slack to low Flood
Sam
OCT
5th
Saturday
6:50
Palm
7:06
LO 05:50 + 2.1
HI Noon +5.0
New Oct 2
Low Flood
Sam
Notes:
Meet up times are scheduled 15 – 20 minutes before official sunrise.
Locations/dates/times/Fishmasters might change, notifications on Google Groups.
June 1st* Mike Lovejoy’s for breakfast after fishing: 115 Driftwood Ct., Aptos
Contacts:
Sam Bishop sambishop@totlcom.com, 831-274-4024 Lance Boling <clboling@gmail.com>
Locations
Rio Del Mar State Beach – Google Map location for “Platform Beach”
Beercan Beach* – Enter 1191 Via Palo Alto, Aptos. Path & Stairs between Houses (See Notes)
Palm Beach – Pajaro Dunes, end of West Beach St.
Manresa State Beach – Google it, but parking may be on Ocean View Dr, 500 yards down the road
You may want to use a two fly rig, one smaller for perch and a larger one
for Stripers. When I add flies I often need to use lighter weight
ones than I might with one fly. For example, dumbbell eyes are
heavy, so I tie most Clousers and jig flies using bead-chain or even plastic eyes, knowing I will very likely be
using 2 or 3, so need them to be light enough to cast.
A reminder that the surf is not a place to learn to cast, but it will force you to improve your line control!
Cost: Parking? & maybe some lost flies…and the fish of a life time
Meeting Location: Parking Lot / End of W. Beach St.
Special Considerations / Links: Tides, Wind, Swell, tidesandcurrents.noaa.gov/
Lodging / Food: Coffee and donuts at the local hang out after the session
Jul 07 : Loreto Fly Fishing Trip *UPDATED*
(Click for address and map) Fishmaster:
Sign Up Now! Experience a new HIGH! Fish for Dorado, and many other salt-water fish, including Bonito, Roosters, Yellowtail and Sailfish on a fly! Join the group going to Loreto in Baja
July 7th through the 11th
This trip includes:
Four nights at the beautiful Hotel La Mission, on the water-front next to the Loreto Harbor.
Three days of fishing on 24-foot Super Pangas, with fly fishing guides.
Ground transfers and fishing licenses.
The fishing day starts around 6:00 a.m. and we usually get back to the harbor between 1:30 and 2:00 p.m. Spend the rest of the afternoon fishing from the beach, having a cool drink in the pool, exploring Loreto, or just sitting around telling some tall fish stories. And, you will have many exciting moments on the Sea of Cortez to talk about.
The approximate cost for everything but meals and airfare is: *$995.00 per person,double occupancy; around $460.00 for a non-fishing guest.
It does not include meals because there are some nice restaurants (A lot of fresh seafood!) in town or if you prefer, eat at the hotel, where they will also cook your catch to your preference. Interested?
Please contact Rich Hughett, 831-757-5709, for all the details. You will need to book airline flights* as soon as possible.
*No money will be collected in advance. Southwest Airlines and Alaska Airlines from San Jose to Los Angeles and Alaska Airlines to Loreto. Rich will help with your airline reservations.
Gear: The minimum size rod for Dorado is a 10 weight, with a corresponding size reel with plenty of backing. I suggest everyone take floating, intermediate and full sink lines, such as T-14. Most fish down there are not leader shy, so I use about a 5 foot leader with a 20 pound tippet. For Dorado, the main fly is a Sarmulmac. Clousers also work. In fact a variety of flies work for salt water fish, as long as they represent a smaller baitfish.
Notes: Further discussion of dates, gear and preparations to be had as interest develops
The cabins generally roll over annually with returning guests from the previous year. The Hogye’s will be in Cabin 11. Rates range from $115 – 260 per night depending upon the size and number of rooms/beds. These are rustic cabins but have bathroom, shower, kitchen/kitchenettes depending on how big/small the cabin is. Team up!
Campgrounds immediately south of KM (1/2 a mile and 1 mile) are Deadman and Baker. They are recommended for anyone wanting to join us. Usually about $30.00 per site/per night. Some have a “golden pass” which is a sizable discount if you have that. The campgrounds are very nice and are pretty much right on the river. Mona and I have camped here for some 30 years! Yikes.
Beside fishing, the hiking and horse pack trips are available up to the reservoir which is a couple miles and 2,500 feet of elevation gain. KM sits at 6,300 feet in elevation. No internet, no cell signal. Be prepared to “disconnect” and reconnect with nature and peace of mind, completely. The lodge has a great comfort food restaurant, store, and yes, there is a bonified Saloon.
The Upper Meadow at KM is stunning. If you like to hike – the trails up to the Emigrant wilderness junction the PCT when you get ot 10,000 feet and Relief Reservoir is a great fishery at 8,800 feet.
The Middle-Fork of the Stanislaus River flows along highway 108 It is primarily a planted fishery with some “wild” fish. Excellent dry fly and wet fly fishing. Planted fish average10-12 inches, wild fish generally smaller, but pretty. Planted fish range from 12-21 inches.
Weather is generally excellent, chilly Sierra mornings great for coffee and a book, with wet wading afternoons in the 80’s.
We will have meals together, fish together or alone, hang out by the campfire. I just LOVE this place.
Gear: 6-8wt. Rods with full sinking lines or shooting heads to match the rod. Polarized glasses (safety),
Mandatory Accessories: Wader Belt & Stripping Basket
(If a basket is needed, some maybe available to borrow or purchase. Please contact the Fishmaster ahead of time. Also there are many DIY Stripping Basket making tutorials online)
Single, double & triple fly rigs
Clousers to sand crabs
Directions: Take RDM Blvd all the way down to the flats (bottom), circle the round-about to the left and exit back along Beach Drive, drive half mile to the State Beach (aka Platform). DO NOT stop up by the round-about, be sure to continue on Beach Drive. Early in the morning the parking lot is closed, but there is plenty of parking outside.
SURF FISHOUTS 2024
Meeting Time (AM)
State Beach
Sunrise
Low tide
High tide
Moon
Tide flow
Fishmaster
MAY
4th
Saturday
5:55
Rio Del Mar
6:10
LO 02:14 +1.1
HI 07:58 AM +4.0
New Jun 7
Hi Flood to High Slack
Lance B
JUNE*
1st
Saturday
5:35
Beercan*
5:50
LO 01:12 +1.3
HI 06:39 +3.4
New Jun 6
High Slack to Ebb
Sam
JULY
6th
Saturday
5:40
Palm
5:56
LO 06:03 -1.1
HI 1:04 PM +3.7
New Jul 5
Low slack to Flood
Lance B
AUGUST
3rd
Saturday
6:00
Rio Del Mar
6:15
LO 05:05 -0.7
HI 11:54 AM +3.8
New Aug 4
Low slack to Flood
Sam
SEPT
7th
Saturday
6:25
Manresa
6:44
LO 07:04 +1.8
HI 1:26 PM +4.6
New Sep 2
Low slack to low Flood
Sam
OCT
5th
Saturday
6:50
Palm
7:06
LO 05:50 + 2.1
HI Noon +5.0
New Oct 2
Low Flood
Sam
Notes:
Meet up times are scheduled 15 – 20 minutes before official sunrise.
Locations/dates/times/Fishmasters might change, notifications on Google Groups.
June 1st* Mike Lovejoy’s for breakfast after fishing: 115 Driftwood Ct., Aptos
Contacts:
Sam Bishop sambishop@totlcom.com, 831-274-4024
Lance Boling <clboling@gmail.com>
Locations
Rio Del Mar State Beach – Google Map location for “Platform Beach”
Beercan Beach* – Enter 1191 Via Palo Alto, Aptos. Path & Stairs between Houses (See Notes)
Palm Beach – Pajaro Dunes, end of West Beach St.
Manresa State Beach – Google it, but parking may be on Ocean View Dr, 500 yards down the road
Manresa State Beach (Click for address and map) Fishmaster: Tommy Polito, Scott Kitayama
Location: Manresa State Beach
Target Species: Surf Perch and Stripers
Gear: 6-8wt. Rods with full sinking lines or shooting heads to match the rod. Polarized glasses (safety),
Mandatory Accessories: Wader Belt & Stripping Basket
(If a basket is needed, some maybe available to borrow or purchase. Please contact the Fishmaster ahead of time. Also there are many DIY Stripping Basket making tutorials online)
Single, double & triple fly rigs
Clousers to sand crabs
Directions: Take RDM Blvd all the way down to the flats (bottom), circle the round-about to the left and exit back along Beach Drive, drive half mile to the State Beach (aka Platform). DO NOT stop up by the round-about, be sure to continue on Beach Drive. Early in the morning the parking lot is closed, but there is plenty of parking outside.
SURF FISHOUTS 2024
Meeting Time (AM)
State Beach
Sunrise
Low tide
High tide
Moon
Tide flow
Fishmaster
MAY
4th
Saturday
5:55
Rio Del Mar
6:10
LO 02:14 +1.1
HI 07:58 AM +4.0
New Jun 7
Hi Flood to High Slack
Lance B
JUNE*
1st
Saturday
5:35
Beercan*
5:50
LO 01:12 +1.3
HI 06:39 +3.4
New Jun 6
High Slack to Ebb
Sam
JULY
6th
Saturday
5:40
Palm
5:56
LO 06:03 -1.1
HI 1:04 PM +3.7
New Jul 5
Low slack to Flood
Lance B
AUGUST
3rd
Saturday
6:00
Rio Del Mar
6:15
LO 05:05 -0.7
HI 11:54 AM +3.8
New Aug 4
Low slack to Flood
Sam
SEPT
7th
Saturday
6:25
Manresa
6:44
LO 07:04 +1.8
HI 1:26 PM +4.6
New Sep 2
Low slack to low Flood
Sam
OCT
5th
Saturday
6:50
Palm
7:06
LO 05:50 + 2.1
HI Noon +5.0
New Oct 2
Low Flood
Sam
Notes:
Meet up times are scheduled 15 – 20 minutes before official sunrise.
Locations/dates/times/Fishmasters might change, notifications on Google Groups.
June 1st* Mike Lovejoy’s for breakfast after fishing: 115 Driftwood Ct., Aptos
Contacts:
Sam Bishop sambishop@totlcom.com, 831-274-4024 Lance Boling <clboling@gmail.com>
Locations
Rio Del Mar State Beach – Google Map location for “Platform Beach”
Beercan Beach* – Enter 1191 Via Palo Alto, Aptos. Path & Stairs between Houses (See Notes)
Palm Beach – Pajaro Dunes, end of West Beach St.
Manresa State Beach – Google it, but parking may be on Ocean View Dr, 500 yards down the road
Mammoth Lakes (Click for address and map) Fishmaster: John Cook fishmaster-- (831)688-1561 or (831)234-6515
UPDATED – 4/24/2024 – Three spots open first week, second week is full.
Sign Ups: As a reminder, it is important to sign up early or this Fishout. Half of the spots have been filled.
Call John Cook letting him know which week, both or private room. Payment is required to secure our spot we need people to sign up as soon as possible. Should you need to cancel, you can find someone to take your place and get your money back.
Contact Ph # (831) 234-6515
Fishmasters: John & Elaine Cook
Dates: This Fishout will take place over two consecutive one-week periods. You may sign up for one or both weeks. Week 1: Sept 21 – Sept 28 . Week 2: Sept 28 – Oct 5.
Location: The town of Mammoth Lakes is located on the eastern side of the Sierra, 6 or 7 hours drive from Santa Cruz. There are many lakes and streams in the area to fish.
General: We will be staying in condominiums in the town of Mammoth Lakes. Condo has a lovely hot tub, so bring your suit. Two people per bedroom. Most people bring a sleeping bag to share queen size bed or a pad and sleeping bag to sleep on floor. A private room option is possible at an increased fee.
Food Preparation: Breakfast and lunch items will be purchased by the Fishmaster ahead of time. Each person will be assigned a Kitchen Day. On that day, tasks will include setting out breakfast and lunch items, store unused food, and preparing the evening meal and clean up afterwards. Each person will be assigned a dinner that you will need to purchase and prepare. You will then be reimbursed for the cost for the dinner.
Oct 01 : O’Neill Forebay ‘Stosh’ Memorial Fishout (Final Date TBD)
(Click for address and map) Fishmaster:
Event: O’Neill Forebay ‘Stosh’ Memorial Fishout
Date: Date to be updated as we get closer to October
(I will be looking for a weekend with a ‘skinny’ moon, less night feeding for the fish)
Target Gamefish: Striped Bass
Location: Medeiros Campground located on the Southern Shoreline of the O’Neill Forebay, access off of Santa Nella Blvd. (Highway 33)
These are primitive campsites so bring your own water. There are tables, sun pavilions, and chemical toilets, or outhouses and fire rings. No open fires are allowed outside of the rings.
Typically we will be camping as close to site 29 as we can get. This is a first come, first serve campground, so no reservations are accepted. Float tubes can be launched near the campsites, but boats must be first inspected, then launched from the
San Luis Creek Boat launch. Boats may not be left on the lake overnight. Boaters would be wise to exit prior to the closing of the entry kiosk. The ranger can place a seal on your trailer, allowing you to bypass the inspection process the next morning.
The rangers at the kiosk by the Medeiros entrance may insist that your float tubes need inspection. make sure they’re clean & dry.
Equipment: 8wt rods with fast sinking lines. Some anglers will occasionally use a floating line with a ‘gurgler’ type fly
Flies: Lee Haskins San Luis smelt, ‘Deceiver’ type patterns in red, white, chartreuse, the aforementioned gurglers and poppers.
Float tubes (may require inspection for quagga mussels)
There will be a signup sheet at our September meeting. We’ll also create a list for those hoping to participate in a pot luck in honor of Steve ‘Stosh’ Rudzinski.
Weather conditions can vary dramatically, so it would behoove members to check prior to departure. You could email me or just get conditions on-line. High winds can cause the lake to be closed to all vessels.
This is one of our nearest Fishouts, with the possible payoff of a double digit fish! Don’t miss out!
Gordon Tharrett started fly fishing at 8 years old at his childhood home in the Adirondacks. At age 18 he started guiding, and over the years his resume includes guiding fishing, hunting, and climbing. Fishing has taken Gordon all over the world including New Zealand, Chile, Argentina, Canada, and Alaska.
In 1993 after a long season of guiding in Alaska and fishing his way down the west coast, Gordon ended up in Utah fishing the Green River. In his words,
“That one float down the Green was all it took to make me not go anywhere else. I thought to myself this is the best Dry Fly River I have ever seen!”
and he’s been there ever since. Gordon spent 15 years guiding with Trout Creek Flies acquiring the fly shop in 2012. In 2015 Gordon went back to guiding starting On The Fly Utah, and the fish keep coming to the net.
Gordon Tharrett On The Fly Email: ontheflyutah@aol.com Website: ontheflyutah.com 801-541-4113 http//www.wildlife.utah.gov/ for licensing
Future Speakers. Dates and speakers may change, please go to URL to see the current information.
Monthly Speaker
Date
Excerpt
Annual Slideshow
Jan 05 7:00 PM
In January, we’re going to be back at the Sherriff’s Posse Hall for another BBQ and our annual Club Members Photo Slide Show. Submit your photos today to Tommy Polito Thomaspolito12@gmail.com then come join us the first week of January – in person!!!
Fisheries of the Central Coast & Iceland with Dagur Guðmundsson
Mar 02 6:30 PM
Dagur will be presenting on the Central Coast fisheries as well as touching on fishing in Iceland as he guides both.
Everyone who attends the December Fly Club zoom meeting get a free ticket to the monthly door prize drawing.
We have some neat stuff, keep it yourself or use it for fly buddy stocking stuffers.
The FirstAid kit is not intended for major surgery but will come in handy for cuts, bruises, and other minor medical mishaps that might be encountered during a fly fishing adventure.
The four function Coghlan’s has a compass, magnifier, thermometer, and whistle. Great on the the back trails or on your float tube on the water.
How about a National Geographic trail topographic map for the Merced and the Tuolumne river? Great for planning and executing a fly fishing back pack trip.
These prizes are all from the new REI store that has opened up in Santa Cruz across from Dominican Hospital. Great place, check it out . Gift receipts are included if you would like to swap out the prize for some other treat.
Happy Holidays everyone. I hope you are all doing well looking forward to time with family and friends this year.
For those of you who made it to April Vokey’s presentation and tutorial on two-handed rods and gear for big rivers, you might be asking Santa for a Skagit head, some Rio MOW tips, and a variety of Hobo-Spey flies in yer stockings!
As April mentioned in her presentation, “spey” casting techniques are not only effective for two-handed rods, but also very effective for single hand fly rods. Most of you know the “roll cast”. Spey casting is associated with the roll-cast, or is in fact a roll-cast (I dare say), but with certain movements with the rod, that put your line and leader in different places on the water in front of you or to the side of you.
I encourage all of you to explore “spey” casting techniques by searching the inter-web, YouTube… You’ll come across some new casting names and begin to understand what they are; single-spey, double-spey, snap-T, Circle-C, and more. All very effective when there is no room to cast behind you, or just another set of great casting techniques to add to your repertoire.
A couple weeks ago, I had the opportunity to travel home to Ohio to see my mom and family. I’m always timing these trips as a means to kick off the holiday season, and have a chance to fish for Lake run Steelhead on the Chagrin River, where I grew up fishing as a child. This year I took my 13’ 6”, 8 weight two-handed rod, a box of steelhead flies and my waders. Not much else you need.
When I arrived in Ohio it was a beautiful 70 degrees, but the water was low. But weather changes quickly in these parts of the country and it’s common to get rain that will move the river from 150cfs to 400 or more, overnight. Thursday was that day. It has rained just enough to bring the river up. Puffy clouds brought cover and contrast to the stunning fall colors still hanging on the maple, pin oak, buckeye and more.
It’s not always possible to time trips perfectly, but each time is an opportunity to get on the water with my brother Pat. The river was beautiful and the flows made this place look about as close to a big British Columbia watershed as I could imagine. We were on the water at 7:30 and immediately rolled two fish across the river, getting our hopes up quickly. We fished hard till 10:00 then headed off to the Chagrin River dinner for a couple egg sandwiches and a hot cup of coffee before traveling about 30 seconds to the next place on the river. Almost like it was here on the San Lorenzo in the old days. If you don’t know this already, the San Lorenzo River was once noted as “The Most Famous” steelhead river on the Central Coast. Mostly because guys brought their friends, and wives spent the weekend, went shopping, found easy access along the 11+ miles of fishable water, and found they could pull off the river and grab coffee, food, beer and whiskey in just minutes, no matter where they were on the river. It was fun to do just that with my brother on the Chagrin, still in our waders and no one looking at us as differently.
The flow of the river enabled me to get a very good grasp on my spey casting techniques, delivery and swing. It was soooooooo much fun. When you can throw 80 feet of line almost effortlessly clear across the water and feel the line tug on your reel because it still wants to go farther – you’ll know what I mean. As the wind picked up in the afternoon, I got to try a few other of the methods necessary- like the Perry Poke (coined after a fella named Carl Perry kept “blowing his anchor” – wait, what?…! – recovering his cast effectively. Something that’s been done for 100 years, but never really called anything until spey casting anglers began naming it after Carl – at least that’s what I researched thus far), and casting with my right hand. Yes – spey casting also teaches you to be ambidextrous.
Part of my timing in the coming years will be that time when the steelhead are in but the leaves have either not fallen off the trees yet, or are already completely fallen off. As the day wore on, the wind gusts befuddled our success choking the water with leaves, and despite nice off-color water, I imagined hundreds of leaves bouncing off the noses of fish, causing them to hunker down no matter how colorful my flies tried to compete with the leaves.
Despite not landing any fish, it was the best day on the water with my brother on a river I never really appreciated as much as a kid. Except, perhaps, on those warm summer days when Mike and I would quit fishing and go swimming!
The Great Lakes rivers are abundant with fish these days. Not just lake run steelhead, but also Chinook, Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Walleye (mostly in the lake), Perch, Catfish, Carp, Pike, and some Brown Trout. None of the fish are small. The Grand, Chagrin, Rocky and even the Cuyahoga, that river that once caught fire in the 60’s when it was so polluted with industrial waste, are all now healthy fisheries year-round. There is a Facebook page for the area called Ohio Steelhead. Look it up.
Well – a lot of fun in store for us in the coming months. December is Gordon Tharrett who is going to present to us on the Green River in Utah – and fly-fishing Utah/Idaho areas. He’s been a guide for a few of our members for years. Don’t miss this one.
January 5th will be a time for us to extend the holidays with a BBQ, Big Raffle, installation of Board and Directors AND our annual Club slide show which will be a collection of all the member photos from all the fishing you did this past year. We will be meeting at the Sherriff’s Posse Hall on Ocean Street Extension. Mark your calendars.
It’s been a great year and its fun seeing all the new members participate in fishing, fly-tying, and jumping on the Board to be a driving force for the future of the club. Super happy to see how this is coming together. If you’re interested, let us know. We still have a couple of positions we would love help with.
Happy Holidays. Jump in – we’ll land a few together. Tom Hogye – 831-214-7578
As caddis emerge from their nymphal stage, and just before they are ready to take flight, they are on the surface with wings up and ready, but are still attached to their nymphal shuck. Consequent they aren’t able to fly away yet and makes them very vulnerable to the trout. This fly mimics this stage. The “Fly of the Month” article this month will be directions for how to use a Matarelli tool. Knowing how to use it will help you tie off this fly. For our free Zoom class, call Elaine Cook at (831)688-1561 at least a couple days ahead to allow time for packets of material to be assembled and you to pick up at my door. Thread will be 8/0 tan or olive or both. Let me know if you need to borrow some. Beginners can also borrow vise and tools. If you have never tied before, call me soon. To join the class go to bar at top of newsletter and tap Zoom, then tap fly tying class.
Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to URL to see the current information.
Instead of featuring a specific fly this month, using the “whip finish” method to tie your favorite fly will be discussed. Having the skill of tying the knot to complete your fly using a “whip finish” is very important for certain flies. Some folks use the method more often, for they just find it easier when they get the hang of it. There are 3 methods to accomplish this:
Whip finish tool that’s referred to as a Matarelli (there are other similar brands but this is the most commonly used)
Standard whipper (a very old style tool and trickier to use)
Hand method (the only method available before there were tools and uses 2 fingers)
Specific flies that require this method are any that must be tied off behind the material on the hook, ie: beaded flies, poppers. You can use this method on the fly being tied at the fly tying class this month but won’t be required. This is a great time to learn how, refresh your skill, or learn a new technique. There are numerous demonstrations on YouTube for all 3 methods. Just ask for “whip finish demonstration for tying flies”.
I found the one done by Copper Landing Fly Fishing was well done for a Matarelli. Check them out and do some practicing on a bare hook.
The Resource Conservation District of Santa Cruz County, the City of Santa Cruz, the San Lorenzo Valley Water District and the County of Santa Cruz have partnered to complete an instream improvement project on Zayante Creek. The work took place on a one mile stretch of the upper creek. Large trees were anchored in the creek to improve the natural habitat for steelhead and coho salmon. Historically, some of the higher juvenile steelhead population densities in the San Lorenzo River watershed been found in Zayante Creek. Check out the web link below: https://carcd.org/2021/10/rcd-san-cruz-completes-an-instream-habitat-improvement-project-on-zayante-creek/
Make sure you view this brief Youtube video that describes the project.
About 24 volunteers showed up at the Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge this morning to clean up garbage and illegal camps. The Salinas Valley Fly Fishers, Santa Cruz Fly Fishermen, Trout Unlimited and the Carmel River Steelhead Association were represented. This year, about half of a 30-yard dumpster was collected…down from the full 30-yard dumpsters of previous years. Thanks to all who showed up and, to those who fish the refuge but couldn’t help this time, see you next November. A special thanks to Benny and Jay Jefferson, of Jefferson Ag Management, for their continued stewardship of the refuge and use of their heavy equipment! Also, thanks are due to the Monterey Regional Waste Management District for the use of their 30-yard dumpster!
90 members have renewed 2021 dues for a total of $4,500 including $1,200 in donations averaging $50/member.
100 membership renewal letters have been mailed out to those members who have not yet responded. Deadline to be included in the 2022 roster is Dec 31st. Member names who have not responded will be deleted from the roster and Googlegroups.
We are on schedule to meet our membership dues budget and are hoping for additional donations in order to offset the $4,500 loss from our annual fundraiser dinner not being held for 2 years. With additional member contributions we could double our High School scholarships from $200 to $400/student, maintain our conservation project funding, and pay to restore the County Steelhead plaque on the San Lorenzo River damaged by vandalism with matching funds.
For those that have already renewed and donated online, THANK YOU
In January, we’re going to be back at the Sherriff’s Posse Hall for another BBQ and our annual Club Members Photo Slide Show! Just a reminder for anyone that wants to include a photo(s) in the club’s annual slide show, please send the photos directly to me Thomaspolito12@gmail.com. Thanks!
Just in time for Christmas, we are discounting some SCFF logo wear. This offer is only good if you are willing to pick up the items in the Aptos area. Take a look int the Santa Cruz Fly Fishing Store.. After you purchase, you will coordinate a pick up place and time with Kevin Murdock.
Douglas Severin
November 8, 1927– October 26,2021
Doug joined our club clear back in 1998. He had been a real outdoor person, but all his companions were no longer able to participate with him. So his wife Diane encouraged him to check out the SCFF club. As he put it , after doing just that, “ I’ve found a new home”. He jumped right in joining the fly tying classes and was soon helping beginners , as he was extremely skilled at tying. His specialty was small dry flies which over the years served him well at the Mammoth and Green River fishouts as well as throughout Montana and Wyoming. He was not a fan of flying so trips to the Green River were on Amtrak and to other Rocky Mountain destinations he would accomplish by driving almost non-stop to his destination. He loved the back country in the Sierra and a couple of his favorites were McGee and Convict Canyons. His participation and help with club functions were remarkable. In his quiet gentlemanly manner, you’d find him demonstrating fly tying to the public, donating and preparing, along with Diane, salads for the Club Fund Raiser, and then showing up at functions ahead of time to help set up then stay to pick up at the end. So now we say goodbye to our dear friend Doug. His company will be missed but the fond memories will live on.
John Cook fishmaster– (831)688-1561 or (831)234-6515
Apr 03 12:00 AM : Pyramid Lake Fish-out April 3rd-9th 2022
Pyramid Lake (Click for address and map) Fishmaster: Mike White – (831) 706-5556
The Pyramid Lake trip is one of the best-attended fishouts the club has, and for a good reason. Lahontan Cutthroat Trout cruise parallel to the shore in easy casting distance from shore. Cost for the week including meals and lodging and is around $300+ per person depending on the number in attendance. You need not fish all six days as there may be openings (usually later in the week.) Contact Mike for more details (831) 706-5556, to check on openings, or be put on a waiting list. First come first served.
You can also make your own arrangements either by bringing your own RV (Pyramid Lake Lodge has hook-ups and sells permits to park on the any of the beaches along the lake) or staying in Reno. Reno is 45 minutes away. Call Pyramid Lake Lodge to inquire about last minute cancellations in their cabins as well (775) 476-0400 and check out their website to see what the cabins look like at www.pyramidlakelodge.com. The General Store in Sutcliff offers meals on selected nights only to those who call in before 2:00 PM. Check at the General Store for details.
Equipment: 6-9 weight rods with hi-speed, hi-D shooting heads or fast sink integrated lines to fish the bottom in 6 to 9 feet of water, and a floating line for indicator fishing. You should bring a stripping basket and a ladder that will accommodate it. A ladder helps to get you up out of the cold water and enable you to cast out to where the fish are. You can still catch fish without one but not with near as much consistency.
Flies: Woolly buggers in black, white, purple, olive, midge, caddis and mayfly nymphs to name a few. If as in years past the Confab in February is offering the opportunity to see how some of the best Pyramid patterns are made plan to attend and bring a vise and tie some yourself. Flies may also available from club member Jim Hall who ties some very good flies specific to Pyramid cutthroat as well as other species at reasonable cost. His number is (831) 713-6835. There is a general store with provisions as well as tackle and an assortment of flies.
How to get there: Take US 80 to Reno-Sparks, take the Pyramid Blvd. off ramp and go north about 35 miles. Crosby Lodge is at Sutcliff, near the Ranger Station.
If you have any questions about equipment or how to get there, check the “Gearing up” columns in the March 2007-2009 archives on our great club website, or call Mike White at (831) 706-5556.
If you are considering going to Pyramid again this year with the club and you have not already done so, please contact the person who is booking the trailer you stayed in last year. Trailer-masters, if your trailer has gaps or cancellations, you can call Mike so he can pass the names of members who don’t have lodging to fill the empty spots.
Fishing, Camping, and New Ladder Regulation:
Fishing and camping permits can be purchased online prior to the fish-out. We would highly recommend doing this. Go to www.plpt.nsn.us to obtain your licenses. There is also an RV Park available at (775) 476-1155.
As with any great fishery there are always a long list of rules and regulations. We would recommend you review them on the website above. Suffice to say those of us who have been going to Pyramid Lake for many years are a good source of information as well. We will help inform and guide all newcomers. 15.6 USE OF LADDERS, ETC. Any ladders, milk crates, boxes or other objects used in the water as a fishing aid must be occupied or closely attended (i.e. remain in the area) by fishermen at all times. Any person who leaves such objects unoccupied in the water for more than one hour will be deemed guilty of littering. 15.6.1 Fishing aids described above must have a permanent tag affixed that has the name, address, and phone number of the owner of the fishing aid. If the permitted angler using the fishing aid is not the owner, the owner will be the responsible party for any infractions by the permitted angler.
This year we have five trailers reserved. (6,7,8,9, and 10) As of September 1st 2021 we have 5 openings available. These openings will fill up quickly, so contact Mike immediately at (831) 706-5556. Last year was an incredible experience with many fish over 15 lbs brought to the net. If you cannot commit early and make it into one of our reserved trailers you can always make your own arrangements by contacting the Pyramid Lake Lodge at (775) 476-0400.
NOTE: Due to insurance regulations, all attendees must be paid up members of Santa Cruz Fly fishermen, so get your membership paid up if you haven’t done so yet.
Sep 24 12:00 AM : Mammoth Fishout – 2022
Mammoth Lakes (Click for address and map) Fishmaster: John Cook fishmaster– (831)688-1561 or (831)234-6515
Dates: This fishout will take place over two consecutive one-week periods. You may sign up for one or both weeks. Week 1: Sept 24 – Oct 1. Week 2: Oct 1 – Oct 8.
Location: The town of Mammoth Lakes is located on the eastern side of the Sierra, 6 or 7 hours drive from Santa Cruz. There are many lakes and streams in the area to fish.
General: We will be staying in condominiums in the town of Mammoth Lakes. Condo has a lovely hot tub, so bring your suit. Two people per bedroom. Most people bring a sleeping bag to share king size bed or a pad and sleeping bag to sleep on floor. A private room option is possible at an increased fee.
Cost: TBD
Food Preparation: Breakfast and lunch items will be purchased by the fishmaster ahead of time. Each person will be assigned a Kitchen Day. On that day, tasks will include setting out breakfast and lunch items, store unused food, and preparing the evening meal and clean up afterwards.
SignUps: Call John Cook letting him know which week or both or private room up to May 1st. We will be leaving town mid May, so need to put things together and confirm reservation by then. Receiving your $ will reserve your spot. I will maintain a waiting list and, if space becomes available you will be notified by phone, even while we are on summer vacation.
Notes of Fish Master, Kevin Murdock (Dock), from mysterious site #29 (O’Neill Forebay):
Fish Master Log Date Nov 3: Our beloved Stosh, bowing to the frailties of mortal life, was unable to host our November fish out to San Lois Reservoir. I agreed to stand in for him, as long as no organizing was to be involved.
When I arrived Wednesday afternoon, Elaine & John Cook had already been camping since Tuesday. They’d had some success amongst the weed patches around the islands. They also had thoughtfully placed a tablecloth and wood box at site 29, assuring it would be available for my arrival. I sat up camp (1) and returned to Aptos to pick up the mighty pokey-mon. (My 12ft. tin boat). (2)
FM Log Date Nov 4: Early Thursday morning Cooper and I launched the boat. Thank goodness I’d had the boat tagged the last time I’d fished on the lake. It had rained Wednesday evening, and my boat was full of water. No way would they have allowed me to launch.
We fished for naught for a couple of hours. That’s when I determined to find Elaine, for she is quite frequently in the close company of fish. I was right. I found her between the first and second Islands, firmly stuck to a Striper. With her in my sight, I quickly hooked and landed a couple of schoolies. I would offer this to all of our newbies on fish outs: keep Elaine in sight and you’ll probably find fish. It’s worked for John for ages. Indeed, he’d caught a couple that morning.
I moored the Pokey-man near our camp and had lunch with Pete, a new returning club member. He towed a gorgeous Air Stream in (3) and asked where to park so as not to impinge on any view-shed. I opined that the air-stream enhanced any view I might have.
After lunch, I motored to the north-west side of the fore bay where I found a dozen tubers and Kayakers from a neighboring fishing club. The name escapes me for the moment. (Don’t be alarmed, that happens on a regular basis). They were scratching out a fish here and there when Cooper decided he could catch a pelican. (4) That was the first of his three jumps into the drink.
The laughter of the other club’s members were still ringing in my ears when I decided to explore the great wall area. Near the south east corner, I finally located some fish on my 30 year old garage sale hummingbird. They were in 25’ water depth, holding at nearly 20’. There was a current pushing my boat from east to west, so I posted up current, about 40’from the wall and cast directly towards the wall. I counted down quite a while as I drifted over the fish, & then began a slow strip. I got a strong grab and had the fish on long enough to try to get it on the reel, with devastating consequences. Over the next hour I repeated this process several times. Eventually, after omitting the part where I tried to put the fish on the reel. I landed two smaller fish. (5)
Thursday evening the wind died enough to have a lovely campfire, and the four of us enjoyed a lively conversation as we took turns fussing over Cooper. Elaine shared her vast San Lois Intel with us. (Greatly appreciated!)
FM Log Date Nov 5: Friday Morning I woke early to find Yogi launching his u-boat. Still dark-thirty. A couple of cups of coffee later I launched and hustled to meet Jerry at the Rock Wall (6) by the old boat launch. I arrived in the vicinity just as the sun rose, and promptly caught a small striper. I found Jerry shortly after he had released one of his own. Jerry caught a couple more over the next hour. Ospreys and bald eagles were my entertainment.
I returned to camp for brunch and was helped to shore by another new club member, Jeff. Pete treated us to a spread of bacon & eggs, whilst I whipped up a batch of Bloody Mary’s. Tim Loomis and a friend I haven’t met yet launched at about that time. Good Luck to ya!
Yogi returned after having caught a few. Probably just getting warmed up for his upcoming tuna trip.
Thought I’d take a quick nap. Two hours later, Elaine & John pulled out of the water. Elaine had landed 8 or 10 fish that morning, & John a few more, including one he described as a nice 20 plus inches, with a huge head. I envisioned Bruce Bocce’s head on a striped bass.
Tim Loomis returned with tales of the biggest striper he had ever landed in this body of water. He estimated 6+ lbs., or about twice the size of the biggest fish I had caught that day. Tim caught his on the Delta smelt pattern. In fact, that’s the only fly I used on the trip, and others echoed that sentiment.
Jeff and Pete had also each caught fish that day.
FM Log Date Nov 6: Saturday found Pete and myself on our own. We fished separately, scratching up a fish here and there. The wind chased me off the water early. Too windy for a fire, Pete and I retired to our respective campers to stay warm. A book for me, a movie for Pete. Early to sleep.
That pretty well sums it up. Fair fishing for many, great for a few. A pretty good fish out.
Enjoy the resource while you can, future dam construction will make this place much more difficult to get to, for quite some time.
April Vokey will be talking about the British Columbia waters where she grew up chasing the salmon and steelhead migration that frequented BC’s coastal waters. She began her guiding career on the Fraser and Harrison rivers for sturgeon and salmon, but left after several season to found her own guiding operation, Fly Gal Ventures, in 2007 at age 24. The company was built on the basis of the promotion of education and encouragement to those who looked to chase their dreams. She has since established herself as a respected authority in the sport and has traveled the globe in pursuit of gamefish on a fly rod.
Her writing has appeared in numerous industry leading publications including Fly Fisherman, Fly Rod & Reel, and Fly Fusion magazines. In July 2012, April became the first fly angler to be featured in Outside magazine for their “XX-Factor” segment. She is in the process of authoring her first book.
Also a popular TV personality, April has been featured on the Outdoor Channel’s Buccaneers and Bones series, 60 Minutes Sports, The Steve Harvey show, Discovery Channel’s Refined, Discovery’s/OLN’s Close Up Kings, and WFN’s Fly Nation TV.
Most recently, Vokey proudly wrote and hosted her own exclusive series, ShoreLines with April Vokey, as shown on the World Fishing Network. The series focuses on fly-fishing’s rich history and the people it consists of. Feeling limited by airtime, she has since branched out with her podcast, Anchored with April Vokey, an uncensored series dedicated to archiving the stories and personalities from some of fly-fishing’s most influential people. The show is one of the only fishing podcasts solely recorded in a face to face environment where April ensures to ask questions apart from the norm. It evolved into Anchored Outdoors in January, 2020.
In 2013, April chose to pursue her passion for saltwater species (and a blue-eyed Aussie bloke), and therefore surrendered her Canadian winters for Australia’s & New Zealand’s summers. She now resides in Canada for six months of the year, and in Australia for the other six. Her dog, Colby, travels with her between countries, keeping her safe from grizzlies and kangaroos alike.
She is a FFF certified casting instructor, a fly-tying instructor, traveling speaker and an eternal student of life, love, and conservation. Please contact info@aprilvokey.com to enquire about bookings.
Future Speakers. Dates and speakers may change, please go to URL to see the current information.
Monthly Speaker
Date
Excerpt
Gordon Tharrett – fishing the Green river in Utah
Dec 01 6:30 PM
Gordon Tharrett will be sharing with us the remarkable fly-fishing around Utah and the Green River, where what some of the members call “The 20/20 club” – a size 20″ trout on a size 20 fly”
Annual Slideshow
Jan 05 7:00 PM
In January, we’re going to be back at the Sherriff’s Posse Hall for another BBQ and our annual Club Members Photo Slide Show. Submit your photos today to Tommy Polito thomaspolito12@gmail.com then come join us the first week of January – in person!!!
We have some great door prizes for lucky meeting attendees. Take a look! A really cool Trout Unlimited sling pack to carry all your goodies, An Adamsbuilt wader safety belt, great for you or for your fishing partner if they forget theirs, and a pair of lucky fishing socks, who doesn’t need a little extra luck.
No tickets to buy, just show up at the Zoom meeting.
The Pyramid Lake trip is one of the best-attended fishouts the club has, and for a good reason. Lahontan Cutthroat Trout cruise parallel to the shore in easy casting distance from shore. Cost for the week including meals and lodging and is around $300+ per person depending on the number in attendance. You need not fish all six days as there may be openings (usually later in the week.) Contact Mike for more details (831) 706-5556, to check on openings, or be put on a waiting list. First come first served.
You can also make your own arrangements either by bringing your own RV (Pyramid Lake Lodge has hook-ups and sells permits to park on the any of the beaches along the lake) or staying in Reno. Reno is 45 minutes away. Call Pyramid Lake Lodge to inquire about last minute cancellations in their cabins as well (775) 476-0400 and check out their website to see what the cabins look like at 
If you have any questions about equipment or how to get there, check the “Gearing up” columns in the March 2007-2009 archives on our great club website, or call Mike White at (831) 706-5556. 
