SANTA BARBARA FLYFISHERS

PRESIDENT'S POST

SANTA BARBARA FLYFISHERS - JUNE 2026

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UPCOMING LOCAL OUTINGS

MONTHLY EVENTS

• Monthly Meeting
• Second Salt Saturday
• Monthly Casting Clinic
• Board Meeting

CONSERVATION REPORT

Save Santa Barbara Steelhead

A Campaign to Save Our Local Fish

Author, Dr. Mark Rockwell, D.C.

• Dr. Mark Rockwell, D.C.
• Fly Fishers International Conservation
• Santa Barbara FF Conservation Chair
• mrockwell1945@gmail.com
• 530 559-5759 (cell)

MONTHLY MEETING - june 9, 2026

5:30-9:00pm

MINI-CLASS:

To be determined

LUKE KINNEY

GOING FURTHEr

Luke Kinney, Fly Fishing Guide and Owner.

In May we debated Leonardo da Vinci’s potential as a fishing guide, and in June we welcome a real live Eastern Sierra guide, Luke Kinney.

In this program, rich with stunning images and videos, Luke will take us to the less travelled paths, trails, lakes and streams around and beyond Mammoth. If your view of the Eastern Sierra is limited to Hot Creek, the Owens and Crowley, be prepared to expand those horizons and find solitude and lots of willing trout. Be prepared to break out that backpack and start hiking.

GOING FURTHER is a presentation on the elements that take us to greater lengths to experience a true adventure within fly fishing. We all know what it's like to fish one more bend and hike one more mile, as magic happens when we go beyond the average and ordinary. Luke Kinney will be sharing his experience when it comes to backcountry preparation, from gear selection, trip planning, to fly selection.

In the spirit of going further Luke will also focus on wading techniques, and the power of the fly change. As anglers we tend to get stuck in what works, but at times we are prompted to mix it up and explore new realms of possibilities. This presentation will hopefully inspire each angler to think outside the box and go further in their conquest for trout. 

THE MACKENZIE CENTER

3111 State Street

Santa Barbara, CA 93105

OPEN INVITATION TO JOIN OUR CLUB!

Our invitation to join is “open” all year long. No need to know a member to be invited into the club. No membership drives. Just email, call or sign-up online and become a member today!

WE EDUCATE AND LOVE NEWBIES TO THE SPORT!

Learn almost everything you need for fly fishing - for just the cost of membership.

OUTINGS ALL YEAR LONG!

The outings have been one of the many "jewels in the crown" for this club. We continue education on the water and the comradery, food and friendship is what this club is built on!

GOT GEAR? . . . NO? — NO WORRIES!

We have gear for you to learn from. Just let the leaders know in advance whether you're coming to the 2nd Salt Saturday - or on a camping/fishing trip. AND when you're ready to purchase fly fishing gear we are here to help -- and/or check out our auctions or club garage sales! Lots of great gear to be had at amazing prices!

Any questions about membership? Email Randy Ward at: sbf.secretary@gmail.com

SBF CLUB OUTINGS

FALL RIVER, JUNE 4, 2026

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SAN FRANCISCO STRIPERS, JUNE 25-28

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CHANNEL ISLANDS - JULY 11

Join Santa Barbara Fly Fishers and Sespe Fly Fishers for a thrilling day aboard the Island Tak, exploring the Santa Barbara Channel near the Channel Islands. Chase feisty coastal species amid sweeping ocean vistas on this unforgettable adventure. Sign up at the Outings Page on the website and contact host Vince Narez if you have questions: vjnarez@gmail.com

TROY MEADOWS - JULY 23-26

Escape to Troy Meadows in the Sierra National Forest for a fly‑fishing and camping adventure. Cast to rainbow, golden, and brook trout amid alpine meadows, cool mountain air, and peaceful wilderness perfect for a refreshing outdoor getaway. Sign up at the Outings Page on the website and contact host Lori Lee Collins if you have questions: lorilee.collins@gmail.com

LAKE CACHUMA

MONTHLY FISHING REPORT

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"LEW'S SCHOOL"

June - opening catchy phrase

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Lew Riffle, past president

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"THE DOC'S IN"

June - catchy phrase

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Ted "Doc" Ceder - Casting Director & more!

Congratulations to SBF club member & expert fly tier, Sam Soga for recognition of his 50 years of service to Boy Scout Troop 26.

Sam served as Scoutmaster of the troop and is still an Assistant Scoutmaster. He is affectionately known as "Yoda Soga" for his mentorship and wise teachings.

He was recently honored during a recognition dinner at BSA Camp Rancho Alegre where he received a 50 year service pin and special Yoda Soga trophy.

Check out this special article where you can learn more about Sam . . .

We appreciate him for his service to SB Flyfishers and the community.

From Feather to Trevally: A Not‑Quite Fly Fishing Tale

SBF Member - Daniel Wilson

Fished with 8wt x 9' feather (first time ocean fly fishing) in shallow ocean water off Nayarit/Nueva Vallarta, early May '26, and did not catch a fish.

Then switched to a spin cast with a rapala and promptly caught this Trevalle Jack, 9 kg (about 20 lbs).

Super dark red meat, way darker than the 5kg fish my friend caught.  Almost a fly fishing story! I did learn how to fly cast from a boat though! 

We were in Boseman in early May to attend our niece’s graduation from Montana State.

On Monday we hired a guide for the day and fished the lower Madison near Ennis. The flow of the river at that point was lovely, and we lucked out with the late spring conditions- sunny, warm and windy.

Kaden Kelley from Fins and Feathers out of Boseman has been fishing since he was 3 years old and had a sixth sense about the river, with great stories and shared knowledge that entertained us the entire day. There were plenty of other guides out that day, some of whom were there on their day off with no clients in the boat. Even with all that traffic, there was plenty of water to go around. I had more than my share of tangles casting into the wind, but managed to lay the line down where Kaden directed me to most of the time. 

Tom and I enjoyed a “Quadfecta” that day; hooking but not landing at least one of each: whitefish, golden trout, brown trout and cutthroat. My fish was not the hugest of the day, but it was one of my best ever, and gave me a genuine thrill to land it. 

Another highlight of the day was witnessing a bald eagle miss his mark on the river as he soared up near us to perch on the cliffside above.  (Main image - left).

Kaden spotted its victim- a good-sized White Fish laying in the water, which he waded to and held up for the eagle to see if the raptor would come take it out of his hands.  No such luck. Kaden got back in the boat, and to our delight, we looked back to see that eagle swoop down to reclaim its catch in the water. I’ll never forget the encounter with that magnificent bird, its white feathered leggings gripping its prize. It was really difficult to manage a cell phone to take pictures of the action with all that was going on, but here are two of the best. 

WIND RIVEr, WYOMING HORSEPACK TRIP

Hi everyone, We’re excited to offer a truly unforgettable backcountry adventure this summer — 4 days and 5 nights in the Wind River Range, targeting trophy goldens, brookies, browns, and rainbows in pristine high‑country water.

📅 Trip Dates

August 25–29

🐎 Getting There

Travel by horseback with mules packing your gear. It’s a 6‑hour ride each way into the high country — a true wilderness experience.

🌄 The Wind Rivers

You’ll explore:

• Miles of clear mountain streams
• Meadow stretches
• Pocket water
• Alpine lakes at 10,000 feet

🧭 What’s Included

Provided by Sweetwater Fishing Expeditions:

• All meals
• Camp cooking & cleaning
• Transportation
• Full guide support

🎒 What You’ll Need to Bring

• Fishing gear
• Sleeping bag & personal gear
• Transportation to Lander, WY
• Wyoming fishing license

💰 Cost

$5,200 (includes gratuity) Does not include transportation or lodging before/after the trip.

🎣 Space Is Limited

This is a true Bucket List trip with very limited spots available.

📬 Interested?

Contact Jorge Fulco JDfulcosb@gmail.com