Show Specials

Some show specials that you may want to take advantage of @ ourExpo this weekend. 

Ross USA Reel Promotion Details: Purchase a Ross USA reel and you can purchase a matching spare spool for the reel at 50% off the suggested retail price. This discount is only available during the Expo. For each Ross USA reel purchased you can purchase one matching spare spool. There is no limit to the number of reels you are allowed to purchase

SA Fly Line Trade-In: Time to replace those fly lines? Get $20 off a newMastery line for each used (in any condition) line you trade in.  Only one line can be traded in per new fly line purchased.

Umpqua Pack Program: Purchase a new Umpqua pack at the event and receive a free UPG Flybox from Umpqua.

Buff: Buy 2 Buffs and get 25% off.

Pacific Fly Group: Be sure to stop the PFG booth and restock your fly box.  Super quality flies for just $12/DZ.

Rio Fly Line: Free 3 pack of Rio Leaders with purchase of Rio Fly Line.

Sage: Free Rio Fly Line with purchase of a Sage rod.

Winston: Buy a Winston “Green” rod and have your name inscribed on the rod free of charge.

Costa Sunglasses: Free gift with sunglass purchase

Look for other show specials throughout the Expo.

 
Bring your $25 off $100 purchase coupon (on regular priced items) or, if making a large purchase, take advantage of our “We pay the Tax” (on regular priced merchandise only) offer.

Fly Fishing Expo Info

Here is the presentation schedule for the April 6-7th Fishermen's Spot event. We hope you will join us both days to take in some of these great presentations. On Sunday April 7 we will have manufacturer’s reps on hand from over 20 major fly fishing brands so that you can see for yourself what’s available. Enjoy!

SATURDAY April 6th

9:30AM: - "Fly Fishing the Surf" Local surf guide Jeff Priest is the man to get you started or up your game in the surf. When, where, and how to get going in this fun fishery that is so close to home.

11:00AM - "Fishing Missouri River Hatches, Montana" Jason Newmack from The Lodge at Eagle Rock. The Missouri River has amazing hatches and Jason Newmack will help sort out what flies and when.

12:30PM - "Carp Fishing in Southern California" Conway Bowman host of Fly Fishing the World. Conway has fished all over the globe for many exotic species but he still loves to carp fish right here in So Cal. So much so that he also hosts the annual Carp Throw Down on Lake Henshaw. Find out more about this great gamefish.

2 :00PM - "Seasons on the San Juan River, New Mexico" Chris Taylor from Fishheads of the San Juan River Lodge. Chris and his guides are masters on the mighty San Juan. Flies, gear and techniques will be discussed in this informative presentation.

3:30PM - "Dry Fly Fishing the Yellowstone Region" Nelson Ishiyama from Henry's Fork Lodge> Nelson has fished the Yellowstone region for over 40 years. His knowledge of the area’s dry fly fishing is unsurpassed.

5:00PM - "The Calico Syndicate" The Movie and Kona Beer. Learn from the Calico masters about patterns and techniques for this uniquely So Cal game fish. The guys will be sharing a 17 minute trailer of their great movie which will be on the shelves this summer. Since the boys are sponsored by Kona Brewing Company they decided to bring some ice cold Longboard Lager to share too.

SUNDAY April 7th:

10:00AM - "Secrets for Success in the Eastern Sierra" David D' Beaupre from Sierra Trout Magnet. Season is almost upon us and David will give you the tools to get off to a great start for the new trout year.

11:30AM - "Salmon, Steelhead and Trout in Small Streams, Sitka, Alaska" from Tad Kisaka of Classic Casting Adventures. Fishing small, wild, intimate, rivers for bright sea run Steelhead and Salmon is a passion for Tad Kisaka. Learn how affordable and accessible this fishery can be.

1:00PM - "East Cape Big Game, Baja, California" Jeff deBrown from The Reel Baja. Jeff is an expert on the many species that inhabit the waters of Baja. Want to chase Roosterfish on the beach, tease sailfish to the fly or pull on Yellowfin Tuna? Jeff is the man.

2:30PM - "Fly Fishing the California Delta" John Sherman from Simms. You have seen John’s photos on the cover of many fly fishing magazines and his home, literally on the banks of the Delta ensure a superb presentation on the awesome fishery.

Any questions please feel free to call the shop.

(818) 785-7306
The Spot.

Orvis Day December 9th

Hi Everyone,

The Fishermen's Spot is hosting an Orvis Day to be held at the shop this Sunday, December 9th from 

10 am - 4pm. We will be offering casting programs, meet and greet Orvis guides, raffles, sales, discounts and more. See below for details!

•For the first forty customers who spend $50 dollars on Orvis merchandise: You will receive a $25 off coupon towards your products.

• Raffles through out the day that will include a fully loaded Orvis lanyard.

• Order any Orvis Hydros reel and receive $50.00 off (not combinable with any other Orvis offer.)

Meet the Orvis Pro Staff who will be presenting at the shop on Orvis Day: 

Terry Gunn: Lee's Ferry, Arizona.

Terry Gunn is co-owner of Lees Ferry Anglers Fly Shop and Guide Service and Cliff Dwellers Lodge in Marble Canyon AZ. Lees Ferry Anglers is one of the largest guide service's in the US with 14 full time year-round guides. Terry has been a full time fishing guide since 1983 and is an internationally recognized fly fishing expert, author, photographer, and speaker. Terry has fished around the world in both fresh and saltwater. Come learn more about this incredible fishery and meet Terry.

Jimmie Morales: Western Sierra and Yosemite.

Come join Jimmie and learn more about fly fish California's Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and the majestic High Sierra. The Sierra Nevada, from Yosemite National Park south, through the Sierra National Forest, King's Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, offer up some great fly fishing opportunities.

Hutch Hutchinson: Regional Sales Manager for Orvis.

Hutch will be giving a clinic titled " A Time To Switch" showing just how versatile a switch rod can be for our western rivers. Hutch has been featured on several TV programs, he has been (and currently) the “Guide School Casting Instructor” for the Orvis Endorsed Western Guide Rendezvous’ since the mid-90’s and has been the Guide Trainer and Consultant to many Lodges, Outfitters, Guide Services and Guides around the world for over 20 years.  He is considered by many to be a “Guides Guide”.   In 2008 he designed and built the worlds first and only 1.2 mile, $100,000, 18 hole Fly Casting Course in Bend, OR

For the past 14 years Hutch has been the Southwest Regional Business Manager for the Orvis Company.  He and his family live in Basalt, CO surrounded by 3 Gold Medal trout streams.  One of his passions is helping anyone further their fly fishing pursuits, especially his wife Paige and 4.5yr old son Ryder. 

Capt Vaughn Podmore: Local Southern California Saltwater and Surf.

Vaughn has more than 20 years experience fly fishing and fine tuning our local waters. Having spent so much time in the water, he is in touch with the tides and winds and trusts his instincts and experience to put anglers on the fish. Vaughn has been a licensed guide since 2000 and also holds a U.S. Coast Guard Master 50 ton captain's license.

Jim Roberts: Wild Waters Fly Fishing, CA

Jim Roberts first picked up a fly rod at 13 and since has spent countless days on the water learning various aspects of the sport. He has accumulated a wide range of experience in the fly fishing industry, from producer of fly fishing videos, fly shop owner, instructor, guide, writer, and manufacturer. But he still enjoys the thrill and excitement of getting somebody into a fish or sharing knowledge with a fellow angler.

Fishing different waters from Argentina to Alaska for the past twenty years, Jim Roberts has learned what it takes to catch fish in a variety of settings and conditions. His passion for chasing any fish with a fly is matched by his desire to teach others about fly fishing.

Jim first got his guide license in 1995 and has been taking fly fishers on enjoyable trips ever since. With over twenty years experience and his professional training as a teacher, Jim is able to share his knowledge to help other anglers make it to the next level. His goal is to make fly fishing instruction as fun and rewarding as possible.

COME OUT AND JOIN IN ON THE FUN:

The Fishermens Spot

14411 Burbank Boulevard

CA 91401-4824
(818)785-7306)

See you on Sunday!!

The Spot.

Thanksgiving & Fishermen’s Spot’s Black Friday

                     

                                Fishermen’s Spot’s Black Friday 

               

Thanksgiving Weekend Celebration! 

Well, you have been thinking about getting that special someone something in fly fishing anyway, so let us make it a little easier for you when you come in “The Spot” this extended Holiday Weekend (Friday through Sunday).


Spend $50.00 get a $5.00 Fishermen’s Spot merchandise certificate.

Spend $100.00 get a $20.00 Fishermen’s Spot merchandise certificate

Spend $500 or more and get a $125 Fishermen’s Spot merchandise certificate.


Good only for non discounted merchandise on hand or paid in full special orders and the certificates expire Dec. 31st 2012.


Call the shop for details or questions: (818)785-7308 for more info.



Thank you.



The Spot.

Demo Day @ the Spot

Demo Day @ the Spot

Cast the awesome new Helios 2 rods with Orvis Western Regional Rep. Hutch Hutchinson and check out the new products from Orvis.

Informative programs from Orvis Endorsed Guides/Outfitters

Terry Gunn: Lee’s Ferry, Arizona

Learn more about this incredible fishery.

Jimmie Morales: Western Sierra/Yosemite

Learn the secrets of the Western Sierra

Capt. Vaughn Podmore: Local Saltwater/Surf

Great local fishing is not far away.

Plus Special promotions all weekend long.

When: Sunday, December 9

Hours: 10 a.m. – 4  p.m.

Fall Sale, So Cal Fishing Conditions and Dates to Remember.

Hi Folks,

We trust everyone is having a great start to the fall and we have a few announcements to make. 

First, we will have some great brands on sale starting Tuesday, November 6th and running through Sunday, November 11th. If you have any questions, call the shop (818) 785-7306.

BRANDS ON SALE:

Airflo Tropical Fly Lines: On Sale 20% Off.

Simms G4 Guide Boots: On Sale $219.00- $149. 95

Pursuit Gore-Tex Mid Height: On Sale $139.00 - $84. 95

Pursuit Gore-Tex Low Height: On Sale $119.00- $71.99

Simms Headwater Stockingfoot Gortex Wader: On Sale $299.95 - $249.95.

Media: All DVD's and Books, 20 % off.

Typhoon Polarized Sunglasses: On Sale 20 % off
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Next up on our announcement list -- here are some very important DATES you will want to mark on your calendars: 

December 9th, the Fishermen's Spot is holding a Orvis day at the shop. 

Also, the weekend of April 6th-8th, the shop will be holding an event to remember, so keep these dates FREE on your calendars -- you will be glad you did. (More info to come shortly on the April event.)

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Finally, we have some updates for you on the fishing conditions here in California from local guides.

Fishing Conditions:

Sierra Update:
Steve and I made our annual fall trip to the Sierra again last week and here is our report.  

"We arrived at the Interpretive Site on Hot Creek at 4 p.m. and found it uncrowded and loaded with big trout that ignored most of our offerings, although we did manage a few fish on emergers just before it was time to check in at Hot Creek Ranch.  Our first full day of fishing was something we had both been anticipating for a long time.  David de Beaupre, from Sierra Trout Magnet in Bishop, had invited us on a float trip down a wild section of the Lower Owens and we were excited to see this untamed area for ourselves. We meet at David's shop and headed for the river.  A half hour later we were floating into a dense tunnel of tules and willows and casting into some great looking water.  The area is tough to get to and gets almost no traffic, or fishing pressure, so our hopes were high.  Fishing turned out to be quite tough and, although we did catch 6 or 7 fish each we were hoping to hook some of the bigger trout that inhabit this area, only Steve managed to stick one really good fish that got off in a weed bed. Great fun and a trip I want to do again soon. 

We still had time to fish when we got back to the ranch and Steve and I walked to our favorite spots and fished the last couple of hours of daylight.  I was having a tough time getting fish to rise to anything in my box and went back to an old favorite, a size 16 Stimulator skittered and bounced across the riffles.  This method brings a lot of fish up to chase the fly but they are hard to hook.  It's a fun way to spend a couple of hours and I caught fish too.  

The rest of the week was spent matching the hatch with the predominant patterns being size 20 and 22 Caddis and BWO in the same sizes.  13'-15' 6x leaders were the norm and fish were plentiful and willing.  It's a great time to be in the mountains with a fly rod in hand.  Get out there!

Long Beach and Catalina Island Update:


Courtesy of Vaughn Podmore

Beaches: Bolsa Chicha Beach is fishing well with some big corbina, halibut and surf perch. Top patterns are clousers. Remember, mornings are cool so dress warm.

Inshore: The inshore bite is good along the Long Beach break wall. First light is best.

Offshore: Catalina is fishing well with good numbers of barracuda and calicos. We are also seeing the occasional Yellowtail in the mix.

To book a trip with Capt Vaughn

SaltyFly Guide Service

saltyflyhb@yahoo.com


http://www.saltyflyfishing.com/Home.html

So Cal Salt:

Santa Monica, South Bay and El Segundo Beaches:


By Jeff Priest.

All throughout the South Bay the fishing has been really good. Perch are averaging 5-15 inches and the Yellowfin croaker bite is best at first light, on an incoming tide. However, there are still some big corbina working the shallows this late in the season surprisingly. Actually, these are some of the biggest I have seen in several years, so if you want to catch a big corbina, now is the time.

To book a trip with Jeff contact him at:

http://www.eefishent.com/index.htm  

jeffpriest12@yahoo.com

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That's it for this week. Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Twitter as well for the most up-to-the minute updates and news from The Spot.

Tight Lines,

Ken.

Fishermen's Spot Abel & Bauer Reel Sale

The Spot is having a sale on Abel and Bauer Reels while stocks lasts.

Bauer Reels: Salesman's Samples.

Rouge (Size 6) Classic:  Regular Price - $595 On sale for 30% off Retail

Mac Kenzie CFX: Regular Price $310-$415 30% off Retail.

Abel Reels:

Fish Graphic reels & colored reels are on sale at Black reel prices!

This is a great savings on a reel that will last a life time.

The sale is limited to stock on hand. Please call the shop, or stop by for pricing on reel models. (818) 785-7306.

*Note : " De Young reels not included"  on the sale.

 Tight lines,

Ken.

(818) 785-7306.

 14411 Burbank Boulevard  Van Nuys, CA 91401