Pleasanton California fly fishing show.
- Tim
- Mar 2
- 3 min read
Decided to go check out the fly fishing show this weekend, an event that has garnered attention from fishing enthusiasts and professionals alike. The show was held at the Alameda County Fairgrounds, a spacious venue that provided ample room for vendors, exhibitors, and attendees to engage in all things related to fly fishing. The show ran from February 28th through today, March 2nd, creating a long weekend filled with opportunities for learning, networking, and celebrating the art of fly fishing.
The fly fishing show is comprised of a diverse array of guides and lodges, each representing various destinations around the globe. This year’s event featured an impressive lineup of exhibitors who showcased their unique offerings, allowing attendees to explore countless options for their next fishing adventure. Whether you are interested in casting your line in the tranquil waters of a local stream or embarking on a thrilling expedition to remote locations in search of exotic fish species, the show had something for everyone.
In addition to the numerous booths, the event also included informative seminars and workshops led by seasoned experts in the field. These sessions covered a wide range of topics, from fly tying techniques to strategies for targeting specific species, ensuring that both novice and experienced anglers could gain valuable insights. Attendees had the chance to ask questions, share experiences, and learn from the best in the industry, making it a truly enriching experience.
Moreover, the fly fishing show provided a platform for networking, where enthusiasts could connect with like-minded individuals, share tips, and even make plans for future fishing trips. The atmosphere was vibrant and filled with the excitement of shared passions, as attendees exchanged stories about their favorite fishing spots and the adventures they had experienced.
Overall, the fly fishing show at the Alameda County Fairgrounds was not just an exhibition; it was a celebration of the sport and a gathering of a community united by a love for fishing. Whether you were there to discover new gear, learn from experts, or simply enjoy the camaraderie of fellow anglers, the event offered a comprehensive experience that highlighted the beauty and thrill of fly fishing.
Also probably at least 30 professional fly tiers showing off their skills and sharing tips and tricks and selling many of there flies.
There are all kinds of vendors from all aspects of the Fly Fishing industry. Lots of specialty items such as indicators, different types of lines tippets and clothing and gear. Also lots of reels and fly rods.
Also a big part of the show is the casting demonstrations and there were also private lessons that you could purchase.
Probably my favorite part of the show were the presentations.
Lots of local guides and some lodges and private waters were pitching there services though a 1 hour long discussion on there nich. There were I believe 5 different presentations going throughout the day every hour from 10 am to 4 pm. It was great informative
information describing techniques on rigging your lines set ups types of flies to use in geography of different lakes and rivers. This was my favorite part of the entire show. I would say the most interesting seminar for me was on Fly Fishing the surf. How to setup your rod and how to read the surf for prime spots to cast a big closer or sand crab fly into the surf and have good chances for many different species. He discussed catching Halibut, striped bass, perch raven told about catching a baby Grate white shark. I will be attempting this method in the coming weeks and plan to share about this. I will list a link to the shows website.
I believe there is one more show on their schedule this year that will be in Lancaster Pennsylvania linked below.
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