can't say enough good things about Tom at Get The Net Fishing…read more I called him in the morning and asked if he happened to be free that same afternoon. It was my son Adam's 11th birthday, and our original plans had fallen through. Tom didn't hesitate. He said he was available and we made a plan to meet at Browns Ravine. From the second we met him at the boat, he was awesome. Laid back. Easy to talk to. He immediately made Adam feel comfortable. Adam is a smart kid but he's naturally shy. Somehow Tom had him talking, laughing, and fully engaged within minutes. He was patient, cracked jokes all day, and took the time to really teach him. Not just how to cast, but how to fish. Adam learned how to clean, gut, and bonk the fish properly. Tom explained everything in a way that made it fun and interesting. We've taken our own boat out on Folsom Lake plenty of times and never caught a single fish. Not even a bite. Within minutes of being out with Tom, Adam was getting bites. He caught his first rainbow trout. Then a second. Then a third. We ended up catching a bunch of fish. On the drive home Adam looked at me and said it was the best birthday he's ever had. That says it all. If you want someone who truly knows Folsom Lake and has fished it for 30 years, Tom is your guy. I highly recommend him.

Captain Tom runs an absolutely top-notch guide service. From the moment we launched, it was clear…read morehe knows these waters inside and out. He was patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about making sure everyone had a great experience -- whether you're brand new to fishing or have been doing it for years. Get the Net Fishing Guide Service is 100% the one to book. Highly recommend -- we'll definitely be back.

A fishing trip with Jon on the Napa River was the best ever. He was a great guide and we caught 24…read morebig striped bass. It was fun and a GREAT family day! He was awesome, knew the best places, helped us learn to fish, launched and return was smooth. Peaceful and beautiful and totally fun! Thank you Jon! Lori K.

I have been fishing my whole life and nothing could have prepared me for my trip on the River with…read morecaptain JP! I met captain John just before sunrise and immediately felt comfortable and welcomed! We instantly were discussing our love for fishing and sports in general. Other guided trips I had been on we would catch 3 - 6 fish total. With captain JP our boat caught 54 and I caught over 20 personally! This is more fish than I have caught ever! Not only was I catching but I was being taught techniques from knot tying to bait presentations. The boat is beautiful and has a smooth jet engine which allows it to go in shallow water and big water alike with comfortable ride. PCaptain John was a middle school teacher and his patience and kindness showed the whole time. He is better priced and catches more fish than any other guide I can find. I will definitely be taking my friends out soon for another epic day with captain John!

On a recent mild sunny winter weekend afternoon, I visited the Halsey Forebay fishing access area…read more It's a water reservoir that's occasionally stocked with trout and crawfish. It's managed by PG&E. The reservoir is a lake with shallow rocky edges. It's just for casting fishing, no humans or animals should go into the water. The access and parking is FREE. And as always, anglers 16 and older need a CA fishing license to fish. I didn't fish here. I looked about and soaked in the sights though. It was rusticly beautiful. However the perimeter doesn't have any shade trees. But vibes were super quiet, I call it library fishing. Shhhh. As I walked about the perimeter of the lake, I noticed folks were quiet even amongst their own groups. Even the elementary school age children there were super quiet. An incredible feat. QuietPlace. And about the fishing situation, not much luck with the anglers that day. Stock was low. Near the parking lot is a short concrete pier with fishing rod holders. This is closest to the water shed. The picnic area is across the watershed. To get to the area from the parking lot, you will have to walk, on a narrow steel grate walkway, over the watershed. The rushing water provides for a dizzying visual effect. The picnic area is set back enough from the lake so if you bring the kiddos, this is the area where they can go about hooting n hollering. The area has 3-4 concrete picnic tables and a several bbq pits. It's first come, first serve. This area is not paved, dirt packed; shaded with big growth trees. Plus let me tell you I learned the hard way that the walking path doesn't connect fully around the lake. I don't recommend attempting the mythical loop. The path is mostly gravel with the other parts being dirt. Watch where you step; there was a lot of poop along the trail. There is a stretch of the path that ends and funnels you out to the narrow bike lane on Christian Valley Road near Bancroft Road. There is no adjacent room to the side of the bike lane, only a chain link fence. Cars are going 50plus miles a hour inches away from you; and they are on a curve. So wait until traffic clears for a significant distance to hightail yourself across that stretch which runs about 50 feet. Don't try to walk with cars coming at you; don't risk getting impaled by a side view mirror or worse. There is a paved parking lot and a public restrooms with vault toilets. Sorry ladies, I can't provide any additional info about the restrooms. As always, I try my best to avoid public park restrooms. But at least they have a restrooms. And to add the landscape of area doesn't provide for any natural discrete spots to answer the call of nature.

It's gorgeous out here…read more.. We've been fishing at Halsey Forebay Picnic Area quite a few times now. We've caught trout and crawfish! Along with some gnarly mosquito bites. You can pull in and park in a parking space where it leads right up some picnic benches. Just beyond that, a l is a fence with holders for your pole. About 10-12 of them lined up. If you are fishing here, this is where having a 2nd and 3rd pole comes in handy - just be sure to get your license for that!! The water current starts off strong over here and, depending on what you are using, could float downward towards our into the next person's line, so use wisely! Figure it out! On this cool evening, we were catching them left and right. Everyone fishing here is so friendly. It's fun to meet people and see what they're using. When the sun goes down, and most of the heat goes away, Halsey Forebay becomes a sight for sore eyes... as I said... so gorgeous

For one they had every date we were looking for for two these people are vested in their bait shop…read morebusiness which when you're traveling, you don't always see that. Very nice people the lady was able to help me pull up my fishing license on my phone because for some reason I couldn't find it. Also, the prices are so so much better than a lot of other places. My husband ended up buying another fishing pole, he didn't need one I'm taking off

Great store to shop for fishing baits and supplies…read more Appreciate you man hood guy and owner

Doug and Tina are true scuba professionals. Flexible and knowledgeable. Thanks guys!!!!!!read more

Great people to work with, a big shout out to Doug and Tina, Rob, Randy. I look forward to diving…read morewith them in the future.

Had a great experience at GARCIAS . Hunting preserve.me and my friend and his two boys went . Ages…read more8 and 10. we do not have a dog. And used services provided. Went out with handler and her German short haired pointer. Nova. Jen the guide . Handler was the best. She was a great teacher/mentor to the young boys.even suggested some tips for next time taking boys out with BB guns. And learning gun safety in the field. Top notch place. And everyone we met and talked to in parking lot. we're super cool. Probably members.

After our hunt he asked us how we did? To which we replied we only spotted 5 and killed 2 and we…read moreused our hunting dog. He immediately and very aggressively said: "I hope you're not accusing me of cheating and you better not be!" Shocked by the question and pre-emptive accusations we reminded him that he's the one that asked the question and we hadn't even suggested such a thing. He had some unnecessary choice words for us and walked away. If you're an out of towner, I'd suggest you pick a different business. I never thought he was cheating but after that exchange his behavior assured me that something was not right.

My buddy and I went fly fishing for the first time ever with Happy and he was great! He was very…read morecomfortable on the water and made us feel safe. Happy was very encouraging and inviting towards us as beginners when it came to fly fishing and gave good instruction. We went out for Shad on the American River and he got us into a lot of fish! I would highly recommend Happy Nguyen to anyone whose looking to learn how to fly fish and have a good time on the water.

My son and I hired Happy to help us learn Putah Creek. I consider myself an intermediate fly…read morefisherman, but my son is just starting. Happy and my son hit it off right away. After the trip, my son he really liked Happy. I got on some fish quickly and learned the secrets of this creek. While I had a hard time landing fish, I learned to hook up. Eventually I will be back and will learn this water. Happy has given me the knowledge I need to master this Creek and cut down the time for me to learn it myself. Great lunch. He was very accommodating, even staying later to help us find fish. I appreciate Happy. Give him a call.

If I could give 10 stars, I would. Captain Chris is great and he'll put you on fish! I've been out…read moreso many times and skunked, first time out with Let Em' Eat, hooked a HOG! 53" and helluva fight! They offer cleaning your catch as well! Thanks guys! Highly recommend Let Em Eat sport fishing !

Went to celebrate my birthday with my family. We had an amazing time! It was our first time…read moreSturgeon fishing, Captain Chris and his deckhand Rich were very patient and very knowledgeable in showing us the ropes! We enjoyed our trip, what a memorable birthday indeed! Would definitely recommend!