I grew up fishing the California Aqueduct.  I think it’s one of California’s most underrated fisheries in the state.  There are a lot of great fishermen who fish this vast stretch of water.  When I see a fellow fisherman I greet them with a “how’s the bite?” or “any luck?”, and they’ll usually welcome me with a courteous response.  Lately however, I have noticed something different.  The usual meet n greet attitude has changed amongst some fishermen.  I have noticed a lot of strange stares followed by confusion, almost dumbfounded looks.  So why…Read more …

I've seen a lot of youtube videos about fishing but once in a while one stands out in the crowd. Nothing gets me more excited than a bass hitting on a top water lure.  I think the video works so well because of  how big these bass are and the dramatic music that accommodates each strike.  Well, whatever the reason, I'm all pumped up and ready for some top water fishing!   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JMpMhUYtGuA    Read more …

The California Aqueduct is about 444 miles long.  It stretches just north of Tracy and ends near Los Angeles. Along the way it also diverts water west and east of the Central Valley.  With so much water to cover where do you start?  It’s not like you can launch a boat into this concrete river and start casting as you float down stream.  If you have trouble finding fish here, you’re not alone.  I’ve fished this water system for as long as I can remember.  It’s one of the most underrated waterways where…Read more …

Here’s a first for you die hard fishermen and fisherwomen: a $400 lure ($410.99 to be exact) from Japan.  Wow!!!  Think about all the possible things you could do with $400.  You could make that car payment that’s late every month or buy that Mind Control Helicopter you've always wanted. 4Read more …