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• Free Fishing Day 2025

  • When
    August 30, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    California Waterways

  
  

  
  

  The second day of California’s annual Free Fishing days for 2025 will be Saturday, Aug. 30. Free Fishing Days provide a great, low-cost opportunity to give fishing a try! On these days, you can fish without a sport fishing license, but all fishing regulations such as bag and size limits, gear restrictions, report card requirements, fishing hours and stream closures remain in effect. Plan ahead for the big day and find someone new to introduce to fishing!

  
  

  For more information, see the Ca DFG Website.

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• September Fall River with Circle7 Ranch 2-night stay

  • Start
    September 03, 2025
  •  
    6:30 AM
  • End
    September 04, 2025
  •  
    9:00 PM
  • Location
    Fall River, Fall River Mills, CA
  • Spaces left
    3

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  2 day - 2 night stay at Circle 7 with boat rental and fishing on the Fall River.  Includes pre-trip TVFF "clinic" on how to fish the river.

  

  

  Event Skill Levels:

  • River:  medium stream requiring watercraft or rental boats with motors
  • Wading: none available
  • Hiking: none
  • Catch success rate: high, and challenging for wild rainbows

  This is a weekend 2 day, 2 night trip to fish the Fall River on September 3rd- September 4th, 2025.  It consists of sharing the large White House cabin (will sleep 10) located right on the Fall River with rental boats at the Circle7 resort and ranch.  This is a world class spring creek style river emanating from many springs fed by Mt Shasta runoff, and generating over 1 million gallons per day of fresh water.  Arrival will be Friday with beds available Friday and Saturday night with Saturday and Sunday fishing.

  The trip will include a shared cabin and motored boat for the two days on the river. Costs are anticipated to be approximately $350 - $400 per person for the two days, and are dependent upon how many people attend for the sharing of total expenses.  Meals are the responsibility for each individual although its likely that we will set up a common kitchen with potluck dinners, morning breakfasts, and sandwiches for the afternoons on the river.  Those costs will be shared among the participants.

  The Fall River rainbows (estimated by CFW to be 2,800 to over 5,000 fish per mile) are easily seen in the crystal clear water and are known as hard fighting and stout fish.  A short class will be offered for those attending this trip on how to fish with the "Fall River Twitch" which is required to hook these spooky fish whether with its exceptional dry fly fishery or using indicators or streamers.

  The trip will be preceded by a one night no-charge "clinic" for participants on techniques for the Fall River with TVFF members that frequently fish the river.  In addition the presentation from Andrew Harris, or Confluence Outfitters, from two years ago is also available in our Members page for further information on what to expect.  https://www.tri-valleyflyfishers.org/Presentations/

  This trip is available for individuals or couples, and the price is per person. Activities for non-fishing attendees are available but are minimal on the ranch itself, and must be planned by each individual as the ranch does not provide such activities.  

  Cost: 

  Overall costs are shared by those participating in shared cabins.  The estimated costs for a two night stay with boat rental for each day is approximately $350 - $412 per person sharing the cabin.  The costs do not include meals and do not include any optional guide costs if you choose to hire a guide (highly recommended, but not required).

  Full payment of $412.00 is required upon registration which closes August 14th, 2025.  The payments are calculated based on the initial seven (7) participants, and will be reduced by incremental amounts if more than those registered choose to attend (up to 10 total).  The total cost of the facility will be shared across all attending participants.  Incremental refunds will be provided by the TVFF Treasurer in such cases.

  Credit Card price: Full price of $412.00 includes the payment by credit card with the 3.0% surcharge for the down payment.  The remaining balance will be communicated when a final headcount is determined and adjusted for the total attendees. 

  Guests must first register as Club members ($45 annual charge) before registering for this event.  TVFF annual dues qualify you and your qualifying family members (spouse and children under 23) for a full 12 month membership and access to all Club events and full participation.  After registering as a Club member, the above costs for the event will apply.

  Fishmeister: Rob Farris (925)286-5502

  Accommodations and Food:  

  Accommodations include shared cabins for 4 to 10 individuals (with full bathrooms).  The cost does not include the customary licenses, fly fishing gear, or meals.  We have rented the main cabin with a kitchen and will schedule joint meals and potlucks.

  Members and guests are responsible for their own transportation costs as well.  Carpooling is encouraged.

  

  Gear and Tackle Recommendations:

  Rod & line weights/types: 3-5 wt traditional fly rods & reels with floating line.

  Leaders and tippet: Usually leaders of 12-15 foot with tippets of 5x – 6x are used. Fishing is typically done with up to 50' of line fished below the boat on surface lines, or via sinking lines and assorted sub-surface flies with shorter casts.

  Other gear:  Normal fishing wear. Due to the warm weather Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen, are also suggested. 

  Flies: Flies will vary but can include midges, mayfly nymphs, and caddis. Typical sizes are 16 to 22, using single to three flies rigging. Recent activity suggests small parachute Adams. Pale Morning Duns, and small Elk Hair caddis have been effective.

  
  

  TVFF Outings protocols are as follows:

  ·         If you are sick with cold/flu symptoms then we ask you to please stay home

  ·         We believe in social distancing and require that all members keep a full fly rod distance of at least 6’ distance between parties

  ·         All attendees should wash and sanitize their hands frequently

  
  

  TVFF Cancellation Policy:

  To sign-up for a TVFF Event  that is currently open for registration and chargeable (as set by the Fishmeister), you must both register and pay online whatever fee is described for that particular Event (trip) at the time of registration. There may be multiple payments required before the trip is actually taken (usually in the case of expensive trips), but it is necessary that you do make payment in the above timely fashion for the initial amount to secure your position on the trip.  However, please note that you are still responsible for the entire amount of the trip if you should need to cancel. 

  Once you are registered, there are no refunds for chargeable Events and trips.  In the situation that a member is, for any reason unable to attend, they may resell their registration slot to another TVFF member (by first pulling from the waitlist if one exists).  New participants must come first from the waitlist in the order they signed up.  The member cancelling is fully and solely responsible for contacting potential members to replace them and notifying the appropriate Fishmeister.

  If an event/trip is fully registered and closed to registration, you may still sign up on the Wait List to be notified if there are any cancellations.  In such a case of registering provisionally on the Wait List, you do not have to pay until such time that you clear the Wait List and are confirmed for participation.

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• Yuba Fest 2025

  • When
    September 06, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Sycamore Ranch County Park, Brownsville CA

  Yuba Fest 2025

  
  

  This is an informational listing only

  NCCFFI (Northern California Council, Flyfishing International) and its supporters will hold the fly fishing event of the year in Northern California! They are calling it the Gathering of the Clan - bringing like-minded people together for Yuba Fest.

  Saturday will offer a full day of fly fishing learning, FFI Casting Skills Development courses, fly tying with experts, and the opportunity to learn what is happening in Conservation from numerous organizations. Breakfast and lunch will be available for purchase, along with drinks. In addition, there will be a silent auction for fly boxes and other great items. 

  For more information, registration and ticket prices, see the NCCFFI website

   
  

  
  

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• McCloud Ah-Di-Na Restoration, Session 1

  • Start
    September 08, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    September 11, 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    Livermore

  Registration is closed

  Renovation of historic Ah-Di-Na campground on the McCloud river.  September 8-11th.

  This is one of the most important rivers for fly fishing in the state and country.

  On behalf of the Northern California Council, Fly Fishers International (NCCFFI), Tri-Valley Fly Fishers, and the McCloud River, you are invited to participate in the Ah Di Na Restoration Project 2025 –The Kirston Koths Memorial Ah Di Na Restoration Project (Phases I, 2, & 3). 

  NCCFFI is partnering with the US Forest Service and numerous stakeholders, including Tri-Valley Fly Fishers, to give this campground on the storied McCloud River a fresh start. Ah Di Na is located on the Lower McCloud, home of the Wintu people for centuries. It is now managed by the US Forest Service.

  Due to the Forest Service budget and staffing shortages, campground maintenance has suffered over the years, and it is in disrepair, with rotted picnic tables, damaged fire rings, and a lot of overgrowth at the campsites themselves. And unfortunately, this is the “premier” campground for access to the McCloud and the Nature Conservancy property (think October Caddis super hatches and big and wild McCloud Rainbow trout).  Please join us to give this important fly-fishing resource a much-needed restoration while we camp in the area.

  All the stakeholders have something to bring to the table; expertise, financial resources (TVFF has contributed $500 to support this project), materials, and/or volunteers. We’re counting on the fly fishing clubs whose members use this campground and love this river to get engaged in the project.

  Please register before the August 15th deadline with FFI for the specific dates at https://www.nccffi.org/.  Please ALSO register on the TVFF website, by date, so that we can construct camping and car pooling arrangements for our volunteers.

  See TVFF date specific events for work skills & details.

  Session 1 - September 8 – 11:

  Dedicated work on the toilet facilities. We need a small crew of 8-10 volunteers for the following teams: • Plumbing team: (3-4 people) We have a master plumbing contractor to lead this phase of the project. The work will include plumbing repairs and replacement of sinks and toilets. • Roofing team: (2-3 people) Repair roofs on the toilet facilities. • Carpentry/painting team: (3-4 people) Repairs on interior bathroom ceiling and walls, and painting. • Cooking team: We could also use a team of 2 people to help prepare 3 lunches and 3 dinners for the entire crew and deal with cleanup and trash removal.

  All volunteers working on the project will be covered by US Forest Service insurance.

  Work Session dates:

  Session 2 - September 11-13 :Campsite work.  See TVFF date specific event for details

  Session 3 - September 25-27: Brush Clearing and Punch list.  See TVFF date specific event for details

  If you have any questions or comments, please contact Scott Harrison, the NCCFFI Project Lead, at mccloudcamp@gmail.com or 510-704-0402.

  
  

  

  
  

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• McCloud Ah-Di-Na Restoration, Session 2

  • Start
    September 11, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    September 13, 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    Livermore

  Registration is closed

  Renovation of historic Ah-Di-Na campground on the McCloud river.  September 11-13th.

  This is one of the most important rivers for fly fishing in the state and country.

  On behalf of the Northern California Council, Fly Fishers International (NCCFFI), Tri-Valley Fly Fishers, and the McCloud River, you are invited to participate in the Ah Di Na Restoration Project 2025 –The Kirston Koths Memorial Ah Di Na Restoration Project (Phases I, 2, & 3). 

  NCCFFI is partnering with the US Forest Service and numerous stakeholders, including Tri-Valley Fly Fishers, to give this campground on the storied McCloud River a fresh start. Ah Di Na is located on the Lower McCloud, home of the Wintu people for centuries. It is now managed by the US Forest Service.

  Due to the Forest Service budget and staffing shortages, campground maintenance has suffered over the years, and it is in disrepair, with rotted picnic tables, damaged fire rings, and a lot of overgrowth at the campsites themselves. And unfortunately, this is the “premier” campground for access to the McCloud and the Nature Conservancy property (think October Caddis super hatches and big and wild McCloud Rainbow trout).  Please join us to give this important fly-fishing resource a much-needed restoration while we camp in the area.

  All the stakeholders have something to bring to the table; expertise, financial resources (TVFF has contributed $500 to support this project), materials, and/or volunteers. We’re counting on the fly fishing clubs whose members use this campground and love this river to get engaged in the project.

  Please register before the August 15th deadline with FFI for the specific dates at https://www.nccffi.org/.  Please ALSO register on the TVFF website, by date, so that we can construct camping and car pooling arrangements for our volunteers. 

  All volunteers working on the project will be covered by US Forest Service insurance.
  

  See TVFF date specific events for work skills & details.

  Session 2 - September 11-13th:

  Work on campsites. Replacing picnic tables and fire rings and brush removal from campsites. We need about 30 volunteers for several teams: • Transport team (8 people) for transport of materials with vehicles that can move assembled picnic tables and fire rings from the Forest Service office in the town of McCloud to the campsite—open bed pickup trucks, trailers, etc are needed. • Deconstruction team (4 people) for breakdown of damaged picnic tables and fire rings and piling debris for removal. • Brush team (10-12 people) for clearing invasive blackberries and other brush from campsites and piling debris for disposal. • Cooking team (4-6 people) to prepare 2 lunches and 3 dinners for the entire crew and deal with cleanup and trash.
  

  If you have any questions or comments, please contact Scott Harrison, the NCCFFI Project Lead, at mccloudcamp@gmail.com or 510-704-0402.

  
  

  

  
  

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• Fundamentals 201 - "The Next Step" Clinic

  • Start
    September 12, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    September 14, 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    NF Yuba River
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Fundamentals 201 - "The Next Step"

  Skills Level:

  Wading:  Easy to moderate

  Catch Rate:  Easy to moderate

  Hiking:  Easy to Moderate as you are walking and wading on the river and local smaller streams on cobblestones near the water

  

  Prerequisite:
  

  • Participants must have completed one of the Fundamentals of Fly Fishing classes in the last three years, or receive approval of the Director of Education.

  Dates:  2 nights/3 days (day 1 is for driving to the location) outside of Downieville, Cal. on highway 49.

  This clinic (there are no classroom sessions) is open to club members who have completed the first Fundamentals of Fly Fishing class and wish to advance their learning to a higher level. On this clinic/outing, you will have the opportunity to learn while on-stream with an instructor by your side for the two full days of fishing on the river.  This is a 3-day, 2 night overnight outing on the NF of the Yuba River, and does require waders and boots, and individual fly fishing equipment.  We will cover enhancing your skills with reading the water and selecting an appropriate style of fly fishing to be successful. Various water types will result in utilizing dry fly, dry dropper, indicator nymphing, and fishing with streamers on an intermediate level in each discipline.

  Participants are responsible for their own lodging (either local lodges or camping with more information to follow for those that register) and are encouraged to carpool. The first afternoon is dedicated to travelling to the river (approximately 4 hours from Livermore through Grass Valley). The cost for this clinic is $50, and the maximum number of attendees is limited to eight (6).

   

  Cost: 

  
  

  Cost: The cost is $51.50 and you may pay by credit card, directly online with your registration, or by check or cash sent to the Club Treasurer within two weeks of registration.   If you do pay cash you will be put into "Pending Registration" until your payment is received within the two weeks. Late payments will require you to register once again if there is space still available.

  Family Policy:  Spouses and family members under the age of 26 years old are included in each member's annual membership, and can attend events at no cost, unless TVFF has supplemental costs (such as guide or facility fees) for the event.  In such cases, each attendee must pay the appropriate event cost listed above.

  Guest Policy:  Guest cost is $51.50 for non-family members and non-spouse family members above age 26.  Guests must first register as Club members ($45 annual charge) before registering for this event.  TVFF annual dues qualify you for a full 12 month membership and access to all Club events and full participation.

  
  

  Fishmeister:  Mitchie McCammon, sewreel@pacbell.net, (925)819-2039

  Accommodations and Food:  

  Each individual is responsible for their own accommodations and food.  We will provide a list of local lodges, and campgrounds for those that register.

  Gear and Tackle Recommendations:

  Rod & line weights/types: 4, 5 or 6 weight rods, reels and floating lines

  Leaders and tippet: Fishing style dependent, but normally I fish a 9’ 4X leader and adjust with added tippet of up to 4-6’ of 5 or 6X for the dry flies.  The NF Yuba is home to smaller brookies, rainbows, and browns.  There are significant riffles, runs, and pools which will dictate our approaches and terminal gear as we move throughout the river.  However this river is predominantly known as an excellent dry fly river for 3 or 4 weight rods. If you plan on throwing some streamer meat in the deeper pools you'll want a 5 or 6 weight rod as the current flow can require a stouter rod. 

  Other gear: Standard waders, boots, and wading staffs and normal fishing wear.

  Flies: Flies to match hatches above and we will send out a more current list as we get closer to the dates and better understand how the weather and water are impacting the hatches.

  

  TVFF Cancellation Policy:

  To sign-up for a TVFF Event  that is currently open for registration and chargeable (as set by the Fishmeister), you must both register and pay online, or via check or cash, within two weeks of registering (sent to the TVFF Treasurer) whatever fee is described for that particular Event (trip) at the time of registration. There may be multiple payments required before the trip is actually taken (usually in the case of expensive trips), but it is necessary that you do make payment in the above timely fashion for the initial amount to secure your position on the trip.  However, please note that you are still responsible for the entire amount of the trip if you should need to cancel. 

  Once you are registered, there are no refunds for chargeable Events and trips.  In the situation that a member is, for any reason unable to attend, they may resell their registration slot to another TVFF member (by first pulling from the waitlist if one exists).  New participants must come first from the waitlist in the order they signed up.  The member cancelling is fully and solely responsible for contacting potential members to replace them and notifying the appropriate Fishmeister.

  If an event/trip is fully registered and closed to registration, you may still sign up on the Wait List to be notified if there are any cancellations.  In such a case of registering provisionally on the Wait List, you do not have to pay until such time that you clear the Wait List and are confirmed for participation.

  Tri Valley Fly Fishers

  
  

  TVFF Outings protocols are as follows:

  • If you are sick with cold/flu symptoms then we ask you to please stay home
  • We believe in social distancing and require that all members keep a full fly rod distance of at least 6’ distance between parties
  • All attendees should wash and sanitize their hands frequently

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• McCloud Ah-Di-Na Restoration, Session 3

  • Start
    September 25, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    September 27, 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    Livermore

  Registration is closed

  Renovation of historic Ah-Di-Na campground on the McCloud river.  September 25-27th.

  This is one of the most important rivers for fly fishing in the state and country.

  On behalf of the Northern California Council, Fly Fishers International (NCCFFI), Tri-Valley Fly Fishers, and the McCloud River, you are invited to participate in the Ah Di Na Restoration Project 2025 –The Kirston Koths Memorial Ah Di Na Restoration Project (Phases I, 2, & 3). 

  NCCFFI is partnering with the US Forest Service and numerous stakeholders, including Tri-Valley Fly Fishers, to give this campground on the storied McCloud River a fresh start. Ah Di Na is located on the Lower McCloud, home of the Wintu people for centuries. It is now managed by the US Forest Service.

  Due to the Forest Service budget and staffing shortages, campground maintenance has suffered over the years, and it is in disrepair, with rotted picnic tables, damaged fire rings, and a lot of overgrowth at the campsites themselves. And unfortunately, this is the “premier” campground for access to the McCloud and the Nature Conservancy property (think October Caddis super hatches and big and wild McCloud Rainbow trout).  Please join us to give this important fly-fishing resource a much-needed restoration while we camp in the area.

  All the stakeholders have something to bring to the table; expertise, financial resources (TVFF has contributed $500 to support this project), materials, and/or volunteers. We’re counting on the fly fishing clubs whose members use this campground and love this river to get engaged in the project.

  Please register before the August 15th deadline with FFI for the specific dates at https://www.nccffi.org/.  Please ALSO register on the TVFF website, by date, so that we can construct camping and car pooling arrangements for our volunteers. 

  All volunteers working on the project will be covered by US Forest Service insurance.
  

  See TVFF date specific events for work skills & details.

  Session 3 - September 25-27th:

  Brush clearing and punch list. We need approximately 15-18 volunteers to complete brush removal at campsites and do trail clearing, tie up any other loose ends from the previous work session, and 3-4 people to prepare 2 lunches and three dinners for volunteers.
  

  If you have any questions or comments, please contact Scott Harrison, the NCCFFI Project Lead, at mccloudcamp@gmail.com or 510-704-0402.

  
  

  

  
  

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• O'Neill Forebay for Stripers and Bass

  • Start
    September 30, 2025
  • End
    October 01, 2025
  • Location
    San Luis Reservoir/O'Neill Forebay

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  O'Neill Forebay for Stripers and Bass with Group Camping

   
  

   Here are select (event) highlights from Jim Knecht who will be the Fishmeister for this event.

  San Luis Reservoir/O’Neil Forebay is a GREAT place to fish that is just 1 ½ hours away from Livermore.  However, the Forebay MUST be fished with respect to wind conditions that can change rapidly.   On both the Forebay and main lake, there are wind warning lights that flash yellow (caution) or red (get off the water now).

  • We will plan to share a group campsite at the O’Neill forebay campground for up to 30 anglers.
  • Planned group dinner on Tuesday night and breakfast on Wednesday morning
  • Target species: Striped Bass, Black Bass, Largemouth Bass. 
  • Strategy: Ability to fish from float tube, pontoon, or boat. Personal Floatation Device (PFD) required
  • Casting: Moderate, Ability to double haul is encouraged.
  • Gear requirements: 6wt to 9wt, typically with floating or sinking heads

  San Luis Reservoir State Recreation Notice

  Golden mussel (Limnoperna fortunei), an invasive, non-native freshwater bivalve have been identified at O’Neill Forebay in Merced County after undergoing genetic testing for confirmation. For more information visit  Invasive Non-Native Golden Mussel Discovered in the Sacramento – San Joaquin Delta. The California Natural Resources Agency and its partners call upon everyone working and recreating in waters of the state to clean, drain and dry watercraft and equipment every time it is removed from a waterbody. This simple measure has served to prevent spreading quagga and zebra mussels and is equally effective in stopping the overland spread of golden mussels. DWR is now conducting boat inspections at O’Neill Forebay in an effort to reduce the spread of aquatic invasive species.

  Directions: From Livermore, I-580 east to I-5 south to CA-33 south in Santa Nella. 
  Take exit 407 from I-5 south towards Gilroy.  Continue on CA-33 south to CA-152 west.  Entrance to O’Neil Forebay will be about 3 miles on the right-hand side of CA-152.

  Cost: 

  Cost: The cost is $51.50 by credit card and includes your share of the cost of the group campground, food (see below), non alcoholic drinks, and the TVFF event fee..  You are free to bring whatever drinks including alcohol that you prefer as well,

  Family Policy:  Spouses and family members under the age of 26 years old are included in each member's annual membership, and can attend events at no cost, unless TVFF has supplemental costs (such as guide or facility fees) for the event.  In such cases, each attendee must pay the appropriate event cost listed above.

  Guest Policy:  Guest cost is $51.50 for non-family members and non-spouse family members above age 26.  Guests must first register as Club members ($45 annual charge) before registering for this event, which requires signing the TVFF Waiver and the Membership application.  TVFF annual dues qualify you for a full 12 month membership and access to all Club events and full participation.

  Fishmeister:  Jim Knecht (408)506-2350

  Accommodations and Food:  

  TVFF has contracted for a group campsite (site B) at the San Luis Creek Campsite. that can accommodate up to 30 individuals and 10 cars (so carpooling is suggested).  The site is suitable for RV's, trailers, boat trailers, and tent camping.  Note that there are no RV hookup facilities. Check-in time is 2 PM on Tuesday with a noon checkout at noon on Wednesday.

  Your registration includes dinner on Tuesday evening (likely chicken, potato salad, chips/salsa, and dessert, etc.  A continental breakfast of pastries is also included for Wednesday morning.  If you have any personal food restrictions we suggest that you consider bringing your own meals.

  The campground website is available here:  San Luis Creek Campsite  

  Gear and Tackle Recommendations:

  Rod & line weights/types:  6-9 weight rods and reels with both sinking and floating lines with bass bug weight forward tapers.  Shooting lines with shooting heads and fast sinking or lead core.

  Leaders and tippet: Fishing style dependent, but normally 1X or 12 # section of level line, 5-7' length for subsurface.  Longer leaders are normally used for top water fishing.

  Other gear: Any variety of watercraft from float tubes to pontoon through full boats.  Inspections of watercraft for invasive mussels may be necessary depending upon current location regulations.  A PFD is required.  Fishfinders to track depth and mark fish are helpful.  Some people carry two rods. One rigged for top water and the second with a sinking line.

  Flies: We will send out a more current list as we get closer to the dates and better understand how the weather and water are impacting the Forebay.  Top water – use Gurglers in any color, Poppers, Pole Dancers typically in 1-2/0 hooks.  Subsurface – Clousers in chartreuse/white, olive/white, olive/black, Smelt, Sar-Mul-Mac, Whistlers or similar patterns in 2 -2/0.

  TVFF Cancellation Policy:

  To sign-up for a TVFF Event  that is currently open for registration and chargeable (as set by the Fishmeister), you must both register and pay online within two weeks of registering  whatever fee is described for that particular Event (trip) at the time of registration. There may be multiple payments required before the trip is actually taken (usually in the case of expensive trips), but it is necessary that you do make payment in the above timely fashion for the initial amount to secure your position on the trip.  However, please note that you are still responsible for the entire amount of the trip if you should need to cancel. 

  Once you are registered, there are no refunds for chargeable Events and trips.  In the situation that a member is, for any reason unable to attend, they may resell their registration slot to another TVFF member (by first pulling from the waitlist, if one exists).  New participants must come first from the waitlist in the order they signed up.  The member cancelling is fully and solely responsible for contacting potential members to replace them and notifying the appropriate Fishmeister.

  If an event/trip is fully registered and closed to registration, you may still sign up on the Wait List to be notified if there are any cancellations.  In such a case of registering provisionally on the Wait List, you do not have to pay until such time that you clear the Wait List and are confirmed for participation.

  Tri Valley Fly Fishers

  
  

  TVFF Outings protocols are as follows:

  • If you are sick with cold/flu symptoms then we ask you to please stay home
  • We believe in social distancing and require that all members keep a full fly rod distance of at least 6’ distance between parties
  • All attendees should wash and sanitize their hands frequently

  
  

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• Learn to Flyfish - Surf Clinic

  • When
    October 05, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    San Francisco Bay

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  SURF FISHING CLINIC with Lost Coast Outfitters

  
  

  Join the Lost Coast Outfitters Crew, in a club outing for 6 anglers to learn how to fish right in our backyard. We are fortunate to live in an urban area with some excellent opportunities to fish for striped bass, surf perch and halibut, right from the beach!

  • Wading Skills: Intermediate (due to tides)
  • Casting Skills: Basic skills to intermediate
  • Experience: Basic to intermediate

  In this clinic, LCO will cover surf gear, rigging, flies, seasons, migration, how to read and approach the water and even try to catch a fish. This clinic is about 5 hours in duration. All fishing gear is provided by LCO. Anglers need to bring waders/boots and fishing license. Bare feet and shorts are ok in the warmer months if you choose (the water is still cold, however). Lunch will not be provided.

  Usual start is 7am, however that can vary by season. We will know the meeting place (typically Crissy Fields) and time as we get closer. Carpooling is suggested.

  Registration for this event closes on September 7, 2025.

  

  Cost

  The cost for this clinic is $231.75 ($225 plus 3% credit card processing fee) and you may pay by credit card, directly online with your registration, or by check or cash sent to the Club Treasurer within two weeks of registration.  If you do pay cash you will be put into "Pending Registration" until your payment is received within the two weeks. Late payments will require you to register once again if there is space still available.

  Family Policy:  Spouses and family members under the age of 26 years old are included in each member's annual membership, and can attend events at no cost, unless TVFF has supplemental costs (such as guide or facility fees) for the event.  In such cases, each attendee must pay the appropriate event cost listed above.

  Guest Policy:  Guest cost is $927 for non-family members and non-spouse family members above age 26.  Guests must first register as Club members ($45 annual charge) before registering for this event.  TVFF annual dues qualify you for a full 12 month membership and access to all Club events and full participation.

  Family Policy:  Spouses and family members under the age of 26 years old are included in each member's annual membership, and can attend events at no cost, unless TVFF has supplemental costs (such as guide or facility fees) for the event.  In such cases, each attendee must pay the appropriate event cost listed above.

  Guest Policy:  Guest cost is $927 for non-family members and non-spouse family members above age 26.  Guests must first register as Club members ($45 annual charge) before registering for this event.  TVFF annual dues qualify you for a full 12 month membership and access to all Club events and full participation.

  

  Fishmeister

  Denis Haire   925-360-3993    dhaire922@gmail.com

  

  Refund Policy

  To sign-up for a TVFF Event  that is currently open for registration and chargeable (as set by the Fishmeister), you must both register and pay online, or via check or cash, within two weeks of registering (sent to the TVFF Treasurer) whatever fee is described for that particular Event (trip) at the time of registration. There may be multiple payments required before the trip is actually taken (usually in the case of expensive trips), but it is necessary that you do make payment in the above timely fashion for the initial amount to secure your position on the trip.  However, please note that you are still responsible for the entire amount of the trip if you should need to cancel. 

  Once you are registered, there are no refunds for chargeable Events and trips.  In the situation that a member is, for any reason unable to attend, they may resell their registration slot to another TVFF member (by first pulling from the waitlist if one exists).  New participants must come first from the waitlist in the order they signed up.  The member cancelling is fully and solely responsible for contacting potential members to replace them and notifying the appropriate Fishmeister.

  If an event/trip is fully registered and closed to registration, you may still sign up on the Wait List to be notified if there are any cancellations.  In such a case of registering provisionally on the Wait List, you do not have to pay until such time that you clear the Wait List and are confirmed for participation.

  
  

  Covid Protocol

  Tri-Valley Fly Fishers

  COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Protocol

  TVFF Outings Policy as of September 20, 2020

  As a club, the Tri-Valley Fly Fishers have developed and agreed to a set of required guidelines, protocols and rules in order to help direct our members on ways to stay safe on one-day outings, multi-day outings, or individual “Tag-Alongs”.

  These protocols were developed by the TVFF Board of Directors as well as input from other local clubs which included a member virologist, various safety committees, and member experts. We feel that these protocols and guidelines are consistent with public health information and experts. These protocols are assured, observed, and enforced by outing leaders as well as members themselves. Extra masks, spray disinfectant and sanitizer are available from the outing leaders.

  Please note that the Tri-Valley Fly Fishers accepts no liability for inadequate protection or the transmission of Covid-19 among members or guests. Therefore, each member should review the following protocols that the Club subscribes to and make an individual decision of whether to participate in an activity or not, based upon their individual circumstances and personal safety.

  TVFF Outings protocols are as follows:

  • If you are sick with cold/flu symptoms then we ask you to please stay home
  • We believe in social distancing and require that all members keep a full fly rod distance of at least 6’ distance between parties
  • Everyone will be responsible for making, bringing, and consuming their own separate food and drinks
  • All attendees should wash and sanitize their hands frequently

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• Fall Trinity River Steelhead Trip

  • Start
    November 17, 2025
  • End
    November 19, 2025
  • Location
    Junction City

  Register

  Fall Trinity River Steelhead Trip

  
  

  Experience the thrill of catching quality steelhead with Jim Roberts this November. The Trinity River has been exceptionally productive in recent seasons, and we're optimistic this year will be no different. This exclusive event is open only to TriValley Fishers, promising a memorable and engaging outing for all participants.

  This comprehensive package includes cozy accommodations, delicious meals, and river shuttle transportation for two days of guided fishing on expert-led boats. You'll stay in a beautiful five-bedroom house in Junction City,  located about 90 minutes west of Redding, Ca. 

  

  
  

  The adventure kicks off with a warm, home-cooked dinner on the first evening, followed by a hearty breakfast before heading out for a full day of float fishing. After an exhilarating day on the river, unwind with a cocktail and share your success stories, followed by another fine meal. The next day features another substantial breakfast and a second float trip, culminating in departure after the final day of fishing.

  This trip is limited to just six guests. Included are two nights of lodging, two dinners, two breakfasts, two lunches and two full days of guided fishing, with shuttles provided to maximize your fishing time.

  Registration for this event will close 30 days prior to the event.

  Registered participants are responsible for their fishing licenses and steelhead cards,  guide tips as well as transportation to Junction City.  Guides will supply equipment and flies, but feel free to bring your own gear if preferred. If you're interested in swinging flies, please let us know in advance. Contact the outing fishmeister with any questions.

  

  Fishmeister

  Victor Polverino   925.337.5922   email link here    

  

  Cost:  

  The cost is $927 and you may pay by credit card, directly online with your registration, or by check or cash sent to the Club Treasurer within two weeks of registration. 

  If you do pay cash you will be put into "Pending Registration" until your payment is received within the two weeks. Late payments will require you to register once again if there is space still available.

  Family Policy:  Spouses and family members under the age of 26 years old are included in each member's annual membership, and can attend events at no cost, unless TVFF has supplemental costs (such as guide or facility fees) for the event.  In such cases, each attendee must pay the appropriate event cost listed above.

  Guest Policy:  Guest cost is $927 for non-family members and non-spouse family members above age 26.  Guests must first register as Club members ($45 annual charge) before registering for this event.  TVFF annual dues qualify you for a full 12 month membership and access to all Club events and full participation.

  

  TVFF Cancellation Policy:

  To sign-up for a TVFF Event  that is currently open for registration and chargeable (as set by the Fishmeister), you must both register and pay online, or via check or cash, within two weeks of registering (sent to the TVFF Treasurer) whatever fee is described for that particular Event (trip) at the time of registration. There may be multiple payments required before the trip is actually taken (usually in the case of expensive trips), but it is necessary that you do make payment in the above timely fashion for the initial amount to secure your position on the trip.  However, please note that you are still responsible for the entire amount of the trip if you should need to cancel. 

  Once you are registered, there are no refunds for chargeable Events and trips.  In the situation that a member is, for any reason unable to attend, they may resell their registration slot to another TVFF member (by first pulling from the waitlist if one exists).  New participants must come first from the waitlist in the order they signed up.  The member cancelling is fully and solely responsible for contacting potential members to replace them and notifying the appropriate Fishmeister.

  If an event/trip is fully registered and closed to registration, you may still sign up on the Wait List to be notified if there are any cancellations.  In such a case of registering provisionally on the Wait List, you do not have to pay until such time that you clear the Wait List and are confirmed for participation.

  

  Tri-Valley Fly Fishers

  COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Protocol

  TVFF Outings Policy as of September 20, 2020

  As a club, the Tri-Valley Fly Fishers have developed and agreed to a set of required guidelines, protocols and rules in order to help direct our members on ways to stay safe on one-day outings, multi-day outings, or individual “Tag-Alongs”.

  These protocols were developed by the TVFF Board of Directors as well as input from other local clubs which included a member virologist, various safety committees, and member experts. We feel that these protocols and guidelines are consistent with public health information and experts. These protocols are assured, observed, and enforced by outing leaders as well as members themselves. Extra masks, spray disinfectant and sanitizer are available from the outing leaders.

  Please note that the Tri-Valley Fly Fishers accepts no liability for inadequate protection or the transmission of Covid-19 among members or guests. Therefore, each member should review the following protocols that the Club subscribes to and make an individual decision of whether to participate in an activity or not, based upon their individual circumstances and personal safety.

  TVFF Outings protocols are as follows:

  • If you are sick with cold/flu symptoms then we ask you to please stay home
  • We believe in social distancing and require that all members keep a full fly rod distance of at least 6’ distance between parties
  • Everyone will be responsible for making, bringing, and consuming their own separate food and drinks
  • All attendees should wash and sanitize their hands frequently

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