The following posts have something to do with Fly Fishing in general and include trips I’ve taken to different parts of the world seeking that next great experience. Included are all the local trips as well. These posts are not specific to location.
“The great charm of fly-fishing is that we are always learning.” – Theodore Gordon
Wednesday August 23, 2023 – After last weeks no hitter, I wasn’t planning on fishing the forebay again today but Brian had fished the forebay yesterday and he told me he got 4 fish in 1 1/2 hours. So, I started fishing the power station at around 8:00. Water was coming in and there…
Wednesday August 16, 2022 Sometime I have a day where nothing seem to be working out. I am headed to Meridian Idaho tomorrow for the weekend to hang out with my sister and mom. With the wind conditions ideal today despite the 104 degree highs, I figured I might get a few hours of…
For me, returning to the fish San Luis Reservoir or the Forebay is like scratching a nagging itch – an urge that’s relentless, demanding satisfaction. This compulsion doesn’t care where I am at in the world and I long to get back to my home water even when Im fishing somewhere else. Rain or shine,…
July 24, 2023 – I was hoping to fish today but got “Wind Blocked”. Instead, my buddy Vaughn inspired me to write poetry instead….. Ode to the Red Light In a lake where winds prevail, Amidst the gusts, a tale unveils, Of anglers bold, with hearts afire, To chase the striped bass, their heart’s…
July 21, 2023 -Today was a truly unforgettable day spent fishing with my good friend Ken Oda. We took advantage of the predicted calm winds, making it an ideal day to go out on the water. Meeting at Dinosaur Point around 9:00 AM, we set off towards the Trash Racks. Although I had anticipated the…
July 19, 2023. After setting a record with Dan in the Upwelling day before yesterday landing 93 fish in one day. I was anxious to get back out if another calm day came up. I was eager to return to break that record if another calm day presented itself. Whether it was wishful thinking or…
July 15, 2023 – Two hundred and fifty feet down and a football field out from the trash racks exists a fishing phenomena I call “The Upwelling”. It occurs when water is pumped into the lake from the forebay through the massive pumps at the base of the trash racks. On a calm day like…
Ive been using my July 4th week working around the house and doing some fishing projects that I have put off just waiting for an opportunity to fish. Since getting back from Baha, its been difficult to get back to fishing San Luis Reservoir and I have’t fished it since I got back. It could…
Palapas La Ventana has established itself as a popular choice for fly fishing enthusiasts. The resort has hosted various fly fishing clubs from California and has become a favorite spot for staging unforgettable fly fishing trips. Flyfishing Icons like Gary Bulla and Glen Ueda annually fish here for Rooster Fish and Dorado and this location…
June 23, 2023 – Just a couple of days ago, I couldn’t help but think that you can never have enough of a good thing. Well, that turned out to be a jinx. It seemed like the wind was finally going to calm down and give us a break for a couple of days. However,…
Today, Wednesday, June 21, 2023, serves as a poignant reminder of life’s blessings and my imminent retirement. After 40 years of running a private practice, transitioning from four days of clinical work to just two has brought about noticeable changes. This year, I’ve taken up fishing the lake and forebay on Wednesdays for the first…
Saturday June 17, 2023 – A few weeks ago, my friend Steph and I had an amazing day fishing on the lake, and ever since then, I’ve been eager to get back out there almost every day. Today was the first day in three weeks that the “Red Light” warning for the lake and Forebay…
Wednesday June 7, 2023. – The lake has been good for the last couple weeks for those fishermen brave enough to go out in unpredictable winds. As of late, The three phone apps that I use to predict the wind conditions on the lake are WindAlert, Windfinder and Windy have been wrong. In the…
Saturday June 4, 2023 After my fishless day at the Forebay last week, I had a hunch that things were about to change. The sonar showed a significant number of fish, and the weed growth was slightly behind schedule. Once the weeds reach their peak, it’s a sign that the bait will flourish, and…
After my memorable fishing trip in April with the “Pescadores,” I was eagerly looking forward to the proposed Memorial Day Couples Hex weekend with our close-knit group of friends: Wayne, Zandi, Peter, Jackie, Jerry, Adrian, and Pat. I was excited to introduce Gina to the wonders of Henderson Springs and share with her why I…
Earlier this year, my friend Ken Oda extended an invitation to join him and his buddy Hogan Brown for a Spotted Bass fishing trip on Oroville Lake. Unfortunately, I had to cancel due to a second bout of Covid, but the unexpected silver lining was the rescheduled trip that took place last Saturday. It may…
During my recent return journey from Portugal, enduring a grueling 17-hour marathon flight, I had ample time to reflect on the wonderful aspects of residing in San Jose, California. Among the many advantages, one that stood out was the diverse range of opportunities available for fly fishing within a five-hour drive from my home. Currently,…
May 15, 2023. It was great to get back out on the lake after three weeks off . As predicted , the lake went off these last weeks while I was in Spain. I was planning on exploring the full lake alone yesterday but invited Vaughn at the last movement. After a long recovery…
The 2023 atmospheric river brought a landmark amount of rain and snow to Henderson Springs leaving a significant impact on the Ranch. The precipitation provided much-needed relief to the area, which had experienced severe drought in the past few years. I remember last year in April, Mark Henderson was stressed out about how low the…
Friday April 14, 2023. The next three weeks are going to busy for me with a Henderson Springs trip next week and a long awaited Cruise to Spain, Morocco and Portugal following that, it may be mid May till I can fish the forebay again. I fished hard the last couple weeks almost every other…