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: Terry Jepsen March 26, 2021

Top Six Fly Fishing Nippers and Why! (Life is too short for crappy nippers) Is there anything more frustrating than trying to snip a piece of tippet off the fly… Read More »

by: Patrick Pendergast June 28, 2021

Fishing Report June 20 – 27, 2021 We have enjoyed ourselves here at ESB Lodge hosting another great week. A much needed break from the rough weather was welcomed from… Read More »

by: Patrick Pendergast June 23, 2021

Fishing Report June 13 – 20, 2021 While the weather was certainly a challenge, we have managed to enjoy another full week with six anglers here at Espiritu Santo Bay… Read More »

by: Terry Jepsen June 15, 2021

Essential Gear for Fly Fishing for Taimen in Mongolia By Michael Caranci Taimen are the largest trout in the world, a prehistoric mega-fish. They’re not just big … they’re mean.… Read More »

by: Patrick Pendergast June 14, 2021

Fishing Report June 06 – 13, 2021 We have wrapped up another enjoyable week here at Espiritu Santo Bay Lodge. A group of six anglers joined us, including Keith Smith… Read More »

by: Patrick Pendergast June 7, 2021

Fishing Report May 30 – June 06, 2021 It is hard to believe that we only have four more weeks left of the first half of the season here at… Read More »

by: Patrick Pendergast May 31, 2021

Fishing Report May 23 – 30, 2021 Another enjoyable week has flown by here at Espiritu Santo Bay Lodge. Last week’s rough weather and tough conditions seem like a distant… Read More »

by: chrisk 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: chrisk 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 »

by: chrisk April 13, 2021

Techniques for Dry Fly Fishing Part One: Casting to Trout A sight seared into my memory is one large brown holding off of a cut bank just above the weir… Read More »

by: Bryan Quick March 17, 2021

Top Five Flies for Fly Fishing Northern California By Bryan Quick We are often asked, “What is your favorite fly?” This can be a long discussion leading down riffles and… Read More »