Putah Creek Fly Fishing

brunocarp · brunocarp

Hello board its been a long time since my last post, but what i saw at the creek this past Sunday was quite disturbing. As I was heading to a spot that I usually start my day at I noticied something large and red submerged of the bank. As I got closer to the waters edge passing empty KFC bags an empty mason jar...

Bonk · Bonk

I am primarily a kayak fish, but I also fly fish Putah. On occassion I like to paddle Lake Solano if not only to get outside and L.S. is close. I have a fish finder on my yak and have been really surprised by how much of a wasteland L.S. has become in terms of fish. Obviously the stocking is what held up the p...

hobbs · hobbs

I have been pondering this question recently. Why choose to go to a creek, river or lake with rod and reel in hand? Why not just take a pair of hiking shoes and a camera or maybe a pair of binoculars to observe the wildlife? Im currently formulating my own response but I would enjoy hearing others thought...

SK60 · SK60

Attached is an example of a typical redd bed complete with fish. This photo was taken when the creek was in better shape than it is now.

Berryessie · Berryessie

So what are your fishing resolutions for 2011? 1) Use less strike indicators 2) Fish more stillwaters 3) Snorkel rivers 4) Build a fly rod

hobbs · hobbs

Im over the "redds" thread because its going no where and is completely unproductive at this point...and I know others are over it too. I wanted to start a new thread that focuses on ideas of how to approach and educate other fishermen while promoting the sport of fly fishing. Also feel free...

SK60 · SK60

Be the first to answer the following 10 questions and receive a PCT-branded gift. Only answers provided by sending me a private message will be considered (i.e., don't post them here). Rearrange the following letters into a word that means: 1) The study of inland waters milyologn 2) One of...

shon42073 · shon42073

Fished hard today and in the afternoon I finally landed a putah creek hog over 20 inches, Brian and I estimated this guy at a good 22 inches, Hmmmm, maybe a little bigger . I've hooked fish at least as big but never landed em. This guy took a #22 olive midge with a green glass bead head. Other then that fishin...

Berryessie · Berryessie

Hello All, I have been lurking these pages for a couple of years now and thought I should introduce myself. As a Winters native I have fished the creek all my life and pronounce it as Pu-tah not Pootah as I hav heard many of you say. I am not one to really post on forums but I will chime in from time to time. I...

bono · bono

I just wanted to post under the "putah creek flyfishing report" because this is the heading that gets the majority of the traffic. You all should go the the "a little shameless promotion" and see the info on our very own James Haghns book about his dad. I just finished it a few wee...

kylebass91 · kylebass91

I leave for Active duty with the USAF tomorrow so I just wanted to say good bye, I haven't met a lot of you but I def learned a lot from yall. I started Fly fishing after reading everything on this fourm, and bought my first fly rod from Bono and just recently caught my first trout with it. Again thanks everyo...

Need2no · Need2no

Hey Anglers, I have been reading the forum with much interest and this is the first forum I have ever joined so in advance, excuse me if I am long- worded. I am interested in fishing Putah Creek tomorrow, Thursday December 30. I want to get 1 last day out of my 2010 CA license and get my new Simms boots wet...

ONEWEIGHT · ONEWEIGHT

Cliff, Alastair and myself met at Putah today to conduct some study work at the creek that we are doing in coordination with Fish and Game. In conjunction with this, we make an effort to converse with people out fishing on the creek about what is going on at Putah. First stop, 4 teenagers are fishing wi...

THE BIG PIKER · THE BIG PIKER

HOLIDAY GREETINGS FROM MOSES Wishing you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year! We are especially thankful for our brave men and women who have sacrificed spending the holidays with their own families and friends in order to keep our country safe. Our thoughts and...

Black Cloud · Black Cloud

One Weight had a great idea to settle the Redds discussion. I will use my considerable clout to bring some celebrity contestants for an exhibition to our octogon. The octogon will be smaller than usual so talk will be cheap and there will be no running away.Actually the octogon will have four sides ins...

Otter · Otter

Landed this fish today. Bright and silver. I thought I was on the Yuba. Jumped four feet in the air. I think it was attacked by an Otter.... Had a little chunk of skin missing....

Xnjb707X · Xnjb707X

I might as well get this topic started. A few fish a starting to pair up in certain areas of the creek getting ready for this spawning season. Usually spawn goes in full swing in December through the end of February. So on that note, if you care about the creek just flat out don't fish it during those 3 month...

Otter · Otter

The silt is coming down Cold Creek. The creek will be blown with the remaining rain.

Bonk · Bonk

From a quick glance, Lower Putah Creek extendeing from below the Lake Solano diversion dam all the way to the sink hole in the marsh seems to falls under Article 2: District General Regulations for the Valley District (all Solano and Yolo County): (3) All strems except anadromous waters and those lis...

AfricanAngler · AfricanAngler

So to try get away from our mud-slinging post. how's everyone doing?? Hows the weather?? I was up at the Yuba last week and had a pretty good time of it. Fish are fat and happy.... post all the caviar they have been munching on. So wait for the rain to settle down, and if you have the time drop me a PM as I would...

AfricanAngler · AfricanAngler

From what I uderstand they had moved the flows up to help with the salmon spawning, but now they have reduced them to below 60 cfs. Does anyone know the reasonong for this?? Also at 60 cfs isn't that going to put some of the trout redds high and dry??

Ty · Ty

Is it just me or does it seem like the snails are dissapearing? I remember seeing them covering every rock in the creek. Now I haven't been seeing any. Can these things die out on their own?

rgloft · rgloft

I never knew his name or age or where he even came from , How long he had rested there along the creek lying there by himself he was always there to say hi when I arrived and there when I looked over my shoulder right before I walked up that last hill right before you get to the parking lot at access # 5 , no f...

SK60 · SK60

FYI: The flows will be at 90 cfs for the next week to aid the movement of salmon up the lower creek from Sac the river.

wormfree · wormfree

-- Edited by wormfree on Sunday 7th of November 2010 10:42:42 AM -- Edited by wormfree on Wednesday 4th of May 2011 07:57:27 PM

SK60 · SK60

This week PCT assisted Roger Bloom's crew in surveying the creek for young of the year and safe harbor habitat for small fish. Several PCT members volunteered, including Dave M, Brian C, Bernie W, Jordan R, Greg B, Jacob B, Chris Y, Michael F, Richard L, and myself. A great time was had by all and target...

Xnjb707X · Xnjb707X

As I wrapped up my last session out at the creek for the next few months. I was crossing back across the creek and grabbed on to a branch and caught a handful of flies in my hand! Ouch, not to mention they still hand the brabs on them... Shame on you whoever didn't pinch down the barbs... It was not fun to pull a...

Dragking · Dragking

Hi everyone. I new to the creek and your forum and wanted to say hello. I have had good luck the few times I've been up to the creek, and I would like to get out as much as possible in the next couple weeks before the fish (and I) start to get busy. On that note, I have a question about brown trout. Since dayl...

SK60 · SK60

Hey everyone: the Cleanup was canceled by FFD due to rain in the forecast for Saturday. However, it will go on without the food and drink and be sponsored by our group. So plan to come out in your rain gear and go fishing afterward-the creek is fishing real well. We can also do a quick survey for redds/spaw...

SK60 · SK60

The creek clean up for Saturday has been cancelled.

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Trot lines (Preview) Hello board its been a long time since my last post, but what i saw at the creek this past Sunday was quite disturbing. As I was heading to a spot that I usually start my day at I noticied something large and red submerged of the bank. As I got closer to the waters edge passing empty KFC bags an empty mason jar...	brunocarp	15	1649	Jan 13, 2011 by SK60
	How About A Fresh Idea To Help Lake Solano? (Preview) I am primarily a kayak fish, but I also fly fish Putah. On occassion I like to paddle Lake Solano if not only to get outside and L.S. is close. I have a fish finder on my yak and have been really surprised by how much of a wasteland L.S. has become in terms of fish. Obviously the stocking is what held up the p...	Bonk	4	1343	Jan 10, 2011 by SK60
	Why do you fish? (Preview) I have been pondering this question recently. Why choose to go to a creek, river or lake with rod and reel in hand? Why not just take a pair of hiking shoes and a camera or maybe a pair of binoculars to observe the wildlife? Im currently formulating my own response but I would enjoy hearing others thought...	hobbs	5	948	Jan 10, 2011 by 65Westy
	A "typical redd" (Preview) Attached is an example of a typical redd bed complete with fish. This photo was taken when the creek was in better shape than it is now.	SK60	10	1275	Jan 6, 2011 by ONEWEIGHT
	2011 New Years Resolution (Preview) So what are your fishing resolutions for 2011? 1) Use less strike indicators 2) Fish more stillwaters 3) Snorkel rivers 4) Build a fly rod	Berryessie	13	1484	Jan 5, 2011 by ONEWEIGHT
	Education (Preview) Im over the "redds" thread because its going no where and is completely unproductive at this point...and I know others are over it too. I wanted to start a new thread that focuses on ideas of how to approach and educate other fishermen while promoting the sport of fly fishing. Also feel free...	hobbs	24	1526	Jan 4, 2011 by hobbs
	So you think you're smarter than a fifth grader! (Preview) Be the first to answer the following 10 questions and receive a PCT-branded gift. Only answers provided by sending me a private message will be considered (i.e., don't post them here). Rearrange the following letters into a word that means: 1) The study of inland waters milyologn 2) One of...	SK60	5	1012	Jan 2, 2011 by Black Cloud
	11/17....FINALLY. ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Fished hard today and in the afternoon I finally landed a putah creek hog over 20 inches, Brian and I estimated this guy at a good 22 inches, Hmmmm, maybe a little bigger . I've hooked fish at least as big but never landed em. This guy took a #22 olive midge with a green glass bead head. Other then that fishin...	shon42073	35	3310	Jan 1, 2011 by shon42073
	Introduction and Question (Preview) Hello All, I have been lurking these pages for a couple of years now and thought I should introduce myself. As a Winters native I have fished the creek all my life and pronounce it as Pu-tah not Pootah as I hav heard many of you say. I am not one to really post on forums but I will chime in from time to time. I...	Berryessie	8	2231	Dec 31, 2010 by Tippit
	Gods Angry Man (Preview) I just wanted to post under the "putah creek flyfishing report" because this is the heading that gets the majority of the traffic. You all should go the the "a little shameless promotion" and see the info on our very own James Haghns book about his dad. I just finished it a few wee...	bono	1	633	Dec 30, 2010 by rgloft
	Good Bye guys, and good bye Putah (Preview) I leave for Active duty with the USAF tomorrow so I just wanted to say good bye, I haven't met a lot of you but I def learned a lot from yall. I started Fly fishing after reading everything on this fourm, and bought my first fly rod from Bono and just recently caught my first trout with it. Again thanks everyo...	kylebass91	4	1001	Dec 30, 2010 by bono
	New to Forum (Preview) Hey Anglers, I have been reading the forum with much interest and this is the first forum I have ever joined so in advance, excuse me if I am long- worded. I am interested in fishing Putah Creek tomorrow, Thursday December 30. I want to get 1 last day out of my 2010 CA license and get my new Simms boots wet...	Need2no	2	708	Dec 29, 2010 by AfricanAngler
	observations of 12/26 (Preview) Cliff, Alastair and myself met at Putah today to conduct some study work at the creek that we are doing in coordination with Fish and Game. In conjunction with this, we make an effort to converse with people out fishing on the creek about what is going on at Putah. First stop, 4 teenagers are fishing wi...	ONEWEIGHT	8	1220	Dec 27, 2010 by hobbs
	SEASONS GREETINGS (Preview) HOLIDAY GREETINGS FROM MOSES Wishing you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year! We are especially thankful for our brave men and women who have sacrificed spending the holidays with their own families and friends in order to keep our country safe. Our thoughts and...	THE BIG PIKER	3	1006	Dec 26, 2010 by Surfnturf
	Putah Creek Octogon (Preview) One Weight had a great idea to settle the Redds discussion. I will use my considerable clout to bring some celebrity contestants for an exhibition to our octogon. The octogon will be smaller than usual so talk will be cheap and there will be no running away.Actually the octogon will have four sides ins...	Black Cloud	10	1166	Dec 25, 2010 by shon42073
	A chromer??? (Preview) Landed this fish today. Bright and silver. I thought I was on the Yuba. Jumped four feet in the air. I think it was attacked by an Otter.... Had a little chunk of skin missing....	Otter	1	761	Dec 23, 2010 by AfricanAngler
	Redds ( 1 2 3 4 5 ) (Preview) I might as well get this topic started. A few fish a starting to pair up in certain areas of the creek getting ready for this spawning season. Usually spawn goes in full swing in December through the end of February. So on that note, if you care about the creek just flat out don't fish it during those 3 month...	Xnjb707X	136	7980	Dec 23, 2010 by hobbs
	The creek today (Preview) The silt is coming down Cold Creek. The creek will be blown with the remaining rain.	Otter	4	943	Dec 21, 2010 by LilWhippersnapper
	Lower Putah Creek (Below Lake Solano) Regulations (Preview) From a quick glance, Lower Putah Creek extendeing from below the Lake Solano diversion dam all the way to the sink hole in the marsh seems to falls under Article 2: District General Regulations for the Valley District (all Solano and Yolo County): (3) All strems except anadromous waters and those lis...	Bonk	5	8574	Dec 10, 2010 by Bonk
	How's the weather?? (Preview) So to try get away from our mud-slinging post. how's everyone doing?? Hows the weather?? I was up at the Yuba last week and had a pretty good time of it. Fish are fat and happy.... post all the caviar they have been munching on. So wait for the rain to settle down, and if you have the time drop me a PM as I would...	AfricanAngler	4	808	Dec 8, 2010 by AbelBoy
	Flows (Preview) From what I uderstand they had moved the flows up to help with the salmon spawning, but now they have reduced them to below 60 cfs. Does anyone know the reasonong for this?? Also at 60 cfs isn't that going to put some of the trout redds high and dry??	AfricanAngler	2	747	Dec 7, 2010 by SK60
	NZ mudsnails vanishing? (Preview) Is it just me or does it seem like the snails are dissapearing? I remember seeing them covering every rock in the creek. Now I haven't been seeing any. Can these things die out on their own?	Ty	5	1115	Dec 4, 2010 by Otter
	good by to an old friend that old model T (Preview) I never knew his name or age or where he even came from , How long he had rested there along the creek lying there by himself he was always there to say hi when I arrived and there when I looked over my shoulder right before I walked up that last hill right before you get to the parking lot at access # 5 , no f...	rgloft	0	588	Dec 3, 2010 by rgloft
	Increased flows (Preview) FYI: The flows will be at 90 cfs for the next week to aid the movement of salmon up the lower creek from Sac the river.	SK60	5	836	Dec 3, 2010 by Ty
	How did they get there? (Preview) -- Edited by wormfree on Sunday 7th of November 2010 10:42:42 AM -- Edited by wormfree on Wednesday 4th of May 2011 07:57:27 PM	wormfree	14	1577	Nov 24, 2010 by kemchua
	DFG Wild Trout eFish Survey (Preview) This week PCT assisted Roger Bloom's crew in surveying the creek for young of the year and safe harbor habitat for small fish. Several PCT members volunteered, including Dave M, Brian C, Bernie W, Jordan R, Greg B, Jacob B, Chris Y, Michael F, Richard L, and myself. A great time was had by all and target...	SK60	18	1955	Nov 24, 2010 by kemchua
	FYI the creek is barbless. (Preview) As I wrapped up my last session out at the creek for the next few months. I was crossing back across the creek and grabbed on to a branch and caught a handful of flies in my hand! Ouch, not to mention they still hand the brabs on them... Shame on you whoever didn't pinch down the barbs... It was not fun to pull a...	Xnjb707X	13	1307	Nov 24, 2010 by kemchua
	Hello, and a quick question (Preview) Hi everyone. I new to the creek and your forum and wanted to say hello. I have had good luck the few times I've been up to the creek, and I would like to get out as much as possible in the next couple weeks before the fish (and I) start to get busy. On that note, I have a question about brown trout. Since dayl...	Dragking	8	787	Nov 24, 2010 by SK60
	Creek Cleanup back on for Saturday (Preview) Hey everyone: the Cleanup was canceled by FFD due to rain in the forecast for Saturday. However, it will go on without the food and drink and be sponsored by our group. So plan to come out in your rain gear and go fishing afterward-the creek is fishing real well. We can also do a quick survey for redds/spaw...	SK60	4	1247	Nov 21, 2010 by bono
	Creek Cleanup Cancelled (Preview) The creek clean up for Saturday has been cancelled.	SK60	2	625	Nov 19, 2010 by brian clemens
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