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SANTA BARBARA FLYFISHERS - APRIL 2026

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LIVE AUCTION - tuesday, APRIL 7TH

The Live Auction will be held at our April 7 general meeting. This year’s auction will include terrific prizes for adventurers. Get together with friends and family to organize bids.

OVERVIEW OF PRIZES & PACKAGES:

• On the banks of the Missouri River with Refined Elegance-Craig, MT
• Wild & Scenic Fly Fishing House on East Fork of the Bitterroot, Montana
• “A River Runs Through It” Fishing Gear from the 1930’s
• Signed First Edition of Norman Maclean’ book including “A River Runs Through It”
• Fish Expedition on the Middle Fork of the Salmon River
• More to come!

On the banks of the Missouri River with Refined Elegance-Craig, Montana | Rivenrock Lodge

2-night private buy-out of Rivenrock Lodge on a mile of the Missouri River. Completely remodeled..with rugged charm and sophistication.

Package includes 5 rooms for up to 9 people, a "Hemingway the Hunter” cocktail hour chat led by an accredited specialist, all chef-prepared meals, all beverages including cocktails and wines, and a guest service team to look after you to insure a memorable luxury sporting lodge experience.

Wild & Scenic Fly Fishing House on East Fork of the Bitterroot, Montana

Steve Brown has donated 5 nights of his cabin on the banks of the East Fork of the Bitterroot River near Sula, MT.

This cabin has five bedrooms and three baths with enough sleeping for 8. Fly fish right off the back deck. After a day of fishing, hiking or exploring, get back to the jacuzzi and a complete kitchen.

“A River Runs Through It” Fishing Gear from the 1930’s

Russ Redmond, Mike Pugh and Sam Soga have assembled an "A River Runs Through It" retrospective gear kit.

This specially assembled kit includes a Granger bamboo rod. Pflueger reel and Bunyan Bug fly assortment. Viewable at our next March 10th meeting. Place your bid at our following meeting on April 7th!

Signed First Edition of Norman Maclean’ book including “A River Runs Through It”

John Maclean, son of Norman Maclean, has donated a first edition (late printing) of “A River Runs Through It and Other Stories”. (University of Chicago Press, 1976). The first printing was a small print run and it is considered highly collectible.

Fish Expedition on the Middle Fork of the Salmon River

Trip is a 4-night/5-day trip for two anglers as part of a group of 16 adventurers. Boundary Expeditions delivers far more than a traditional fly-fishing trip. From side hikes and history, to natural hot springs and geology, the canyon itself delivers an unforgettable experience.

The professional Boundary team combines thoughtful hospitality with subtle touches throughout the journey to elevate the experience to a true trip of a lifetime.

APRIL MEETING / SPECIAL AUCTION / MORE TO COME!

These are just a few of the items that will be available, so come to the Tuesday, April 7th meeting, bring a friend and be ready to bid high and often!

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UPCOMING LOCAL OUTINGS

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MONTHLY EVENTS

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

sb women on the fly!

🎣 SB Women on the Fly — Event Details 🗓 Dates & Schedule Evening • May 29

• Meet-up at a local brewery (social kickoff gathering)

May 30

• Morning yoga
• Fly‑fishing classes
• Campfire gathering in the evening

May 31

• Hands‑on fishing at the Santa Ynez River
• BBQ lunch

🌟 Event Purpose A weekend designed specifically for women who:

• Want to learn the basics of fly fishing
• Want to refresh or improve their skills
• Want a supportive, women-led learning environment

🎓 Instruction & Activities

• Fly‑fishing classes taught by accomplished women fly fishers from Southern California
• A full “hands‑on” fishing day at the Santa Ynez River
• Opportunity to borrow, buy, or bring your own gear

🤝 Community & Experience

• Build new friendships
• Learn a new outdoor skill
• Enjoy a unique, women-centered fishing weekend
• Potential to spark a lifelong passion for fly fishing

Become a member and the $60 cost is included!

CONSERVATION REPORT

NEXT CONSERVATION ZOOM MEETING to be determined. Check your emails for day & time.

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 april 7, 2026

5:30-9:00pm

MINI-CLASS: TBD

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Fly Fishing the Kern River

5:30-9:00pm

There are very few rivers left in California where you can stand in wild water, surrounded by steep canyon walls, and cast to native trout that have never seen a hatchery. The Kern River is one of those places.   The Upper Kern River is one of California's last truly wild trout rivers. Flowing nearly 70 miles out of the High Sierra, it winds through rugged canyon country and offers anglers the opportunity to pursue powerful native Kern River rainbow trout and wild brown trout in some of the most exciting pocket-water fly fishing in the state.   In this presentation, Guy Jeans will share what makes the Kern River such a remarkable fishery and why anglers return to it year after year. Drawing from decades of experience guiding and teaching on the river, Guy will explain how to fish the Kern successfully and the techniques he uses every day while guiding anglers on this incredible water.   Guy will also explore the diverse fly-fishing opportunities found throughout the Kern River watershed, including the 65 miles of the Lower Kern River, known for outstanding bass fly fishing, as well as the Stillwater opportunities at Lake Isabella.   Topics will include effective techniques, recommended flies, gear and equipment, seasonal strategies, and key locations to help anglers better understand and successfully fish the Kern River system.   Rivers like the Kern are becoming increasingly rare, and protecting wild places like this ensures that future generations of anglers will still have the chance to experience truly wild 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

LAKE CACHUMA

MONTHLY FISHING REPORT

Lew's School - on Cachuma!

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Lew Riffle, past president

"The Doc's In"

APRIL - TITLE FOR DOC CEDAR

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Ted "Doc" Ceder - Casting Director & more!