California Fly Fisher

10/11/2024

Where will the weekend take you?

Share pics of your adventures with our Fall issue in hand. We'll send a CFF hat to a few of our favs!

10/07/2024

The Fall issue is out now filled with ideas, inspiration, and tips for your next angling adventure. Included is an article on favorite river flies for Northern California rivers by Lance Gray, a Trinity River primer by Mike Malekos, and a Piru Creek backcountry adventure by Bernard Yin.
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10/06/2024

The fly-fishing world has lost a true treasure with the passing of acclaimed author and original trout bum, John Gierach. His sincere storytelling and sharp wit captured the essence of our passion, leaving a lasting imprint on the angling community. His words will forever guide us on the water, reminding us of the beauty, humor, and wisdom found in every cast. We are eternally grateful for the legacy he leaves behind.



Photo by Mike Dvorak -www.dvorakphotography.com

10/05/2024

YubaFest 2024

09/30/2024

October holds a special place for many California anglers. Steelhead fishing in the valley, trout fishing in the Sierra, and striper fishing in the Delta. Make sure to set aside time to get on the water this season. It will be time well spent.

Photos: 
Fall on the Trinity
Truckee trout fishing
Klamath steelhead by Craig Ballenger

09/27/2024

Coming soon in the Fall issue...Spotlight Destination: Trinity River. We give you all you need to know to chase after steelhead on this Klamath River tributary.  Subscribe at the link in bio to get your issue. 

Photo 1: Swinging for steelhead by
Photo 2: Old Lewiston Bridge by
Photo 3: Sunrise on the Trinity by
Photo 4: Fall colors by
Photo 5: Author on the river courtesy Mike Malekos

09/24/2024

We lost an irreplaceable treasure today with the passing of Craig Ballenger. Craig was a dear friend, colleague, and the most interesting person most of us will ever have the pleasure of knowing. Our hearts are heavy with the loss as we hold his family and friends in our hearts.

09/22/2024

Happy first day of Fall! Where will your angling adventures take you this season? Our Fall issue is full of ideas and inspiration. Be sure to get yours next month by subscribing today at the link below.

Klamath photos: Cover image by Ken Morrish/Fly Water Travel .morrish | Background image by Phil Reedy



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09/20/2024

Have you signed up for The Drift - our monthly newsletter? Do it now. The latest installment is blasting out soon! Link below to sign up.

In the issue we highlight the Klamath River reconnection, give you expert tips on how to approach fall fishing on rivers across the state, pulled a reflective piece from the archives on September’s transitions, and shared premium content on angler etiquette to keep things smooth out on the water.

Photo 1: Klamath River flowing freely at old Iron Gate Dam location. By Swiftwater Films
Photo 2: Trinity River by Julia Mitchell



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09/13/2024

Fall is upon us...a favorite time for California anglers. We celebrate it all in the Fall issue. Subscribe today to read about Trinity steelhead, the best river flies around the state, ghosts in Gold Rush country, and exploring Piru Creek...to name a few.

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09/13/2024

Fall is upon us...a favorite time for California anglers. We celebrate it all in the Fall issue. Subscribe today to read about Trinity steelhead, the best river flies around the state, ghosts in Gold Rush country, and exploring Piru Creek...to name a few. 

Photo 1: Trinity River
Photo 2: Klamath River by Phil Reedy
Photo 3: Spooky river by
Photo 4: Rebecca on Piru Creek by

09/11/2024

The Fall issue is coming together! The issue is packed with articles on topics like the Channel Islands, Trinity River, October Caddisfly, the History of the Klamath, and much, much more. Subscribe by 9/12 to be sure you’re one of the first to receive the magazine written for you - the California angler. 

Photo 1: Trinity River by George Revel
Photo 2: October Caddis by John Kreft
Photo 3: Coho Salmon by Obi Kaufmann
Photo 4: Kayaking the Channel Islands by Mike Pease
Photo 5: Trinity River by Julia Mitchell

09/06/2024

Did you miss the Summer issue of CAFF? Make sure to subscribe by September 12 to get the Fall issue delivered to your doorstep and unlock exclusive online content. Link to subscribe in bio.

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09/04/2024

Introducing you to more of our team members who help shape the voice of California Fly Fisher! Meet Matt, Bernard, and Dagur. 

Matt Heron owns and operates Matt Heron Fly Fishing with his wife Lulana. They’re a full-time school and outfitter in Truckee, CA. Going on nearly 20 years! The pair also runs a small, hosted travel program to some of the world’s top angling destinations. Matt also stays busy as the Reno/Tahoe Regional Director for Cast Hope, exposing at-risk youth to the outdoors through fly fishing. 

Favorite CA fish/water: - Truckee River, rivers with steelhead that eat a swung fly, and anywhere you can sight fish. 

One day to fish before the zombie apocalypse: I’d love to chase the wolds largest Atlantic salmon on the Kola Peninsula...or the Seychelles.. Damn that’s a tough question!

Bernard Yin has worn a variety of hats as a fly angler — from fly shop rat as a kid in the 70s to guide to an obsessed explorer of So Cal’s creeks. In recent years, he’s found greater reward in participating in conservation-oriented work versus actually having a rod in hand. However, it is fly fishing that brought him to this point. He and his partner Rebecca also play music at Fly Fishing events. 

Favorite CA fish/water: My favorite places are the state’s more remote streams or rivers, preferably on the west slope of the Sierra Nevada. I do have a fondness for the Owens Gorge due to its unusual geology. Southern California’s remote mountains also fascinate the heck out of me. That being said, I am known to cave to the temptation of summer sessions in the surf for Corbina or throwing bass bugs. (Continued in the comments below)

08/29/2024

Labor Day weekend is upon us, marking the end of summer. Where are you going fishing? Let us know in the comments!



08/22/2024

Let’s get ready for the weekend! How about trying surf fishing for stripers after reading these 10 tips? Let us know where you’re going in the comments.

Link below for “10 Tips for Striper Fishing in the Surf”

https://calflyfisher.com/blogs/10-tips-for-striper-fishing-in-the-surf/

08/17/2024

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08/12/2024

“Perfectly symmetrical, these diminutive trout look as though they belong on some tropical reef off the coast of Meso America, not tucked away at the base of a lava flow in some forgotten backwater of the Sierra Nevada.” -Craig Ballenger

Link in below to read “Craig’s Corner”

https://calflyfisher.com/stories/craigs-corner/

08/10/2024

As you head out on the water this weekend, give a wave, a nod, or even say hello to your fellow anglers as suggested in ‘The Angler’s Wave’ by Michael Malekos. You can read the column in our Summer Issue. Pick one up at your local fly shop or Barnes & Noble and subscriber today to receive the Fall issue.

What’s a positive encounter with another angler you’ve had on the water?

Link below to read “The Angler Wave”

https://calflyfisher.com/stories/the-angler-wave/

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08/07/2024

Summer is here, and now is the moment to pursue Corbina on the beaches of Southern California! Sign up for our newsletter to receive blogs like this and more.

Link below to read “Summer Beans Make Me Feel Fine”

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08/04/2024

The heat is on across California. For tips on what to do - and what NOT to do - check out this blog from CalTrout by Mike Wier.

Link below to read the full story.

https://caltrout.org/news/tips-for-safe-fishing-in-the-summer-heat

08/03/2024

CalTrout’s latest podcast is all about fly fishing in California. Our favorite topic!

08/02/2024

Get to know a few of our team members who help shape the voice of California Fly Fisher!

Hogan Brown
Fly-fishing guide for bass and owner of Alluvial Marketing

Favorite CA fish/water: Lower Sacramento River for stripers

One day to fish before the zombie apocalypse: Lower Sacramento River for stripers with my wife and two boys

Julia Mitchell
Co-founder of Rising to the Fly, a nonprofit that aims to break down barriers and make fly fishing inclusive and accessible to all women by providing gear, garb, and guidance to women at all stages of their fly fishing journey.

Favorite CA fish/water: Trinity river. I love steelhead and it’s a very technical and unforgiving river so landing a fish feels like a huge victory. In addition, it’s just beautiful scenery and animal life.

One day to fish before the zombie apocalypse: I’d start in Junction City and hopscotch my way down the Trinity but New Zealand is on my bucket list. Does travel time count?!

Mike Wier
Certified fish nerd. I work for CalTrout producing media and doing outreach and project management. I’m a Patagonia Fly-Fishing Ambassador. I’ve been producing fly-fishing video content since 2000.  I also spent a decade and a half guiding for Tahoe Fly Fishing Outfitters.

Favorite CA fish/water: Well, that rotates with the seasons. Winter - North Coastal Steelhead; Spring-Rivers and lake-run trout; Summer-striped bass in the rivers; Fall: Migratory or still water brown trout

One day to fish before the zombie apocalypse: Fanny Bridge on the Truckee River ;)

John Sherman
Fishing rep for Simms, St Croix, Hatch, Lamson, G-Ratt Baits and Solitude flies in CA, AZ, NV, HI. Also fishing photographer and writer.

Favorite CA fish/water:  I have two, the CA Delta every month except January and February where I love to swing flies on the North Coast winter steelhead rivers.
The CA Delta is my favorite because of the diversity of the fishery, including shallow water sight fishing during warm weather months.Stripers, bass, carp, salmon and steelhead, oh my...

One day to fish before the zombie apocalypse: Probably GT Fishing in the Seychelles.  Top of my bucket list.

07/30/2024

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