January 2021 Fly Fishing News

 

GuideBox ~ Guided Experiences for the DIY Angler

Whether you’re new to it, want to explore new rivers or traveling and want to get on the water, GuideBox is the quickest and easiest way to get the gear and information you need in river specific and guide-curated kits to get fishing. Each GuideBox is curated with the right flies, the right leader and the right gear for your river, at the time you want to fish it. Also included with each box is a detailed river map, guide notes, a handful of stickers, and a mystery surprise for on or off the water. Your GuideBox contains all the information and equipment you need to become a proficient and ethical angler, and subscribers gain access to a members only web and mobile portal with up to the minute river information, water conditions, guide notes and instructional content. For more information and to get involved go HERE.

Togens Custom Hooks & Beads

I’d like to announce my partnership with Togens Fly Shop in using their hooks and beads exclusively for my guide service, and myself. I’m super stoked to have this opportunity as Togens makes some really cool and innovative products for creating custom flies. They offer many different bends and styles of hooks like the 3 times heavy scud hooks in sizes 18 and 20 – Those are really hard to find! They’ve also just added a 60 degree jig style hook for Euro Nymphing flies as well.

For more information and to receive your discount on future orders go HERE

Upcoming Fly Fishing Workshops, Tours, and Clinics for 2021 

More than a guide trip, my workshops are for the fly angler wanting to learn more about specialized techniques from dry fly fishing to tight line nymphing, and more. Below are my current workshops being offered. Look for more upcoming workshops to be announced as we roll into the new year! For information and available spots for 2021, contact me HERE 

Skwala Workshop – Yuba River, 1/16/2021 (Booked)
Skwala Workshop – Tri-Valley Fly Fishers, 1/27/2021 (Booked)
Skwala Workshop – Tri-Valley Fly Fishers, 1/30/2021 (Booked)
Entomology Workshop – Yuba River, 1/24/2021 (2 booked, 2 spots open)
Skwala Workshop – 2/13 & 14, Diablo Valley Fly Fishing Club (Covid Canceled)
Skwala Workshop – 2/20 & 21, Peninsula Fly Fishers (Booked)
Skwala Workshop – Yuba River, 2/23/2021 (2 booked, 2 spots open)

Lower Yuba River Fly Fishing Report

1/13/2021 – Fresh report is up on the blog, it’s lengthy, with a lot of good info. For a report go HERE

 Upcoming Presentations for 2021

If your fly fishing club is looking for quality presentations that teach the specifics, like my new “Skwalas on the Yuba”, “Mastering the Dry Fly”, “The North Fork Yuba River”, and “Creekin The Lost Sierra”, or many other scenic destination programs, CONTACT me to arrange a date. A complete list of clubs and trade shows I’ve presented at can be found HERE

Project Healing Waters – 1/20/2021
Fly Fishers of Davis – 1/26/2021
Stanislaus Fly Fishers – 2/9/2021
Tahoe Truckee Fly Fishers – 2/18/2021
Amador Fly Fishers – 3/16/2021
Santa Lucia Fly Fishers – 8/12/2021

Fly Fishing Entomology Workshops For 2021 – New Dates!!!

I’m holding entomology workshops on the Lower Yuba River during the winter season, and on the North Fork Yuba River during the spring/summer seasons. Click HERE for more information and to reserve your spot!