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Today, 08:54 AM

Bill Kiene semi-retired replied to a thread Opening day on the Lower American River Steelhead story #21A in Steelhead/Salmon

That sounds good. In February and March, we usually get some wild Spring run Steelhead or Bluebacks. I remember runs of smaller ~13"...

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Yesterday, 06:53 PM

Bill Kiene semi-retired started a thread Good article on Peacock Bass fly fishing in the Brazilian Amazon Jungle. in Warm Water - Bass, Panfish & Carp

Florida guide, Bill Blanton, wrote a nice article about his trip with outdoor writer and photographer, Dan Blanton to Brazil. ...

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Yesterday, 06:02 PM

Bill Kiene semi-retired started a thread Fishpond tackle bag for sale. in Classifieds

Fishpond products have been the most durable of everything I sold for over 50 years. If interested contact Captain Andy Guibord: 916/849-1529 ...

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Yesterday, 05:34 PM

Bill Kiene semi-retired started a thread Simms mesh shorty vest for sale - the Freestone. in Classifieds

Today the Simms Freestone vest is $129.00 new. It was our top-selling vest for decades. I have 2 in my garage. This one looks like new and is a...

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Yesterday, 04:41 PM

Bill Kiene semi-retired started a thread A fly box with ~200 Umpqua flies for sale. in Classifieds

It looks like about 200 flies were purchased when Andy was chasing trout. Now $70.00 Contact Andy if interested. 916/849-1529 ...

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Yesterday, 10:33 AM

Bill Kiene semi-retired replied to a thread Opening day on the Lower American River Steelhead story #21A in Steelhead/Salmon

One fact is, that on average, February and March can be better than January. Jeff Ching and his fishing partner Earle drifted the river recently...

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01-13-2025, 04:37 PM

Bill Kiene semi-retired replied to a thread Guide recomendations for Caye Ambergris, Belize in late Feb. early March. in Fly Fishing Travel

That sounds good.

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01-12-2025, 11:51 PM

Bill Kiene semi-retired replied to a thread Opening day on the Lower American River Steelhead story #21A in Steelhead/Salmon

Well, an old friend who guides the Lower American River told me Jeff Ching was the only person he saw catch a Steelhead on opening day. It is...

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01-12-2025, 10:22 PM

Bill Kiene semi-retired replied to a thread Fly Fishing for Steelhead in Pescadero Creek (San Mateo county) in Steelhead/Salmon

During the 50 years that I was involved in retail sales of fishing tackle in Sacramento, I witnessed the decline of Steelhead populations. I was...

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01-10-2025, 11:15 PM

Bill Kiene semi-retired replied to a thread Tarpon from Kayak in Saltwater

I heard they have caught them off of Africa around 300 pounds.

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01-10-2025, 11:12 PM

Bill Kiene semi-retired replied to a thread 17' 5" Scout center console, new 90hp Yamaha, trailer and tons of extra for sale in Classifieds

$21,500.00 for everything listed.

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01-09-2025, 08:14 PM

Bill Kiene semi-retired started a thread 17' 5" Scout center console, new 90hp Yamaha, trailer and tons of extra for sale in Classifieds

Length 17’ 5” Beam 7’ 5” Dry Weight without engine 1,050 Fuel capacity 34 gal Draft 10 “

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01-07-2025, 04:16 PM

Bill Kiene semi-retired started a thread Tarpon from Kayak in Saltwater

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/akvSCp3ZTBI How big?

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01-05-2025, 03:05 PM

Bill Kiene semi-retired replied to a thread Ron Hayashi, Merchant Marine officer, retired, recently passed away. in Events

Dear Friends and Family, The "Celebration of Life" for Ron Hayashi will be: FRIDAY, JANUARY 31, 2025 at 11:00am Location: Rogue Valley...

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01-05-2025, 08:54 AM

Bill Kiene semi-retired replied to a thread FS: 4 Prs Columbia Convertible Trail/Wading Lightweight Cargo Pants Men's L in Classifieds

Looks like good warm weather zip-off pants/shorts combos.

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01-04-2025, 07:25 PM

Bill Kiene semi-retired started a thread Opening day on the Lower American River Steelhead story #21A in Steelhead/Salmon

Maybe 40 years ago, a regular customer came in a few days after the opener with a good story. He had gone to college with a guy up at Humbolt...

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01-04-2025, 06:52 PM

Bill Kiene semi-retired replied to a thread In California they are working on wild Steehead tributary rehabilitation. in Steelhead/Salmon

Yes, mogaru, in the last 10 years, many fisheries have totally crashed. I did hear from a top guide friend that the Trinity River was good in...

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01-04-2025, 01:19 PM

Bill Kiene semi-retired started a thread In California they are working on wild Steehead tributary rehabilitation. in Steelhead/Salmon

Here is a note I just received from a friend who works in fisheries: "For decades, CDFG/CDFW and its partners (NMFS, USFWS, NRCS, Resource...

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01-04-2025, 07:31 AM

Bill Kiene semi-retired replied to a thread Happy New Year! in Events

Thanks Greg. I hope everyone here has a wonderful 2025.

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01-02-2025, 12:42 PM

Bill Kiene semi-retired started a thread Ron Hayashi, Merchant Marine officer, retired, recently passed away. in Events

Ron was very involved in the fly fishing world. Everly on, in my fly shop career, he helped me a lot. Back then "Uncle Ron" was one of the best...

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01-02-2025, 08:23 AM

Bill Kiene semi-retired replied to a thread LGC's January Newsletter 2025 - Happy New Years! in General Fly Fishing

Have a healthy 2025, Lance and family.

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12-31-2024, 07:01 PM

Bill Kiene semi-retired started a thread Happy New Year in Events

I hope everyone who comes to our Forum has a healthy 2025 and has some good times on the water.

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12-30-2024, 07:46 AM

Bill Kiene semi-retired replied to a thread Greys GR70 Stremflex Plus 9’6” 3wt in Classifieds

Pretty much a bargain now.

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12-30-2024, 07:45 AM

Bill Kiene semi-retired replied to a thread 2007 G3 DLX1652 CC 60/40 Yamaha jet in Classifieds

That is a practical all-around boat for the rivers, the Delta, and lakes/reservoirs.

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12-29-2024, 12:39 PM

Bill Kiene semi-retired replied to a thread Sage RPLXi 10 Weight 1090-3 Graphite III - $210 in Classifieds

You are right on the money. Today, almost no fly rod manufacturers make anything but 4 piece rods. The 9' #5 line in 4 piece is the top seller...

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12-28-2024, 07:42 AM

Bill Kiene semi-retired replied to a thread Sage RPLXi 10 Weight 1090-3 Graphite III - $210 in Classifieds

Some fly fishers think the 3 pieces fly rods are the best configuration. Great rod at a fair price. Good for King salmon, Trevally,...

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12-28-2024, 07:33 AM

Bill Kiene semi-retired replied to a thread Best castable fish finder in Stillwater - Trout In Lakes

I saw a guy put a yellow round device about the size of a tennis ball on his line and drop it over the side. On his smartphone, it showed the...

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12-26-2024, 05:45 PM

Bill Kiene semi-retired replied to a thread Merry Christmas to all who come here to our forum. in Events

Thanks Ray.......are you there full-time now?

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12-26-2024, 05:43 PM

Bill Kiene semi-retired replied to a thread Merry Christmas to all who come here to our forum. in Events

Thanks Lee. We had some wind so looking for it to slow down to 10 mph.

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12-25-2024, 06:37 PM

Bill Kiene semi-retired replied to a thread Merry Christmas ⛄ Kieneland from LGC in General Fly Fishing

Thanks Lincoln, hope you guys have a fun Christmas and a healthy 2025.

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