90% chance I'll be at the creek tomorrow. Went last month for the first time in 7 years, got skunked, flows at 500 then. Just a little hint on color or type of flies would be much appreciated. Hope to see someone out there. If I do catch anything I'll make sure to fill out the survey, I didn't last month b...
I have been using the supple tactical line on my five wt. and I dig it. Lake fish here but it's been good on the river too. -- Edited by Cole Davis on Monday 12th of September 2011 09:43:26 PM
I spend the weekend camping with the family at Upper Pines in Yosemite Valley...not my favorite place in the world to camp, kinda crowded, but there's nothing like waking up in the morning in a tent to the sound of running water. I managed to sneak away for a few hours and get my line wet. I fished a couple...
I will have an opportunity to fish the American, below Nimbus, in a couple of weeks, which is not water I am familiar with, as I typically hit the Lower Yuba this time of year. I would appreciate any advice you all may have for me: location (I will be wading, not drifting), patterns (beads, RLS and Poopa...
Help! There have been very few sign ups for the cleanup next Saturday. Since the fishing is so good right now, sign up, clean up, and go fishing afterwards. I'll even have some free PCT T-shirts and caps for those helping out. Info below. Again this year PCT is sponsoring the interdam reach for a CCC cle...
One of the reasons I go fly fishing is to unwind. believe it or not Napa can be quite noisy . Well sunday while i was fishing at the bridge I hear this loud exploision followed By the screams of a small child . Not just a little screaming but on and on . a minute later more booms . and then it dawned on me the...
I took my kayak for a paddle along access #1 today. One little guy liked my #20 black midge... A bit of success goes a long way... It's good to see young of the year in the water. And yes, I filled out the survey! BTW will answering -2 on the surveys get us more resources? Just wondering.
Thanks to SK60 and other members willing to provide some wisdom, I had MY best day on the Putah EVER yesterday. So much so I got in trouble with the wife for staying too long! While my expereince pales in comparison to the descriptions of the past, I feel less discouraged than my prior outings. My first d...
Just wanted to report a great fishing story . I usally go fishing and have fair results . Not this time . I went out for six hours yesterday and landed six one over two lbs . I really need to start bringing a camera no ones going to belive me . This thing was crazy big . I am sold on small flys . anyway dont give u...
This was my first time fishing in the summer at Putah. All the usual hot spots were under water so much of my time was spent hunting for fishable places. It was frustrating in general as many of the obvious "fishy" runs were inaccessable. I hooked 5 and landed 1 small fish. Had another 3 gra...
Took the old lady out camping this weekend. I saw a fish chasing damsel fies but not too sure what it was. We rented a canoe and took it up stream. I saw a pod of fish that were roughly 5lb average. I thought it was large trout but might have been squaw fish. I didnt't see ANYTHING else from the fork down to the b...
Hit the creek today kinda slow at first ended up at # 1 for an hour or so , then up to the bridge and started getting some fish Yaaaa I caught a fish then I landed a really nice fish probably the best fish I ever caught on putah really nice fish very pink and very crome God I love Putah creek
If anyone asks you any questions about fishing the next two months. Your answer should be eggs and rubberlegs... Sometimes more eggs and sometimes more rubberlegs. I talked with Fish and Game on the Feather yesterday and they are issuing big tickets for targeting salmon in the low flow!! They ha...
Cabin fever had me at my wits end yesterday and decided to hit putah late morninig today. Turned out to be a good day out there. I just realized I have only fished putah twice this summer. Picked up a couple Putah bullets and had some fun. My question is this....the 1st fish had these weird lesions or m...
Took a friend out to the creek to show him how much fun fly fishing is , Not . I couldn't buy a fish . They should just plant the darn thing there is just too few fish . God I hate that creeik
Here at Cast Hope we have some huge news. We have taken a second step to follow up with the kids that we take out on free guided trips. Check out what Hogan wrote on the Idylwilde Blog about our first summer clinic. Here is the link: http://idylwilde.com/wordpress/ if you want to stay up on Hogan's rants &...
I need some input. I'm looking for a reel to pair with a 5 wt Orvis Access. I'm looking to spend around $200, and am absolutely overwhelmed by the selection. Can anyone help with some suggestions or even just basic traits to look for in a decent reel? Much appreciated!
Hit the Yuba up one last time above the HWY 20 bridge before it closes in 2 weeks. The flows are still high and the water is absolutely gin clear. I'm sure every fish can spot an angler moving along the banks in no time at this clarity. It was a rather steamy 97 degrees during the day and I'm glad I brought 2...
saw a guy parked at this spot just below the resort , full size truck backed up to the river . when I approched I noticed the rods, line out , an agressive dog not leashed and his girl friend . not sure what they where doing I am not sure if she was even wearing clothes as they looked homeless sleeping...
After last year’s trip into Inyo National Forest I couldn’t help but go back again for another eight day stint in the wilderness. This year however I dragged not only the Mrs. but two of my buddies from back home to experience the breathtaking magnitude of the Eastern Sierras. We followed the same 70m...
Hi all, I'm returing to fly fishing after an extended absesnce (I have my wife's permission) and it looks like Putah Creek is the closest fishery to my home in the East Bay. I'm off to the store this weekend to drop a small fortune on gear, and any advice on what I should buy would be appreciated, but mostl...
I've hit the south fork two weekends in a row, truly outstanding dry fly action!! Caddis, beetles and hoppers were really doing the trick. Also ventured down to the Merced right at El Portal and did very well with nymphs; in fact caugh my biggest trout to date on a #20 green copper john
Hi all, well after almost 7 years of not fishing Putah, ( too busy raising kids) I'm coming back. I cut my teeth on Putah in 1996, it took me years to figure it out. I hope it hasn't changed much, still little bugs (18 and 20) right? I've been watching the flows this week. I can't remember when I can start...
Going over to the Mammoth area next week. I am somewhat familiar with the area, but still really learning the area. I make it over maybe once a year and usually fish the Upper Owens and if I feel up to facing the crowds, Hot Creek. I will be with my wife and young daughter so I am interested in any suggesti...
Our friend, African Angler, also known Alastair, will be leaving us for an undetermined length of time to make wine in Spain. Those of us who know Alastair have enjoyed working with him on numerous Putah Creek Trout projects, fishing various waters, and drinking his very special wines. His generosi...
Does anyone know when the next organized PCT clean up day will be? I was out there earlier this evening and its gotten pretty messy with all the trash. It would be nice if we could do something before the flows drop so that when the creek does become fishable again we don't have to stare at someone's left...
