by: Terry Jepsen September 23, 2024

NCCFFI Hall of Fame Event – The History & Story David Draheim, then a member of Mount Diablo Fly Fishers conceived the idea of the Hall of Fame Event to… Read More »

by: jtaylor September 16, 2024

The Winston Pure Series is known as an accurate and delicate presentation style rod  with a wide range of lengths and weights to accommodate any small stream or lake.  This… Read More »

by: Terry Jepsen August 7, 2024

I was born in the Sutter Buttes. I also happen to be born an identical twin, brother to Matthew Benson. Before the age of 6 we were both set loose… Read More »

by: Terry Jepsen July 18, 2024

I’m 19 years old (2024), soon to be a sophomore in college! I’m currently studying financing and marketing. I was born in the gloomy city of Youngstown, Ohio (my parents… Read More »

by: Terry Jepsen July 8, 2024

I started fly fishing in 1998, and I was lucky enough to have friends who guide, and they were willing to take me out fishing, so I learned from the… Read More »

by: Terry Jepsen May 24, 2024

Father’s Day is just around the corner (Sunday – June 16th) and like every year we have come up with some wonderful gift ideas for that very special person in… Read More »

by: Erik Argotti October 30, 2024

Erik Argotti’s Colorado Travel Chronicle – 2024 North Fork Ranch (September 21-24) Taylor River Lodge (September 24-27) Black Canyon Hosted Trip (September 27-October 1) September 21: I got a ride… Read More »

by: Chris King May 28, 2024

After a winter of chasing steelhead here in NorCal nothing gets me more excited than the thought of stringing up a 5 or 6 weight and the start of trout… Read More »

by: Patrick Pendergast April 18, 2024

Fishpond Wind River Roll-Top Dry Backpack By Patrick Pendergast I am not a gear hound, I like to keep my kit simple – form follows function for me. I appreciate… Read More »

by: Erik Argotti April 4, 2024

2024 Rio Mataveni Hosted Trip Report – March 12 – 25, 2024 by Erik Argotti There were 10 of us on this trip. All the guys were seasoned travelers and… Read More »

by: Mike Mercer December 18, 2023

Last Openings at Lava Creek Lodge for the 2024 Season! Fantastic fishing at Lava Creek Lodge in one of the most remote and unfished corners of Alaska is only six… Read More »

by: Terry Jepsen November 27, 2023

2023 Tanzania Trip Report – November 1 – 13, 2023 by Erik Argotti November 1: I arrived at the Redding airport around 5 am for a 6 am flight to… Read More »

by: Bryan Quick May 31, 2024

‘Sometimes you just want to be alone.’  This has been our concept for nearly a half century rooting out and vetting private ranches with angling opportunities here in the North… Read More »

by: Mike Parker April 19, 2024

2024 is a special year when talking about cicadas.  This year, in May, we are expecting a massive hatch of these critters that will produce billions, if not trillions of… Read More »

by: Bryan Quick February 10, 2024

Essential Gear:  Small Streams by Bryan Quick Poking around on a little creek fooling smaller trout is one of my favorite pursuits in late spring through summer. I’m lucky we… Read More »

by: Chris King January 25, 2024

Curing the Steelhead Blues by Chris King Last winter in California was a tough year to be a steelheader. After spending the better part of 2 decades on the water… Read More »

by: Chris King January 16, 2024

Taking Better Photos Using Your Phone by Chris King In our catch and release world of fly fishing, the pictures we take are all the proof we have of our… Read More »

by: Bryan Quick August 23, 2023

This year began with so much precipitation, both rain and snow, which lead to near record snow packs and filled our reservoirs to capacity ensuring a great summer for the… Read More »

by: Patrick Pendergast December 2, 2024

Fishing Report – Week #14 November 17 – 24, 2024 Weather Conditions: The week brought mostly sunny days, setting the stage for another unforgettable experience on the waters of the… Read More »

by: Patrick Pendergast November 25, 2024

Fishing Report – Week #13 November 10 – 17, 2024 The Rio Marié lived up to its title as the ultimate destination for trophy peacock bass. This week, anglers from… Read More »

by: Patrick Pendergast November 19, 2024

Fishing Report #38 November 10 – 17, 2024 We wrapped up another great week here in the Jungle. Joining us for our final week was the usual closing crew of… Read More »

by: Patrick Pendergast November 14, 2024

Fishing Report – Week #12 November 03 – 10, 2024 An enthusiastic group arrived at Rio Marié, anticipating an unforgettable experience—and the river delivered. With water levels gradually adjusting, the… Read More »

by: Patrick Pendergast November 11, 2024

Fishing Report – Week #11 October 27 – November 03, 2024 This week, we welcomed two vibrant groups led by Kara and Emily, whose energy and persistence turned a challenging… Read More »

by: Patrick Pendergast November 11, 2024

Fishing Report #37 November 03 – 10, 2024 We’ve wrapped up another great week here at ESB. A welcome change in weather, some friendly returning guests, good food, and fun… Read More »