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Archive FlyFishing Report Articles  250

Downtown Redding Osprey Photo and article by Dan Rhodes
05/14/12 -- We never saw this osprey hit the water, but noticed him about 40 yards upstream, drifting straight towards us from underneath the Sacramento river’s North Market Street Bridge in the middle of Redding...Almanor fly fishing improving By Mike Mogler
05/10/12 -- Tom Maumoynier owner of the Almanor fly Fishing Company reports the trout and smallmouth bite has improved at Almanor in recent weeks. Water temperature are in the low 50’s with browns chasing streamers...Stalking the Eagle Lake rainbow Article and photos by Jon Baiocchi
05/09/12 -- Eagle Lake’s low water level has reduced much-needed habitat for trout and birds that rely on the tule reeds for food and cover. Even the angler is affected. I was reviewing some past articles and came across...Chug a Coke®, Save a bleeding fish By Louis Cahill
05/07/12 -- There’s nothing worse than watching a big beautiful wild fish bleed out from a damaged gill. I found myself in just that situation with a big brown trout one day. Watching helplessly as the water turned red. Thank God Kent was...Warm weather could prime Lake Davis  
By Jon Baiocchi
05/06/12 -- I checked conditions and fished a little bit on May 3rd and 4th during a horrendous wind storm that brought some intermittent snow squalls. It was a cold wind and dropped the water temps from 56 to 52 degrees...Stripers on the fly, steelhead too By Gary Heffley
05/04/12 -- Mac Noble of the Fish First Fly Shop in Chico has had interesting decisions to make recently as options for area fly anglers are pretty open. The Sacramento River or lower reaches of the Feather River for stripers...Target McCloud below the Reservoir By Gary Heffley
05/04/12—The opener of trout season provided some fair to good fishing on the lower reaches of the McCloud River below the McCloud Reservoir according to Bob Grace of the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir...Catching stupid fish on the Upper Sac By Gary Heffley
05/04/12 -- “But everyone loves stupid fish.” Now that is not the way to start a fishing report. But before someone takes offense to the statement, Bob Grace of the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir has a point. High flows allow...Changing weather makes fishing so-so By Mike Mogler
05/03/12 -- Recent reports I have been getting from the various fly shops in Northern California and Nevada have been similar. From the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir to The Anglers Edge in Gardnerville...Flows still high on Truckee, Little Truckee By Mike Mogler 
05/01/12 -- The Reno Fly Shop guide service, Truckee River Outfitters, reports flows on the Truckee River have been fluctuating as the weather effects the snowpack. The river spiked at 2500 cfs on April 26 and seems to be dropping...Stream Tactics Article and photos by Jon Baiocchi
04/24/12 -- As we approach the trout season opener on many Northern California streams there is a special spot that trout favor when flows are high. A trout needs three things to survive. The first is an area where ample food is readily available...Feather Spring Steelhead doing well By Gary Heffley
04/20/12 -- Good numbers are available throughout the low and high flow reaches of the Feather River for spring-run steelhead. Mac Noble of the Fish First Fly Shop in Chico is recommending three types of flies with the...Free Steelhead/Trout Seminar at Sportsman's By Gary Heffley
4/20/12—The new Sportsman’s Warehouse location in Redding at 1659 Hilltop Dr. will be hosting Randy Doughty of Tightline Connection Guide Service of Redding who will be presenting a free seminar on “Indicator Steelhead...Good trout opener expected By Gary Heffley
04/20/12 -- Despite the late season rains and snowfall Bob Grace of the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir is expecting a good opener to the general trout season (April 28) on the Upper Sacramento and Mc Cloud Rivers...Fly Shop 2012 Opening Day Party is April 27 By Mike Mogler
04/20/12 -- The Fly Shop will inaugurate the opening of the 2012 trout season at the fly shop in Redding from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with many activities planned for the occasion. The Shasta Mayflies are going to have baked goods...Mono Free Kid’s Fishing Derby is June 2-3 By Mike Mogler
04/20/12 -- Mono County will have it’s 23rd annual Free Kid’s Fishing Derby June 2-3 at Lampe Park in Gardnerville. It is estimated that the derby will have approximately 1,500 participants making this event the largest free kids fishing even...2012 Spey Fest, June 9 By Gary Heffley
04/17/12 -- The Shasta Trinity Fly Fishers of Redding will once again hold their annual Spey Fest which is open to all anglers who enjoy the art and practice of Spey casting, the use of switch rods or are interested in learning...Kiene’s Annual Fly Fishing Expo is Saturday By Mike Mogler
04/17/12 -- The Expo preparations are coming together and it looks like this year is going to be bigger and badder than ever according to the staff at Kiene’s Fly Shop. The expo will take place at Kiene’s Fly Shop located in Sacramento... Pit River, Baum and N.F. Feather reports By Mike Mogler
04/17/12 -- Fish First of Chico has recently reported  the Pit River below Lake Britton to Big Bend has been fair. Above average temperature and normal flows have kept the hatches going although the water clarity has been an issue...Confluence Outfitters confident on season opener By Mike Mogler
04/12/12 -- Confluence Outfitters' Andrew Harris is very optimistic with the 2012 trout opening April 28th with a great report on many local fishing opportunities. Even with the recent rains, we expect the Pit River and McCloud River...PG&E to increase flows on Belden Reach 04/11/12 -- Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) will increase water flows in the Belden Reach of the North Fork of the Feather River on Wednesday through Friday while the Belden Powerhouse is off-line for planned...Middle Fork of Feather River opens April 7 East Walker on fire By Mike Mogler
04/05/12 -- Don and Liz Weirauch owners of The Anglers Edge in Gardnerville report the East Walker River is on fire. Fly fishermen using small BWO’s size 16-20 and WD-40’s are doing very well on rainbows...Fishing the Big and Little Truckee By Mike Mogler
04/01/12 -- According to recent reports from Mountain Hardware and Sport located in Truckee these two rivers in the Sierra are fishing well. Weather in the Sierra will determine accessibility to both locations...East Walker hot, hot, hot By Mike Mogler
03/22/12 -- Liz and Don Weirauch, owners of the Anglers Edge located in Gardnerville, report fishing is hot on the Nevada side of the East Walker. Anglers fishing the Nevada side report as many as 14 brown trout ...Tip: Lewistown Lake kicking out quality trout By Gary Heffley
03/18/12 --  Fly anglers using prince nymphs size 16 in front of the island and across from Pine Cove Marina at Lewiston Lake are finding quality fish to five pounds despite current weather conditions. Another good location...Promising spring for fly fishing By Mike Mogler
03/13/12 -- Jon Baiocchi Troutfitters and Guide Service in his fly fishing News Blog reports a positive enthusiastic outlook for fly fishing in the Sierra for this upcoming trout season. With seemingly low snowfall and little rain...Plenty of fish on the Lower Sac By Mike Mogler
03/11/12 -- Randy Doughty guide and owner of Tightline Connections reported plenty of rainbows available on the Lower Sac. On his last outing with two customers aboard a drift boat, drifting from the Redding Convention Center...Still hot on the Trinity By Mike Mogler
03/10/12 -- Just another beautiful day on the Trinity reports Travis Michel guide for Sweet Trinity Fishing Guide Service. Mornings are cold with temps in the 20's. Sleep in with the best bite is from late mornings into the afternoon...First Fish reports on Baum and Feather Fly fishing OK on E. Walker/Indian Valley Reservoir By Mike Mogler
03/02/12 -- The Anglers Edge located in Gardnerville, reports fishing is okay on the East Walker using small midges, Rainbow Warriors, Depth Charges and Zebra Midges. Indian Valley Reservoir, located in the Sierras... Lower Yuba River producing for stealthy Article and photos by Jon Baiocchi
02/25/12 -- The Lower Yuba river from Park’s Bar to Hammon Grove is fishing well but plan on getting an education from this moody river.  The current flow coming out of Englebright Reservoir is at 726 cfs, the river is low...Luk Lake: Great fishing for trout and bass By Mike Mogler
02/20/12 -- Luk Lake is fishing great according to The Fly Shop in Redding. Fly fishermen are staying busy with trout from 1 to 6 lbs. with a some large bass in the mix. Stripping leech patters and midges ...Fly fishing for Carp at Topaz Lake No room but fantastic fishing on E. Walker By Mike Mogler
02/10/12 -- With the great weather, finding room to fish the East Walker could be a challenge. Liz Weirauch owner of the Anglers Edge located in Gardnerville reports the East Walker fishing is out of control...Trinity wild with steelies and browns By Mike Mogler
02/01/12 -- Sweet Trinity guide Travis Michel reported the Trinity blew-out with the last storm but now with the high water the ild Trinity steelhead are moving in with more taken by Michel and his guests. Michel reported 50-60 hook-ups...Fly Fishing: The Art of Deception at Turtle Bay 01/27/12 -- From January 28 through April 15, 2012, Turtle Bay Exploration Park, in partnership with world-renowned The Fly Shop of Redding, CA will present Fly Fishing: The Art of Deception, celebrating the beauty, mystery...NF Feather below Poe PH By Gary Heffley
1/26/12 -- With repairs going on at the Poe Powerhouse the releases have been greatly diminished giving anglers an excellent chance at catching some of the elusive North Fork of the Feather River trout. The Poe Powerhouse...Trinity mixed bag: browns and steelhead By Mike Mogler
01/25/12 -- Sweet Trinity Guide Service owner Travis Michel reports a mix bag of steelhead and brown trout on the Trinity. Travis has lived in the Trinity River area since 1976 and is a veteran of the river with the knowledge...Snow inhibits anglers on the Upper Sac By Gary Heffley
01/26/12 -- All is quiet on the Upper Sacramento as the snow fall from Mt. Shasta all the way to confluence with Shasta Lake  has all but closed access to the river for all but the hardiest of anglers. Bob Grace of the...It's cold on the East Walker -- fishing hot By Mike Mogler
01/17/12 -- The Anglers Edge located in Gardnerville reports fishing the Miracle Mile which is on the East Walker has been outstanding. Small midges size 18-20 Black Bubble Backs seem to do the trick for the fly fishermen...Downer steelhead in the Sacramento River By Gary Heffley
01/13/12 -- Coleman Fish Hatchery has just released a good number of spawned out steelhead from the hatchery along with another large group of juvenile steelhead. Mac Noble of the Fish First Fly Shop in Chico...Upper Sac offering “solid” action By Gary Heffley
01/07/12 -- The mild (almost non-existent ) winter conditions have allowed fly anglers to enjoy some relatively good fishing opportunities on the Upper Sacramento River above Lake Shasta and in the Dunsmuir area...Lower Sacramento rainbows a little tough By Gary Heffley
01/07/12 -- Guides plying the waters of the Lower Sacramento River for rainbows in the Redding area are finding mixed results as one day the trout are on the bite and other days the guides are working hard to put their clients on...Baum browns explode By Mike Mogler 
01/05/12 -- I had no trouble hooking up with the browns at Baum Lake. Other fly anglers and lure fishermen were bringing in their limits of brown trout 12-16 inches in short order. Fishing early seemed to be most productive...Nevada hogs on the Truckee By Mike Mogler
01/04/12 -- The Truckee River on the Nevada side is producing some great fish. The big fish, “Nevada Hogs” are eating Baetis on cloudy days but nymphing seem to be producing more fish. Try Stoneflies size 8-12, Mayfly patterns 16-20 or...Lake Almanor fly angling good By Gary Heffley
12/20/11 -- Some fair to good fly angling is being reported in the Canyon Dam area of Lake Almanor for both trout and bass. Reports into Mac Noble of the Fish First Fly Shop in Chico have rainbows, browns and smallies...Ice on the East Walker Baum Lake browns slowing By Gary Heffley
12/16/11—The recent outstanding fly fishing on Baum lake has slowed recently, especially the exceptional mid-day period according to Janet Vaughn of Vaughn’s Sporting Goods in Burney. Fly anglers are still enjoying some good results...Upper Sac fishing fairly well By Gary Heffley
12/16/2011—The Upper Sacramento River is fishing fairly well despite cold and low flow conditions. Bob Grace of the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir ventured out to the Cantara area as well as fishing in Dunsmuir proper and found...Private waters: Luc Lake is fantastic By Gary Heffley
12/13/11 -- Luc Lake is currently offering outstanding fly fishing opportunities for trout and bass. Speaking with Duane Milleman and Mike Caranci at the Fly Shop in Redding both indicated that this private stillwater lake is the place to...Looking for fly fishing gift ideas By Gary Heffley
12/13/11 -- Are you looking for the perfect gift for the fly angler on your list, here are just a couple of suggestions offered by Duane Milleman and Michael Caranci of the Fly Shop in Redding. Treat the fly angler to a guided...Baum Lake trout on dries By Gary Heffley
12/09/11 -- “Dry fly fishing at Baum is unbelievable,” according to Janet Vaughn of Vaughn’s Sporting Goods in Burney. If that doesn’t do the trick, how about the trout are keeping “banker’s hours” as well...Fishing with a friend Article and photo by Mike Mogler
12/09/11 -- Fly fishing Shingletown’s Nora and Grace lakes has produced a few fish each day. The smaller the better, when it comes to flies. Fishing BWO’s size #18 or smaller will hook a few fish. With the water being colder this time of year...Jigging at Pyramid Lake By Mike Mogler
11/29/11 -- Jigging for Lahontan Cutthroat at Pyramid Lake is one method used by anglers fishing the lake. Fly fishing with a shooting head, black, olive and white Wooly Buggers can produce fish and the most widely used technique...Go small on the Big and Little Truckee By Mike Mogler
11/28/11 -- Mountain Hardware and Sports located in Truckee reports water temperatures on the Big Truckee at 42 degrees. Fishing small  BWO’s and Baetis, size 16-20 and midge droppers behind large yellow stones...   Eagle Canyon Trophy Trout Lakes By Gary Heffley
11/26/11 -- In the shadows of Mount Lassen lies a very unique stillwater fly fishing catch and release trout fishing opportunity, Eagle Canyon Lakes. These private waters are unique in that they offer the angler a very realistic shot at...Luk Lake stocked and ready By Gary Heffley
11/21/11 -- Luk Lake at the Clear Creek Sports Club near Rolling Hills Casino was stocked with fine Rainbow Trout on Tuesday, November 15 and is now open for angler’s to enjoy a unique fly-fishing experience. The fishing program on this...Ups and downs of Jay Fair, flyfishing legend By Chuck Giles
11/16/11 – This past Saturday Jay Fair (r), fishing legend and Fly Fishing Hall of Fame member was interviewed on MyOutdoorBuddy Radio by our editor Frank Galusha. He was born in 1923, hails from New Mexico...Fly Fishing exhibit at Turtle Bay Museum By Gary Heffley
11/13/11 -- Redding’s Turtle Bay Museum will be hosting a three month exhibit highlighting the science, history and art of fly fishing. The exhibition entitled, “Fly Fishing, the Art of Deception” will run from January 28 to April 15, 2012...Fly Tiers to descend on Redding By Gary Heffley
12/01/11 -- Fly tiers form all over Northern California and Oregon will descend on Redding and the Turtle Bay Museum on February 18 and 19 as a Fly Tying Expo will be held in conjunction with the “Fly Fishing, the Art of Deception” exhibit...Lake Almanor bite on; streams close Nov. 15 11/12/11 -- Geritol Cove, Rec. 2 Red Beach and the Springs are all producing fish according to recent reports from the Almanor Fly Fishing Company. Browns are chasing streamers while rainbows can be found around the weed beds....
Pay-to fish article portends action on private lakes By Mike Mogler
11/08/11 -- A recent article published in Northwest Fly Fishing, Nov/Dec 2011 (pg. 16) written by Terry Sheely, takes aim at private pay-to-fish lakes in California. According to the article, the CDFG is considering...Winter flows on East Walker improve fishing By Mike Mogler
11/01/11 -- The Anglers Edge in Gardnerville NV reports the flows on the East Walker have decreased to 49-50 cfs. which is a normal winter flow for the river. The river emanates from Bridgeport Reservoir which received...If you don’t catch a fish on every… By Gary Heffley
10/27/11 -- When your report headline starts with the quote, “If you don’t catch a fish on every cast it is on you”, well, you take notice. Janet Vaughn who is seldom, if ever one to exaggerate started her report with just that...Lower Sac fly action good By Gary Heffley
10/27/11 -- For the most part the fly action on the Lower Sacramento River remains the same according to Tim at the Fly Shop in Redding. The base fly selection of eggs in pinkish hues, Bird’s Nests, Poopas and...Upper Sac Fly action slowed By Gary Heffley
10/27/11 -- With the recent frontal changes and windy conditions Bob Grace of the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir has found that the fly angling has slowed a bit on both the Upper Sacramento and McCloud Rivers. Fishing is...Pyramid bite good with 16-17 inch cutthroats By Mike Mogler
10/26/11 -- Liz Weirauch at The Anglers Edge reports the fishing at Pyramid Lake is good with reports of smaller fish, 16-17 inch, being caught at all fishing areas on the lake. Later in the season, which closes in July, the larger...19-inch Almanor Rainbow makes the day
Article and photo by Mike Mogler
10/23/11 -- I fished Lake Almanor on Saturday after stopping by the Lake Almanor Fly Fishing Company for information and a few fliesI Tom Maumoynier the owner of the fly shop recommended several areas near Canyon Dam... Fish chasing pond smelt at Almanor By Mike Mogler
10/19/11 -- Tom Maumoynier owner of The Lake Almanor Fly Fishing Company located in Chester reports trout are taking pond smelt. The bite is happening most of day in the Rec. 2, Geritol Cove, Red Beach and the West...Lower Sac good for fly anglers By Gary Heffley
10/14/11—Fly anglers drifting the Lower Sacramento River through Redding are still experiencing some very fine trout angling on most days. Limits are easy to come by for most all experienced drifters with many...Upper Sacramento River fishing pretty well By Gary Heffley
10/14/11 -- Bob Grace of the Ted Fay Fly Shop is finding some pretty good fishing in all areas of the Upper Sac.  BWOs are coming off and imitations are doing well for dry and wet fly anglers...Pyramid Lake fishing well at this time By Mike Mogler
10/11/11 -- Pyramid Lake is fishing is well at this time. The lake opener was October 1 and as time progresses fishing should improve. The Orvis Fly Shop in Reno NV reports the water temperature at 68 °F with visibility to 60 inches. The Fly Shop...Sweetbriar on Sac is merit badge quality By Mike Mogler 
10/06/11 -- Sweetbrier located six miles south of Dunsmuir on the beautiful Upper Sac produced fish for Jesse Whipple and Kyle Gardner this weekend. Jesse caught his rainbow on a fly...​Fly fishing improving at Lake Almanor By Mike Mogler
9/23/11 -- Chester’s Tom Mamoynier, owner of the Almanor Fly Fishing Company, reports fly fishing is improving on Lake Almanor with hatches of mayflies, caddis and damsels. Trout and smallmouth bass are taking the flies at...Upper Sacramento is fishing well By Gary Heffley
9/23/11 -- With all eyes to the upcoming October caddis hatch, the current conditions are “all good” according to Bob Grace of the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir. Mid-day seems to offer the best opportunity on the river as nymph...​Fly fishing fair coming to Redding By Chuck Giles
9/2311 -- The second annual Fly Fishing Fair is coming to Redding at the Caldwell Park Pavilion on Saturday October 8. The event runs from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. This gala will include all aspects of fly fishing. In addition, there will be...Pyramid Lake opener is October 1 Article and photo by Mike Mogler
9/23/11 --Pyramid Lake opener is October 1 for Lahontan Cutthroat Trout and permits costing $10 per day or $75 a season can be purchased on-line, at the Nixon Store, the PyramidLake Store on the...Fly fishing on the Truckee River By Mike Mogler
9/22/11 -- The Truckee River on the Nevada side has had a lot of pressure from tubers and anglers this summer reports the Reno Fly Shop. Now, that the cooler weather has begun the pressure on the river should...Perfect flows on the Big and Little Truckee

By Mike Mogler
9/13/11 -- Truckee’s Mountain Hardware and Sports says flows are “perfect” on both the Big and Little Truckee Rivers. These flows, in addition to morning temperatures in the 30 degree range make for good fishing. Fish the pocket waters in...

Fly fishing fair, October 8

By Gary Heffley  
9/09/11 -- The Shasta Trinity Fly Fishers will once again sponsor the second annual Fly Fishing Fair to be held on Saturday October 8 at Redding’s Caldwell Park. The fair is free to the public, featuring information and demonstrations...

Trout tips for Walker and Carson Rivers

By Mike Mogler
9/08/11 -- The Anglers Edge in Gardnerville NV. reports fishing on the West Walker River through the canyon is good on Olive Buggers. The East Walker which runs East out Bridgeport Reservoir is still running high at 200 cfs. and is impossible...

Tackle the “lower” Upper Sac

By Gary Heffley
9/05/11—Do not be confused by the directions, the best chances for some quality trout is on the lower stretches of the Upper Sacramento River from about Gibson downstream towards Shasta Lake. That of course is besides...

Upper Sac Smallies on the fly

By Gary Heffley
8/28/11 -- Yeah, you heard me right, I said smallies. Actually both spots and smallmouth bass can be taken on the fly in this river better known as outstanding trout water. Sandy Watts of the Fly Shop in Redding... 

Lower Sac and McCloud fly report

By Gary Heffley
8/28/11 -- If you have access to a means of floating a portion of the Lower Sacramento River anywhere between The ACID Diversion Dam in Redding to around Balls Ferry and have even a small amount of skill...

Big and Little Truckee fishing great

By Mike Mogler
8/26/11 -- Big Truckee flows are near perfect with the water temperatures a bit high so fish the pockets where the water is oxygenated. In the evening, Mountain Warehouse and Sport in Truckee reports....

Opportunities for bass on the fly

By Gary Heffley
8/24/11 -- A couple of interesting fly-fishing options are currently available for anglers searching for either largemouth and spots or smallmouth bass at two impoundments not normally thought of by fly anglers...

Upper Sac's good for fly anglers

By Gary Heffley
8/21/11 -- “Go Small” is the word from Bob Grace of the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir. The trout are responding to small stuff on the Upper Sacramento River with the best results in the lower stretches of the river above Shasta Lake. ..

Lake Almanor fishing better

Photo and article by Mike Mogler
8/19/11 -- Lake Almanor has been improving from the dog days of summer according to Tom Maumoynier owner of the Almanor Fly fishing Company in Chester. The hex hatch was down from last year...

Heads up to flyfishers: Special Offer Enclosed By Art Teter 
8/19/11 -- As usual, the fishing in August has been incredible and the crowds have been down. One of the draw-backs to mid-summer fishing is the heat; however, the heat really hasn't been too bad this summer. Since some of the waters...

It’s true! McCumber trout are eager Article and photo by Mike Mogler
8/19/11 -- The rumors regarding the catches at Lake McCumber are true. Anglers fishing this PG&E Reservoir east of Shingletown are landing as many as 20 to 30 rainbows mixed with browns. Tuesday was no exception...

East Carson/West Walker improving By Mike Mogler
8/08/11 -- Liz and Don Weirauch, owners of The Anglers Edge Gardnerville, report the West Walker River through the canyon experienced a flash flood from the recent monsoon moisture. The slower water is now fishable at this time....Truckee, Little Truckee Rivers best bets By Mike Mogler
8/2/11 -- The fly fishing report from the folks at Mountain Hardware and Sports, in Truckee regarding the Truckee and Little Truckee Rivers stream flows that are now favoring the anglers. With the heavy snows of the last winter...Hatch is on at Lake McCumber By Mike Mogler
7/30/11 – There is a great hatch currently happening at Lake McCumber. It consists of damsels and callibaetis mayflies popping up from the weeds which are not as prevalent as in years past. Fly fishermen are...Almanor hex hatch smaller this year By Mike Mogler
7/26/11--The hex hatch is down somewhat at Lake Almanor but fly-fishing for trout is still good, according to Tom Maumoynier, owner of The Lake Almanor Fly Fishing Company in Chester. In most years the hex hatch is enormous...Upper Sac: “Best in a few years” By Gary Heffley
7/22/11 – Calling this the “best fishing of any period in the last few years”, Bob Grace of the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir who is very guarded in his reports is inviting all fly fishing enthusiasts to the Upper Sacramento...Eastern Sierra runoff slowing down By Mike Mogler
7/22/11--According to the gauging stations the Walker and Carson Rivers are showing improvement in cubic feet per second, which adds up to improved fishing conditions. The Walker River is fishable using a... Bunker busters on the East Walker 7/12/11 -- Liz and Don Weirauch, owners of The Anglers Edge located in Gardnerville, report Bunker Busters, a three-fly setup is doing the trick on the East Walker despite the high water. Three-fly setups cover the... Almanor evening hex hatch = quality browns By Mike Mogler
7/12/11--Tom Maumoynier owner of The Almanor Fly Fishing Company reports the evening hex hatch at Lake Almanor is producing quality browns with a few rainbows in the mix. Smallies are being caught...Stripers on the Fly By Gary Heffley
7/12/11 -- Striper fishing on fly tackle is catching on…pun intended. As fly fishing is gaining in popularity in Northern California more anglers are expanding their fly fishing repertoire beyond the realm of trout...Perfect time to Fly-Fish By Gary Heffley
7/10/11 -- With the exception of some small streams fed by upper elevation runoff such as the streams feeding the North Feather River above Lake Almanor most of the popular fly fishing waters of the North State...Davis Lake Damsel Hatch starting By Gary Heffley
7/08/11 -- The ever popular Damsel Fly Hatch at Davis Lake in Easter Plumas County has begun. The hatch has been reported in three areas of the lake according to Jeanne at the J & J Grizzly Store and Camping Resort...Lower Hat, “The best in 15 years” By Gary Heffley
7/08/11 – Janet Vaughn of Vaughn’s Sporting Goods and Fly Shop in nearby Burney reported that good fishing continues on Lower Hat Creek, proclaiming that this maybe the best season to date “in the last... Upper Sac dropping into shape By Gary Heffley
7/08/11 – In what may be a good news bad news report Bob Grace of the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir is reporting that while the Upper Sacramento flow levels are dropping into shape the popular... Fall River Hex Hatch in full swing By Gary Heffley
7/03/11 -- The world famous Hex Hatch on Fall River has begun. Speaking with John Dietz of the Redding Fly Shop, this late evening hatch is thick on the water, with some anglers saying that this is the largest volume of bugs...Lower Sacramento River Trout best bet By Gary Heffley
7/03/11 -- Drifting the Lower Sacramento River through the Redding area continues to be some of the most consistent fly fishing in the North State. Hungry and healthy rainbows are being taken on a variety of nymphs...Upper Sacramento River high By Gary Heffley
7/03/11 -- Late snowmelt and high flows are putting a bit of a damper on finding fishable water on the Upper Sacramento River above Lake Shasta. The river itself is running high and the flows increase as each swollen...Manzanita Lake open By Gary Heffley
7/03/11 -- Use Poxyback Callibaetis, Midges, Leeches, Ants and Beetles at Manzanita Lake located a couple of miles inside the north entrance of Lassen National Park just south of the junction of Hwy 44 and 89...Lower McCloud the hot ticket By Gary Heffley
7/03/11 -- Both Bob Grace of the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir and John Dietz of the Fly Shop in Redding were calling the fly fishing on the Lower McCloud very good right now. Nymphs and dries are effective... North State fly fishing options By Gary Heffley
6/21/11 -- There are some excellent options for fly anglers in the North State at this time despite the news that most of the rivers are running too high, which in fact is the case if you are looking to fish many of the Sierra and Tahoe area rivers... Spey Fest is on! � By Gary Heffley
6/9/11 -- Many Spey casting enthusiasts have expressed concerns over the status of this Saturday�s (June 11) Spey Fest to be held by the Shasta Trinity Fly Fishers at The Barge Hole on the Sacramento River near... Fly fishing great on Lower Sac By Gary Heffley
6/9/11—Despite concerns by many fly anglers about high releases out of Keswick Dam into the Lower Sacramento, the Lower Sac still fishes very well for knowledgeable guides and anglers familiar with river... Upper Sac/McCloud high but fishable By Gary Heffley
6/9/11 -- Bob Grace of the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir is reporting limited fishable water on both the Upper Sac and McCloud rivers. High water conditions and the influx of snow melt feeding the tributaries is greatly impacting... Casting for Recovery at Rolling Hills By Chuck Giles
5/26/11 – “Some of the best fishermen are not men.” This is the slogan for the upcoming “Casting for Recovery” event at Rolling Hills Casino. The festivities begin June 4^th at 8:30 a.m....Learn to fly fish at ODFW workshop 5/17/11 ODFW Outdoors will host an adult fly fishing workshop at Laverne Park in Coos County on the North Fork of the Coquille on Saturday, June 11. The workshop, which will run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., is designed... 2011 Spey Fest is June 11   By Gary Heffley
5/9/11 -- The Shasta Trinity Fly Fishers of Redding California will be hosting their 2011 Spey Fest on June 11, 2011 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Sacramento River at the Barge Hole Gravel Bar... McCloud River advocacy group seeks legal aid 5/5/11 -- A McCloud River anglers advocacy group is being forced to change its name under pressure from whitewater/hydropower groups and is seeking pro-bono help from attorneys to ensure the world-famous river�s... Upper Sac fishable, but… By Gary Heffley
5/6/11--Despite seasonally high flows on the Upper Sacramento River due to warm weather and snow melt coming off of the Divide anglers are still managing to adjust and score fish on the river... Immerse your kid in fly fishing By Gary Heffley
5/6/11 -- For any youngster interested in learning the art and sport of Fly Fishing, the Fly Shop in Redding offers the perfect experience: Fish Camp. The camp is a five day four night immersion... McCloud River advocates change name A McCloud River advocacy group is being forced to change its name under pressure from whitewater/hydropower groups and is seeking pro-bono help from attorneys to ensure the river is protected according to a 1989 law...Upper Sac trout a possibility By Gary Heffley
5/1/11 -- While there is a tremendous amount of snow melt entering the Upper Sacramento from its many tributaries there are still opportunities to target trout in the early season. Bob Grace of the... Great day on the Sacramento River By Gary Heffley
4/25/11--I had the pleasure of accepting an invitation from Aaron Grabiel of Grabiel’s Guide Service to drift the Lower Sacramento River today in search of Rainbow Trout. The search was very successful... Redding: A trout nymphing paradise By Gary Heffley
4/28/11 -- I have often written of the excellent trout fishing opportunities in Redding. I mean where else can you: Catch trout all day long, enjoy top-rate accommodations to fit all budgets, enjoy meals of all kinds... High water to hamper opener By Gary Heffley
4/25/11 -- The heavy snow pack that has lake fishermen and lake water sports enthusiasts giddy with the anticipation of full lakes into the summer will definitely have an impact on trout fly anglers... Fly Shop to host Open House April 29 By Gary Heffley
4/19/11 -- The Fly Shop, the North State’s preeminent fly fishing shop, and recognized as one of the top fly shops in the nation, will be hosting an open house on April 29 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. the day before the opening... Lake Davis: Fair with limited access  
4/18/11 – As of Saturday Lake Davis was 95 percent iced out but access is very limited, according to Jon Baiocchi of Baiocchi’s Troutfitters in Graeagle. Grizzly road is only plowed to Mallard Cove, and the west side... Stillwater fly fishing By Gary Heffley
4/8/11 – While visiting with Bob Grace of the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir the subject of “Stillwater” fly fishing came up. I asked Bob if nearby Lake Siskiyou was a good “Stillwater” fly fishery. His answer surprised me... Walker fishable; Pyramid great By Mike Mogler 
4/8/11 -- The Walker River is now running at 202 cfs and is fishable according to Liz Weirauch, owner of The Angler’s Edge in Gardnerville... Call Art for fly-fishing By Jason Haley
4/7/11 -- I spoke to Art Teeter of Art Teter Guide Service in Fall River Mills this week to get his thoughts on the upcoming trout opener. Art has fly fished and guided fisherman for over 25 years and fishes... Grace Lake planted
Photo and article by Mike Mogler
3/31/11 -- According to the DFG website, Grace Lake and its sister Lake Nora were to be planted this week. With the nasty weather taking a back seat a short trip to Grace Lake was in order... Fly Fishing School Special By Gary Heffley
You will never see a lower price for a top level all inclusive fly fishing school. A Two Day Fly Casting School April 15-17 offered by the Fly Shop of Redding California and hosted by Indian Creek Lodge... Weather/Water put kaput on Sac By Frank Galusha
Everyone knows the weather and water releases from Shasta and Oroville Dams were the big stories last week. “Fishing was kaput” at mid-week in the Sacramento according to Mike Caranci... Time to tie flies By Gary Heffley
If fly anglers find unfishable conditions on their local waters as is the case for anglers throughout the North State, the response is always the same. “Time to tie flies."  Speaking with Bob Grace of the Ted Fay Fly Shop... East Walker blown-out Article and photo by Mike Mogler
The Anglers Edge in Gardnerville reports the East Walker River is running at 282 cfs way too high for any suitable fly fishing. The ideal flow for the river is 50-55 cfs. The water releases come from... Upper Sac Fly Fishing limited By Gary Heffley
While the Upper Sacramento River remains open under special winter barbless regulations, (see your DFG Fishing Regulations for specifics), river conditions are limiting fishable waters. Bob Grace of the Ted Fay... A Jay Fair endorsement By Gary Heffley
It is nice when someone comes up to you and says, “I tried the method you wrote about and it worked”.  Well that happened at the just concluded Sport Boat and RV Show in Anderson when a reader... Lunkers at Luk By Mike Mogler
Recently a fellow fly fisherman Bill LaPaz had the opportunity to fish Luk Lake near Corning. He reported great fishing with some real monsters hooked and released. Luk Lake is full of not only trout... The Fly Shop to offer seminars By Gary Heffley
The Fly Shop of Redding California, recognized as one of the leading fly fishing shops in the nation is offering a series of seminars which will provide the beginning and intermediate fly fishing angler... All thumbs, beginning fly tying By Gary Heffley,
My golf swing did not supply enough frustration in my life so I decided to take up fly fishing, a sport which as many know, demands patience, practice and a learning curve not unlike golf. I even found... Jay Fair’s new hackle a hit By Gary Heffley
I had an opportunity to visit with Jay and Glen Fair at the recently completed Fly Show in Pleasanton and was impressed not only by the material that they were promoting but the reception their Translucent Swimming... Fly Fishing Expo this weekend By Gary Heffley
The Fly Fishing Show West is at the Pleasanton Fairgrounds this weekend, February 25, 26, 27, and is open to all fly fishing enthusiasts. This show will be open 10:00 to 6:00 on Friday... Hot and not at Pyramid By Mike Mogler
As of last weekend, The Angler’s Edge in Gardnerville reports good numbers of fish netted at the Separator at Pyramid Lake. Stripping white/red Butt Buggers has been producing the action... Easy does it flyfishing Article and photo by Casey Allen
I love fly fishing. I love everything about it. The fact that it can be difficult, that casting alone can be challenging, the fish puzzling.  But when success does come it seems so easy... Russian River steelies didn’t bite
Article and photos by Mike Mogler
Since I was visiting my daughter in Guerneville last weekend there was an opportunity to try fishing for steelhead on the Russian River. I called King’s Sport and Tackle in Guerneville... Mt. Whitney Rainbow Trout in NV
Article by Mike Mogler, photo by Liz Weirauch
There is a two-acre pond in the foothills of the Pine Nut Mountains, near Wellington on the Aspen Lake Ranch worth investigating.  You can fly fish this pond for descendants of the famous... Fish Camp Scholarships available By Gary Heffley
An excellent and unique opportunity exists for any youngster age 10-15 that resides in Shasta, Trinity, Tehama or Siskiyou counties and is interested in learning how to fly fish... Learn the “Fly Fishing ABCs” On Saturday, March 19, the Shasta Mayflies will host a hands-on workshop at Good Time Pizza & Things, 22049 Old 44 Drive in Palo Cedro, to introduce aspiring fly fishers to the sport of catch-and-release... Yuba River offers ideal drift By Gary Heffley
Michael “Mac“ Noble of the Fish First Fly Shop in Chico found ideal drifting conditions on the Yuba River over the weekend. Couple that with trout willing to take rubber leg fly offerings an excellent afternoon was had... Try stillwater fly fishing on Shasta! By Mike Mogler
Several weeks ago Russ Kegler of the Fly Shop told me about some great fishing to be had for large browns and rainbows below the small tributaries that enter Shasta Lake. He has had luck fishing an imitation...Keep your loops tight on Upper Sac By Gary Heffley
With this stretch of gorgeous weather currently being enjoyed in the North State there is a window of opportunity to fly fish the Upper Sacramento River and have a decent shot at getting into some...Mixed bag at Baum By Mike Mogler 
Baum Lake was quiet this Sunday morning, January 23, with no fog and a mild temperature. At 7:00 a.m. there were several anglers on the lake... Fly-fish your way east By Mike Mogler 
Liz and Don Weirauch owners of The Anglers Edge in Gardnerville reported on January 24 that fishing Pyramid is going strong on black and white Wooly Buggers and large purple midges. Try fishing... Learn to fly fish By Gary Heffley
The Shasta Trinity Fly Fishers of Redding California will be offering the second of a series of free classes for those interested in learning the sport and art of fly fishing on Sunday, February 13 at 3:00 pm at the Redding Library... Upper Sac high but fishable By Gary Heffley
Bob Grace of the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir has had reports of fair to poor trout fishing on the Upper Sacramento River which remains open to fly anglers with special restrictions... Lower Sac boating restrictions lifted By Gary Heffley
With the in-water bridge construction completed on the Cypress Ave Bridge in Redding all boating restrictions due to the construction have been lifted allowing for unimpeded boat access on the very productive trout laden Sacramento River through town... Feather River Steelhead fair to good By Gary Heffley
Michael “Mac” Noble of The Fish First Fly Shop in Chico has found steelhead fishing in the upper two miles of the river above the Highway 70 Bridge and below the fish hatchery to offer fair to good catching opportunities... Baum Lake best floated By Gary Heffley
The best fly fishing access at this popular fishery is via float tube, personal pontoon or small drift boat or pram. Wading is possible but footing and balance are often an issue as... Fly fishing on the rocks and surf By Mike Mogler
Rick Fox who guides for Fly Fishing Specialties of Citrus Heights conducts fly fishing clinics for clients interested in fly fishing off the rocks or surf. Rick is a photographer and author of several fly-fishing publications as well as an avid angler and fly tier with several decades of experience in fly fishing... Only one fly shop in NV By Mike Mogler
The Anglers Edge located in Gardnerville is the only exclusive fly shop located in the state of Nevada, according to Liz and Don Weirauch, the owners. There are other fly shops in Reno but Liz and Don specialize in serving only flyfishing aficionados.
The Fly Shop offers By Gary Heffley

With the obvious play on words, the Fly Shop in Redding is now providing the exclusive access to Luk Lake, located behind the Rolling Hills Casino Complex just south of Corning along Highway 5. This lake has also been known... Shasta Trinity Fly Fishers to have fly fishing classes The Shasta Trinity Fly Fishers [STFF], the north valley’s largest [non-profit] fly fishing club has announced plans for a series of free classes to provide information to anyone interested in learning the various aspects of fly fishing.
 
The first class will be an “Introduction to Fly Fishing” and will provide a complete review of the basics of fly fishing as presented by STFF members and the staff of The Fly Shop... The Fly Shop: Connections to North State Private Waters   By Gary Heffley
Imagine waking up to the sound of a gentle stream. How about seeing a wild native trout slurping a mayfly from the deck of a cabin while you’re enjoying a cup of fresh morning coffee. What’s more, suppose you have the...Upper Sacramento River Fly Report By Gary Heffley

While the river is running high, the color as of Saturday afternoon was still good allowing for some fly action on the Upper Sacramento River according to Bob Grace at the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir. While the fishing is not great there is still an opportunity to catch trout...East Walker River is hot

By Mike Mogler

12-15:  Don and Liz Weirauch owners of The Anglers Edge located in Gardnerville NV, report the East Walker River is fishing great at this time. Fly fishing with small dries, Adams, WD-40 size 18-22 have produced fish on the river. Small midges, size 18 are producing fish as well...

Fish all over- but fishing is slow at Baum Lake

By Mike Mogler

12-12: I kayak-fished Baum Lake today with a handful of other anglers with fish feeding on PMD’s. The fish were like submarines sucking in as many of the bugs as they could but ignoring my flies. Perhaps, this was the problem...

Flies for Pyramid Lake

By Mike Mogler

12-8:  Rain, rain and more rain making our favorite fly fishing spots wet and the water generally off-color. What to do? I hit my fly bench and start tying for better times on the water. For fly tiers, the winter months are filled with tying for better times.

Weather slows down flyfishing at Lake Almanor

By Mike Mogler

12-7:  Fly fishing Lake Almanor has been tough due to weather, according to Tom Maumoynier owner of Almanor Fly Fishing Company. Rain, not snow has been the culprit decreasing the clarity of the water from run-off...

Fly fishing the Lower Sac-Diestelhorst Bridge

By Mike Mogler

12-01:  It’s Wednesday morning, with a few light showers and I am determined to catch fish this morning. I have decided to fish just below the Diestelhorst Bridge, Redding for the trout that are found in that area...

Pyramid Lake fish starting to move

By Mike Mogler 

11-30: Pyramid Lake cutthroats are taking black, olive, and blue Woolly Buggers. Jay Bebe who guides on Pyramid suggests using sizes # 4-8 with a short, 3-4 ft. 3X leader. Shooting heads are a must as you have to get down to where the fish are located. Stripping Buggers with 10-12 lb. Maxima leaders will also work...

Pyramid Lake trout chasing streamers weather permitting

By Mike Mogler

11-23: Don & Liz Weirauch, owners of The Angler’s Edge in Gardnerville, report the east side of PyramidLakewas blown out last Sunday. He expects more anglers on the lake after Thanksgiving. Those hardy anglers that are fishing the lake this week are hooking fish on streamers near drop offs...

Last chance Hat Creek Brook Trout

By Mike Mogler

11-13: This was the last weekend of trout fishing on Hat Creek. Although, Hat Creek closed this Monday, Nov. 15, the Pit River, 3.4,5, Upper and Lower Sac will remain open. Catch and release areas of the Walker and Carson Rivers in the central Sierra will remain open for catch and release only...

Pyramid Lake flyfishing hit and miss

By Mike Mogler

11-9 – Jay Bebe, a guide in the Reno area, reports fishing at Pyramid Lake is a hit or miss situation. Anglers fishing Popcorn Beach, Warrior and Block House seem to be doing well with decent numbers of fish.

East Walker River fishing well; Indian Creek Reservoir a good bet

By Mike Mogler

11-8  Liz Weirauch, of The Angler’s Edge in Gardnerville, reports the good fishing on the East Walker. With the lower water temperature the fish are grabbing nymphs with an occasional fish caught dead drifting a Woolly Bugger...

Lower Sac good for trout and steelies

By Mike Mogler

11-8: Cory Williams at The Fly Shop in Redding reports good number of fish being caught between the Posse Grounds and Bonnyview on egg patterns, and tan or olive Birds Nests, size 12-16...

Lake Almanor getting hot; Butt Valley Reservoir also going strong

By Mike Mogler

11-3 --Tom Maumoynier, owner of The Lake Almanor Fly Fishing Company reports good action on browns and rainbows on the west shore. Floating pond smelt and fishing the weed beds with nymphs produced fish. Tom reports, that it’s about a 50-50 on the browns and rainbows...

Junction City -- Trinity River produces steelhead

By Mike Mogler

10-28 According to Tim Fox at the Fly Shop in Redding, the Trinity River below Pigeon Point was blown out on Wednesday but maybe fishable in a few days if the weather cooperates...

Truckee River blown out but Pyramid Lake fishing good

By Mike Mogler

As of October 26, The Reno Fly Shop reports the Truckee River is blown out, and it will take several days before it will be fishable...

Iron Canyon Reservoir fly fishing so-so

By Mike Mogler

Bill La Paz, a local still-water guide located in Shingletown and a friend fished Iron Canyon Reservoir on Wednesday (10-20) with mediocre results. Both anglers caught fish on size #14 Prince Nymphs, but they had to work for them...

Excellent fly fishing for browns and bows in E. Sierra/NV

By Mike Mogler

When I spoke to Liz Weirauch, owner of the Angler’s Edge in Gardnerville, on October 20, she told me fishing on the East Walker River was great on rainbows and browns. Dead drifting crayfish as well as Bubble Back Midges and Pink San Juan Worms are doing the trick.

Baum Lake hot for rainbows

By Mike Mogler

10/15 Got out of the house and off the computer this morning and traveled up Hwy. 44 to the Hat Creek area. On the way, I decided to fish Baum Lake...

Upper Sacramento/McCloud Region on the fly

By Gary Heffley

Bob Grace of the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir reports that fly fishing on both the Upper Sacramento and Mc Cloud River is producing nice fish in stretches. Bob says the best “numbers” fishing has to be in the planted section of the Upper Sac from the Scarlett Way Bridge in Dunsmuir downstream to Sweetbriar...

Lake Almanor/Feather River Region on the fly

By Gary Heffley

Pond Smelt imitations such as white and tan streamers are the key to catching fish at Lake Almanor on the fly, according to Tom Maumoynier of the Lake Almanor Fly Fishing Company. The surface temperature is 58 degrees so wear insulated waders when fishing from a pontoon or float tube. The draw downs have nearby Butt Lake offering little in the way of catches...

Try Snail Patterns Midges and Cinnamon Woolly Buggers at Davis Lake

By Gary Heffley

Jeannie at J and J’s Grizzly Store at Davis Lake reports improving fly fishing for anglers using snail patterns, Midges, and Cinnamon Woolly Buggers. With many fish being taken along weed lines a very good option would be trolling flies.

Lower Hat Creek fishing well � Pit #3 closed

By Gary Heffley

Lower Hat Creek is producing well on Mahogany Duns and Pheasant Tail Nymphs according to Steve Vaughn of Vaughn’s Sporting Goods in Burney. Try the same patterns at Baum Lake and the Cassel Forebay/ “Middle Hat Creek” area...

What�s Hot

By Mike Mogler

10/11 -- The Redding Fly Shop reports that the Upper and Lower Sacramento River are hot, as well as the McCloud. Rubber Legs size# 6-8, and October Caddis size #6-8 are the ticket for a good day of fishing. For more information contact the fly shop at www.theflyshop.com..

Cassel trout fishing limits taken

By Mike Mogler

10/8 -- Trout fishing at Cassel was excellent thanks to the DFG planting of rainbows the day before. Many anglers were catching their limits of 14-16 inch rainbows. Fly anglers were using black nymphs and Wooly Buggers. If it was black the trout would take it....

Eagle Lake limits

By Mike Mogler

10/-6 Bill LaPaz, Shingletown resident and guide, fished Eagle Lake with two clients Wednesday, for limits all around. The fish averaged 3-4 pounds and grabbed “J Fair” Rust Wriggle Nymph. Bill and company fished the Pelican Point area.

The C&R Catch 22: It�s really recovery then release

By Frank Galusha

On Saturday October 2, Gary Heffley and I manned a booth in Caldwell Park at the Shasta Trinity Flyfishers Swap and Sell. We met many flyfishing enthusiasts, ran into several acquaintances, swapped some good fishing stories and got some great deals on rods and reels.

One of the anglers we met had a particularly interesting fishing yarn...

Reno Fly Shop reports good flyfishing at Pyramid Lake

By Mike Mogler

10/5-Kate, at the Reno Fly Shop reported fly fishing is good at Pyramid Lake with six fish per hour in the mornings. She reported that the fish are grabbing Wooly Buggers and King Fisher Spoons. I am not familiar with the King Fisher Spoon, but the Reno Fly Shop would have what you would need to fish the lake and streams in the region.

Fly tying: Art, science, research, fun and accomplishment By Mike Mogler When I started fly fishing I went to the nearest fly shop for guidance, equipment, encouragement and of course terminal gear, flies. Oh my goodness! As fishermen we know...Lewiston Lake better for flyfishers

By Gary Heffley

In what has been a relatively slow year for anglers at Lewiston Lake, Andre at Pine Cove Marina on the lake is reporting that fly anglers have been very successful of late at the lake...

Lake Almanor browns and rainbows chasing pond smelt

By Gary Heffley

Tom Maumoynier of the Lake Almanor Fly Fishing Company is reporting good fly fishing in the Chester area...

Davis Lake rainbows available on flies

By Gary Heffley

Jeannie at the J and J Grizzly Store and Camping Resort at Davis Lake is reporting good fly fishing options at the lake for sub surface slurping rainbow trout...

The Little Truckee River fishing good with low flows

By Mike Mogler

9-29 The Little Truckee River starts from the outflow of Webber Lake and fills two Reservoirs, Boca and Stampede, prior to emptying in the Truckee River. Most of the flyfishing opportunities are between the two reservoirs in the "Wild Trout" area between Stampede and Boca Reservoirs. From Stampede to Highway 89 is private water. The upper section is available west of Hwy. 89...

Eagle Lake extremely low; fishing fair

By Mike Mogler

9/25 -- Eage Lake campgrounds with the exception of Merrill are closed. According to the camp host Neil, construction of new restroom facilities at Merrill should be completed by the end of October. Currently, there are five restroom facilities under various stages of construction with more in the works for next year.

Lake Almanor trout chasing pond smelt

By Mike Mogler

9/22--Tom Maumoynier, owner of The Lake Almanor Fly Fishing Company, said the trout are chasing pond smelt with a decent bite on Wooly Buggers. The size of the Buggers should be the same size as the pond smelt. Pond smelt will increase in size as time passes. Therefore, hook sizes will change accordingly. Try a size #10, 1X and move up, or down in size. If you’re not sure, contact Tom at www.almanorflyfishing.com/...

Early steelhead fly opportunity on the Trinity Stopping by the Fish First Fly Shop in Chico, Michael “Mac” Noble mentioned that his weekend trip to the Trinity River during this last weekend’s rain produced a lot of Salmon and Steelhead surging upstream as he fished in the Weitchpec area at the confluence of the Trinity River and Klamath River. Mac mentioned that this is his favorite time of the year to fish for Steelhead in the Trinity on the fly. While fish counts may not be as high as later in the season, neither is the pressure from other steelhead fishermen.  Using big Rubber leg Stoneflies is a favorite this time of year for Mac.

Lewiston Lake producing for fly anglers

By Gary Heffley

While fishing is not setting any records at Lewiston Lake, fly anglers are finding opportunities using Black Leeches, Olive Wooly Buggers and Grey And Zebra Midges ( Grey producing best) according to Louise Bigham at Pine Cove Marina...

Upper Sacramento and McCloud flyfishing improving

By Gary Heffley

With reports that the rainy weather is improving the fishing on the Upper Sacramento River, Bob Grace of the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir is reporting continued good fishing in the planted area of the Upper Sacramento River from the Scarlett Way Bridge in Dunsmuir downstream to Sweetbriar...

Cold water at Manzanita Lake up close and personal

By Mike Mogler

September 19 -- The fly fishing was slow with a cold front and windy conditions, but I had to give Lake Manzanita a try. After launching, I paddled across the lake to a point that was somewhat out of the wind.

Brookies explode at Hat Creek

By Mike Mogler

On Thursday 9/16 a friend and I ventured to Hat Creek for a little fishing. What happened that day was explosive. Both of us caught brookies that were of excellent quality thanks to the DFG plantings on Hat Creek.

Manzanita Lake Brown Trout on the bite

By Mike Mogler

I took a short trip Saturday 9/11 to Manzanita Lake located in Lassen National Park with the thought of catching some fish. Manzanita Lake is a catch and release lake where large wild trout can be caught...

Hat Creek rainbows after Labor Day

By Mike Mogler

Yes, there are fish in Hat Creek after Labor Day. Venturing down to Hat Creek on Tuesday 9/7 I didn’t know what to expect after the crowds had departed. Well, I was able to catch a few rainbows and one brook trout on a black Bead Head Bugger and one fish on a tan San Juan Worm. The fish were generally small not like the brooders that were planted by the DFG prior to the Labor Day weekend. Nonetheless, I had a great time...

�Truckee River fishing good-East Walker River flows down� -- The Reno Fly Shop

by Mike Mogler

As of September 1, 2010 the Truckee River was fishing well with the California side doing especially good on October Caddis, Small Mayflies and Baetis. Across the border in Nevada the water is warmer, but the river continues to produce brown trout on streamers and by dead drifting crayfish under an indicator with a small dropper for large brown trout...

Upper Sacramento River and McCloud River full of options for fly anglers

The Upper Sacramento River offers a little bit of everything for anglers this time of year according to Bob Grace at the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir. Fly anglers can look for native fish above the Scarlett Way Bridge in Dunsmuir, try to entice a trout traveling upstream from the depths of Shasta Lake in the lower reaches or enjoy a day fishing for planters including some large brood stock trout from between the Scarlett Way Bridge and the Sweetbriar Bridge downstream. In the latter stretch of river fly anglers will be joined by families fishing under general regulations with a 5 fish limit and bait and lures allowed. This stretch has been stocked for the last 3-4 weeks so good numbers should be available...

East Walker River flows high; E/W Carson Rivers fishing well

By Mike Mogler

According to Don Weirauch,  the owner of The Anglers Edge in Gardnerville, CA., the flows on the East Walker River are at 250 cfs as of 8/31 and too high for crossing. The East Walker fishes better in the fall when the flows are at 150 cfs to 200 cfs. Consequently, Don couldn’t give me an accurate report on that river at this time...

5-pound, 8-ounce Brook taken at Hat Creek By Mike Mogler

Sunday, 8/29 after the rain of the previous day I decided to take  a look at Hat Creek. I fished for a while and had a few grabs on a #14  black beadhead pheasant tail. I fished below the cutoff  to Susanville in the burned off area with little results...

East and West Carson Rivers fishing well

By Mike Mogler

According to Liz Weirauch, owner of The Angler's Edge in Gardnerville (775) 782-4734, the East Carson River was fishing well until about 10:00 a.m. over the weekend of 8/21-8/22...

Reno Fly Shop: Good fishing on the Truckee River

By Mike Mogler

Dave Stanley of The Reno Fly Shop and I talked Sunday 8/22 about the good fishing on the Truckee River which flows out of the Eastern Sierras, east into the Reno area. Stanley reported “fishing was good for trout 9 to 14 inches with some fish 20 to 24 inches being caught on nymphs, golden stones and caddis pupa in deep water...

Lake Almanor Region on the fly

By Gary Heffley

According to Tom Maumoynier of the Lake Almanor Fly Shop in Chester the Fly Fishing options are very good in the region. While the action is slow on the main lake body trout are moving into the inlets and cold water flows of the tributaries providing some good action both above and below the lake...

Fun Day in Shingletown

By Mike Mogler

On Saturday 8/14 Shingletown had its Fun Day on the grounds of the volunteer fire department Hwy. 44 and Alward Way. This event is a fund raiser for the volunteers with vendors and other groups representing the community.

The Shasta-Trinity Flyfishers had a booth and were represented by members of the club...

A Chat with a legend, Jay Fair By Gary Heffley It is not often that one gets to sit with a true legend of his field and listen to the wisdom accumulated from 80 years of fishing experience. While the saying is, to paraphrase, “to sit and learn at the feet of a master...Fly Fishers Fair, Swap/Sell is set for Oct. 2

By Dick Recchia

Redding is in the center of some of the best fly fishing in Northern California. In order to create more awareness of the sport...and the great fly fishing opportunities available in our area. The Shasta Trinity Fly Fishers are holding a free Fly Fishing Fair & Swap and Sell at the Caldwell Park Pavilion area on Saturday, October 2nd from 8 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.

Inter-mountain Fly Report

By Gary Heffley

The chance for Smallmouth on the fly at Lake Britton exists as fly anglers are using Wooly Buggers along the weed line on the North Shore with success in the evenings...

Lewiston Lake, Zebra Midges best option

By Gary Heffley

According to Craig Swanson of Pine Cove Marina on Lewiston Lake the overall picture has been quiet, with fly fishermen being the only anglers producing fish...

Upper Sac and McCloud Fly Report

By Gary Heffley

Talking with Bob Grace of the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir, he is hearing varying mixed reports on the Mc Cloud River with some fishermen having difficulty catching fish and others doing well...

Shasta-Trinity Flyfishers make you feel at home

By Mike Mogler

Shasta-Trinity Flyfishers held their regular monthly meeting in Redding on August 11 in the main library. I attended along with my new “MyOutdoorBuddy” fellow correspondent, Gary Heffley. Being a guest, I was warmly greeted and considering this was my first meeting with the group, I felt at home...

Stripers attack new fly design

By Gary Heffley

Talking with Michael Noble, better known as “Mac” to the visitors of the Fish First Fly Shop in Chico, he made me aware of a new fly design which he says is out fishing most other flies almost 10 to 1 in his search for stripers...

Burney Region flyfishing report

By Gary Heffley

The popular Pit 3 reach is closed to all vehicle traffic until Labor Day and only the most determined angler will climb down and up the ladder at the Lake Britton Dam to foot access this stretch of River. The Pit 4 reach is still accessible from the Big Bend Road...

Upper Sacramento River "Excellent" -- The Fly Shop

By Gary Heffley

Flows on the Upper Sacramento River continue to improve although water temperature through mid day can impact the fishing. Early mornings and early evenings when about a 45 minute window of fishing dries off a hatch are the best times to ply the river.  The Fly Shop in Redding is currently rating fishing on the Upper Sac as ”excellent”.  “A well presented fly during either periods should produce trout”, is what I was told. See the Fly Shop’s full report through the Fly Shop's advertising link...

McCloud River Fly recommendations

By Gary Heffley

Steven at the Ted Fay Fly Shop is recommending the following flies for fishing the Mc Cloud River the weekend of July 30...

Upper Sac flows dropping to wade-able conditions

By Gary Heffley

Speaking with Bob Grace of the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir, he is reporting that the fishing on the Upper Sacramento River is fair to good. Flows are dropping steadily and more safely wade-able  water is becoming available daily...

Upper Sacramento River/McCloud River Region coming into shape

By Gary Heffley

While being far from the wader friendly waters that fly fishermen love, the Upper Sacramento River is dropping daily and with the lesser flows is becoming more fishermen friendly. There are areas where careful wading is possible and with that more fishable waters can be targeted...

Fly Fishermen scoring in the Inter-mountain Region

By Gary Heffley

Baum Lake and the Hat Creek area of Cassel and the Cassel Forebay are producing good numbers of fish for fly anglers, with some quality trout included such as a 5 pound Brookie taken on a fly this week at Cassel. According to Steve Vaughn of Vaughn’s Sporting Goods and Fly Shop in Burney the fly fishermen are scoring on Callibaetis Cripples in size 18...

Davis Lake: limits are the rule

By Gary Heffley

DavisLakecontinues to kick out great numbers of rainbows with some 17-18 inch fish mixed in with the 13-15 inch average...

Almanor Hex Hatch underway in late evening

By Gary Heffley

Tim Maumoynier at Lake Almanor Fly Fishing suggests using midges as the primary choice for searching Lake Almanor for trout. He reports that the Hex Hatch has just started...

Reno Area Report

By Gary Heffley

Will Morgan of the Reno Fly Shop is reminding everyone that Pyramid Lake outside of Reno fishing season ends on the June 30^th and will be closed for the remainder of the summer to angling. Will reports that this past week few fish are being reported caught.

North Nets for Pyramid Lahontan action

By Gary Heffley

PyramidLake, 45 minutes north of Reno, is producing fair numbers of Lahontan Cutthroat Trout for fly anglers in the area of the North Nets. This lake requires a special permit purchase from agents representing the Paiute Indians who control the fishing rights to the lake...

Limited fly action in the Reno Area

By Gary Heffley

Speaking with Mario Walther of the Reno Fly Shop there are limited fly fishing opportunities in the Reno Area with the Truckee River through town blown out, the Carson River “huge” and the West Walker at flood crest early in the week...

High Flows continue to hamper Upper Sac

By Gary Heffley

The high flows generated from the late start to the snow runoff are keeping the Upper Sacramento River unfishable according to Bob Grace at the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir. The river is running at 3730 CFS at the Delta before dumping into Shasta Lake...

Inter-mountain Fly Report: �Everything has kicked in� -- Steve Vaughn

By Gary Heffley

Steve Vaughn’s statement says it all as he described the current conditions from his store, Vaughn’s Sporting Goods in Burney. The Pit River, the wild trout section of Hat Creek, Baum Lake and Middle Hat in the Cassel area are all fishing well to outstanding...

Stripers, Steelhead and Shad: The three S�s of the Feather on the fly

By Gary Heffley

Rob at the Fish First Fly Shop in Chico and a Northern California fly fishing guide (Gage’s Fly-fishing Service) was enthusiastic when discussing the opportunities that exist on the Feather River for Spring-run Steelhead, Striped Bass and Shad. His recent trips and reports have been outstanding...

Fly Action in the Mount Shasta Region

By Gary Heffley

There are some definite fly fishing opportunities in the Mt Shasta region according to Bob Grace of the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir but the Upper Sacramento River is not one of them. Bob stated the Upper Sac “is only worse”. With flows at the measuring station at Delta reading at 4,000 CFS the other options are better and a whole lot safer...

�We had a Ball� -- Paul Souza Fishing the Lower Sac and McCloud

By Paul Souza with Gary Heffley

Good friend and sometimes guide Paul Souza sent this report on fishing last weekend (May 22/23) in the North State. Saturday he spent on Lower Sacramento River and Sunday on the Mc Cloud:

“We had a ball on the Lower Sac on Saturday. We put in at the Posse Grounds just upstream from the Sundial Bridge at about 0800 and planned to spend the day. We landed three fish in the span from put in to the bridge, not more than 500 yards. All were taken on either black nymphs #14 to #16 or Brown Rubber Legs in a size 8. The fishing was steady most of the day, nothing hot or heavy but steady. We had it almost to ourselves until the late afternoon, only then did we have two boats from the Fly Shop join us.

Upper Sacramento River � Fishing access limited

By Gary Heffley

With flows running at the 3,200 cubic feet per second rate on the Upper Sacramento River fishing access is very limited and wading in most areas would be considered dangerous and foolhardy.  There will be a few fishable pockets and seams but these should be limited to the upper stretches in Box Canyon and isolated spots along the river but few and far between...

Intermountain Report: Fly fishermen doing well at Pit 4 & 5

By Gary Heffley

Multiple sources in the Intermountain area are reporting the first showing of decent numbers of crappie being caught at Lake Britton. Steve Vaughn of Vaughn’s Sporting Goods in Burney shared the much awaited news. Steve also reported that the lake’s smallmouth bass population are moving onto beds and are also showing up in creels...

A day at the beach � Pyramid Lake

By Axel Schug

What do you do when there's a blizzard blowing and you're cooped up at Lake Tahoe on Spring Break?  Take the boy fishing!...

Upper Sac running high- Lower Mc Cloud better bet

By Gary Heffley

The word from Bob Grace, of the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir is that the Upper Sac is still running very high due to the mountain snow melt. There is limited fishable water and less wading possibilities as access will be limited to the upper stretches around Cantara and Ney Springs, before the tributaries downstream dump in added flow.

Fly Fishing Section added to MyOutdoorBuddy

Dear Readers:  MyOutdoorBuddy.com has added a Fly-Fishing section to its fishing news but we have no intention of re-inventing the wheel.

No one does a better job of covering northern California's many fly-fishing waters than The Fly Shop in Redding; therefore, each edition of this report will include this article with a hot link to their stream report, just click here to get the latest news about the waters you intend to fish.

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Skip the Upper Sac, Lower Mc Cloud�s the choice Speaking with Bob Grace of the Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir along the Upper Sacramento River he recommends passing on attempting to fish the Upper Sac at this time. High water flows at this time would limit access to fishable water. When asked about walking the tracks and bank fishing pocket water he said that one would be hard pressed to find stretches of even that. His attitude is unless you absolutely have to fish the river now for some unknown reason save it for another time...
Intermountain Fly fishing report
With the warming Spring type weather on tap for the next week fishing should improve in the Burney and Intermountain area according to Steve Vaughn of Vaughn’s Sporting Goods in Burney...
Fly Fishing Club enjoys success on Lewiston Lake Craig Swanson of Pine Cove Marina on gorgeous Lewiston Lake, in Trinity County reported that the Shasta Trinity Fly Fishers had a fantastic day at their fishout on Saturday April 24. “Score one for the Fly Fishing Club” stated Craig, as he said,” the parking lot was full early with experienced and not so experienced fly fishermen and women.” ---
Low flow area of the Feather River continues to produce Craig Bentley of Huntington’s Sportsman’s Store in Oroville gave the low flow area of the Feather River a recent visit in search of steelhead and found that flies were out producing bait. Most of the fish were small but Craig did hook into a steelie he estimated at about 6 lbs that rewarded itself a long range release...Fly fishing: Debunking the myths By Gary Heffley
Fly fishing can be as simple as presenting an artificial bug in front of a fish and waiting for a bite but, in fact, it is a true art form. Much like a masterpiece painter with brush in hand , the truly accomplished fly-rod angler can...Fly time for stripers After paying the attention toll to Pepper a gorgeous black lab serving as the official greeter to Fish First Flyfishing in Chico I had the opportunity to speak with Michael “Mac” Noble about the current striper run on the Sacramento and Feather Rivers...Northern California Fly Fishing Report Since The Fly Shop in Redding has experienced guides who fish most of the major, fly-fishing waters of Northern California on a regular basis, we offer their Stream Report for general information...Intermountain Region readies for Trout Opener While the waters of the Pit River and Baum Lake are opened year round, the area is preparing for the General Trout Season to open on Saturday April 24. The DFG has completed the evaluation requirements for Upper Hat Creek, Middle Hat Creek in the Cassel area, upper and Lower Burney Creek, Iron Canyon Reservoir and Mc Cloud Reservoir so stocking can take place prior to the opener on these waters...Upper Sacramento River Report, April 12 Upper Trinity River Option: Brown Trout Many anglers flock to the Upper Trinity River in search of Salmon and Steelhead but neglect a very viable Brown Trout fishery with some of the brownies reaching upwards of 6 pounds.Trout Opener Party -- all fly anglers welcome! The Fly Shop, Redding’s premier fly fishing supplier and provider of guides for throughout Northern California’s abundant fly fishing waters will be holding an opening day party on Friday, April 23 at their location at4140 Churn Creek Road in Redding...