Frequently Asked Questions

Northern California has endless options for good fishing all year long, even in the wintertime and heat of summer. Here is a list of our most popular options:

Lake Almanor – April through October

Eagle Lake – October through January

Lower Yuba River – All year depending on species

Lower Feather River – October through January, March through May

Lower Sacramento River – All Year

Part of conservation is Catch and Release. All adventures with J.A.G. Fly Fishing are Catch and Release. I teach proper fish handling techniques to ensure a quick picture with your fish, and a proper release back to the water to ensure the survival of that fish. I regard the fish as my business associates. By practicing Catch and Release we ensure that the anglers that come in behind you have the same opportunities you had for success.

The short answer is yes. Unfortunately, poor weather is part of the game we play in this year round fishery. I will do my best to prepare you for whatever conditions mother nature may throw at us. With that said, your safety and wellbeing is my main priority. Thunderstorms and high wind conditions would be reasons to move the adventure to a different location or a different date.

The State of California requires all anglers ages 16 and older to have a valid California fishing license when fishing. If we are fishing any river or tributary that flows to the ocean, a California Steelhead Report card is also required; I will let you know if it is needed once we finalize your adventure. These can be purchased  at most sporting goods stores. 

While adventures with no fish are uncommon, occasionally they do happen. Fly fishing is an evolution of learning. My primary focus is to teach/coach proper techniques to improve your skill set and help you become a better angler in regard to whatever water we fish; with the hope those techniques are retained and used on your next adventure. While I do work hard to get anglers on fish, it is ultimately each angler who determines whether or not fish are brought to the net. All too often we can focus too much on catching fish and miss an opportunity to take it all in and learn. I find if you realign your focus to learning where the fish are feeding, how the fish are feeding, proper technique on how to entice them to bite, what insects are present, and take in the scenic views,  fish to the net become an additional bonus. If for any reason you are not satisfied with your adventure, we will do everything we can to help make it right.

I have first aid training and I am CPR certified. I also have first aid kits on each boat and bring one on walk and wade trips. Anglers with mobility issues should consider a drift boat or Stillwater adventure. While I teach proper wading techniques on walk and wade adventures, they become especially dangerous for anglers with mobility issues or injuries. Please inform me if there are any mobility issues or injuries that I should be aware of. This will help me tailor an adventure specific to your needs. 

I can meet most Dietary restrictions for each individual. Please let me know in advance if there are any restrictions, I should be aware of, I will do my best to accommodate.

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