by: Terry Jepsen August 2, 2021

Proper Disposal of Your Tippet & Leader Materials in Fly Fishing Fly fishers are conservationists at heart and stewards of the land. However, one area where we might sometimes fall… Read More »

by: Justin Miller June 25, 2021

Gear Review: The Hatch Iconic Fly Reel By Justin Miller Good things come to those who wait … The much anticipated new Hatch Iconic reel has finally dropped and is… Read More »

by: Terry Jepsen June 3, 2021

Run From the Sun – Ways to Protect Yourself From The Sun While Fly Fishing Many of us remember the days of the sun gods and sun goddesses. Heck, your… Read More »

by: Terry Jepsen May 28, 2021

For many of us, this is our favorite time of the year. The weather is warming up, the flowers are blooming, and the fish are rising. We just finished celebrating mothers in… Read More »

by: Terry Jepsen May 2, 2021

It’s early May, which means Mother’s Day is just around the corner. From waders to hats to guided trips, we’re sharing a few ideas to help you find the perfect… Read More »

by: Terry Jepsen April 7, 2021

Abel Reels Revamped A Look at Abel’s Advancements in Fly Fishing Reels Over the past several years Abel Reels has redesigned their entire lineup of fly reels. Many of you… Read More »

by: Patrick Pendergast October 4, 2021

Fishing Report September 26 – October 03, 2021 Another fantastic week was had here at ESBL, it fairly flew by with the accompaniment of 8 anglers.  We had the pleasure… Read More »

by: Patrick Pendergast October 4, 2021

Fishing Report September 19 – 26, 2021 We’re having way too much fun here at ESBL as another week flew by.  I don’t think you could dream up a better… Read More »

by: Patrick Pendergast September 20, 2021

Fishing Report September 12 – 19, 2021 We’ve had another great week here at ESB Lodge.  It was a fun 6 days of fishing, and the lodge had the pleasure… Read More »

by: Patrick Pendergast September 14, 2021

Fishing Report September 05 – 12, 2021 We’ve wrapped up another great week here at ESB Lodge as we enjoy the last days of summer.  It’s been a great season… Read More »

by: Patrick Pendergast September 6, 2021

Fishing Report August  29 – September 05, 2021 We’ve enjoyed another action-packed week here at ESB Lodge.  The lodge had the privilege of hosting a group of 6 friends, all… Read More »

by: Patrick Pendergast August 30, 2021

Fishing Report August 22 – 29, 2021 We’ve enjoyed another fun week here at ESB Lodge.  We are watching summer slip away in the Yucatan and early signs of fall… Read More »

by: Mike Parker August 9, 2021

Stillwater Fishing The Peaceful Alternative by Mike Parker As the water drips down from the paddle blade, and you quietly glide across the mirror-like surface of the lake, you finally… Read More »

by: Bryan Quick July 27, 2021

Summer Run Steelhead Fly Fishing in Northern California By Bryan Quick Stepping into the river, I made my way into the top of the first run of the day. The… Read More »

by: Chris King July 20, 2021

Spey Obsession by Chris King What is it about Spey fishing that turns so many of us into swing junkies? Is it easier than other fly rod methods? Is it… Read More »

by: Bryan Quick July 15, 2021

8 Reasons to Hire a Guide for Your Next Fly Fishing Trip by Bryan Quick Some of you may be wondering if it’s worth hiring a professional fly fishing guide… Read More »

by: Terry Jepsen June 9, 2021

Simple Tips for Fly Fishing in the Summer Heat As we come roaring into summer here in NorCal, with several days tipping past the 100-degrees mark, we need to start… Read More »

by: Chris King April 19, 2021

Techniques For Dry Fly Fishing Recognizing Rise Forms Whenever we are faced with fish dimpling on the surface of an otherwise glass-smooth piece of water, the angler in all of… Read More »