Upcoming Fishing Outings

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Manresa Beach Fishout - April 4th
Sam Bishout - 476-6451

Manresa Beach is our next surf fishout. Take San Andreas Road all the way until you get to the State Park on the Coast, right past the railroad trestle. The date: April 4, time: 7 AM, just after sunrise. We will be fishing a receding high tide. Limited parking outside is an issue at Manresa and if all else fails, hang out until about 07:30 AM, when they open the gates. It is a great beach though, with typically more structure than other beaches.

Fishing Opportunities: Trout in tailwater river, stream and lake. Bass in ponds (limited and dependent on how warm this spring is). This year, Hot Creek and the Upper Owens will also be open, but a big winter can affect access.
Climate: Sunny and warm to snowy. Strong winds are commonly encountered.

Lodging: Camping at Pleasant Valley Campground. RV or trailer recommended due to the possibility of extended periods of cold and wind. Cost will be $12 per night. Reservations not needed. Motels in Bishop: Cost is $50 per night and up. Reservations are recommended.
General Plan: Fishmasters will stay at campground which is very basic, with picnic tables, fire pits and outhouses. We intend to go to town for breakfast, groceries, newspapers, showers and fly shops, which are in Bishop, a ten minute drive from the campground. Fishing is from mid-morning on; the fish don't wake up till then at this time of year. We will have a potluck barbecue dinner each evening at the campground.
Bring: Box of wood for campfire, small bag of charcoal briquets for barbecues, food and beverages, camping chair, your own tableware (cups, dishes, flatware) and cooking gear. Camp stove, cutting board, basic cooking utensils, grill and dishpan will be provided. Bring a camera to take pictures to share at next year's slide show in January.
Fishing Gear: Rods: 2-6 weight.
Lines: floating and sinking, sink tip type IX
Flies: standard trout dry flies, including: blue winged olive, 16-18, Mr. Bill (Western Coachman), 14-16, elk hair caddis, 16-18, Griffith's Gnat, 14-18, standard trout sinking flies, including: tiger midge, 16-20, pheasant tail nymph 14-18, Hornberg or Loehberg, 12-14, Prince nymph, 16, Scintilla bubble nymph, 20, dark lord, 12-16, Bass and bluegill poppers, small and medium.
Waders: neoprene with fleece underlayers for float tubing, breathable waders over fleece for river and stream fishing.
Float tube and accessories: Gloves, warm cap to cover ears, hat, rain gear, warm coat, insect repellent, sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, 2009 fishing license.
Driving Directions: Sierra passes will be closed. Southern route to Hwy 395 via Bakersfield is recommended. Allow 8-9 hours' driving time. Refer to map.
Sign Ups: Not needed, but the fishmasters would like to know that you are coming, and approximately when you will arrive. Look for the club banner at the campground.

As of this writing, we have room for only one more person to stay with the group at Trout Creek Flies. However, if you still want to come, you can call either Flaming Gorge Lodge, (435) 889-3773, or Red Canyon Lodge, (435) 889-3759 to book lodging. If you plan to go on a drift trip with a guide, let John know, so he can get you on the guides' schedules.
Please see the Gearing Up article in the March newsletter for more details about this trip.

The fishout will be over two one-week periods, September 19th through the 26th, and September 26th through Oct. 3th. You may sign up for one of these two periods, or both.
Location: Mammoth Lakes is on the eastern side of the Sierras, six to seven hours' drive from Santa Cruz. There are many lakes and streams in the area for us to fish. We will be staying in condominiums in the town of Mammoth Lakes.
Cost: $260 per person per week. This covers seven nights' lodging with three meals per day. Sign up for either week, for $260, or both weeks for $520.
Meal Preparation: Each person will be assigned to a group for a Kitchen Day. The group will set out breakfast and lunch foods, store unused food, prepare the evening meal, and clean up on the day designated.
Sign Up: John Cook will take calls at 688-1561, starting at 7:00 PM, May 7th, and not before. Please leave your name, phone number, and which week you like to reserve, or if you wish to reserve both weeks. You may call in for yourself and one other person.
There is room for only 16 persons per week, and these 16 places will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. To hold your place, we must receive your money before the June 3rd club meeting. Mail your check, made out to John Cook, to P.O. Box 2822, Aptos, CA 95001-2822. This payment is non-refundable.
The fishmaster will maintain a waiting list for each week. If space for you is available by June 3rd, you will be notified at the club meeting that day, or by telephone.
Unused Funds: Any funds received but not spent on the fishout will be used for prizes for out annual fundraiser.

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