Amador Flyfishers

This outing is available to AFF Paid Club Members and their guest(s).
AFF Paid Members inviting guest(s) are responsible for the needs of their guest(s) and getting the signed Liability Waiver to the Fishmaster prior to fishing. Click the link for the waiver. http://amadorflyfishers.org/AFF_Forms/2023_AFF%20Release%20of%20Liability-FILL-IN.pdf
Members and guest(s) of all levels of experience are strongly encouraged to attend.
Contact the Fishmaster if you or your guest(s) would like to request instruction or loaner equipment at least a week prior to the outing.
Be courteous and change your RSVP to “Not Attending” if you are unable to attend the outing so that we are not waiting for you. You can also contact and inform the Fishmaster or another attending member. For safety reasons let the Fishmaster or another attending member know if you leave an outing early. Otherwise, we will be searching for you at the end of the outing.

We will be fishing for Steelhead and Rainbow Trout below the Camanche Dam in the Mokelumne River Day Use Area east of Clements. This is a walk and wade trip. The wading is easy to difficult depending on flows.
Make sure you have your 2025 Steelhead Report Card and fishing License.

We will meet at the first parking lot on the left of the entrance.

EQUIPMENT
5-7 wt rods
Floating or sink tip fly line
3x to 4x tippet
Indicator & split shot

Flies
Most Rainbow trout nymphs, streamers and egg patterns work. Nymphing is the most productive. Streamers will also work.

Also, bring a lunch. We will meet back at the parking lot around noon to take a break and share stories.

This outing is available to AFF Paid Club Members and their guest(s).
AFF Paid Members inviting guest(s) are responsible for the needs of their guest(s) and getting the signed Liability Waiver to the Fishmaster prior to fishing. Click the link for the waiver. http://amadorflyfishers.org/AFF_Forms/2023_AFF%20Release%20of%20Liability-FILL-IN.pdf
Members and guest(s) of all levels of experience are strongly encouraged to attend.
Contact the Fishmaster if you or your guest(s) would like to request instruction or loaner equipment.
Be courteous and change your RSVP to “Not Attending” if you are unable to attend the outing so that we are not waiting for you. You can also contact and inform the Fishmaster or another attending member. For safety reasons let the Fishmaster or another attending member know if you leave an outing early. Otherwise, we will be searching for you at the end of the outing.
Trinity River is arguably one of the finest steelhead streams in the West. It’s runs of anadromous fish were nearly decimated when Trinity and Lewiston Dams were completed in the 1960s, but recent restoration efforts along the river (Trinity River Restoration Program) have brought the steelhead back by the thousands, and recent years on the Trinity have boasted some of the finest runs and greatest steelheading in decades.

The average size of a Trinity River steelhead ranges from four to eight pounds, while mature adults measuring over ten pounds are hooked on a regular basis. In addition to the steelhead, anglers on the Trinity River have the opportunity to hook into fresh Chinook and Coho salmon, and even sea-run brown trout. Whereas a great week of steelheading on most rivers can mean one or two fish hooked, our Trinity River guides regularly hook multiple fish nearly every day of the season.

Gear:

Flies:

Hot Flies:
Dry Flies:
• Harrop's Last Chance Cripple - #18

Nymphs/Wet Flies:
• Pat's RubberlegsBrown and Black, #4-8
• Mercer's Poxyback GB Hares Ears - #8-14
• TB Solitude Stone - #8
• Lance's X-May - #16, Brown
• Mercer's Gold Bead Biot Epoxy Golden Stone - #8-10

Eggs:
• Clown Egg - #4-10
• M.C. Redd Reapers
• Micro Spawn Eggs - Pink & Salmon Egg
• Boles Bazookas - #8

Streamers & Leeches:
• Beadhead Crystal Buggers - Any
• CH Kiwi Muddlers
• Freshwater Clouser - Any

Meetup Location and Time :TBA

Cost: TBA

Lodging: Keith and I will be reserving a river front house with limited space available. The maximum capacity of the house is 8 people. More members are welcome to join us on this outing but will need to find their own lodging. Indian Creek Lodge is nearby. We will be doing a group meals for breakfast and dinner at the house. More information will be provided as we get closer to the outing. Please contact us if you want to stay at the river front house.

This outing is available to AFF Paid Club Members and their guest(s).
AFF Paid Members inviting guest(s) are responsible for the needs of their guest(s) and getting the signed Liability Waiver to the Fishmaster prior to fishing. Click the link for the waiver. http://amadorflyfishers.org/AFF_Forms/2023_AFF%20Release%20of%20Liability-FILL-IN.pdf
Members and guest(s) of all levels of experience are strongly encouraged to attend.
Contact the Fishmaster if you or your guest(s) would like to request instruction or loaner equipment at least a week prior to the outing.
Be courteous and change your RSVP to “Not Attending” if you are unable to attend the outing so that we are not waiting for you. You can also contact and inform the Fishmaster or another attending member. For safety reasons let the Fishmaster or another attending member know if you leave an outing early. Otherwise, we will be searching for you at the end of the outing.
We will be fishing for Rainbow and Lohanton Cutthroat Trout to 28" or more. An occasional Brown can also be caught. There are eagles and osprey, occasional bear, coyote, pelicans, etc. to entertain you while you fish.
A float tube, Kayak or small boat will allow you to cover much of the lake. The use of a 4 or 5wt rod and reel with a 24' sink tip or intermediate line. You can also indicator fish with a floating line.
#14, #16 and #18 nymphs can produce lots of fish on a day trip. Pheasant tails, hare's ears, flashbacks and sheep creek specials are your best choices. Also midges and small woolly buggers can be productive.
Directions From Jackson are as follows; Drive east on Hwy. 88 past Sorensen's Resort for approx. 3 miles. Turn right on Hwy. 89 towards Markleeville. Drive approx. 3 miles and turn left onto Airport Dr. Veer left when you get to the airport and continue about a mile or two. The campsite sustained fire damage and was closed during the 2023 season. If open we will meet at the boat ramp parking lot. If not, we will meet at the north east side of the lake.

If you need additional information contact Joe Jimenez (email) [email protected] (cell) 925-783-9820
Don't miss this excellent opportunity to catch a big one!

This outing is available to AFF Paid Club Members and their guest(s).
AFF Paid Members inviting guest(s) are responsible for the needs of their guest(s) and getting the signed Liability Waiver to the Fishmaster prior to fishing. Click the link for the waiver. http://amadorflyfishers.org/AFF_Forms/2023_AFF%20Release%20of%20Liability-FILL-IN.pdf
Members and guest(s) of all levels of experience are strongly encouraged to attend.
Contact the Fishmaster if you or your guest(s) would like to request instruction or loaner equipment.
Be courteous and change your RSVP to “Not Attending” if you are unable to attend the outing so that we are not waiting for you. You can also contact and inform the Fishmaster or another attending member. For safety reasons let the Fishmaster or another attending member know if you leave the outing early. Otherwise, we will be searching for you at the end of the outing.

Woods Lake is located in Alpine County approx. 2 easy miles south of Hwy. 88. There are campsites at the lake that are on a first come basis. The cost is $22 per night. There is a $10 day use fee which you will put in a supplied envelope and insert at the pay station. Bring the exact change. There is lakeside parking for those who arrive early. Drive past the camping area to the lake.
If you are looking for lodging in the area, Wylder Hotel, formerly Sorensen's Resort, would be the closest. There are also a couple of motels in Markleeville.
Bring a lunch, snacks, and beverages.
We will be fishing for Rainbow and Brook trout which reportedly can be caught in the outlet creek as well as the lake. The lake is best fished from a float tube but can also be fished from the bank.
Equipment should include:
Float Tube, Kayak, or like
Personal Floatation Device
3wt or 4wt fly rod and reel
Floating, intermediate or sinking line
4x or 5x tapered leader
5x or 6x tippet material
Emergency whistle
Flies should include:
Woolly Buggers
Leech Patterns
Scud Patterns
Pheasant Tails
Hares Ears
All in size 14 to 18
Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. I look forward to fishing with you.
Joe Jimenez
C. 925-783-9820 or [email protected]

This outing is available to AFF Paid Club Members and their guest(s).
AFF Paid Members inviting guest(s) are responsible for the needs of their guest(s) and getting the signed Liability Waiver to the Fishmaster prior to fishing. Click the link for the waiver. http://amadorflyfishers.org/AFF_Forms/2023_AFF%20Release%20of%20Liability-FILL-IN.pdf
Members and guest(s) of all levels of experience are strongly encouraged to attend.
Contact the Fishmaster if you or your guest(s) would like to request instruction or loaner equipment.
Be courteous and change your RSVP to “Not Attending” if you are unable to attend the outing so that we are not waiting for you. You can also contact and inform the Fishmaster or another attending member. For safety reasons let the Fishmaster or another attending member know if you leave an outing early. Otherwise, we will be searching for you at the end of the outing.
Burnside Lake is a small lake situated at an elevation of 8100'. It's located about 6 miles from Pickett's Junction. Picket's Junction is the intersection of Hwy 88 and Hwy89. At the 4-way stop take Burnside Rd. and follow it until you reach Burnside Lake. The road can be rough but I have easily made it there in my CRV. I will physically check and report the on road condition prior to the outing.
The lake is best fished from a personal watercraft such as a float tube, kayak, or canoe.
A 4wt. fly rod is perfect for this lake but any size rod will work. If you will be dry fly or indicator fishing a floating line works well. If you will be stripping an intermediate or 10' sink tip would be good. But you could also use a floating line with a versa tip or split shots.
Flies to bring should include Brown, Black and Olive Woolly Buggers and Olive and Black Leeches. There are scuds in the lake so bring Scud Pattern and fish them around the weeds. Of course bring the old reliable's such as Pheasant Tails, Hares Ears, Copper Johns, Damsel Fly Nymphs, ect.
Dry flies should include Parachute Adams, Mayflies, Elk Hair Caddis, Stimulator, Grass Hopper, Ant, ect.
Take into consideration that there is no drinking water or toilet facilities at the lake when you pack for the outing. Pack plenty of water and a good lunch.
I look forward to seeing and and fishing with you at Burnside Lake.
Don't hesitate to contact me via Meetup with any questions or concerns.