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Fishouts

Overview of the upcoming fishouts

Fishouts are for all members
From mentor trips for beginning fly fishers to advanced trips for the pro's and ranging from basic backpacking to luxurious lodging outings. The calendar below shows them all.

We need you!
If you have a favorite place that you are willing to share with your fellow PFF members then you are pre-qualified to be a fishmaster.  Go to "Become a Fishmaster" to learn more.

Fishout Refund Policy

There are no refunds. In the event that a member or guest is, for any reason, unable to attend a fishout he may resell his slot (rod) to another PFF member.  It is the sole responsibility of the member to manage this transaction.  This is not the responsibility of the fishmaster or officers of the club.

Fishout Data Sheet

Ready to run your first fishout? Download the data sheet to get started with your fishout.

121716-FISHOUT TEMPLATE 3.pdf

Waiver for Guests

Guests need to sign a waiver before they can attend a fishout. Please click and download the PDF below, sign and return to the fishmaster. 

PFF Fishout Waiver Form 

Upcoming events

    • April 02, 2023
    • 5:30 AM
    • April 03, 2023
    • 5:00 PM
    • Pyramid Lake (NV)
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Two Day Pyramid Lake (NV) Fish-out

    with Rob Anderson April 2,3, 2023

    Rod Limit 10 

    Registration begins November 1st 2022.

     A code will be e-mailed to new members before registration

    Please note: We have 1 rod open for Pyramid Fishout. If you are interested sign up ASAP

     

    10 attendees, 9 regular members and 1 new members (joined after 7-1-2022)




    Please note: We are requiring all attendees to follow Covid-19 Safety Precautions.

    • Social distance.
    • Wear masks when in the company of those outside your social bubble.
    • Wash your hands frequently.
    • Drive separately to the fishout unless with someone in your social bubble.
    • Consider these and other appropriate precautions for meals and accommodations.

    We will notify attendees before the fishout if the CDC's and local health authority's COVID safety guidelines change.


    Fish Master: Patrick Stauter email, pstauter@gmail.com. Cell # 415-509-2731 

    Agenda will be updated 2 weeks before the event.

    Experience level. intermediate to expert. Note You will need a Pyramid Lake Fishing Permit. The lake sits on the Pyramid Lake Paiute Indian Reservation. Permits can be purchased online. Review tab (click on) TRIP PLANNER and GEAR,  CLICK HERE for Permits. Don't forget to purchase your permit. 

    The permit ordering is a little confusing. CLICK HERE for step-by-step directions.

    Agenda Overview:

    • We meet at the lake  or a a predetermined location. On the first day, we can also meet anglers unfamiliar with the lake at an easier place to find along the way. The guide(s) will be at the lake at day break unless other plans have been made due to weather. Anglers can show up at their convenience in the morning.
    • Breakfast is served at the fishing location on the beach around 8:30-9:00 am. Breakfast is  bagels, coffee and juice.
    • After breakfast there may be a need to move fishing locations depending on the wind and the fish.
      Lunch is served around 1:00 pm at the fishing location and ranges from homemade soup and sandwiches to burgers or wraps depending on the weather.
    • The guide(s) will stay with the group until late afternoon or later depending on the fishing.

    ·Guide fees

    $425 including guide gratuity per angler for the two-day outing, with a 10 person limit



    What's included:

    Breakfast and lunch both days, including water, sports drinks, soft drinks and coffee.

    All necessary gear including ladders, rods and reels, waders, flies etc. It is a good idea if the anglers bring their own waders and rods if they have them.


    Accommodations:

    Last year the club stayed at the Nugget Casino and Resort. Covid-19 guidelines have been lifted. Masks are optional. 

    For Reservations please contact Reservation line 775-356-3330. You must mention you are part of the PFF group and Rob Anderson's BUCKETLIST FLY FISHING for booking. You also have an e-mail option spa-res-sups@marnellgaming.com

     There are several options for rooms including standard rooms, mini suites and two room suites. The rates at the Nugget are great and the location is perfect for fishing Pyramid. Free Airport Shuttle Service and Pick Up for Guided Trips as well. 

    Anglers can also use RFFO corporate account to get hotel rooms at a discounted rate at either the Silver Legacy (800-687-8733) or the Grand Sierra Resort (888-877-8944). When making reservations make sure you tell them you are booking your room under the corporate rate with Bucket List Fly Fishing. There is also camping at the lake if anglers have a hard-sided camper, RV etc. Days are long at the lake and the short 45-minute drive to Reno is recommended. Both hotels have 24-hour food, nice rooms and are a good choice after a lot of fishing at the lake. The rooms at the Grand Sierra are about $20 more a night but they offer a Junior Suite that has much more room for gear etc. for anglers sharing a room.

    Guide Service

    Rob Anderson and his staff will be providing all the services for this event. You can review his latest update click here

    If you have questions please give me a call 415-509-2731

    Tight lines to All

    Patrick




    • May 19, 2023
    • 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
    • Sacramento, CA
    • 8
    Registration is closed

    Guided Float Trip for American Shad on the Lower American River, Sacramento, CA. Eight (8) anglers, 2 per boat. This trip will feather those members that prefer the Swing method only.

    Registration opens: Thursday April 7

      

    NOTE: This is the first of two PFF guided shad fishouts on the Lower American River in Sacramento.  Please sign up for just one fishout.  If we still have open slots by April 21, we will allow members to sign up for both fishouts. 

    Description:

    The Lower American River below Nimbus Dam in Sacramento hosts an outstanding annual late spring / early summer run of shad.  A 2 hour drive from the Peninsula makes it one of the closest shad fisheries for PFF members.  This is a very doable day trip.

    Cost: $285 per person, two members per boat.  The fee includes lunch, gear and flies but does not include guide tip.  Please tip your guide accordingly after the fishout.  Also please inform the fishmaster if you have any dietary restrictions for lunch.

    Fishing the Shad Run:

    American Shad, like the striped bass, is an East Coast import to California from the 1870s.  It is an anadromous fish and anglers eagerly pursue it during its annual spawning runs into the state's rivers.  Shad, like tarpon, is a member of the herring family and is often called "poor man's tarpon".  Its willingness to hit flies and its amazing strength and fighting capabilities make it an extremely popular target of California anglers. 

    Please view or download the American River Shad Fishout document for details on what to wear and bring and where to meet.  Some attendees may opt to bring their own fly fishing gear and flies, and the document covers that also.

    Fishmaster: Allen Cary cell # 650-222-8947. Please note Allen will be out before the event If you have questions,  give Patrick Stauter 415-509-2731 or Bill Uyeki  650-483-0772.


    • June 02, 2023
    • 4:00 PM
    • June 04, 2023
    • 5:00 PM
    • UC Sierra Foothill Research & Extension Center 8279 Scott Forbes Road Browns Valley, CA 95918
    • 0
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    YUBA RIVER Private Water FISHOUT 

    June 3,4, 2023 

     New Member Registration opens February 2-9.  A code will be sent to you

    prior to registration


    Registration for all  Members opens February 10

    The University of California Regents have granted us access to their private water.  This PFF fishout is a great opportunity to fish for 2 days with other members of the club. Sausage or hot dog style lunch will be provided on Saturday. Be sure to bring plenty of water for this event. The private section has a nice covered picnic area with tables and BBQ's. Private restrooms are next to the parking area.

    $90 total per member for 2 days of fishing. 

    This event will be limited to 12 attendees.

    There will be a designated area for tent camping and RV's

    (self contained), no hook-ups on the site. Please note, there is no available drinking water on site, stock up!

    Click here for additional info

    There will be a Saturday morning Clinic provided by local

    guide, Clay Hash on how to flyfish the Yuba River

     

    Clay Hash, Fly Fishing Traditions

    Location: 

    Sierra Foothill Research & Extension Center

    8279 Scott Forbes Road Browns Valley, CA

    Directions: From Marysville, heading out of Marysville, you will make a right off of B Street (hwy. 20/70) onto highway 20, at that point it is 14.2 miles to Peoria Rd. Make a left on Peoria Rd. and follow the road (it goes to the right) and then turns into Scott Forbes. From Highway 20 to the gate is approximately 3.9 miles. If you miss the gate you will run into the UC buildings – turn around and go back. 

    Meeting time: 8AM at the Gate. You will receive a passcode by email for the gate prior to the fishout date.

    Fishmasters:  EJ Melzer  650-868-9097(mobile ) and Bob Keane (mobile 650-740-9078) If you want to know more about this great fishery? We recommend you go to the Ecological Angler.  Here your will find a list of recommended flies and some background on the river. The Link below will provide bug information for nymph and dry fly options. http://www.ecoangler.com/habitat/YubaRiverLower.html .

    You can also review the Yuba hatch guide here. Yuba River Hatch Fly Info 10 .pdf

    Gear recommended: 4,5,6 weight rods, Floating lines. If you plan to swing, bring along an assortment of sink tips.  This water also provides straight line nymphing opportunities.

    Lodging: These locations are copied from another website. Please call them for more information. 

    Restaurants: These eateries are copied from another website. Please call for more information

    • June 09, 2023
    • 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
    • Sacramento, CA
    • 8
    Registration is closed

    Guided Float Trip for American Shad on the Lower American River, Sacramento, CA. Eight (8) anglers, 2 per boat. This event will be open to all fishing methods, swing and indicator. Do your best to match up with your boat partner on method of choice. (Note: If you are open to all methods, you can sign up individually and we'll pair you with a boat partner.)

    Registration opens:  Friday April 7 

      

    NOTE: This is the second of two PFF guided shad fishouts on the Lower American River in Sacramento.  Please sign up for just one fishout.  If we still have open slots by April 21, we will allow members to sign up for both fishouts. 

    Description:

    The Lower American River below Nimbus Dam in Sacramento hosts an outstanding annual late spring / early summer run of shad.  A 2 hour drive from the Peninsula makes it one of the closest shad fisheries for PFF members.  This is a very doable day trip.

    Cost: $285 per person, two members per boat.  The fee includes lunch, gear and flies but does not include guide tip.  Please tip your guide accordingly after the fishout.  Also please inform the fishmaster if you have any dietary restrictions for lunch.

    Fishing the Shad Run:

    American Shad, like the striped bass, is an East Coast import to California from the 1870s.  It is an anadromous fish and anglers eagerly pursue it during its annual spawning runs into the state's rivers.  Shad, like tarpon, is a member of the herring family and is often called "poor man's tarpon".  Its willingness to hit flies and its amazing strength and fighting capabilities make it an extremely popular target of California anglers. 

    Please view or download the American River Shad Fishout document for details on what to wear and bring and where to meet.  Some attendees may opt to bring their own fly fishing gear and flies, and the document covers that also.

    Fishmaster: TBD  


    • June 22, 2023
    • 12:00 PM
    • June 25, 2023
    • 11:00 AM
    • Castle Crags State Park (Dunsmuir)
    • 14
    Registration is closed

    Upper Sac & McCloud Weekend in Dunsmuir

    June 22-25, 2023  Castle Crags Camp Grounds

    Space for campers 14 rods

    Registration begins Thursday April 10 for All Members



    Fish Master: EJ Melzer, Patrick Stauter

    Just like last year, we are planning to use the Castle Crags campsite and camp on the side of the river. Fish from your tent if you want.

    EJ will be doing a show and tell for European style nymphing and will be tying his specialty, the woven nymph, on Saturday. He will provide a hands on demonstration and individual assistance for those that are new to this style of fishing. 

    We have reserved the max of 5 tags on Friday June 23 for the Nature Conservancy section on the McCloud, for those that are in Dunsmuir early Friday morning and want to fish this beautiful stretch of river. 

    Patrick will make reservations for Thursday, Friday and Saturday night at the campground. We have several BBQ pits and have access to hot showers and restrooms on the campground.

    Some of us will go up on Wednesday afternoon to fish Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Some will come on Thursday and some will arrive on Friday. It all works, when it gets closer to the weekend we will get everyones travel plans and coordinate.

    If you don't like campgrounds there are reasonably priced lodging options nearby in Dunsmuir. 


    Food and drink 'rough' schedule:

    Thursday Night Dinner at Café Maddalena at 5PM for those in Dunsmuir early. Please call Patrick to reserve your spot. Saturday night dinner is salads and Pizza at the campground from the local pizza factory.

    We are also working to get some 'sausage' sponsors for Friday night and hope to include that also. If successful we will BBQ at the campground while we watch and fish the evening hatch.This event is BYOB and any additional food for breakfast and lunch will be up to the attending individuals.

    The June 1st Workshop will discuss gear and bugs for the fish out.
    Cost: $75 /angler for Saturday night Dinner and supplies and campsite fees. Maximum Campers 14 rods.


    Questions? Contact EJ Melzer

    650-868-9097

    Patrick Stauter

    415-509-2731

Past events

March 04, 2023 Two Day Pyramid Lake (NV)Date has changed. Fishout March 4,5, 2023
January 28, 2023 CANCELLED - Yuba River Private Water Fishout | January 28,29, 2023
January 20, 2023 CANCELED Rescheduled - LUK LAKE Fishout January 20-21 2023
October 21, 2022 Truckee 2022 Fishout
October 08, 2022 Striped Bass Clinic with Lee Haskin (Saturday)
October 07, 2022 Striped Bass Clinic with Lee Haskin (Friday) - CANCELLED
July 08, 2022 Hex Hatch Tour / Fishout, Lake Almanor with Lance Gray
June 23, 2022 Upper Sac Weekend in Dunsmuir June 23-26 2022
June 04, 2022 Yuba River Private Water Fishout | June 4,5, 2022
May 13, 2022 May 13 Shad Fishout (American River)
May 11, 2022 May 11 Shad Fishout (American River)
April 03, 2022 Two Day Pyramid Lake (NV) Fishout April 3,4 2022
February 05, 2022 Yuba River Private Water Fishout | Feb 5-6, 2022
January 14, 2022 LUK LAKE Fishout January 14 and 15 2022
November 20, 2021 November Stillwater Striped Bass Fishout
October 16, 2021 October Stillwater Striped Bass Fishout
July 15, 2021 Upper Sac Weekend in Dunsmuir July 15-18 2021
June 18, 2021 Learning to Fly Fish the Surf -- Mini Fishout, June 18, 2021
June 12, 2021 Hex Hatch Tour, Lake Almanor with Lance Gray June 12
June 04, 2021 June 4 Shad Fishout (American River)
June 02, 2021 June 2 Shad Fishout (American River)
May 22, 2021 Yuba River Private Waters May 22-23, 2021
April 11, 2021 Two Day Pyramid Lake (NV) Fishout April 11,12 2021
February 21, 2021 Yuba River Workshop. Guide Jon Baiocchi
February 20, 2021 Yuba River Workshop. Guide Jon Baiocchi
January 29, 2021 LUK LAKE Fishout - CANCELLED
November 14, 2020 Stillwater Striped Bass Fishout
August 15, 2020 Learning to Fly Fish the Surf -- Mini Fishout, August 15, 2020
June 25, 2020 Upper Sac Weekend in Dunsmuir June 25-28, 2020
June 13, 2020 Shad Fishout #2 Lower Sacramento River with Jason Thatcher
June 12, 2020 Shad Fishout #1 (American River)
May 01, 2020 Bailey Creek Lodge May 1-3, 2020 CANCELLED
April 05, 2020 Two Day Pyramid Lake (NV) Fishout April 5-6 2020 Cancelled
March 13, 2020 Trinity River / Lewiston Lake Fishout
January 23, 2020 Pinelli's Trinity River Fishout January 23-26 2020
January 03, 2020 LUK LAKE Fishout January 3rd and 4th 2020
November 16, 2019 Stillwater Striped Bass Fishout
November 08, 2019 Trinity River / Lewiston Lake Fishout
October 31, 2019 Marble Mountain Ranch Klamath River Fish-out 2019
October 21, 2019 Sea Of Cortez, Palapas Resort October 21-28
September 20, 2019 Truckee River 2019 Fishout
August 04, 2019 Learning to Fly Fish the Surf -- Mini Fishout, August 4, 2019
August 02, 2019 Learning to Fly Fish the Surf -- Mini Fishout, August 2, 2019
July 31, 2019 Wyoming Golden Trout Trip. Early August Time Frame
July 11, 2019 Upper Sac Weekend in Dunsmuir July 11 - 14, 2019
June 21, 2019 Digger Creek Ranch June 21-23, 2019
June 08, 2019 Shad Fishout June 8, 2019
June 01, 2019 Learning to Fly Fish the Surf -- Mini Fishout, June 1, 2019
May 11, 2019 Learning to Fly Fish the Surf -- Mini Fishout, May 11, 2019
April 20, 2019 Learning to Fly Fish the Surf -- April 20, 2019
April 12, 2019 Learning to Fly Fish the Surf -- April 12, 2019
April 07, 2019 Two Day Pyramid Lake (NV) Fishout April 7 -8, 2019
January 31, 2019 Pinelli's Trinity River Fishout January 31, Feb 1,2,3 2019
December 01, 2018 POSTPONED - LUK LAKE December 1, 2018
November 16, 2018 Truckee River 2018 - Last Chance Fishout
November 11, 2018 Delta Fishout Sunday November 11, 2018
November 01, 2018 Marble Mountain Ranch Klamath River Fish-out 2018
October 14, 2018 One Week in Mexico Fish-Out
September 07, 2018 East Carson - Post Labor Day
July 12, 2018 Upper Sac Weekend in Dunsmuir July 12 - 15, 2018
June 27, 2018 Spicer Meadows Reservoir & Highland Creek
June 12, 2018 Digger Creek Ranch June 12-14
June 09, 2018 Shad Fishout 2018
April 27, 2018 Trinity River/Lewiston Lake, Fishout April 27,28,29 2018
April 08, 2018 Two Day Pyramid Lake (NV) Fishout April 8 -9, 2018
March 28, 2018 Baum Lake, Burney CA March 28 & 29
January 25, 2018 Pinelli's Trinity River Fishout January 25,26,27 2018
December 02, 2017 LUK LAKE December 2, 2017
October 08, 2017 ( Two Day Float Tube/Pontoon Pyramid Lake (NV) Fishout October 8 -9, 2017
October 07, 2017 Delta Bass Fishout October 7th
September 09, 2017 East Carson - post labor day
August 10, 2017 In Search of Liquid Gold: A High Sierra Backpacking Trip
July 13, 2017 Upper Sac Weekend in Dunsmuir July 13 - 16, 2017
June 17, 2017 Hex Hatch Tour, Lake Almanor with Lance Gray June 17 2017
May 31, 2017 Shad Fishout - Sac River
March 19, 2017 Eagle Canyon Trophy Trout February 24th
February 16, 2017 Pinelli's Trinity River Fishout NEW DATES February 16,17,18, 2017
December 10, 2016 LUK LAKE December 10th
October 27, 2016 Marble Mountain Ranch Klamath River 2016 Fishout
October 01, 2016 Truckee River - Last Chance Fishout
September 09, 2016 Crowley Lake Fishout September 9th, 10th 11th
June 23, 2016 Backpacking for California Gold: The Higher the Fewer.
June 13, 2016 One Week in Mexico
June 04, 2016 Shad Fishout
June 01, 2016 Spicer Meadows Reservoir & Highland Creek
May 28, 2016 Jeff Putnam Spey Camp
May 21, 2016 Spey Casting Tune-Up for Shad Fishing on the American River- May 21st
April 17, 2016 Two Day Pyramid Lake (NV) Fishout April 17th-18th
March 12, 2016 SURF Fishout -Palm Beach/Pajaro Dunes March 12
February 27, 2016 Eagle Canyon Trophy Trout February 27
February 11, 2016 Pinelli's Trinity River Fishout February 2016 NEW DATES
December 19, 2015 LUK Lake Fishout December 19th
October 22, 2015 Marble Mountain Ranch Klamath River Fishout
September 19, 2015 FISHOUT: Crowley Lake
September 12, 2015 FISHOUT: Single & 2-Hand Spey Casting Class
July 11, 2015 Upper Sac Weekend in Dunsmuir
June 25, 2015 Spicer Meadows Reservoir & Highland Creek
June 19, 2015 Lake Davis Fishout June 19th-21st
June 09, 2015 One Week in Mexico
April 26, 2015 Two Day Pyramid Lake (NV) Fishout
April 11, 2015 Yuba River Private Waters
February 28, 2015 Yuba River Walk and Wade Tour February 28th
February 21, 2015 Boys and Girls Club Fishout
January 22, 2015 Pinelli's Trinity River Fishout
December 13, 2014 LUK Lake Fishout
November 15, 2014 Trinity River Steelhead on the Swing with Andrew Harris
November 15, 2014 Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area-Fremont
October 23, 2014 Klamath River Fishout
October 21, 2014 Mexico Fishout
October 04, 2014 Truckee River Fishout
July 12, 2014 Fishout: Upper Sac (Dunsmuir)
June 28, 2014 Kern River Backpack Fishout
June 12, 2014 Fishout: Spicer Meadows Reservoir & Highland Creek
June 07, 2014 Surf Fishout - Aptos
May 30, 2014 Fishout: Spey casting & Shad fishing
May 10, 2014 Middle Fork Feather River Graeagle CA
April 27, 2014 Two Day Pyramid Lake (NV) Outing
March 08, 2014 Eagle Canyon Trophy Trout
January 23, 2014 Trinity Fish Out
November 16, 2013 Truckee River Fishout
October 24, 2013 Klamath River Fishout
October 07, 2013 Mexico Fishout
September 21, 2013 Fishout: East Carson
August 25, 2013 Fishout: Kern River Backpack
July 20, 2013 Fishout: Small Stream & Tenkara
July 13, 2013 Fishout: Upper Sac + Ron Rabun Clinic
June 30, 2013 Fishout: Surf fishing with Loren Elliott
May 04, 2013 Fishout: Wilm's Ranch
April 13, 2013 Eagle Canyon Trophy Trout
January 24, 2013 Trinity Fish Out
December 08, 2012 LUK Lake Fishout
October 27, 2012 Truckee River - Mentor Fishout
October 25, 2012 Klamath River Fishout
September 14, 2012 Dardanelle's fishout
August 26, 2012 Going for the Gold--PFF Backpack Fishout 2012
July 13, 2012 Trinity Fly-Only Fishout
May 05, 2012 Fishout: Kistler Ranch
April 28, 2012 Fishout: Wilms Ranch
January 26, 2012 Trinity Fishout
October 27, 2011 Klamath Steelhead Fishout
October 15, 2011 Surf Fishing - Cal Fly Shop
October 13, 2011 Fishout to O'Neill Forebay for Stripers
October 01, 2011 Fishout - Truckee River
August 20, 2011 Fishout - Tenkara
August 07, 2011 Backpack Fishout
July 08, 2011 Fishout Trinity Fly-Only Section
June 25, 2011 Fishout Lake Almanor
May 28, 2011 Kistler Ranch
November 17, 2010 Trinity Steelhead
October 01, 2010 Yosemite Backpack
September 25, 2010 Truckee & Little Truckee
September 01, 2010 Baja Trip
August 22, 2010 Fish Creek Backpack
August 21, 2010 Tenkara Fishout
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