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Wow. That was one hell of an article. Perhaps charity needs to begin at home for Davis Family Vineyards? It is nice and all to help support conservation efforts on Putah Creek, but I think the...

As noted above, the Russian River's problems have resulted from decades of abuse. However, I was unaware of the plight of Mark West Creek. The Sonoma County Board of Stupidvisors have no problem...

Carl,

Thanks for the advice. I didn't think of finishing the fly behind the optics. I am really new to tying so I am still learning how to layer in materials and where to start and finish flies....

Thanks for comments on the flies. I will definitely start tying the materials behind the bead-eyes. I have been starting with the eyes, wrapping back, then tying the all the materials forward from...

The latest shad fishing threads got me pumped up to tie a few flies for the upcoming run on the Russian. Here are a few of my first attempts. I didn't have much in the way of materials on-hand, but...

Thanks for the tip to use steel wool. I worked the rust off of three guides, primarily near the guide foot. I would consider a new rod, but my old St. Croix has such a great action I am not ready...

Not sure if this is right place for this question...I have a rod showing some corrosion on several guides. Is there a particular product or technique I can use to clean off the rust without damaging...

I like hitting up the few shops we have in the Northbay. The customer service is usually good and the staff are great resources on everything from equipment to fishing locations. My dad, also a fly...

Mike,

Thanks for the vote of confidence on the 5-weight. I was actually thinking about selling one before posting my question. I have a Galvan OB-4 that I can reduce the amount of backing and...

Thanks for the tip. I might just hang onto one of my faster action 5-weight rods for smallmouth fishing. I have been meaning to head up to Western Sport Shop in Santa Rosa to check their inventory...

What type of rod, reel and line set-ups do folks use for bass fishing? I am planning on focusing more of my fishing time on warm water species, including smallmouth bass in the Russian. I have...