The most random weekend (ISE 2024 + Fishing Folsom Lake)

The International Sportsmen’s Expo (ISE) in Sacramento, CA comes around every January and it has been a tradition that past few years for myself and the crew to attend with some fishing the following day. We all had a great time between meeting new people, seeing old friends, exploring the expo, watching football and of course doing some fishing on Folsom Lake.
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CHAPTERS
00:00 - Intro
01:45 - Arrival at the Waldens
05:00 - ISE Meet and greet
06:02 - Seminar and Q&A
09:14 - Coach Cam
09:54 - More Q&A
11:00 - Alden Cam
11:56 - Continued Q&A
13:18 - Adventures of Coach & Alden
14:20 - and more Q&A
15:11 - Net Job
15:40 - Seminar Wrap up
16:31 - Exploring the show
18:10 - Bioenno Booth
19:38 - Future kayak hauler
20:34 - It’s raining
23:05 - A late lunch
24:04 - Eight Thirty PM
25:41 - Sunday morning
27:35 - Launch @Folsom Lake
29:26 - Mark Ensign
31:35 - Aldie strikes
33:36 - Mid morning update
35:23 - I’m the net man
36:10 - Weekend recap

[@markphilippsjr]

It was an absolute pleasure to meet my favorite YT fishing content creator. GB you're so down to earth, and I really appreciate you taking the time to talk . Was a great turnout! And meeting the gang was a bonus! Here's to 2024. LFG 🎣

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Great to meet you Mark and appreciate you coming out!

[@jcann9632]

What an amazing weekend. ISE looked like it was a good event. Bummed to have missed a chance to actually meet you guys. You did not have your RED 100 mph Gore-tex jump suit on..and the fish gods said NONE for you.😂 Topped off by an awesome day on the water with good fiend. Unbeatable!!🤘🍻🍻

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

haha i missed the memo! it was a blast that entire weekend

[@TH-1988]

Honestly...the friendship between this gang here is great. Been watching the journey here for about 5-6 years already, gotta say that they are some solid buddies. Keep at it and cheers to 2024.💯

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

they keep it interesting at all times haha, cheers!

[@TH-1988]

@@GregBlanchardFishing Thanks man, know that you're an inspiration to some. Don't stop your passion! 💯

[@sandybowers5085]

I really enjoyed seeing you with all of your fans out there, Greg! Seeing so many comments here about how genuine and down to earth you are! Great team spirit fishing at Folsom. You have a great circle of friends!!!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Thank you, Sandy! the crew and I had an awesome time and already looking forward to next year

[@sirjustis]

I found your channel during the lockdowns, and covid restrictions, just because i needed something laid back and easy on the brain. Back then you were still figuring it all out, and now your the talk of town!!! Great job, Greg!

[@MrFishingohio]

Same here!

[@HendersonOutdoors209]

It was a pleasure to finally get to meet you! Thank you for taking time to take a picture with me and my friend! Keep up all the hard work and good luck this fishing season! Tight lines!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Great to meet you and appreciate you coming out! the crew and I had a blast that day

[@RiversideGraceFishing]

Thanks for taking us along for the ride 🤘 very cool to see how much love the Dark Horse Division gets from the kayak fishing community. Tight lines Mr. Choi 😂

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

hahah

[@lizsmith9948]

It was well worth braving the rain to hear you and Mike speak, plus get your autographs. Even though my husband and I fish out of a bass boat, we learned a lot about your techniques. When your mom is ready with the new merchandise (hats, sweatshirts, etc.) I'll share it with my club members 👍 Keep those videos coming 😊🎣😊

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Great to meet you and your husband Liz! We had a such a great time that day. Will let you know when new merch is ready!

[@parkster26]

Love the channel Greg. I am from upstate NY myself, and love it when the big girls start rolling in. Always enjoy the vids...I see Mike has lost some weight as well...good for him. As always keep up the great work. 🎉

[@ibr916]

Great content. I'm sure everyone felt like they've grown up with you/dark horse during all the trips and tournaments.

[@konglee4468]

These are my favorite type of videos from you, Greg. Can’t wait for the next video!

[@gumslinger11]

The comraderie among kayak anglers always amazes me. Im in a pretty fun bass club, but it's just a different vibe.

[@DanielDiaz-gd8sn]

LETS GO ❗❗🙏 BLESS UP. ITS POURING DOWN HERE AS I WATCH THISS AS WELL

[@scottbostic6247]

What this video is all about was shown towards the end of the video at exactly 36:00 minutes. The pic with all of you holding up fish with the biggest smile on everyone of your faces. Friends and good times. Great video Greg. Now, the next one should be about you making friends with some huge bass. Lol

[@B1GE2]

In this era of hate and “clickbait” it’s so refreshing to see a dude just spreading positivity and just having a good time with his buds. The vibes are always great in your videos and you seem like a great dude to grab a beer with.

[@MarkoMygun]

Wow what an Awesome weekend Greg,nothin like havin fun with your buddy's. Thanks for taking us along. Can't wait for the next one.

[@jamescanady3442]

"You're gonna be on KZbin, so if you don't wanna be, come let me know, and we'll blur your face out." Still one of the most considerate creators out there. Thank you for always maintaining your standard of decency Greg. You and your crew will always have my undying support.

[@johnzeetee6747]

Good times, good friends, good life!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

yessir!

[@southwestindianaoutdooradv4714]

The camaraderie is what is so awesome about these videos!

[@joshhamilton4482]

We all have days like that Greg, it puts a little perspective into our lives and makes us grateful for the times we do catch fish! Tight lines my man!

[@predwards8941]

both my favorite KZbin anglers won their respective AOYs this year. So cool! Amazing work gents.

[@neiljohnsen276]

Greg moving up in world of fishing! From customer to rep. Good for you. Well earned!

[@rafabonati7757]

Great video! Every time you guys get breakfast burritos, I get so hungry. I used to live in Arizona, so I know how good it can be.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

For sure, they hit the spot on a Sunday morning

[@Flippincz]

Good to see all you guys out there!!! It was really good to meet you and Mike in person. Still waiting for a Mike bass phone sticker. Fishohn! #livinthedream

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

You as well! we had an awesome time and can't wait to do it again bigger and better next year

[@scottszczechowicz5699]

Things I learned: Greg is a celebrity 🤪 Alde going to be a Dad!👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 Looked like a fantastic time!!

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

lots of info lol

[@barrycates7360]

I enjoyed everything about this video. Thanks again for bringing us along !!!!!

[@cksamo]

What can I say that others here haven't already said. This is just about the most perfect video all around. Maybe Greg's finest work, just so real and makes you feel good.

[@HeavenlySnipez]

Even as a boat guy, you might have the best content on this platform. I've said it like a dozen times, in a dozen different videos, but the best videos are with your best friends. There's just something about that true, best friend camaraderie, that makes these videos so relatable. Cheers to 2024!

[@salamanderking8117]

It was very interesting to see one of the creators I follow in real life. Sadly didn't get to personally meet you BUT I did get to witness you briefly for your chat. Hope the rest of the show went great for you man

[@rbd6661]

Love to see all the support.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

it was amazing to see

[@lEddieHarris]

Good job Greg. It Was awesome to see some of the dark horse crew in person, cheers for all the future biggins 🔥

[@stevenvargas6406]

That was awesome fellas!!!! Happy to be a fan!!!🍻🍻aka Sierra Nevada!!!

[@timothyperiard7048]

Hey Greg, great video. Looks like you guys had a great time. Always enjoy your videos always informative. Good luck this year on the tournament trail.

[@homegrowncatch]

Great video Zach….i mean Greg!! lol good stuff as always man. Best personality on KZbin

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

hahah, thank you sir

[@chengher348]

It’s always a great morning getting ready for work with a coffee and a GB video starting the morning off right

[@mr.v2689]

Pretty cool fellas pretty dam cool!

[@ronwallace7563]

Next vid Greg will sound all stuffy and coughing due to shaking all those hands.....God Bless you sir for going through all that at ISE. Let's watch and see who in the gang catches a cold and who doesn't.....then we can honestly say " can't even catch a cold!".

[@ichabod13]

Great video watching you hang out with people who enjoy and respect what you do! Thanks for everything and always fun to see you and the gang together.

[@MrFishingohio]

It was so cool seeing how many fans you had show up! Had to be a nice experience!

[@db9818]

Funny Coach talking about the ambulance, I am from the area and was looking at it too.

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Shoot, I might have to snatch it up haha

[@Abe_Sinclair]

Woah, our Greg is pretty famous IRL!😮😊

[@feelgoodfishingwithhenko251]

That was so nice to watch....all the way from South Africa

[@maddmannziggy89]

This is so awesome that you guys are so well known!! And that is just in Cali! I’m from Iowa and I never miss a video of Greg’s and the crew!!! Well deserved boys!

[@eceDigital]

the new "Berkeley Dong", awesome B roll!

[@Freedomfishingtuglife]

That was a good seminar you put on a lot of good information. I always respect the yak community On the water I slow down when I see you guys and have total respect for you guys all the time. #Tug Life

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

thank you sir! Much appreciated and same goes for kayakers. we have to make sure we're not putting ourselves in vulnerable positions or blind spots as I do believe the bigger boats have right of way out there

[@Salt.Fresh.Finesse]

Seeing Greg and Alan Fong in one vid is quite the cross over episode lol

[@leobardorodriguez8428]

Great meeting you sucks I didn’t ask for a picture but me and my uncles appreciate the knowledge you gave us on the kayak

[@fishingwithbdawg3620]

It is so good to see all the people that came out to hear you guys speak. I ope your channle grows evan more you deserve it. Fish on buddy

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

thank you sir, we had a great time

[@adammead8197]

What a great weekend sesh! Cheers bud!

[@garymueller6488]

Great video brother. Wish I could have made it out to say hi. Maybe next year. Keep up the good work and good luck this year.

[@anthonyvespia6662]

Greg, that was a great video my friend. I really enjoyed every part of it, from beginning to end. You're truly the face of our sport! Awesome fishing in the end. 🙏 🌊 🎣

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

Thank you! we had such a great time

[@devincampbell572]

i made it on your video i had a great time and it was awesome to meet u

[@djmyslinski7613]

😅😂😅😂 who let y'all on stage! Lol nah that's not easy but y'all had me wishing I was there from NC

[@Jerms84]

Cool looking bass Aldie caught

[@RichardMcdonald-cg5yu]

Coach was my entire family during that game 😂😂 BANG BANG NINERRR GANG 💪

[@valenor916]

Wow so Folsom does have fish! Cheers GB!

[@hankcogburn2600]

I can’t wait till spring!

[@justinhoward7317]

27:21 Alberto’s smacks 👌🏼🔥

[@Kykayakbasser]

Excellent camera work Coach!

[@adventurousretiredamericans]

You guys always have so much fun! I hate those days when I'm the one who gets skunked; you're a good sport.

[@TheFishinMortician]

Hey a solid weekend, looks like it was a blast. Now that I know about that expo maybe I'll hit it next January!

[@dne3142]

Man, I wish I could have gone! It was an honor to meet you in seneca Falls with my son last June! I'd love to get you to some awesome spots when you come back home to visit in the spring or summer!

[@keithdunton1769]

Coach: I’ll be your Huckleberry… 😂😂

[@mikeryan925]

Good times!

[@BackWaterYakin]

Bummed I couldn’t make it this year looked like a great time with great people! Tight lines!

[@triciablanchard7747]

When you go to steakhouse - nothing like a hoodie and sweats 😎 Greg’s outfit he will be buried in lolll

[@Longboard-Dude]

Mr. Greg . . . Wish I could have made it up to ISE the Saturday you presented; would have loved to meet you and the crew. Also, "Thanks" for sharing tidbits of your Q&A session. If you present in future ISEs, I hope they'll provide you with a larger area for your attendees . . . looks like you could have used a dedicated area 3-4 times bigger than what you had; testiment to your followers 👏. Also, didn't realize Mr. Mike was such a good public speaker . . . YES, he's funny as heck, but his public speaking abilities pleasantly surprised and impressed me 👊. NOTE to Mr. Alden (INVISALIGN smile guy): During "Aldent Cam", I was glad to see you wearing your "aligners" and hoping the treatment is going well 🤙.

[@dennisbybee1683]

Great show guys see you out on the delta franks Track soon tight lines thanks Dennis

[@J.S_Fishing]

Great to meet you. Ill catch you out on the water someday. Keep fishing and making youtube content. 👍👍

[@GregBlanchardFishing]

You as well! Yessir!

[@scottbostic6247]

Only time in my life I am jealous about being not being on the west cost. Really would have loved to catch you at the Q & A. Maybe another time.

[@killamilla1212]

Love Dutch in this episode!

[@55Dag]

Great video. You guys are rock stars. Best crew on KZbin

[@yvlopez77]

Now that’s a cool weekend

[@fryeguy9939]

WOW. I wish I could have been there to meet the gang ... But that's like from Wisconsin... Hopefully some day our paths will 🤞 But. Watch out for next year for the PACKERS ... GO PACK GO , The Frye Guy...

[@garybarajas9607]

I don’t know why but when I see Alden and Coach together on video reminds me of Beavis and Butthead, Greg and Mike together Remind me of Ren & Stimpy 🤣🤣

[@Tomahokkz]

That looked like my high school alum Dave Xiong hanging out at the meet up. Yo Dave...I see you brother!

[@ekinvang4436]

The boys going on a mission to find the biggest net was to funny

[@josephvillalobos09]

Man it would have been dope to be there. You're a celebrity!

[@azevedoplumbing]

I'm with Couch ! I was stressing on the 9er game . They got the wind though . Great video Guys

[@AllBassNoBrakes]

That In N Out is not far from a local pond where my love for fishing really took off. A trip seeing you guys there. Appreciate what you do.

[@keithdunton1769]

You GUYS are famous 😳😂😂 That’s so awesome! Keep keeping on Greggy B😉😎

[@hermangarland7968]

THERE goes my favorite fishing buddie Greg Blanchard 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@Fjb.trumpwon]

My first golden bass, was from castaic .

[@tavaris8466]

Awesome 👏🏾 video as usual GB Go Niners 🔥 from Upstate NY

[@ethanrobertson9341]

When you headed back to sweet Texas to fish?

[@RedCloudRoad]

Will a rod company please sponsor Coach ! For the love of God 😆

[@Jerms84]

You guys in were in my neighborhood!

[@deltabassinlegend]

Coffee ☕️ and Greg videos 👍

[@Retep33]

Looks like a ton of fun. Why did I move from Sac to MN!?!

[@thongmoua3132]

The roasting, lmfao

[@Fishingmissions827]

Dang being the skunked third wheel is a tough feeling. But they must fish in wind more than you do to feel those bites

[@isaiahstanley1148]

Another goated video from mr greg but one question why every video is posted at 4 am ? Lol even better question why am i up. Gg greg you win again i will watch

[@Awhite0911]

Probably posting 7am EST

[@bumblebeeyaj9375]

Damn missed it. I'm not too far from Folsom Lake too

[@feelgoodfishingwithhenko251]

Its actually what I plan to do. Build a motorhome/kayak van.

[@elizabethsumpter9129]

👍

[@keithoehmigen1057]

Folsom is my home lake and it's tuff

[@ericmaurer2602]

Dude! Ensign looks like he has lost some weight! lol

[@Jerms84]

Wish I could have gone!

[@FishHuntFreedom]

😂 Ken had you go to the Arden area 🫣 sketchy.

[@travisreidy9156]

No end of the year ocean trip? That White Shark change your mind going onto the big lake?