California’s Gold Standard
I’m going to make a bold statement here: California is one of the top fly-fishing states in the…
Spring 2025
22 posts
Catchy Ideas: Fishy Behavior
While luck certainly plays a role in fly fishing, there’s no question that the more you know about…
The Good Fight: The Evolution of Catch-and-Release
When practicing catch-and-release, how often have you heard or even said, “I saw my fish swim away, so…
The Myth of Tehipite
Tehipite is the Mono word for “High Rock,” and Tehipite Valley is regarded as the most remote valley in the Sierra Nevada.
Come One, Come All
The Wonderfully Unique Community Building of California’s Casting Clubs The first time I saw a casting pond, I…
Long Beach Casting Club Celebrates 100 Years
The Long Beach Casting Club (LBCC) is set to commemorate its 100th anniversary on May 17, 2025, marking…
Terrestrials
Don't learn the lesson the hard way—always carry terrestrials.
A Poor Man’s Guide to Fly Fishing
One man's solution to not letting money stand in the way of following his passion.
A Fly Angler’s Guide to San Francisco
24 Hours in the City by the Bay The best weather and fishing are in the first weeks…
Spotlight Destination: The Truckee River
A Guide's Perspective