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Posted on October 8, 2025October 19, 2025 by Myles Honda

November: Alex Ferber – Trinity on the Swing

by Alex Ferber

Nov 05 6:45 PM at the Aptos Grange

This month’s speaker will be none other than our very own Fly Casting Master, Alex Ferber! Please come listen in as he shares his thoughts and wisdom on the great sport of fly fishing that we all love.

Here is a short bio from our speaker, Alex:

My name is Alex Ferber, I am a long term resident of Santa Cruz, CA and currently split my time between Santa Cruz and Northern California. I am a semi retired Physician Assistant. I have been Fly Fishing for about 25 years and have been a licensed Fly Fishing Guide for the past 8 years. While in Northern California I focus on fishing for Trout and Steelhead. I also guide and teach Surf Fishing in Santa Cruz. I teach casting classes both single and 2 handed rods, as well as Introductory Fly Fishing classes in the Santa Cruz area. The rivers I guide include Fall River, The Upper and Lower Sacramento Rivers, the McCloud and Pit Rivers, along with Hat Creek, Burney Creek and various smaller creeks and rivers in the area. During the Fall and winter I am on the Trinity River, chasing Steelhead. I offer both walk wadding and float trips.
My passion is swinging flies for Steelhead and Trout. A close second is pursuing wild Rainbows on Fall River with dry flies.
I place a high priority on teaching. My goal with all my guests is to introduce folks to new techniques in order to develop new skills, to enable them to become more complete anglers. I feel it is really important to be stewards of the rivers we fish and the precious environment we visit. We need to appreciate that our resources are limited and to not place excessive stress on our fisheries. When we visit a river, we need to ensure that we leave as small an imprint as possible. I try to pass these ideas on to all the people I fish with. Fly fishing should not be just about catching fish. We need to respect the partnership we have with the fish we pursue and cherish the wonderful places we visit. We need to ensure that these amazing places continue to exist for future generations. I look forward to sharing my passion for fly fishing with you!

NOTE: Meetings will now follow this time: 6:30 pm – Hands on Learning, 7:00 pm – Club information, 7:30 pm – Main speaker(s)

Posted on October 8th, 2025

Posted on October 13, 2025October 13, 2025 by Myles Honda

November Fly Tying Class: The Kilowatt

by Barry Bert

Nov 12 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange

This is a variation of Cliff Watt’s Kilowatt fly that has produced some really nice steelhead for me on the San Lorenzo. I’ve swung it on a skaget line in the estuary, dead, drifted it on a tight line in the riffles, and through runs under a bobber. It also can be jigged like a spoon through a pool or frog water. As always, the classes are free and materials are provided if you have black 140 denier or 3/0 wax nylon, please bring it. The club will have thread to borrow. For you beginners there will be equipment to use as well. Sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-345-0864.

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.

No upcoming events scheduled - check back soon!

	Date	Fly	Excerpt

Posted on October 13th, 2025

Posted on September 19, 2025September 22, 2025 by Myles Honda

October: California Stripers – Here’s the Skinny

Oct 01 6:30 PM at the Aptos Grange

The stripers have been hitting in the surf, which is perfect timing for our speaker for October, Noel De Guzman, to give us the skinny on California stripers.

As a resident of the SF Bay Area, Noel has fished for striped bass since the 1970s, and has landed stripers throughout their migratory range. He is a self taught fly fisherman who was sold on fly fishing when he watched a trout devour a yellow humpy at the tip of his rod, before a cast was made, while stripping line off the reel. A few proud accomplishments include holding a USCG OUPV captain license, credentialed since 2010, serving as co-director of the Costa Bass-N-Fly tournament, and as the chairman for DanBlanton.Com’s Striperfest fundraising body. The most impactful aspects of his striped bass fishing pursuit were becoming a boat owner and living in the California Delta (Discovery Bay, CA).

NOTE: Meetings will now follow this time: 6:30 pm – Hands on Learning, 7:00 pm – Club information, 7:30 pm – Main speaker(s)

Posted on September 19th, 2025

Posted on September 8, 2025September 22, 2025 by Myles Honda

October Fly Tying Class: Gurgler

by Elaine Cook - Fly Tying Chairman

Oct 08 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange

So are you looking for a fly to go after those stripers in the O’Neill Forbay? The club fishout being heldthere will be coming up very soon. When the stripers start boiling at the top of the surface, this is a fly you ought to use. As always, the classes, are freeand materials are provided. If you have white,flat waxed nylon, please bring it. We will also be using either 6/0 or 3/0. The club will have thread to borrow. For you beginners there will be equipment to use as well. Sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515.

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.

	Date	Fly	Excerpt
	Oct 08 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Gurgler	So are you looking for a fly to go after those stripers in the O’Neill Forbay? The club fishout being heldthere will be coming up very soon. When the stripers start boiling at the top of the surface, this is a fly you ought to use. As always, the classes, are freeand materials are provided. If you have white,flat waxed nylon, please bring it. We will also be using either 6/0 or 3/0. The club will have thread to borrow. For you beginners there will be equipment to use as well. Sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515.
	Nov 12 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	The Kilowatt	This is a variation of Cliff Watt’s Kilowatt fly that has produced some really nice steelhead for me on the San Lorenzo. I’ve swung it on a skaget line in the estuary, dead, drifted it on a tight line in the riffles, and through runs under a bobber. It also can be jigged like a spoon through a pool or frog water. As always, the classes are free and materials are provided if you have black 140 denier or 3/0 wax nylon, please bring it. The club will have thread to borrow. For you beginners there will be equipment to use as well. Sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-345-0864.

Posted on September 8th, 2025

Posted on September 17, 2025September 22, 2025 by Myles Honda

Club Activities – October thru December

Date	Activity Link	Description	Location
Oct 11 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm	Fly Casting Meetup	This month we will have an informal casting practice session where you can work on aspects of your cast of your choice. If you want to work on accuracy, bring a target,. I’ll bring a few as well. If you are just getting started, come and pick up a few tips. Practice rods will be provided if needed. Hope to see you there. October 11th 1:00-3:00 PM Jade Street Park 4400 Jade St Capitola, 95010	Jade Street Park baseball field
Oct 25 8:00 am - 11:00 am	San Lorenzo River Cleanup	Cleaning up our Local Waters!	SanLo – Ocean Extension

Date

Activity Link

Description

Location

Oct 11 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Fly Casting Meetup

This month we will have an informal casting practice session where you can work on aspects of your cast of your choice. If you want to work on accuracy, bring a target,. I’ll bring a few as well. If you are just getting started, come and pick up a few tips. Practice rods will be provided if needed. Hope to see you there.

October 11th 1:00-3:00 PM
Jade Street Park
4400 Jade St
Capitola, 95010

Jade Street Park baseball field

Oct 25 8:00 am - 11:00 am

San Lorenzo River Cleanup

Cleaning up our Local Waters!

SanLo – Ocean Extension

Posted on September 17th, 2025

Posted on September 17, 2025September 22, 2025 by Myles Honda

Fishout Schedule

The newsletter provides brief fishout info. For full detail, go to the website menu and select EVENTS -> Fishout Schedule

Date	Link (new tab)	Description
Oct 04 5:45 am - 10:30 am	Manresa State Beach Surf Fishout – CO Fishout with The Delta Fly Fishers	Location: Manresa State Beach (Ocean View Drive, La Selva Beach Parking Lot) Meet at 5:45AM Sunrise is 7:04AM and we will be fishing an incoming tide cresting at 9:28AM. Fish Master: Lance Boiling / clboling@gmail.com / 408-728-0548 Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: The Delta Fly Fishers will be joining us on this outing 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 [...]
Oct 04 5:45 am - 10:30 am	Manresa State Beach Surf Fishout – CO Fishout with The Delta Fly Fishers	Location: Manresa State Beach (236 Ocean View Drive Parking Lot) Meet at 5:45AM Sunrise is 7:04AM and we will be fishing an incoming tide cresting at 9:28AM. Fish Master: Lance Boiling / clboling@gmail.com / 408-728-0548 Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: The Delta Fly Fishers will be joining us on this outing 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 [...]
Oct 16 - Oct 20	O’Neill Forebay ‘Stosh’ Memorial Fishout October 16-20th	Camping and striped bass fishing at the O'Neil Forebay.
Nov 07 - Nov 09 12:00 am	Trinity River Fishout	Target: Steelhead and trout. Contact Alex Ferber if you are interested in going on the trip, text Alex at (831) 419-0564 or alex.ferber74@gmail.com.
Mar 15 - Mar 21	Pyramid Lake Ladder Fishout – March 2026 – UPDATED	Fishmaster: Mike White Greetings fellow Santa Cruz Fly Fishing Club Members I have been leading the Pyramid Lake fishing trip for the past ten years. It has always been a remarkable fish out, and one of the best attended too. This one is similar to trips we've done in the past except on a smaller scale. I have reserved 2 trailers and can accommodate 10 people. The dates are March 15th through the 21st. The weather can be very unpredictable in March, but we have had good times in the past fishing this time of year. The cost will range [...]
Apr 25 - May 02 12:00 am	Green River – Utah	2026 Green River Fishout is now open! We are doing a maximum of 12 people. Contact Fishmaster Scott Andersen for more information; Cell: 831-247-2993. Email: scott.a.andersen@gmail.com

Posted on September 17th, 2025

Posted on August 21, 2025August 22, 2025 by Myles Honda

September: Mammoth Lakes Region

Sep 03 6:30 PM at the Aptos Grange

Please Note – New Time & New Format

Luke Kinney from Golden Trout Guiding Company and Elaine Cook will be talking about Mammoth Lakes area and the fishout.

We’ll also be doing some hands on learning starting with Hopper Dropper Rigs (When & How to) at 6:30pm
General Meeting at 7pm
Mammoth Based Guide Luke Kinney at 7:30pm and our very own Elaine Cook to follow with Mammoth Fish Out Info

NOTE: Meetings will now follow this time: 6:30 pm – Hands on Learning, 7:00 pm – Club information, 7:30 pm – Main speaker(s)

Posted on August 21st, 2025

Posted on April 24, 2025August 22, 2025 by Myles Honda

September Fly Tying Class: Loberg

by Elaine Cook - Fly Tying Chairman

Sep 10 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange

We will be tying a streamer fly that is particularly successful at Crowley Lake near Mammoth. Tie up a few for the fishout there at the end of the month. It imitates a bait fish so will work in many stillwaters for bass or trout. Please bring your equipment and red 6/0 thread. If you don’t have 6/0, 8/0 will work as well. There will be a red sharpie pen to color any light colored thread.For you beginners, everything will be provided for you to borrow. As always, the class is free and all materials provided. Sign ups are very important in order to have enough material for all. Please do that at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.

	Date	Fly	Excerpt
	Oct 08 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Gurgler	So are you looking for a fly to go after those stripers in the O’Neill Forbay? The club fishout being heldthere will be coming up very soon. When the stripers start boiling at the top of the surface, this is a fly you ought to use. As always, the classes, are freeand materials are provided. If you have white,flat waxed nylon, please bring it. We will also be using either 6/0 or 3/0. The club will have thread to borrow. For you beginners there will be equipment to use as well. Sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515.
	Nov 12 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	The Kilowatt	This is a variation of Cliff Watt’s Kilowatt fly that has produced some really nice steelhead for me on the San Lorenzo. I’ve swung it on a skaget line in the estuary, dead, drifted it on a tight line in the riffles, and through runs under a bobber. It also can be jigged like a spoon through a pool or frog water. As always, the classes are free and materials are provided if you have black 140 denier or 3/0 wax nylon, please bring it. The club will have thread to borrow. For you beginners there will be equipment to use as well. Sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-345-0864.

Posted on April 24th, 2025

Posted on August 18, 2025August 22, 2025 by Myles Honda

Club Activities – September thru November

Date	Activity Link	Description	Location
Sep 05 8:00 am - 10:00 am	Spey Casting Class--8:00 AM Start on San Lorenzo River	Casting Master: Alex Ferber For this class I will focus on an Introduction to Spey casting and be gearing it to those with little or no experience. Those with experience are welcome to come and work on their casting and I will be available to give tips. I have rods to loan out, so if you don’t have a 2 handed rod there will rods for you to use. I should have enough for about 8 people. The remainder of the classes ( dates to be announced) will be a chance to continue your practice, but also an opportunity to work on some other casts that you might be interested in learning. We will be wading into the river, so waders are a good idea. We won’t be fishing–no hooks allowed. We’ll have yarn to attach to your leader. If you can, please let me know if you can attend, but it’s not necessary. Just show up. 831-419-0564 We will be meeting at the Mike Fox Skate park parking lot on the San Lorenzo river at 8 AM. Address: 299 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060	Mike Fox Skate Park Parking Lot
Sep 14 8:00 am - 10:00 am	Spey Casting Class--8:00 AM Start on San Lorenzo River	Casting Master: Alex Ferber For this class I will focus on an Introduction to Spey casting and be gearing it to those with little or no experience. Those with experience are welcome to come and work on their casting and I will be available to give tips. I have rods to loan out, so if you don’t have a 2 handed rod there will rods for you to use. I should have enough for about 8 people. The remainder of the classes ( dates to be announced) will be a chance to continue your practice, but also an opportunity to work on some other casts that you might be interested in learning. We will be wading into the river, so waders are a good idea. We won’t be fishing–no hooks allowed. We’ll have yarn to attach to your leader. If you can, please let me know if you can attend, but it’s not necessary. Just show up. 831-419-0564 We will be meeting at the Mike Fox Skate park parking lot on the San Lorenzo river at 8 AM. Address: 299 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060	Mike Fox Skate Park Parking Lot
Sep 20 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm	Fly Casting Meetup	We will be working on FFI skills development course from the Bronze and Silver levels. If you’re not familiar with these exercises, it would be a great time to come out and see what it’s all about. The skills are directed at improving your casting skills, and will improve your overall fly fishing success. This will be a perfect time for those folks who are just getting started, to learn some basic core casting techniques. I will have practice rods if needed. Hope to see you there.	Jade Street Park baseball field
Sep 21 8:00 am - 10:00 am	Spey Casting Class--8:00 AM Start on San Lorenzo River	Casting Master: Alex Ferber For this class I will focus on an Introduction to Spey casting and be gearing it to those with little or no experience. Those with experience are welcome to come and work on their casting and I will be available to give tips. I have rods to loan out, so if you don’t have a 2 handed rod there will rods for you to use. I should have enough for about 8 people. The remainder of the classes ( dates to be announced) will be a chance to continue your practice, but also an opportunity to work on some other casts that you might be interested in learning. We will be wading into the river, so waders are a good idea. We won’t be fishing–no hooks allowed. We’ll have yarn to attach to your leader. If you can, please let me know if you can attend, but it’s not necessary. Just show up. 831-419-0564 We will be meeting at the Mike Fox Skate park parking lot on the San Lorenzo river at 8 AM. Address: 299 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060	Mike Fox Skate Park Parking Lot
Oct 11 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm	Fly Casting Meetup	This month we will have an informal casting practice session where you can work on aspects of your cast of your choice. If you want to work on accuracy, bring a target,. I’ll bring a few as well. If you are just getting started, come and pick up a few tips. Practice rods will be provided if needed. Hope to see you there. October 11th 1:00-3:00 PM Jade Street Park 4400 Jade St Capitola, 95010	Jade Street Park baseball field
Oct 25 8:00 am - 11:00 am	San Lorenzo River Cleanup	Cleaning up our Local Waters!	SanLo – Ocean Extension

Posted on August 18th, 2025

Posted on August 18, 2025August 22, 2025 by Myles Honda

Fishout Schedule

The newsletter provides brief fishout info. For full detail, go to the website menu and select EVENTS -> Fishout Schedule

Date	Link (new tab)	Description
Sep 06 6:00 am - 10:00 am	Beer Can Beach Surf Fishing – CO Fishout with The San Jose Fly Fishing Club	Location: Beer Can Beach (AKA Summer Beach) - Staircase at 1191 Via Palo Alto, Aptos Fish Master:Michael Lovejoy <mikelovejoy94@gmail.com> Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: RSVP For Breakfast by 5:00pm September 3nd 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) Flies: Clousers, wooly buggers, sand crabs, etc. Steve Adachi Clouser What to Expect: Meet at [...]
Sep 20 - Oct 04 12:00 am	Mammoth Fishout -Sept. 20-Oct. 4th	Fall trout fishing in streams and lakes. Trip is for seven days and the participants share a condo in Mammoth Lakes.
Oct 04 5:45 am - 10:30 am	Manresa State Beach Surf Fishout – CO Fishout with The Delta Fly Fishers	Location: Manresa State Beach (Ocean View Drive, La Selva Beach Parking Lot) Meet at 5:45AM Sunrise is 7:04AM and we will be fishing an incoming tide cresting at 9:28AM. Fish Master: Lance Boiling / clboling@gmail.com / 408-728-0548 Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: The Delta Fly Fishers will be joining us on this outing 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 [...]
Oct 04 5:45 am - 10:30 am	Manresa State Beach Surf Fishout – CO Fishout with The Delta Fly Fishers	Location: Manresa State Beach (236 Ocean View Drive Parking Lot) Meet at 5:45AM Sunrise is 7:04AM and we will be fishing an incoming tide cresting at 9:28AM. Fish Master: Lance Boiling / clboling@gmail.com / 408-728-0548 Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: The Delta Fly Fishers will be joining us on this outing 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 [...]
Oct 16 - Oct 20	O’Neill Forebay ‘Stosh’ Memorial Fishout October 16-20th	Camping and striped bass fishing at the O'Neil Forebay.
Nov 07 - Nov 09 12:00 am	Trinity River Fishout	Target: Steelhead and trout. Contact Alex Ferber if you are interested in going on the trip, text Alex at (831) 419-0564 or alex.ferber74@gmail.com.
Mar 15 - Mar 21	Pyramid Lake Ladder Fishout – March 2026 – UPDATED	Fishmaster: Mike White Greetings fellow Santa Cruz Fly Fishing Club Members I have been leading the Pyramid Lake fishing trip for the past ten years. It has always been a remarkable fish out, and one of the best attended too. This one is similar to trips we've done in the past except on a smaller scale. I have reserved 2 trailers and can accommodate 10 people. The dates are March 15th through the 21st. The weather can be very unpredictable in March, but we have had good times in the past fishing this time of year. The cost will range [...]
Apr 25 - May 02 12:00 am	Green River – Utah	2026 Green River Fishout is now open! We are doing a maximum of 12 people. Contact Fishmaster Scott Andersen for more information; Cell: 831-247-2993. Email: scott.a.andersen@gmail.com

Posted on August 18th, 2025

Posted on July 25, 2025July 25, 2025 by Myles Honda

August: Club BBQ and casting

Aug 06 6:00 PM at the Aptos Grange

For our August meeting, we’ll get together for our annual summer B-B-Q. This year, we’ll meet at 6:00 pm at the Aptos Grange. The club will host a hamburgers and hot-dog cookout with all the fixings along green salad, potato salad, chips, and dessert, water and sodas. If you are vegan, bring us your Impossible burgers and we will be happy to grill them for you.

Adult beverages will not be offered. Feel free to bring your own. This meeting is a great opportunity to meet and greet in person. We suggest a $5 donation for the dinner.

Alex Ferber will be there with the club rods to do a casting clinic and also discuss the double-handed spey casting clinic this fall along with the Trinity river fishout on the weekend of November 7th.

NOTE: Prior to the start of the General Meeting at 6:15 pm, we will be conducting short Introductory Skills to help our those new to the sport. We will also have the same Introductory Skills class at the casting clinic. Please look at the Club Activities article in the Newsletter for more information.

Posted on July 25th, 2025

Posted on July 18, 2025July 18, 2025 by Myles Honda

August Fly Tying Class: Crackleback Dry Wooly

by Tom Eckert

Aug 13 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange

Crackleback Dry Wooly. This fly pattern is a great, generic representation of several insects found at stream or lakes. It can be fished dry or wet. Much like a Griffith’s Gnat but has far more color and material variations to match a variety of hatches. You need these in your fly box. “Expect near instant success!”

Class is free!!

Provided: All materials except thread (some available for beginners ) instructions, helpful assistance, and demonstrations.

Bring: Thread( black, brown or hot red 8/0) vice, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed. (Some are available for beginners).

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.

Date	Fly	Excerpt
Aug 13 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Crackleback Dry Wooly	Crackleback Dry Wooly. This fly pattern is a great, generic representation of several insects found at stream or lakes. It can be fished dry or wet. Much like a Griffith’s Gnat but has far more color and material variations to match a variety of hatches. You need these in your fly box. “Expect near instant success!” Class is free!! Provided: All materials except thread (some available for beginners ) instructions, helpful assistance, and demonstrations. Bring: Thread( black, brown or hot red 8/0) vice, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed. (Some are available for beginners). Sign Up: At the club meeting or instructor at least 24 hours ahead. Phone # 831-818-3801
Sep 10 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Loberg	We will be tying a streamer fly that is particularly successful at Crowley Lake near Mammoth. Tie up a few for the fishout there at the end of the month. It imitates a bait fish so will work in many stillwaters for bass or trout. Please bring your equipment and red 6/0 thread. If you don’t have 6/0, 8/0 will work as well. There will be a red sharpie pen to color any light colored thread.For you beginners, everything will be provided for you to borrow. As always, the class is free and all materials provided. Sign ups are very important in order to have enough material for all. Please do that at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515
Oct 08 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Gurgler	So are you looking for a fly to go after those stripers in the O’Neill Forbay? The club fishout being heldthere will be coming up very soon. When the stripers start boiling at the top of the surface, this is a fly you ought to use. As always, the classes, are freeand materials are provided. If you have white,flat waxed nylon, please bring it. We will also be using either 6/0 or 3/0. The club will have thread to borrow. For you beginners there will be equipment to use as well. Sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515.
Nov 12 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	The Kilowatt	This is a variation of Cliff Watt’s Kilowatt fly that has produced some really nice steelhead for me on the San Lorenzo. I’ve swung it on a skaget line in the estuary, dead, drifted it on a tight line in the riffles, and through runs under a bobber. It also can be jigged like a spoon through a pool or frog water. As always, the classes are free and materials are provided if you have black 140 denier or 3/0 wax nylon, please bring it. The club will have thread to borrow. For you beginners there will be equipment to use as well. Sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-345-0864.

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Club Activities – August thru October

Date	Activity Link	Description	Location
Aug 23 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm	Fly Casting Meetup	We will be working on FFI skills development course from the Bronze and Silver levels. If you’re not familiar with these exercises, it would be a great time to come out and see what it’s all about. The skills are directed at improving your casting skills, and will improve your overall fly fishing success. This will be a perfect time for those folks who are just getting started, to learn some basic core casting techniques. I will have practice rods if needed. Hope to see you there.	Jade Street Park baseball field
Sep 05 8:00 am - 10:00 am	Spey Casting Class--8:00 AM Start on San Lorenzo River	Casting Master: Alex Ferber For this class I will focus on an Introduction to Spey casting and be gearing it to those with little or no experience. Those with experience are welcome to come and work on their casting and I will be available to give tips. I have rods to loan out, so if you don’t have a 2 handed rod there will rods for you to use. I should have enough for about 8 people. The remainder of the classes ( dates to be announced) will be a chance to continue your practice, but also an opportunity to work on some other casts that you might be interested in learning. We will be wading into the river, so waders are a good idea. We won’t be fishing–no hooks allowed. We’ll have yarn to attach to your leader. If you can, please let me know if you can attend, but it’s not necessary. Just show up. 831-419-0564 We will be meeting at the Mike Fox Skate park parking lot on the San Lorenzo river at 8 AM. Address: 299 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060	Mike Fox Skate Park Parking Lot
Sep 14 8:00 am - 10:00 am	Spey Casting Class--8:00 AM Start on San Lorenzo River	Casting Master: Alex Ferber For this class I will focus on an Introduction to Spey casting and be gearing it to those with little or no experience. Those with experience are welcome to come and work on their casting and I will be available to give tips. I have rods to loan out, so if you don’t have a 2 handed rod there will rods for you to use. I should have enough for about 8 people. The remainder of the classes ( dates to be announced) will be a chance to continue your practice, but also an opportunity to work on some other casts that you might be interested in learning. We will be wading into the river, so waders are a good idea. We won’t be fishing–no hooks allowed. We’ll have yarn to attach to your leader. If you can, please let me know if you can attend, but it’s not necessary. Just show up. 831-419-0564 We will be meeting at the Mike Fox Skate park parking lot on the San Lorenzo river at 8 AM. Address: 299 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060	Mike Fox Skate Park Parking Lot
Sep 20 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm	Fly Casting Meetup	We will be working on FFI skills development course from the Bronze and Silver levels. If you’re not familiar with these exercises, it would be a great time to come out and see what it’s all about. The skills are directed at improving your casting skills, and will improve your overall fly fishing success. This will be a perfect time for those folks who are just getting started, to learn some basic core casting techniques. I will have practice rods if needed. Hope to see you there.	Jade Street Park baseball field
Sep 21 8:00 am - 10:00 am	Spey Casting Class--8:00 AM Start on San Lorenzo River	Casting Master: Alex Ferber For this class I will focus on an Introduction to Spey casting and be gearing it to those with little or no experience. Those with experience are welcome to come and work on their casting and I will be available to give tips. I have rods to loan out, so if you don’t have a 2 handed rod there will rods for you to use. I should have enough for about 8 people. The remainder of the classes ( dates to be announced) will be a chance to continue your practice, but also an opportunity to work on some other casts that you might be interested in learning. We will be wading into the river, so waders are a good idea. We won’t be fishing–no hooks allowed. We’ll have yarn to attach to your leader. If you can, please let me know if you can attend, but it’s not necessary. Just show up. 831-419-0564 We will be meeting at the Mike Fox Skate park parking lot on the San Lorenzo river at 8 AM. Address: 299 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060	Mike Fox Skate Park Parking Lot
Oct 11 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm	Fly Casting Meetup	This month we will have an informal casting practice session where you can work on aspects of your cast of your choice. If you want to work on accuracy, bring a target,. I’ll bring a few as well. If you are just getting started, come and pick up a few tips. Practice rods will be provided if needed. Hope to see you there. October 11th 1:00-3:00 PM Jade Street Park 4400 Jade St Capitola, 95010	Jade Street Park baseball field
Oct 25 8:00 am - 11:00 am	San Lorenzo River Cleanup	Cleaning up our Local Waters!	SanLo – Ocean Extension

Posted on July 21st, 2025

Posted on July 21, 2025July 21, 2025 by Myles Honda

Fishout Schedule

The newsletter provides brief fishout info. For full detail, go to the website menu and select EVENTS -> Fishout Schedule

Date	Link (new tab)	Description
Aug 09 5:45 am - 8:30 am	Palm Beach Surf Fishout w/ coffee and snacks afterwards	Fishmaster : Scott Kitayama Contact info: scotttkitayama@gmail.com Location: Palm Beach State Park Date High Tide Low Tide Sun Moon AM ft PM ft AM ft PM ft Rise Set 9 Sat 12:06 PM 4.0 10:53 5.5 5:25 -0.7 4:46 2.4 6:19 8:06 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 [...]
Aug 23 5:45 am - 10:30 am	Palm Beach Surf Fishout – CO Fishout with The Fresno Fly Fishers	Location: Palm Beach State Park (End of Beach Rd. In front of the state park) Location subject to change depending on conditions. Updates to be provided. Stay tuned Meet at 5:45AM Sunrise is 6:29AM and we will be fishing an incoming tide cresting at 11:57AM. Fish Master: Justin Ice / justin@schwagerdavis.com / 408-690-6143 Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: The Fresno Fly Fishers will be joining us on this outing and all are welcome to join https://flyfishers.clubexpress.com/ Gear: 6-8wt. Rods with full sinking lines or shooting heads to match the rod. Polarized glasses (safety), Mandatory Accessories: Wader Belt & Stripping Basket [...]
Sep 06 6:00 am - 10:00 am	Beer Can Beach Surf Fishing – CO Fishout with The San Jose Fly Fishing Club	Location: Beer Can Beach (AKA Summer Beach) - Staircase at 1191 Via Palo Alto, Aptos Fish Master:Michael Lovejoy <mikelovejoy94@gmail.com> Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: RSVP For Breakfast by 5:00pm September 3nd 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) Flies: Clousers, wooly buggers, sand crabs, etc. Steve Adachi Clouser What to Expect: Meet at [...]
Sep 20 - Oct 04 12:00 am	Mammoth Fishout -Sept. 20-Oct. 4th	Fall trout fishing in streams and lakes. Trip is for seven days and the participants share a condo in Mammoth Lakes.
Oct 04 5:45 am - 10:30 am	Manresa State Beach Surf Fishout – CO Fishout with The Delta Fly Fishers	Location: Manresa State Beach (Ocean View Drive, La Selva Beach Parking Lot) Meet at 5:45AM Sunrise is 7:04AM and we will be fishing an incoming tide cresting at 9:28AM. Fish Master: Lance Boiling / clboling@gmail.com / 408-728-0548 Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: The Delta Fly Fishers will be joining us on this outing 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 [...]
Oct 04 5:45 am - 10:30 am	Manresa State Beach Surf Fishout – CO Fishout with The Delta Fly Fishers	Location: Manresa State Beach (236 Ocean View Drive Parking Lot) Meet at 5:45AM Sunrise is 7:04AM and we will be fishing an incoming tide cresting at 9:28AM. Fish Master: Lance Boiling / clboling@gmail.com / 408-728-0548 Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: The Delta Fly Fishers will be joining us on this outing 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 [...]
Oct 16 - Oct 20	O’Neill Forebay ‘Stosh’ Memorial Fishout October 16-20th	Camping and striped bass fishing at the O'Neil Forebay.
Nov 07 - Nov 09 12:00 am	Trinity River Fishout	Target: Steelhead and trout. Contact Alex Ferber if you are interested in going on the trip, text Alex at (831) 419-0564 or alex.ferber74@gmail.com.
Mar 15 - Mar 21	Pyramid Lake Ladder Fishout – March 2026 – UPDATED	Fishmaster: Mike White Greetings fellow Santa Cruz Fly Fishing Club Members I have been leading the Pyramid Lake fishing trip for the past ten years. It has always been a remarkable fish out, and one of the best attended too. This one is similar to trips we've done in the past except on a smaller scale. I have reserved 2 trailers and can accommodate 10 people. The dates are March 15th through the 21st. The weather can be very unpredictable in March, but we have had good times in the past fishing this time of year. The cost will range [...]

Posted on July 21st, 2025

Posted on June 20, 2025July 5, 2025 by Myles Honda

July Fly Tying Class: Chubby Stimi

by Jesse Collins

Jul 09 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange

This fly is a simplified Stimulator pattern that keys in on the buoyant properties of the fly without some of the more complicated techniques. It’s a great dry/dropper pattern. The CDC and EP fiber wings have a great silhouette and the fly rides high in the water. This is a great caddis pattern (especially October caddis). You can play around with color combinations to match the caddis in your area. This fly is great for a hopper dropper set ups as well.

Class is Free

Provided: All materials except thread (some available for beginners) Instructions, helpful assistance, and demonstrations.

Bring: Thread (brown or olive 8/0 denier) vise, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed (some available for beginners).

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.

Date	Fly	Excerpt
Jul 09 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Chubby Stimi	This fly is a simplified Stimulator pattern that keys in on the buoyant properties of the fly without some of the more complicated techniques. It’s a great dry/dropper pattern. The CDC and EP fiber wings have a great silhouette and the fly rides high in the water. This is a great caddis pattern (especially October caddis). You can play around with color combinations to match the caddis in your area. This fly is great for a hopper dropper set ups as well. Class is Free Provided: All materials except thread (some available for beginners) Instructions, helpful assistance, and demonstrations. Bring: Thread (brown or olive 8/0 denier) vise, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed (some available for beginners). Sign Up: At the club meeting or instructor at least 24 hours ahead. Phone # 831-227-9987
Aug 13 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Crackleback Dry Wooly	Crackleback Dry Wooly. This fly pattern is a great, generic representation of several insects found at stream or lakes. It can be fished dry or wet. Much like a Griffith’s Gnat but has far more color and material variations to match a variety of hatches. You need these in your fly box. “Expect near instant success!” Class is free!! Provided: All materials except thread (some available for beginners ) instructions, helpful assistance, and demonstrations. Bring: Thread( black, brown or hot red 8/0) vice, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed. (Some are available for beginners). Sign Up: At the club meeting or instructor at least 24 hours ahead. Phone # 831-818-3801
Sep 10 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Loberg	We will be tying a streamer fly that is particularly successful at Crowley Lake near Mammoth. Tie up a few for the fishout there at the end of the month. It imitates a bait fish so will work in many stillwaters for bass or trout. Please bring your equipment and red 6/0 thread. If you don’t have 6/0, 8/0 will work as well. There will be a red sharpie pen to color any light colored thread.For you beginners, everything will be provided for you to borrow. As always, the class is free and all materials provided. Sign ups are very important in order to have enough material for all. Please do that at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515
Oct 08 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Gurgler	So are you looking for a fly to go after those stripers in the O’Neill Forbay? The club fishout being heldthere will be coming up very soon. When the stripers start boiling at the top of the surface, this is a fly you ought to use. As always, the classes, are freeand materials are provided. If you have white,flat waxed nylon, please bring it. We will also be using either 6/0 or 3/0. The club will have thread to borrow. For you beginners there will be equipment to use as well. Sign up at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515.

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Posted on June 20th, 2025

Posted on June 20, 2025June 20, 2025 by Myles Honda

Fishout Schedule

The newsletter provides brief fishout info. For full detail, go to the website menu and select EVENTS -> Fishout Schedule

Date	Link (new tab)	Description
Jul 05 5:20 am - 10:00 am	Beer Can Beach Surf Fishing – UPDATED –	Date: Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 5:20 am. Location: Beer Can Beach (AKA Summer Beach) - Staircase at 1191 Via Palo Alto, Aptos (no bathrooms) Fish Master: Scott Kitayama / scottkitayama@gmail.com Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Meet at 5:20AM. Sunrise is at 5:53 and we are fishing a 3-foot tidal crest, high tide being 8: 55AM. Breakfast at Mike Lovejoy’s house, 115 Driftwood Ct, Aptos, please RSVP by July 3rd to mikelovejoy94@gmail.com. Coffee at 8:00am and breakfast served 8:30-9:30. Park on the street. Hot water available for hand wash. Hose available for rinsing equipment.
Jul 07 6:00 am	Loreto Fly Fishing Trip	Loreto Mexico Details to be finalized and date to be confirmed 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 [...]
Aug 09 5:45 am - 8:30 am	Palm Beach Surf Fishout w/ coffee and snacks afterwards	Fishmaster : Scott Kitayama Contact info: scotttkitayama@gmail.com Location: Palm Beach State Park Date High Tide Low Tide Sun Moon AM ft PM ft AM ft PM ft Rise Set 9 Sat 12:06 PM 4.0 10:53 5.5 5:25 -0.7 4:46 2.4 6:19 8:06 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 [...]
Aug 23 5:45 am - 10:30 am	Palm Beach Surf Fishout – CO Fishout with The Fresno Fly Fishers	Location: Palm Beach State Park (End of Beach Rd. In front of the state park) Location subject to change depending on conditions. Updates to be provided. Stay tuned Meet at 5:45AM Sunrise is 6:29AM and we will be fishing an incoming tide cresting at 11:57AM. Fish Master: Justin Ice / justin@schwagerdavis.com / 408-690-6143 Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: The Fresno Fly Fishers will be joining us on this outing and all are welcome to join https://flyfishers.clubexpress.com/ Gear: 6-8wt. Rods with full sinking lines or shooting heads to match the rod. Polarized glasses (safety), Mandatory Accessories: Wader Belt & Stripping Basket [...]
Sep 06 6:00 am - 10:00 am	Beer Can Beach Surf Fishing – CO Fishout with The San Jose Fly Fishing Club	Location: Beer Can Beach (AKA Summer Beach) - Staircase at 1191 Via Palo Alto, Aptos Fish Master:Michael Lovejoy <mikelovejoy94@gmail.com> Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: RSVP For Breakfast by 5:00pm September 3nd 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) Flies: Clousers, wooly buggers, sand crabs, etc. Steve Adachi Clouser What to Expect: Meet at [...]
Sep 20 - Oct 04 12:00 am	Mammoth Fishout -Sept. 20-Oct. 4th	Fall trout fishing in streams and lakes. Trip is for seven days and the participants share a condo in Mammoth Lakes.
Oct 04 5:45 am - 10:30 am	Manresa State Beach Surf Fishout – CO Fishout with The Delta Fly Fishers	Location: Manresa State Beach (Ocean View Drive, La Selva Beach Parking Lot) Meet at 5:45AM Sunrise is 7:04AM and we will be fishing an incoming tide cresting at 9:28AM. Fish Master: Lance Boiling / clboling@gmail.com / 408-728-0548 Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: The Delta Fly Fishers will be joining us on this outing 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 [...]
Oct 04 5:45 am - 10:30 am	Manresa State Beach Surf Fishout – CO Fishout with The Delta Fly Fishers	Location: Manresa State Beach (236 Ocean View Drive Parking Lot) Meet at 5:45AM Sunrise is 7:04AM and we will be fishing an incoming tide cresting at 9:28AM. Fish Master: Lance Boiling / clboling@gmail.com / 408-728-0548 Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: The Delta Fly Fishers will be joining us on this outing 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 [...]
Oct 16 - Oct 20	O’Neill Forebay ‘Stosh’ Memorial Fishout October 16-20th	Camping and striped bass fishing at the O'Neil Forebay.
Nov 07 - Nov 09 12:00 am	Trinity River Fishout	Target: Steelhead and trout. Contact Alex Ferber if you are interested in going on the trip, text Alex at (831) 419-0564 or alex.ferber74@gmail.com.

Posted on June 20th, 2025

Posted on May 22, 2025May 27, 2025 by Myles Honda

June: Jesse Collins – Stream Entomology

Jun 04 6:45 PM at the Aptos Grange
Jesse Collins - Entymology

Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89352294939

Our own Jesse Collins is going to give a presentation on stream entomology (study of insects). Not only will this help you understand the insects that are around the streams, but also a discussion of the flies that imitate them and how to fish them.

Posted on May 22nd, 2025

Posted on April 7, 2025April 22, 2025 by Myles Honda

June Fly Tying Class: Royal Trude

by Greg Foy

Jun 11 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange

The fly for the June fly tying class is the Royal Trude. Participants will need black thread.
The Royal Trude is a classic, versatile attractor fly pattern known for its bold appearance and ability to float well in rough water, featuring a calf hair wing, golden pheasant tail, peacock body, and a heavy brown hackle. We use it to imitate caddis and ants, as well as a general attractor. The royal trude is still one of the most versatile attractors in the west.

There will be a sign-up sheet at the monthly club meeting the week prior to this fly tying class (June 4th). Greg will also be present at the May club meeting with the sign up sheet.

If you are unable to sign up at the club meeting, Greg can be reached for sign-ups at (831) 239-8780

The class will start at 6:30pm, doors open at 6:15pm.

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.

Date	Fly	Excerpt
Jun 11 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Royal Trude	The fly for the June fly tying class is the Royal Trude. Participants will need black thread. The Royal Trude is a classic, versatile attractor fly pattern known for its bold appearance and ability to float well in rough water, featuring a calf hair wing, golden pheasant tail, peacock body, and a heavy brown hackle. We use it to imitate caddis and ants, as well as a general attractor. The royal trude is still one of the most versatile attractors in the west. There will be a sign-up sheet at the monthly club meeting the week prior to this fly tying class (June 4th). Greg will also be present at the May club meeting with the sign up sheet. If you are unable to sign up at the club meeting, Greg can be reached for sign-ups at (831) 239-8780 The class will start at 6:30pm, doors open at 6:15pm.
Jul 09 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Chubby Stimi	This fly is a simplified Stimulator pattern that keys in on the buoyant properties of the fly without some of the more complicated techniques. It’s a great dry/dropper pattern. The CDC and EP fiber wings have a great silhouette and the fly rides high in the water. This is a great caddis pattern (especially October caddis). You can play around with color combinations to match the caddis in your area. This fly is great for a hopper dropper set ups as well. Class is Free Provided: All materials except thread (some available for beginners) Instructions, helpful assistance, and demonstrations. Bring: Thread (brown or olive 8/0 denier) vise, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed (some available for beginners). Sign Up: At the club meeting or instructor at least 24 hours ahead. Phone # 831-227-9987
Aug 13 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Crackleback Dry Wooly	Crackleback Dry Wooly. This fly pattern is a great, generic representation of several insects found at stream or lakes. It can be fished dry or wet. Much like a Griffith’s Gnat but has far more color and material variations to match a variety of hatches. You need these in your fly box. “Expect near instant success!” Class is free!! Provided: All materials except thread (some available for beginners ) instructions, helpful assistance, and demonstrations. Bring: Thread( black, brown or hot red 8/0) vice, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed. (Some are available for beginners). Sign Up: At the club meeting or instructor at least 24 hours ahead. Phone # 831-818-3801
Sep 10 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Loberg	We will be tying a streamer fly that is particularly successful at Crowley Lake near Mammoth. Tie up a few for the fishout there at the end of the month. It imitates a bait fish so will work in many stillwaters for bass or trout. Please bring your equipment and red 6/0 thread. If you don’t have 6/0, 8/0 will work as well. There will be a red sharpie pen to color any light colored thread.For you beginners, everything will be provided for you to borrow. As always, the class is free and all materials provided. Sign ups are very important in order to have enough material for all. Please do that at the club meeting or call with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515

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Posted on April 7th, 2025

Posted on May 27, 2025 by Myles Honda

Fishout Schedule

The newsletter provides brief fishout info. For full detail, go to the website menu and select EVENTS -> Fishout Schedule

Date	Link (new tab)	Description
Jun 02 - Jun 04	Pyramid Lake Fishout	Fishmaster: Mike White Greetings fellow Santa Cruz Fly Fishing Club Members I have been leading the Pyramid Lake fishing trip for the past ten years. It has always been a remarkable fish out, and one of the best attended too. However the past three years have been very challenging and we have not caught very many fish and people have come away disappointed with the outcome. That leads me to a new discovery about how to fish Pyramid Lake. Jeff Goyertte, a club member and our raffle coordinator took a trip to the lake and fished with Rob Anderson, a [...]
Jun 07 5:15 am - 10:00 am	Manresa State Beach Surf Fishout	Location: Manresa State Beach (Ocean View Drive, La Selva Beach Parking Lot) Fish Master: Lance Boiling / clboling@gmail.com / 408-728-0548 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) Flies: Clousers, wooly buggers, sand crabs, etc. https://www.lostcoastoutfitters.com/collections/surf-flies What to Expect: Good Times Meet at 5:15AM Sunrise is 5:47AM and [...]
Jun 20 - Jun 22	Burney and Around – UPDATED –	Date and description subject to change due to seasonal conditions Please Stay Tuned Fishmaster: Alex Ferber Location: Lakes, rivers and streams of the Burney area Species: Trout Duration: 3 Days Cost: No Cost Meet Up: Date of Fishout TBD and subject to change due seasonal conditions 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 [...]
Jun 22 - Jun 28 12:00 am	Lake Almanor/Hex Hatch – Jun 22th – 28th 2025	The Lake Almanor Fishout is scheduled for the last week of June, 6/22 thru 28th, 2025. 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 [...]
Jul 05 5:20 am - 10:00 am	Beer Can Beach Surf Fishing – UPDATED –	Date: Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 5:20 am. Location: Beer Can Beach (AKA Summer Beach) - Staircase at 1191 Via Palo Alto, Aptos (no bathrooms) Fish Master: Scott Kitayama / scottkitayama@gmail.com Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Meet at 5:20AM. Sunrise is at 5:53 and we are fishing a 3-foot tidal crest, high tide being 8: 55AM. Breakfast at Mike Lovejoy’s house, 115 Driftwood Ct, Aptos, please RSVP by July 3rd to mikelovejoy94@gmail.com. Coffee at 8:00am and breakfast served 8:30-9:30. Park on the street. Hot water available for hand wash. Hose available for rinsing equipment.
Jul 07 6:00 am	Loreto Fly Fishing Trip	Loreto Mexico Details to be finalized and date to be confirmed 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 [...]
Aug 09 5:45 am - 8:30 am	Palm Beach Surf Fishout w/ coffee and snacks afterwards	Fishmaster : Scott Kitayama Contact info: scotttkitayama@gmail.com Location: Palm Beach State Park Date High Tide Low Tide Sun Moon AM ft PM ft AM ft PM ft Rise Set 9 Sat 12:06 PM 4.0 10:53 5.5 5:25 -0.7 4:46 2.4 6:19 8:06 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 [...]
Aug 23 5:45 am - 10:30 am	Palm Beach Surf Fishout – CO Fishout with The Fresno Fly Fishers	Location: Palm Beach State Park (End of Beach Rd. In front of the state park) Location subject to change depending on conditions. Updates to be provided. Stay tuned Meet at 5:45AM Sunrise is 6:29AM and we will be fishing an incoming tide cresting at 11:57AM. Fish Master: Justin Ice / justin@schwagerdavis.com / 408-690-6143 Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: The Fresno Fly Fishers will be joining us on this outing and all are welcome to join https://flyfishers.clubexpress.com/ Gear: 6-8wt. Rods with full sinking lines or shooting heads to match the rod. Polarized glasses (safety), Mandatory Accessories: Wader Belt & Stripping Basket [...]
Sep 06 6:00 am - 10:00 am	Beer Can Beach Surf Fishing – CO Fishout with The San Jose Fly Fishing Club	Location: Beer Can Beach (AKA Summer Beach) - Staircase at 1191 Via Palo Alto, Aptos Fish Master:Michael Lovejoy <mikelovejoy94@gmail.com> Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: RSVP For Breakfast by 5:00pm September 3nd 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) Flies: Clousers, wooly buggers, sand crabs, etc. Steve Adachi Clouser What to Expect: Meet at [...]
Sep 20 - Oct 04 12:00 am	Mammoth Fishout -Sept. 20-Oct. 4th	Fall trout fishing in streams and lakes. Trip is for seven days and the participants share a condo in Mammoth Lakes.
Oct 04 5:45 am - 10:30 am	Manresa State Beach Surf Fishout – CO Fishout with The Delta Fly Fishers	Location: Manresa State Beach (Ocean View Drive, La Selva Beach Parking Lot) Meet at 5:45AM Sunrise is 7:04AM and we will be fishing an incoming tide cresting at 9:28AM. Fish Master: Lance Boiling / clboling@gmail.com / 408-728-0548 Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: The Delta Fly Fishers will be joining us on this outing 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 [...]
Oct 04 5:45 am - 10:30 am	Manresa State Beach Surf Fishout – CO Fishout with The Delta Fly Fishers	Location: Manresa State Beach (236 Ocean View Drive Parking Lot) Meet at 5:45AM Sunrise is 7:04AM and we will be fishing an incoming tide cresting at 9:28AM. Fish Master: Lance Boiling / clboling@gmail.com / 408-728-0548 Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: The Delta Fly Fishers will be joining us on this outing 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 [...]
Oct 16 - Oct 20	O’Neill Forebay ‘Stosh’ Memorial Fishout October 16-20th	Camping and striped bass fishing at the O'Neil Forebay.
Nov 07 - Nov 09 12:00 am	Trinity River Fishout	Target: Steelhead and trout. Contact Alex Ferber if you are interested in going on the trip, text Alex at (831) 419-0564 or alex.ferber74@gmail.com.

Posted on May 27th, 2025

Posted on May 27, 2025 by Myles Honda

Club Activities – June thru August

Date	Activity Link	Description	Location
Jun 04 6:15 pm - 6:45 pm	Introductory Skills: Basic Indicator Nymph rigs	There are probably more nymph rig setups than there are members of our club. Going to start go through some basic rigs, what knots to use and how to make adjustments.	Aptos Grange
Jun 14 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm	Fly Casting Meetup	We will be working on FFI skills development course from the Bronze and Silver levels. If you’re not familiar with these exercises, it would be a great time to come out and see what it’s all about. The skills are directed at improving your casting skills, and will improve your overall fly fishing success. This will be a perfect time for those folks who are just getting started, to learn some basic core casting techniques. I will have practice rods if needed. Hope to see you there.	Jade Street Park baseball field
Jul 19 9:00 am - 11:00 am	Fly Casting Meetup--9:00 AM Start on San Lorenzo River	Casting Master: Alex Ferber This class will be focusing on the roll cast. Practicing on the water will make it a lot easier to master. I’d also like to expand on the roll cast by introducing single hand Spey casts. The use of single hand Spey casts will open up your ability to cast in tight quarters, and manipulate your line to open up new casting opportunities. Learning these casts will help introduce you to 2 handed Spey casting, as well as Trout Spey casts. Single Hand Spey casting works well with any regular fly line (Weight forward ideally). There are Single Spey/trout spey lines available, but not necessary at this time. Bring your rod or borrow one of the club rods. No special fly line is needed for this class. We will be meeting at the Mike Fox Skate park parking lot on the San Lorenzo river at 9 AM. Address: 299 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060	Mike Fox Skate Park Parking Lot
Aug 23 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm	Fly Casting Meetup	We will be working on FFI skills development course from the Bronze and Silver levels. If you’re not familiar with these exercises, it would be a great time to come out and see what it’s all about. The skills are directed at improving your casting skills, and will improve your overall fly fishing success. This will be a perfect time for those folks who are just getting started, to learn some basic core casting techniques. I will have practice rods if needed. Hope to see you there.	Jade Street Park baseball field

Posted on May 27th, 2025

Posted on April 24, 2025April 24, 2025 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

May: Lance Gray – Steelhead

May 07 6:45 PM at the Aptos Grange
Lance Gray - Steelheading on the Feather

Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89352294939

The Feather River, located in Oroville, CA, has a large Fall and Spring run of steelhead. The fishery has been in the news lately due to our wild winter 2017. The river has changed in many ways for the good. The high water has wiped the slate clean. New spawning gravel has been exposed, and side channels have been opened to rear the small steelhead and salmon minnows. The presentation gives a well-rounded view of the river. The lecture portion of this presentation covers history, angling information, access points, fly-fishing techniques, and flies. Lance will explore the difference between the Fall and Spring run fish and our tactics to target these great fish.

Lance will join us on Zoom to share the knowledge he’s gained since age 17, when he went to work at Powell’s in Chico, in the fly shop and building rods. He guided for Powell’s, led fly-tying and fly-fishing schools, and traveled.

In 1993, Lance and Kirsten started Saltwater Innovations, a company that manufactured and distributed products for saltwater fly fishing. Lance’s Crystal Popper, Gray’s Billfish Fly, the KO Charlie line and the Raghead Crabs are all Saltwater Innovations products. Kirsten worked behind the scenes, handling the day-to-day operation and running the manufacturing floor of the company.

In 2003 they launched Lance Gray & Company, a full-service outfitter offering guided trips, fly-fishing schools, workshops and a travel agency. Lance conducts presentations at fly clubs and outdoor shows and supports local groups like Cub Scouts and 4H. He’s a signature tier for Aqua Flies, pro staff member for Sage and Rio and is a featured writer, with articles published in Angling Trade Magazine, California Fly Fisher, Fly Fishermen, Sierra Fisherman and Northwest Fly Fishing.

Posted on April 24th, 2025

Posted on November 11, 2024April 22, 2025 by Myles Honda

May Fly Tying Class: No Mess Mouse

by Elaine Cook - Fly Tying Chairman

May 14 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange

Mouse patterns are becoming popular for bass and even trout fisherman. This is an easy fly to tie and good size. Please bring brown 6/0 thread. If you don’t have this thread, bring another 6/0 and there will be a Sharpie pen to color your thread. If you are a beginner, which we always welcome, there will be thread, vice, and tools for you to use. Please sign up at the club meeting or call me with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515. As always the class is free and all materials provided. We never seem to have enough table lights, so if you have one, please bring it.

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.

Date

Fly

Excerpt

Jun 11 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Royal Trude

There will be a sign-up sheet at the monthly club meeting the week prior to this fly tying class (June 4th). Greg will also be present at the May club meeting with the sign up sheet.

If you are unable to sign up at the club meeting, Greg can be reached for sign-ups at (831) 239-8780

The class will start at 6:30pm, doors open at 6:15pm.

Jul 09 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Chubby Stimi

Class is Free

Provided: All materials except thread (some available for beginners) Instructions, helpful assistance, and demonstrations.

Bring: Thread (brown or olive 8/0 denier) vise, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed (some available for beginners).

Aug 13 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Crackleback Dry Wooly

Class is free!!

Provided: All materials except thread (some available for beginners ) instructions, helpful assistance, and demonstrations.

Bring: Thread( black, brown or hot red 8/0) vice, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed. (Some are available for beginners).

Help

Posted on November 11th, 2024

Posted on April 22, 2025April 24, 2025 by Bob Garbarino

Club Activities – May thru July

Date	Activity Link	Description	Location
May 07 6:15 pm - 6:45 pm	Introductory Skills: Removing a hook from your skin	Here is a skill for the novice as well as the expert. How to get a hook out of the skin quickly and minimal pain or damage. It is a simple technique, but one that makes sense when you see it and can practice it. If you just want to know how to do it, here is a video, but I am sure you are going to want to practice it. https://youtu.be/KNvWououyp4?si=_WeZUxkrtrVw4JEq	Aptos Grange
May 10 10:00 am - 12:00 pm	Fly Casting Meetup--10:00 AM Start Time this Month	We will be working on FFI skills development course from the Bronze and Silver levels. If you’re not familiar with these exercises, it would be a great time to come out and see what it’s all about. The skills are directed at improving your casting skills, and will improve your overall fly fishing success. This will be a perfect time for those folks who are just getting started, to learn some basic core casting techniques. I will have practice rods if needed. Hope to see you there.	Jade Street Park baseball field
May 17 9:00 am - 1:00 pm	Swap Meet at Aptos Grange - 2025	Swap meet at the Aptos Grange parking lot. 9am to 1 pm. All things fishing/outdoors! BUY-SELL-TRADE	Aptos Grange
Jun 04 6:15 pm - 6:45 pm	Introductory Skills: Basic Indicator Nymph rigs	There are probably more nymph rig setups than there are members of our club. Going to start go through some basic rigs, what knots to use and how to make adjustments.	Aptos Grange
Jun 14 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm	Fly Casting Meetup	We will be working on FFI skills development course from the Bronze and Silver levels. If you’re not familiar with these exercises, it would be a great time to come out and see what it’s all about. The skills are directed at improving your casting skills, and will improve your overall fly fishing success. This will be a perfect time for those folks who are just getting started, to learn some basic core casting techniques. I will have practice rods if needed. Hope to see you there.	Jade Street Park baseball field
Jul 19 9:00 am - 11:00 am	Fly Casting Meetup--9:00 AM Start on San Lorenzo River	Casting Master: Alex Ferber This class will be focusing on the roll cast. Practicing on the water will make it a lot easier to master. I’d also like to expand on the roll cast by introducing single hand Spey casts. The use of single hand Spey casts will open up your ability to cast in tight quarters, and manipulate your line to open up new casting opportunities. Learning these casts will help introduce you to 2 handed Spey casting, as well as Trout Spey casts. Single Hand Spey casting works well with any regular fly line (Weight forward ideally). There are Single Spey/trout spey lines available, but not necessary at this time. Bring your rod or borrow one of the club rods. No special fly line is needed for this class. We will be meeting at the Mike Fox Skate park parking lot on the San Lorenzo river at 9 AM. Address: 299 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060	Mike Fox Skate Park Parking Lot

Posted on April 22nd, 2025

Posted on April 22, 2025April 22, 2025 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

Fishout Schedule

The newsletter provides brief fishout info. For full detail, go to the website menu and select EVENTS -> Fishout Schedule

Date	Link (new tab)	Description
May 10 5:45 am - 10:00 am	Rio Del Mar State Beach Surf Fishout	First Surf Fishout of 2025! Saturday May 10th 2025 5:45AM Location: Rio Del Mar State Beach
May 16 - May 19	Upper Sacramento River / McCloud Fishout – UPDATED –	This Fishout’s final date is still TBD and subject to river flows as we get closer to spring. The upper Sac. has excellent access via. Hwy 5 and by walking the railway tracks. Euro/High Stick/Indicator Nymphing is the go to.
Jun 02 - Jun 04	Pyramid Lake Fishout	Fishmaster: Mike White Greetings fellow Santa Cruz Fly Fishing Club Members I have been leading the Pyramid Lake fishing trip for the past ten years. It has always been a remarkable fish out, and one of the best attended too. However the past three years have been very challenging and we have not caught very many fish and people have come away disappointed with the outcome. That leads me to a new discovery about how to fish Pyramid Lake. Jeff Goyertte, a club member and our raffle coordinator took a trip to the lake and fished with Rob Anderson, a [...]
Jun 07 5:15 am - 10:00 am	Manresa State Beach Surf Fishout	Location: Manresa State Beach (Ocean View Drive, La Selva Beach Parking Lot) Fish Master: Lance Boiling / clboling@gmail.com / 408-728-0548 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) Flies: Clousers, wooly buggers, sand crabs, etc. https://www.lostcoastoutfitters.com/collections/surf-flies What to Expect: Good Times Meet at 5:15AM Sunrise is 5:47AM and [...]
Jun 20 - Jun 22	Burney and Around – UPDATED –	Date and description subject to change due to seasonal conditions Please Stay Tuned Fishmaster: Alex Ferber Location: Lakes, rivers and streams of the Burney area Species: Trout Duration: 3 Days Cost: No Cost Meet Up: Date of Fishout TBD and subject to change due seasonal conditions 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 [...]
Jun 22 - Jun 28 12:00 am	Lake Almanor/Hex Hatch – Jun 22th – 28th 2025	The Lake Almanor Fishout is scheduled for the last week of June, 6/22 thru 28th, 2025. 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 [...]
Jul 05 5:20 am - 10:00 am	Beer Can Beach Surf Fishing – UPDATED –	Date: Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 5:20 am. Location: Beer Can Beach (AKA Summer Beach) - Staircase at 1191 Via Palo Alto, Aptos (no bathrooms) Fish Master: Scott Kitayama / scottkitayama@gmail.com Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Meet at 5:20AM. Sunrise is at 5:53 and we are fishing a 3-foot tidal crest, high tide being 8: 55AM. Breakfast at Mike Lovejoy’s house, 115 Driftwood Ct, Aptos, please RSVP by July 3rd to mikelovejoy94@gmail.com. Coffee at 8:00am and breakfast served 8:30-9:30. Park on the street. Hot water available for hand wash. Hose available for rinsing equipment.
Jul 07 6:00 am	Loreto Fly Fishing Trip	Loreto Mexico Details to be finalized and date to be confirmed 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 [...]
Aug 09 5:45 am - 8:30 am	Palm Beach Surf Fishout w/ coffee and snacks afterwards	Fishmaster : Scott Kitayama Contact info: scotttkitayama@gmail.com Location: Palm Beach State Park Date High Tide Low Tide Sun Moon AM ft PM ft AM ft PM ft Rise Set 9 Sat 12:06 PM 4.0 10:53 5.5 5:25 -0.7 4:46 2.4 6:19 8:06 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 [...]
Aug 23 5:45 am - 10:30 am	Palm Beach Surf Fishout – CO Fishout with The Fresno Fly Fishers	Location: Palm Beach State Park (End of Beach Rd. In front of the state park) Location subject to change depending on conditions. Updates to be provided. Stay tuned Meet at 5:45AM Sunrise is 6:29AM and we will be fishing an incoming tide cresting at 11:57AM. Fish Master: Justin Ice / justin@schwagerdavis.com / 408-690-6143 Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: The Fresno Fly Fishers will be joining us on this outing and all are welcome to join https://flyfishers.clubexpress.com/ Gear: 6-8wt. Rods with full sinking lines or shooting heads to match the rod. Polarized glasses (safety), Mandatory Accessories: Wader Belt & Stripping Basket [...]
Sep 06 6:00 am - 10:00 am	Beer Can Beach Surf Fishing – CO Fishout with The San Jose Fly Fishing Club	Location: Beer Can Beach (AKA Summer Beach) - Staircase at 1191 Via Palo Alto, Aptos Fish Master:Michael Lovejoy <mikelovejoy94@gmail.com> Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: RSVP For Breakfast by 5:00pm September 3nd 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) Flies: Clousers, wooly buggers, sand crabs, etc. Steve Adachi Clouser What to Expect: Meet at [...]
Sep 20 - Oct 04 12:00 am	Mammoth Fishout -Sept. 20-Oct. 4th	Fall trout fishing in streams and lakes. Trip is for seven days and the participants share a condo in Mammoth Lakes.
Oct 04 5:45 am - 10:30 am	Manresa State Beach Surf Fishout – CO Fishout with The Delta Fly Fishers	Location: Manresa State Beach (Ocean View Drive, La Selva Beach Parking Lot) Meet at 5:45AM Sunrise is 7:04AM and we will be fishing an incoming tide cresting at 9:28AM. Fish Master: Lance Boiling / clboling@gmail.com / 408-728-0548 Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: The Delta Fly Fishers will be joining us on this outing 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 [...]
Oct 04 5:45 am - 10:30 am	Manresa State Beach Surf Fishout – CO Fishout with The Delta Fly Fishers	Location: Manresa State Beach (236 Ocean View Drive Parking Lot) Meet at 5:45AM Sunrise is 7:04AM and we will be fishing an incoming tide cresting at 9:28AM. Fish Master: Lance Boiling / clboling@gmail.com / 408-728-0548 Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: The Delta Fly Fishers will be joining us on this outing 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 [...]
Oct 16 - Oct 20	O’Neill Forebay ‘Stosh’ Memorial Fishout October 16-20th	Camping and striped bass fishing at the O'Neil Forebay.
Nov 07 - Nov 09 12:00 am	Trinity River Fishout	Target: Steelhead and trout. Contact Alex Ferber if you are interested in going on the trip, text Alex at (831) 419-0564 or alex.ferber74@gmail.com.

Posted on April 22nd, 2025

Posted on March 26, 2025 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

April: Rob Anderson – Bucket list fish

Apr 02 6:45 PM at the Aptos Grange
Rob Anderson - New Pyramid Lake Strategies

Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89352294939

Rob’s team will be guiding the club’s Pyramid trip on June 2nd – 4th. There are still spaces left, check your calendar and bring your questions to the meeting Pyramid trip link

Rob was born and raised in Virginia, where he grew up hunting and fishing from a very young age. A career in Golf brought Rob West and rekindled his interest in Fly Fishing. After a serious accident in 2000 that required surgery and rehabilitation, Rob changed careers and joined the Reno Fly Shop. He played a key role in building the guide service and became the first non-tribal guide at Pyramid Lake, where his efforts helped grow the lake’s popularity through fishing reports and a dedicated website.

In the early 2000s, Rob’s passion for Peacock Bass led him to Brazil, where he began hosting trips to the Amazon and developing a travel program. When the Reno Fly Shop closed in 2010, Rob launched his own website to promote local guiding, including trips to Pyramid Lake, and continued his work in the Amazon with various lodges. In 2016, he partnered with Neto Silva to create an exclusive fly-fishing program on the Xeruini River Preserve, now one of the world’s premier fishing destinations.

Today, Rob runs his local guide service, Bucket List Fly Fishing, and hosts charity events, all while supporting conservation and local communities. His passion for fishing, especially at Pyramid Lake, and his dedication to giving back continue to drive his work.

NOTE: Prior to the start of the General Meeting at 5:45 pm, we will be conducting short Introductory Skills to help our those new to the sport. We will also have the same Introductory Skills class at the casting clinic. Please look at the Club Activities article n the Newsletter for more information.

FUTURE SPEAKERS

Date	Monthly Speaker	Description
May 07	Lance Gray - Steelheading on the Feather	We’re excited to welcome Lance Grey, longtime friend of the club and owner/operator of Lance Grey & Company, to speak with us about some of Northern California’s most renowned fisheries, including Lake Almanor and the Feather River. Lance has spent years exploring and guiding in these waters, and his deep knowledge of these rivers and lakes will give us invaluable insights into fishing techniques, seasonal patterns, and how to make the most of your time on these iconic fisheries.
Jun 04	Jesse Collins - Entymology	Our own Jesse Collins is going to give a presentation on stream entomology (study of insects). Not only will this help you understand the insects that are around the streams, but also a discussion of the flies that imitate them and how to fish them.

Posted on March 26th, 2025

Posted on March 26, 2025April 3, 2025 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

F3T Film – Santa Cruz, April 23

Apr 23 6:00 PM at the Woodhouse Brewery
Fly Fishing Film Tour 2025

Woodhouse Brewery 119 Madrone St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 April 23rd @ 6:00PMThe 2025 Tour is Proudly Presented by the Santa Cruz Fly Fishing club

The 19th annual FLY FISHING FILM TOUR (F3T) is back on the road for 2025 with a top notch selection of short films that are sure to get you fired up for the season ahead!The F3T is the original and largest fly fishing film event of its kind and we are proud to be an annual community event for all anglers. Come for the action, buy a beer and snacks, and stay for the prizes.

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More info: https://flyfilmtour.com

Posted on March 26th, 2025

Posted on November 11, 2024March 26, 2025 by Myles Honda

April Fly Tying Class: Cicada

by Elaine Cook - Fly Tying Chairman

Apr 09 6:30 PM @ Aptos Grange

Cicadas are a large insect, are not aquatic, and hatch out in spring throughout the United States. They end up in the water on windy days in particular, but also, they are very poor pilots and are hatching out in the trees around rivers and streams. Trout and bass truly love these bugs. They’re made out of foam so are a high floaters. For those going to the Green River you will want to have a few of these in your box. It may be just a little too early for the cicadas to be out, but the fish have not forgotten about them.
As always, the class is free and materials provided. If you have black six on thread do bring it. We welcome you beginners and have vice and tools and thread for you to borrow. Sign ups are important so that enough material is there for those attending. Please sign up at the next club meeting or call me no later than the day before the class. 831-234-6515.

Future tying classes. Dates and subject may change, please go to Fly Name to see more information.

Date	Fly	Excerpt
May 14 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	No Mess Mouse	Mouse patterns are becoming popular for bass and even trout fisherman. This is an easy fly to tie and good size. Please bring brown 6/0 thread. If you don’t have this thread, bring another 6/0 and there will be a Sharpie pen to color your thread. If you are a beginner, which we always welcome, there will be thread, vice, and tools for you to use. Please sign up at the club meeting or call me with at least 24 hours notice. 831-234-6515. As always the class is free and all materials provided. We never seem to have enough table lights, so if you have one, please bring it.
Jun 11 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Royal Trude	The fly for the June fly tying class is the Royal Trude. Participants will need black thread. The Royal Trude is a classic, versatile attractor fly pattern known for its bold appearance and ability to float well in rough water, featuring a calf hair wing, golden pheasant tail, peacock body, and a heavy brown hackle. We use it to imitate caddis and ants, as well as a general attractor. The royal trude is still one of the most versatile attractors in the west. There will be a sign-up sheet at the monthly club meeting the week prior to this fly tying class (June 4th). Greg will also be present at the May club meeting with the sign up sheet. If you are unable to sign up at the club meeting, Greg can be reached for sign-ups at (831) 239-8780 The class will start at 6:30pm, doors open at 6:15pm.
Jul 09 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm	Chubby Stimi	This fly is a simplified Stimulator pattern that keys in on the buoyant properties of the fly without some of the more complicated techniques. It’s a great dry/dropper pattern. The CDC and EP fiber wings have a great silhouette and the fly rides high in the water. This is a great caddis pattern (especially October caddis). You can play around with color combinations to match the caddis in your area. This fly is great for a hopper dropper set ups as well. Class is Free Provided: All materials except thread (some available for beginners) Instructions, helpful assistance, and demonstrations. Bring: Thread (brown or olive 8/0 denier) vise, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed (some available for beginners). Sign Up: At the club meeting or instructor at least 24 hours ahead. Phone # 831-227-9987

Date

Fly

Excerpt

May 14 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

No Mess Mouse

Jun 11 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Royal Trude

There will be a sign-up sheet at the monthly club meeting the week prior to this fly tying class (June 4th). Greg will also be present at the May club meeting with the sign up sheet.

If you are unable to sign up at the club meeting, Greg can be reached for sign-ups at (831) 239-8780

The class will start at 6:30pm, doors open at 6:15pm.

Jul 09 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Chubby Stimi

Class is Free

Provided: All materials except thread (some available for beginners) Instructions, helpful assistance, and demonstrations.

Bring: Thread (brown or olive 8/0 denier) vise, tools, magnification, and glasses as needed (some available for beginners).

Help

Posted on November 11th, 2024

Posted on March 26, 2025 by Bob Garbarino

Club Activities – April thru June

Date	Activity Link	Description	Location
Apr 02 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm	Introductory Skills: Setting up, Moving, and Breaking down the fly rod	This will cover the basics of setting up, breaking down the fly rod. Practice and a few simple tricks will make you proficient. Another topic covered will be how to secure your rod and flies when moving from one area to another. Note: From the New Member Orientation meeting we had in February, it was obvious that we need to provide some introductory skills and knowledge to members who are just starting out in fly fishing. Instead of building some complicated training program, we are going to start by providing short skills development before the fly casting clinic and the general meetings.	Aptos Grange
Apr 19 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm	Introductory Skills: Removing a hook from your skin	Here is a skill for the novice as well as the expert. How to get a hook out of the skin quickly and minimal pain or damage. It is a simple technique, but one that makes sense when you see it and can practice it. If you just want to know how to do it, here is a video, but I am sure you are going to want to practice it. https://youtu.be/KNvWououyp4?si=_WeZUxkrtrVw4JEq	Jade Street Park baseball field
Apr 19 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm	Fly Casting Meetup	We will be working on FFI skills development course from the Bronze and Silver levels. If you’re not familiar with these exercises, it would be a great time to come out and see what it’s all about. The skills are directed at improving your casting skills, and will improve your overall fly fishing success. This will be a perfect time for those folks who are just getting started, to learn some basic core casting techniques. I will have practice rods if needed. Hope to see you there.	Jade Street Park baseball field
Apr 23 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm	Fly Fishing Film Tour 2025	The 19th annual FLY FISHING FILM TOUR (F3T) 2025 is at the Woodhouse Brewery with a top notch selection of short films that are sure to get you fired up for the season ahead!	Woodhouse Brewery
May 07 6:15 pm - 6:45 pm	Introductory Skills: Removing a hook from your skin	Here is a skill for the novice as well as the expert. How to get a hook out of the skin quickly and minimal pain or damage. It is a simple technique, but one that makes sense when you see it and can practice it. If you just want to know how to do it, here is a video, but I am sure you are going to want to practice it. https://youtu.be/KNvWououyp4?si=_WeZUxkrtrVw4JEq	Aptos Grange
May 10 10:00 am - 12:00 pm	Fly Casting Meetup--10:00 AM Start Time this Month	We will be working on FFI skills development course from the Bronze and Silver levels. If you’re not familiar with these exercises, it would be a great time to come out and see what it’s all about. The skills are directed at improving your casting skills, and will improve your overall fly fishing success. This will be a perfect time for those folks who are just getting started, to learn some basic core casting techniques. I will have practice rods if needed. Hope to see you there.	Jade Street Park baseball field
May 17 9:00 am - 1:00 pm	Swap Meet at Aptos Grange - 2025	Swap meet at the Aptos Grange parking lot. 9am to 1 pm. All things fishing/outdoors! BUY-SELL-TRADE	Aptos Grange
Jun 04 6:15 pm - 6:45 pm	Introductory Skills: Basic Indicator Nymph rigs	There are probably more nymph rig setups than there are members of our club. Going to start go through some basic rigs, what knots to use and how to make adjustments.	Aptos Grange
Jun 14 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm	Fly Casting Meetup	We will be working on FFI skills development course from the Bronze and Silver levels. If you’re not familiar with these exercises, it would be a great time to come out and see what it’s all about. The skills are directed at improving your casting skills, and will improve your overall fly fishing success. This will be a perfect time for those folks who are just getting started, to learn some basic core casting techniques. I will have practice rods if needed. Hope to see you there.	Jade Street Park baseball field

Posted on March 26th, 2025

Posted on March 26, 2025 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

Fishout Schedule

The newsletter provides brief fishout info. For full detail, go to the website menu and select EVENTS -> Fishout Schedule

Date	Link (new tab)	Description
Apr 12 6:00 am - 1:00 pm	Kelly Lake – Watsonville (bass, crappie)	Stand by as dates and details to be updated as the days get longer and warmer! Fishmaster: Scott Kitayama Location: Kelly Lake in Watsonville (Private lake limited to 6 people) Species: bass, crappie, bluegill Duration: 1 day Registration and Cost: No Cost, but you must contact Scott as the number of people fishing is limited. Contact at scottkitayama@gmail.com. Addtional Details & Confirmation of dates to be updated - Stay tuned Meeting time and place: Scott will directly be in contact with those that are coming on the Fishout. Equipment: Need to have float tube or kayak to fish the lake. [...]
Apr 18 - Apr 20	Rooster Comb Ranch – UPDATED –	23rd Annual Bass Fishout at Roostercomb Ranch 3/04/2025 - SOLD OUT - If you are still interested, contact the Fish Master to be added to the wait list (contact information below) This is our club's 23rd annual bass Fishout to the Roostercomb Ranch since year 2000. This sprawling private ranch is located adjacent to Henry Coe State Park, off Hwy 152 entrance in Hollister near Casa de Fruta Restaurant. It's a 22-mile off-road trek through the backcountry from the park entrance. This requires a 3-day weekend commitment. Accommodations are a 1928 ranch house and bunk house with options to tent [...]
Apr 26 - May 03 12:00 am	Green River – Utah	Green River - Utah Currently this trip is at maximum capacity. For wait list options or updates, please contact the Fishmaster Rick chace rchace@got.net General Information - It is necessary for us to pay upfront to reserve the accommodations. The club's standard approach to this is for each angler to pay his individual portion of the rental fee for sleeping accommodations. Each angler will be responsible for the weekly rate of $300. This is a nonrefundable fee. If an angler decides not to attend, they are responsible to sell their portion to another angler or forfeit their portion of the [...]
May 10 5:45 am - 10:00 am	Rio Del Mar State Beach Surf Fishout	First Surf Fishout of 2025! Saturday May 10th 2025 5:45AM Location: Rio Del Mar State Beach
May 16 - May 19	Upper Sacramento River / McCloud Fishout – UPDATED –	This Fishout’s final date is still TBD and subject to river flows as we get closer to spring. The upper Sac. has excellent access via. Hwy 5 and by walking the railway tracks. Euro/High Stick/Indicator Nymphing is the go to.
Jun 02 - Jun 04	Pyramid Lake Fishout	Fishmaster: Mike White Greetings fellow Santa Cruz Fly Fishing Club Members I have been leading the Pyramid Lake fishing trip for the past ten years. It has always been a remarkable fish out, and one of the best attended too. However the past three years have been very challenging and we have not caught very many fish and people have come away disappointed with the outcome. That leads me to a new discovery about how to fish Pyramid Lake. Jeff Goyertte, a club member and our raffle coordinator took a trip to the lake and fished with Rob Anderson, a [...]
Jun 07 5:15 am - 10:00 am	Manresa State Beach Surf Fishout	Location: Manresa State Beach (Ocean View Drive, La Selva Beach Parking Lot) Fish Master: Lance Boiling / clboling@gmail.com / 408-728-0548 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) Flies: Clousers, wooly buggers, sand crabs, etc. https://www.lostcoastoutfitters.com/collections/surf-flies What to Expect: Good Times Meet at 5:15AM Sunrise is 5:47AM and [...]
Jun 20 - Jun 22	Burney and Around – UPDATED –	Date and description subject to change due to seasonal conditions Please Stay Tuned Fishmaster: Alex Ferber Location: Lakes, rivers and streams of the Burney area Species: Trout Duration: 3 Days Cost: No Cost Meet Up: Date of Fishout TBD and subject to change due seasonal conditions 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 [...]
Jun 22 - Jun 28 12:00 am	Lake Almanor/Hex Hatch – Jun 22th – 28th 2025	The Lake Almanor Fishout is scheduled for the last week of June, 6/22 thru 28th, 2025. 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 [...]
Jul 05 5:20 am - 10:00 am	Beer Can Beach Surf Fishing – UPDATED –	Date: Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 5:20 am. Location: Beer Can Beach (AKA Summer Beach) - Staircase at 1191 Via Palo Alto, Aptos (no bathrooms) Fish Master: Scott Kitayama / scottkitayama@gmail.com Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Meet at 5:20AM. Sunrise is at 5:53 and we are fishing a 3-foot tidal crest, high tide being 8: 55AM. Breakfast at Mike Lovejoy’s house, 115 Driftwood Ct, Aptos, please RSVP by July 3rd to mikelovejoy94@gmail.com. Coffee at 8:00am and breakfast served 8:30-9:30. Park on the street. Hot water available for hand wash. Hose available for rinsing equipment.
Jul 07 6:00 am	Loreto Fly Fishing Trip	Loreto Mexico Details to be finalized and date to be confirmed 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 [...]
Aug 09 5:45 am - 8:30 am	Palm Beach Surf Fishout w/ coffee and snacks afterwards	Fishmaster : Scott Kitayama Contact info: scotttkitayama@gmail.com Location: Palm Beach State Park Date High Tide Low Tide Sun Moon AM ft PM ft AM ft PM ft Rise Set 9 Sat 12:06 PM 4.0 10:53 5.5 5:25 -0.7 4:46 2.4 6:19 8:06 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 [...]
Aug 23 5:45 am - 10:30 am	Palm Beach Surf Fishout – CO Fishout with The Fresno Fly Fishers	Location: Palm Beach State Park (End of Beach Rd. In front of the state park) Location subject to change depending on conditions. Updates to be provided. Stay tuned Meet at 5:45AM Sunrise is 6:29AM and we will be fishing an incoming tide cresting at 11:57AM. Fish Master: Justin Ice / justin@schwagerdavis.com / 408-690-6143 Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: The Fresno Fly Fishers will be joining us on this outing and all are welcome to join https://flyfishers.clubexpress.com/ Gear: 6-8wt. Rods with full sinking lines or shooting heads to match the rod. Polarized glasses (safety), Mandatory Accessories: Wader Belt & Stripping Basket [...]
Sep 06 6:00 am - 10:00 am	Beer Can Beach Surf Fishing – CO Fishout with The San Jose Fly Fishing Club	Location: Beer Can Beach (AKA Summer Beach) - Staircase at 1191 Via Palo Alto, Aptos Fish Master:Michael Lovejoy <mikelovejoy94@gmail.com> Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: RSVP For Breakfast by 5:00pm September 3nd 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) Flies: Clousers, wooly buggers, sand crabs, etc. Steve Adachi Clouser What to Expect: Meet at [...]
Sep 20 - Oct 04 12:00 am	Mammoth Fishout -Sept. 20-Oct. 4th	Fall trout fishing in streams and lakes. Trip is for seven days and the participants share a condo in Mammoth Lakes.
Oct 04 5:45 am - 10:30 am	Manresa State Beach Surf Fishout – CO Fishout with The Delta Fly Fishers	Location: Manresa State Beach (Ocean View Drive, La Selva Beach Parking Lot) Meet at 5:45AM Sunrise is 7:04AM and we will be fishing an incoming tide cresting at 9:28AM. Fish Master: Lance Boiling / clboling@gmail.com / 408-728-0548 Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: The Delta Fly Fishers will be joining us on this outing 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 [...]
Oct 04 5:45 am - 10:30 am	Manresa State Beach Surf Fishout – CO Fishout with The Delta Fly Fishers	Location: Manresa State Beach (236 Ocean View Drive Parking Lot) Meet at 5:45AM Sunrise is 7:04AM and we will be fishing an incoming tide cresting at 9:28AM. Fish Master: Lance Boiling / clboling@gmail.com / 408-728-0548 Species: Surf Perch, Striped Bass Min./Max Participants: The Delta Fly Fishers will be joining us on this outing 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 [...]
Oct 16 - Oct 20	O’Neill Forebay ‘Stosh’ Memorial Fishout October 16-20th	Camping and striped bass fishing at the O'Neil Forebay.
Nov 07 - Nov 09 12:00 am	Trinity River Fishout	Target: Steelhead and trout. Contact Alex Ferber if you are interested in going on the trip, text Alex at (831) 419-0564 or alex.ferber74@gmail.com.

Posted on March 26th, 2025

Posted on March 11, 2025April 3, 2025 by santacruzflyfishing_gia1ac

F3T Film – Santa Cruz, April 23

Apr 23 6:00 PM at the Woodhouse Brewery
Fly Fishing Film Tour 2025

Woodhouse Brewery 119 Madrone St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 April 23rd @ 6:00PMThe 2025 Tour is Proudly Presented by the Santa Cruz Fly Fishing club

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More info: https://flyfilmtour.com

Posted on March 11th, 2025