Mike Pease

Sample of Typical Itinerary

Full day: Typically meet at 8 a.m. near the fishing destination. Fishing until around 12 pm with approximate 30 min. lunch. Fish until approximately 4:00-4:30 pm. Beginning and ending times are flexible to meet client needs and/or to take advantage of hatches.

Half day: Can be either 8 am-12 pm or 1-5 pm. Beginning and ending times are flexible to meet client needs and/or to take advantage of hatches.

Instruction: 1, 2, and 3 day clinics and classes offered at the serene Greenhorn Creek Guest Ranch near Graeagle, CA, which is approximately 2.5 hours from Sacramento. Information can be found at www.mikepeaseadventures.com. Also offer 1:1 instruction with 2 hour minimum at $75/hour per person.

Species You Fish for:

Trout & Steelhead

What Should Customers Bring?

Mandatory Items

• California Fishing License - we cannot fish without it
• Breathable chest high waders & wading boots – MANDATORY in spring, fall, or winter – optional in summer
• Prepared to wade - wading shorts & wading shoes (summer only) – OR chest high waders & wading boots (see below)
• If wading shorts & wading shoes, then change of clothes each day
• Sunglasses (polarized much preferred)
• Magnifying glasses & leash (for those of us that need them this is a must!) – I use 3.0
• Hat
• Sunscreen
• Clothes for hot, cold and rain – gortex rain slicker, I like Smart Wool and/or fleece – bring layers
• Extra clothes for after in case you get wet

• Breathable chest high waders & wading boots – MANDATORY in spring, fall, or winter
• Rod - 8.5' to 9', 5 or 6 weight is best
• Reel - floating line, 7.5-10' leader ending in 4x. Bring 4x and 5x tippet
• Varying size split shot, thing a ma bobber as indicator
• Fly fishing vest
• Wading staff (old ski pole with a rope leash works well)
• Varying size split shot, thing-a-ma-bobber as indicator
• Flies (I will provide, but if you want for after our trip) - Nymphs- bead head prince and birds nest Sz 14. Dries - caddis Sz 14, parachute Adams 16-12, and orange stimulator size 8-12
• Polarized sunglasses
• Towel
• Bathing suit for days we go swimming
• Camera
• Knapsack for extra clothes and items

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What type of gear do you recommend?
A. Orvis recommended gear list by stream:

MF Feather River, Calaveras – 3 or 4 wt./ 7.5'- 8.5' Helios 2, Recon, Clearwater or Superfine rods & packages that include reels/line/etc.

NF Feather, MF American – 5 or 6 wt./8.5' Helios 2, Recon, or Clearwater rods & packages that include reels/line/etc.

Lower Yuba, Lower Feather, and Lower Sacramento - 6 wt. Helios 2, Recon, or Clearwater rods & packages that include reels/line/etc.

Safe Passage Sling Pack or Hydros Strap Fishing Vest