Trout Fishing the Sierras in California: Day Two (Catch and Cook and Camp)

[@bonnierobbins7972]

I love to camp and fish. this is like being there thru you so much enjoyment. I am 76 years young and I envy you so much don' ever stop.

[@srt_spyder]

76 years strong right on dude

[@ciancopeland5790]

This is the most adorable comment I've ever read...

[@jarodmore2836]

This is awesome Bonnie

[@romanterrell9519]

Instablaster

[@youngun1978]

Heck yeah

[@kkmd0113]

i appreciate how comfortable and easy going you are in front of the camera and when you're talking to the camera. just feels like we're out there with you fishing and telling stories. love your channel!

[@ksingleton101]

I fished the Sierra Nevada Mountains in California for over 20 years and I noticed that most lakes had dams that would be used to release water in the fall so they would have a place to store the snow run off. During the Fall trout spawn and with the lakes being already low from not much run off in the long hot summer you would easily be able to find the channels in the lakes. These channels are were the fish love to stay the water is colder and deeper. Fishing in the fall was the opportune time if you ask me. The Owens River would stretch for over one hundred miles and would carry the water unobstructed down from the lakes and streams. All of the lakes freeze over in the winter and unless you plan to hike in the roads to the lakes might be closed. I fished South Lake, Lake Sabrina, North Lake, Lee Vining area (Twin Lakes), Bridgeport Reservoir, June Lake Loop, Mammoth Lakes, Long lake in the summer time and the Owens River from Bridgeport to Lone Pine. The Golden Trout were more difficult for me as I was at that time a smoker and hiking above 9,000 feet would become difficult. The worst thing I ever did in my life, smoke! I didn't get married until I was 38 and from 22 to 38 I spent every chance I got in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. It was just a 5 hour drive north from where I lived and was nothing to drive after work on Friday night. I caught a lot of Browns some weighing 12+ lbs and a lot of Rainbow. The Brook trout were a little harder to find and although really good eating I practiced catch and release. There were lots of times I would get up there before the snow had melted and would spend days fishing the Owens River. I taught myself how to Fly Fish with some help from Dale and the gang at Mac's Sporting Goods in Bishop, CA. If you guys and girls ever get a chance to spend some time there have a great time and please haul out what you take in plus someone else's, (trash). Over those 20 years the shore lines really became polluted with garbage, Styrofoam worm containers, cans and plastic bottles mostly. This is truly a Fisherman's paradise lets keep it that way! I may have left out a couple of lakes and sorry I didn't mention the streams, there are plenty of those, Rush Run in the June Lake Loop was one of my favorites. Use barbless hooks, makes for an exciting and well deserved catch. Float Tubes are welcome and if you want to use a boat only 10 horse motors are allowed in most lakes. Crowley and June Lake I don't believe have a limit on motor but anything over 25 might be to much for such small lakes.

[@byrde4329]

Nice! Ever see/hear of any Sasquatch stories during that time? 😃

[@lynnchandler5845]

Thank you for this great comment. I loved hearing all the places you’ve fished.

[@grekit]

I found your channel about a month ago and love it. I'm not a fisherman, it's not something I particularly enjoy doing myself, but I enjoy 'going fishing' vicariously through you. Your videos are so calming and relaxing; I love watching them throughout the day while working. Keep up the great job! : )

[@Dr.sparky13]

grekit same bro🙏🏽✊

[@Shadow61616]

grekit if you enjoy watching fishing you might enjoy doing it yourself in person! It’s always worth another shot 😁

[@ManicMindTrick]

How old are you grekit?

[@hershisadventuresincalifor9725]

Dang.... now that's influence! Well said grekit and most interesting! I found a few fishing channels like that, though I do fish and enjoy it (outside of snags heh). I still watch fishing channels and find some of them simply hard to put down. I got a feeling this is going be one more of those channels! Besides he fishes in areas I've spent many years of my life. Have a great 2021 grekit

[@rudysison9010]

Just Living those days when you need to do what your heart desires. The Passion, The urges to go and catch those species. To enjoy your catch that's going to nourish your Body. Just totally awesome Matt's!! You do have that knack to have The people to Listen and watch your Videos.

[@rl2109]

Very scenic area, and fine fishing...! Thanks for making such a beautiful video!

[@tristenshumway6999]

I've watched this 3 times and still those red woods are awesome!👌

[@tristenshumway6999]

@wayouttatune2 there's about 8 kinds of redwoods and Nevada has them as well.

[@Mk-hb5dg]

Just got home from a hard loss of a baseball game, was in the semis and lost in a close game. This right here changed my day and made me feel a lot better. Thanks Matt’s 🙏

[@habel1322]

You are my fav fishing youtuber, no un-un-necessary yelling, beautiful editing, informative. Greeting from Bali.

[@jacoville]

People like you moves our humanity forward.

[@andrewbortz8951]

Thanks for supporting my town and knowledge of what I'm up against next month for my trip

[@Chungy562]

I wish to visit and fish one day🤙

[@JmBttnr2]

Fisherman’ Life, agreed Northern California is insanely beautiful. Love that it’s July and we still have snow in the Sierra’s.

[@FishermansLife]

Right. It was a long winter!

[@egomez1225]

You’re such a kind a respectful soul. A breath of fresh air here on KZbin. Your videos are my escape even though I’m not much of a fisher my self. ❤️

[@julesl6910]

Andy is a legend. Thank you Andy for helping make this video happen, you might not know it but you've contributed to one of the greatest KZbin channels ever.

[@arimewillow4278]

My son finally caught his 1st fish, little blue Gill, we go about every Sunday morning. His uncle just bought him a new rod that's a step up from the kids rod he has. He got interested in fishing because of your vids, thanks for filming man!!

[@jeremycox5219]

Wife and I are learning to trout fish also from bay area and just wanted to say your adventure style videos are the best. Tons of great fishing tips cool locations we have been binge watching your channel all day like a TV show. Thanks

[@msrtrini]

Forget the fishing..... that scenery is BEAUTIFUL!

[@screamAprayer12]

I had a dream last night that I caught and cooked a big brown trout that tasted like filet mignon. Thanks dude.

[@myawesomevids10]

Josh Ross Make that dream come true :)

[@brownbouy3043]

You don't eat big browns smh

[@broomstickcowgirl]

I absolutely LOVE your fresh water videos and camp outs!! PLEASE don't stop them.

[@Marlonscrazy]

Hey Matts I mean no disrespect but when handling a trout, especially a wild one you plan to release it’s best to not take them out of the water or handle them with dry hands. Doing both of those increases mortality rate (unfortunately trout are such a vulnerable fish). Again I only want to help spread info on proper fish handling, I’ve enjoyed your videos for a long time now, much respect.

[@FishermansLife]

I hear ya bro. It's so hard for me not to show the camera but you're totally right. I should out em back sooner. Maybe I'll get a small camera next to me for future quick release shots

[@jackandcanon563]

@@FishermansLife I was going to say the same thing! Followed your channel for years and love your videos but it pains me to see you handling Trout with dry hands as the oils on human skin can react badly with Trout and more often than not the fish will die as a result. Maybe invest in some light gloves or even just make sure your hands are wet when you handle the fish? Keep up the great videos though!

[@Dave-jy4wi]

Was going to say the same. It was your left hand. You didn’t wet that hand first. It’s not always easy to remember but very important to do. Especially when handling such a beautiful native fish like that cutthroat. Nice catch, btw! Also important to not let them lay on the ground. All this goes out the window if you’re going to eat them though.

[@jeffhermida4788]

Offering advice isn’t disrespectful. Its how the advice is offered.

[@philOKC]

www.ginkandgasoline.com/steelhead/you-may-be-killing-steelhead-and-not-even-know-it/ Here is a scientific study on the catch and release mortality of Steelhead salmon. Seems it could apply to the different trout species we catch in streams, as well. Just food for thought. Still looking for scientific study data on the claims made in this thread on the brief handling of trout, for photo ops. I have found lots of stories in trout lovers forums, but haven't seen any links to support all these theories about handling trout. Post 'em if you got 'em!

[@xvnbm]

Since I started watching this channel, I have started eating fish much more than before. Seems to be good for my health.

[@valt888]

That stream between the rocks was so beautiful spot to fish.

[@txhypnotist]

U2 work well together. Thanks for sharing I really appreciate you both as well.

[@hunterkline7403]

I love the fact that your outro on part one was the intro to part two. Absolutely genius

[@SAYT3N]

For a guy who has no interest in fishing whatsoever, I really enjoy watching all your videos. Not only are they entertaining they show your personality and you can't find those anymore on youtube. Keep it up Matts

[@leesmithey89]

LOL the awkward silence when fisherman's life said he "I was just thinking... i could imagine seeing a bear right up here" I was thinking the EXACT same thing and your buddy probably was to hahah.

[@FishermansLife]

There was a large open meadow to the right too. Felt like a bear would be foraging around there haha. Luckily not

[@kenogster3059]

The great thing about being there is if you don't catch anything it's still worth being there. Gorgeous scenery.

[@sambenjamin3266]

Every time I watch your videos I am so happy to see the time and effort you put in doing what you love to do. Life lessons learned every post

[@lifeofeels8271]

I enjoy all your videos, but the trout fishing and camping videos are my favorites. Awesome video, Matts!

[@luckyascanbe]

I honestly haven't even gotten a chance to try fishing in a few years, but man I watch every single one of your videos. Keep up the good work.

[@Chungy562]

You gotta get back into it! So relaxing😁

[@stingray427man]

I’ve always wanted to trek to the high Sierras to prospect and fish. Thanks for sharing the type of fish I could potentially catch/eat! 🤙

[@xanderengelbrecht4207]

Love watching all your videos all the way from South Africa. Keep up the good work. Rock on!

[@Medeci]

Ayy 🇿🇦

[@RICKY420z]

Jou Ma Se poes

[@dirty16sierra72]

Man!! I need to know this location. I would love to solo camp with that amazing view!!

[@noahzipay6851]

manzanita lake

[@Sweedurbex]

@@noahzipay6851 legend

[@Flies_the_limit]

@@noahzipay6851 this isn't manzanita lake

[@rilledulu]

The nymhp on the log was most likely a Damselfly nymph

[@jimshen0308]

yup

[@thatboymari6580]

@@jimshen0308 That's the new 6 legged swim doggy that evolves into the 4 winged flying doggy

[@DG-kq8zf]

Dragonfly nymph from the log? I've watched them crawl from the lakes onto a warm rock, hatch, dry their wings and they're off. BTW, I forgot about fishing while watching one hatch because it was so friggin cool. Killer time of year for the glacial lakes.

[@thatboymari6580]

@@DG-kq8zf yes a dragonfly nymph on a log they live in the water the log was in the water before he rolled it over I used to catch them all the time the nymph in the video is bigger than a mayfly already how would it be one

[@hooligan2189]

I don't even fish. I couldn't tell you the 1st thing about it but you make me wanna start! Keep up the great videos!

[@AndrewFerrer3d]

If you haven't I can strongly recommend it. The feeling of catching a fish is exciting and magical

[@jonboyoutdors]

You really motivated me to start making my own outdoor videos, hopefully someday i can make videos as cool as yours! Thanks for all you've done!

[@BobSmith-ml9fc]

You are the best KZbin fisherman out there because you give so much info!!!!!

[@PunchyDonk]

7:44 I've lived in central California for most of my life and I forget that California can be beautiful sometimes

[@i_smell_chicken8007]

PunchyDonk How could u be at 7+ Minutes when the Video ist just pur for 9 Minutes and this comment beeing out for 5 Minutes Did u skip something

[@kiwi9660]

I_ smell_CHICKEN this video is reuploaded🤦‍♂️

[@georgerodriguez2625]

@@nanixoo5044 What the hell is your problem?

[@ltech12]

Sometimes?Northern Cali is freakin beautiful all the time!

[@TySoVm]

I'm so jealous bro. I went three times last year but am moving this year. At least I can live vicariously through your videos. Keep up the quality content!

[@lemoose1000]

You are awesome bro, great job with your videos. I watch them with my little daughter and she only likes watching yours. Keep them coming brother.

[@bubdazambie]

One thing I would recommend for beginner fly fisherman is to get some very small gold and silver single hook spoon baits. These are light enough to use with a fly rod and work great in situations where there is enough current to keep them in motion, anywhere a roostertail would normally be effective they preform well.

[@elroc1]

Love the trout videos for the scenery and the beautiful fish.

[@TmoneyProductions]

The information at the beginning was incredibly useful and surprisingly not as obvious as it would seem

[@kellywaggoner6703]

I just love, love, love your trout fishing videos. Nor Cal is just so dang pretty.

[@cbearslife4950]

Hahaha “if I can recommend anything, it’s get out. Not gonna see nothing staying in. Just passed a waterfall 😂” idk why but that cracked me up.

[@anthonymartinez1621]

Nice catch, I was out at Lake Sabrina and we hiked out to the main inlet, and we only ended catching 1 rainbow trout only 11”

[@kobehernandez9930]

My favorite flies to use in high alpine lakes are: Chironomid patterns, Scuds, and mini leeches. And if they’re eating on top then an Amy’s ant and a dropper with a chironomid below. If I don’t see fish then I’ll tie a mini leech on and a scud trailing behind it!

[@aydin4882]

Almost at 1 million can't wait till that happens keep up the great fishing.

[@Boss-jl7ik]

Fisherman’s life I watch your vids all the time and I would love to see you grow into haveing a big boat of your own or a actually fishing boat and see more from your channel ❤️

[@michaelsalazar7331]

Smart move keeping that area secret. There's not much treasure left in the Sierra's so you gotta protect each gem.

[@Leyenda1]

Protecting from who? Lumberjacks?

[@binzsta86]

@@Leyenda1 Tree hungers

[@dkimbrell707]

You are such a good teacher.

[@paulabrown-smith3290]

you're right.." plan a trip, set a date and get out".. good advice..

[@THECLARKEBEAUTYEXPERIENCE]

Your morning voice is soothing.

[@TheRrobio]

That running water closing fits perfectly

[@littlejohnny4470]

So many lures and all day to fish! Wow! What a nice problem to have! LOL!

[@astoldbylee2746]

I love your channel. I wish I had someone to go fishing and camping with. One day

[@jamieehman1496]

I love how much time and care he puts into these. Like this man will go ahead of his car just to set up a camera so he can get a video of it passing.

[@jerrrrrell]

this hella makes me want to go camping. i miss the outdoors so much.

[@Chungy562]

Gotta get out there🤙

[@honathanjarley777]

There’s no way I’m going to that beautiful place to fish without bringing a few blunts 😂🙅🏽‍♂️

[@kinsperez3808]

Right? In California no less!!

[@BruceWaynesFactory]

tita coleen not everyone smokes weed bruh

[@Chris.Lester]

@tita coleen Nope people who smoke weed are wasting their lives

[@Chris.Lester]

@tita coleen medical marijuana is helpful to people who really need it but people who smoke it and don't need it are wasting their lives are are human trash

[@andrewhting]

@tita coleen Because, it doesn't agree with his world view, lol.

[@timswann9351]

Dude, you're like the Bob Ross of anglers.

[@egomez1225]

it’s always a great day when you upload 💕 best man on KZbin. Keep up the great work

[@actionsportsfishingoc6365]

Just went out there in June Water was rushing from the melt. Caught a rainbow and some kind of yellow sunfish with a black spot on both cheeks. Couldn’t even crawfish in the Lake Tahoe lake since it was all the way up the levy almost on the sidewalk portion before the park (S.lake Tahoe ) Will be coming back to have a crawfish boil next year. 10 hr drive from south OC up 395. Who would have known there is so many fishing spots up that route

[@anthonyyy18]

Can’t wait to see the video of you and Hiro.

[@robertguzman7505]

Couldnt tell if you guys did it or not. Buut, pro bike stand tip. . . lean the rear tire on tree to keep bike up right without a kickstand. Cheers!

[@andykjohnsonjohnson7622]

Great video 👍. Nice fish 🎣 and awesome scenery

[@joser.mendiola1602]

Beautiful lake, outstanding viewy😊

[@johnpadilla480]

The best fly is the one that matches what is blooming or flying around where you are. Fish are smart. I was in Yellowstone and watching the insect bloom, i matched my fly to the bloom and bang caught trout in the Madison river all day. When I was in Yosemite same thing. there were black mosquitoes all over the place eating me alive. I matched a fly that was close to these mosquitoes and i caught a trout shortly after. Key is to match what is going on around you. Also you should use bar-bless hooks to preventing damaging the fish you catch and release. I would have thrown my fly on the water fall and let it flow out over the fish in that first place you were fishing. As long as the fish don't see you it should work :)

[@cee-0454]

Your vids are so inspiring I do this every weekend now

[@w.patpeters4643]

I fished up in the High Sierras a couple times. Up at 7,654 feet . I found 3 little lakes and a bunch of creeks loaded with trout. Used salmon eggs. About 5 seconds after it hit the water...whacko. Over and over and over. I even used little bitty barbless hooks. Best fresh water fishing ever, for me anyway. Oh yeah, there was a big ass bear sneaking around at night. Apparently his name was Bob The Bear. Be careful.

[@xXBYBKxTACKTICXx]

It was so cool to see u fishing my local lakes !!!

[@MtzClan]

I practically felt the heat from your campfire. Great video!

[@andrewurbina3431]

Him “This is the lake , I know you can’t see me” . Me all I see is him lmao when he said that

[@Bobson690]

It's the temperature of the water that triggers them to spawn. Love your videos man.

[@markpettingill4774]

Rainbows spawn in the spring. Browns spawn in the fall. Not all streams dry up . If they did no fry ( baby trout ) would survive. Trout eggs need moving water running over them to hatch.

[@nikomartinez6155]

Never fished in my life and I’m here, I don’t understand... yet I still watch the vids, lol.

[@Chungy562]

Gotta start doing it to understand it😁👌

[@HUMBLWEED]

These two last uploads were really good videos! Nice work Matts!

[@alexmendivil4996]

Thank you for another great vlog

[@MicMurphy1981]

I really appreciate your channel brother you keep it real! Y'all be safe out there brother dont catch all the fish.

[@monalynoderiong]

Really enjoy watching your videos.

[@josephpecoul6532]

Now how much fun can one guy have. Let's go.

[@carterstrazzo4624]

I’ve been here and fished some of these exact spots!

[@coreylang1893]

What's the lake name?

[@Chungy562]

I need to fish these spots🤔🤞

[@ontheotherside3]

please don't name anything. please! unless you want 100 people in your spot next time you go!

[@ksingleton101]

The trout will spawn at the first snow fall. Not sure how they know it's snowing but that is when I've seen them move up to spawn. I've also seen it snow at Long Lake above Bishop on 4th of July so make sure you take warm clothing when hiking at those altitudes. Brown Wooly Bugger was the fly i had the most luck on in the lakes, a black ant in the streams and river but it all depended on the spawn. I was self taught and got all most all my fly's from Mac's Sporting Goods and they would help me choose which ones worked the best for that time of the year. For a spinner bait I would use Panther Martins, Rooster Tails, Mepps and always a couple of dozen crickets. A Water Bobber can really get that cricket out a ways.

[@liutasllc5720]

They start spawning when water temperature starts warming up in spring and cooling down in fall.

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Awesome! Gin clear waters and great trout action!

[@heathjohnson7808]

White fly, rooster tail, corn, salmon roe all get trout super excited

[@jonnohood123]

Love seeing more uploads keep up the good work, if you ever get the opportunity to come over to Scotland I'd be glad to take you for a days fly fishing on some rivers or resevoirs

[@pythomp8390]

The bug is a damsel fly nymph, which when they hatch become the little blue and grey dragon flies. Very good fly for any stillwater lake, pond, etc.

[@michaelpowers9259]

Excellent vid. Great views. I love your outdoor adventures. Yeah, I need to get out more!

[@jackluisortiz1832]

Loved your Surf Fishing, but the Sierras, Ahh that's heaven. At least in the Summer. :-)

[@yogeshdatta4507]

I got addicted to ur videos bro, ordered Salomon and ate this week ends 😁😁

[@yogeshdatta4507]

@black guy i used olive oil :D

[@tomi1964]

8:03 I hear ya, I hear ya! Out of my state comfort zone and away from the east coast...my kayak has been dry for a year now...🤷🏻‍♀️ I’m going to have to take up an old mans offer and learn fly fishing...

[@lastanetaarion]

The scenery around 5:00 is awe-inspiring OoO.

[@3zajp3rd]

great information, did the trip once in my lifetime. turned off I-15 to us 395 all the way to the june lake loop. still to this day one of the most beautiful places on earth. i'm talking about 1969-70. how it is today?????

[@lindaherrera8269]

Hi fisherman love all your videos and I think you hand some gye like to see you fishing and taking to make your videos 👍❤️ I can't wait for you to make another one of your videos come on keep on putting videos 👍

[@equinsuocha1213]

What?

[@jeffreybozeman6245]

Huh?!?

[@alexarreguin5297]

Wow. I was subscribed when you had 70k. You got a mili now. This crazy man. Hell yeah.

[@alexarreguin5297]

Best part is im from mendo. I really learn so much. Thank you sir🙏🏾

[@chaseyooth]

I was just up in the sierras all weekend. Went to onion valley trail head and hiked up the stream to Robinson lake. Was a really tough hike, but caught some beautiful brookies

[@liutasllc5720]

any descent ones or 5-9s? Beautiful area all up and down 395 that side of Sierras with hidden gems all over.

[@chaseyooth]

Liutas LLC all dink’s pretty much, but the dry fly bite was so hot that getting skunked would be pretty hard. I love the 395 lol. Hitting kearsarge in a week or two

[@liutasllc5720]

@@chaseyooth small brookie dinks pretty much the norm in many smaller streams. Their growth gets stunted. Never been to Kearsarge, usually stay other side of 395. Bit ways north know a bunch of good spots. Couple creeks up there even got bunch of nice bass, can pull out a dozen 2-6 pounders in an hour.

[@jayrodb88]

These are my favorite videos of yours , camp fish cook

[@andrewgordonn]

i already watched the first upload of this but i mean hey, ill happily watch it again lol

[@FriedRicePlease]

Well im watching the new and old version side by side and the only difference i see is at 8:25 on the right side there a sign. and its blurred now and the old version it wasn't blurred i guess to hide which specific park hes at? everything else is the same

[@Andre-Nader]

That was my guess too. Even mentions later not wanting to burn a good spot other fishermen use.

[@murunbatjargal3342]

RiceFromHell what park is it would any of you know its beautiful

[@raulgarcia5230]

Good job 👍 you getting fly fishing down!

[@bradliston8990]

Ice off time for lakes is a great time for fishing as well if you can get to the lake.

[@tezcan.yavuz38]

Thanks and greetings from Kayseri...