gokucrazy22 totally agree with you guys. Especially for these sports and hobbies that have so many different little tips for success that most people figure out through years of practice.
Same with the car scene. I’m not a car enthusiast myself, but some of my homies are, and it always seems like everyone compliments each others’ builds and give’s insights and tips and all that, as well. I feel like for mostly every hobby, as long as people share the same interest, they’ll always be nice & cool.
@@fish.n.hunt_mass5463 You should see the Withdrawal Program. Nothing but blue gills and sunfish for three months straight, worse yet they're family pond fish that'll bite a Cheerio hook-worm.
SDMacMan Bruh, that’s a dragonfly larvae. Been a fan for awhile now. I really enjoyed this one! What happened to your Element? My Element is a camper/sleeper. What happened to Oru kayak. I’m getting one.
That drone shot in the beginning where it flew up from the road above to that epic view. It's shots like those that make videos stand out. One of your best vids to date Matts.
Jimmy Allen some new drones have what’s called a “active track” or “follow me” mode that could work here, or he simply just manually controlled the drone to get the shots himself from inside the car. Either way it’s an awesome shot.
This has to be my favorite kind of video you make. I've been waiting for one of these since you made the video of you sleeping in the hammock. Now here it is, I've watched it twice already because I love the scenery. I also like it because I've been fly fishing for about a year and a half now and let me tell you I can see all the mistakes I was making when I was trying to teach myself the art of fly fishing, but don't worry you will get it in no time. You will be surprised at how many good people like the guy that helped with your setup you will run into. Most of what I know now is from good people like that. Just make sure to return the favor if you ever see someone that knows less than you, even if it's not much, teaching someone a little hint might keep them motivated enough to continue learning, instead of giving up. Thank you for uploading this awesome video that I can't stop watching keep doing what you do Matts.
flyfishing is the most worthy pursuit. when it all come together it is just amazing. most important is to not try to cast too far at first and to control your line after it hits the water. a lot of these norcal streams and rivers can be fished well with twenty feet of line out and high sticking it. add fly tying a little down the road and your set for life man. i'm a self taught fly fisher and welder homes.
Steve Stringham I agree, I can remember the first fish I ever caught on the fly. It was a tiny little brook like five or six inches. My excitement was overwhelming because I saw it come out of a little hole in the tiny creek and take my elk hair caddis. I was hooked from that moment. I've always been intimidated about tying my own flies, but I definitely will try to catch a fish this year with a fly that I tie. Thanks for the tips my welder brother hahaha
i am also super stoned watching these and you jsut blew my mind. he walked an additional 2 miles after the guy came and helped him.... just like the dream...
Your channel has changed my life. You have encouraged me to go out and buy my own rode. I’ve fished before with my youth rode when I was younger and I fished in cub scouts and at Boy Scout camp but not much outside of that. Now me and my friends (who already fish) are going out much more. We even want to do a catch and cook like you haha. I’m writing this to tell you how much you channel impacts people and I thank you for that.
The fishing community is by far the best group of people you could ever be around everyone is always so helpful I've been around all shades of people and have nothing negative to say about fellow fishermen.
The fishing community is one of the most fascinating communities on TH-cam. One of the least infected communities on TH-cam actually. Disregarding the poachers and illegal fishers anyways
Tom Wolfe 😂 yea jk mate, I’m also chicken leg 🦵🏼 but to much grain isnt too good. Maybe add some nice thin dark cornbread to it. 🤤👌🏼 Protein Carbs Vegetables 💪🏼
Man, that place is what I imagine heaven to look like....crystal clear waters, mountainous tree covered ranges and buttered fish. You are blessed my friend.
Amen. But I truly do love fishing. This channel is amazing. He is just an awesome fellow who knows a lot about fishing and I love watching this channel!
Flyfishing tip: Forgot this one until I saw you plowing through the bush. Walk with your rods pointing behind you. The rod will follow in your path like a train with very little snagging. Pointing ahead is very difficult as you try and watch your step and watch the rod tips. Give it a try, you will be amazed. I know I was. Cheers from B.C.
Hey man, I'm a guide from Maine, I've been watching your videos for awhile and I've been watching your evolution into a flyfisherman, your cast looks awesome, you're doing it alright, but you should work on your fish id! There are tons of different color combos just for the rainbow trout alone, from Frye, to Adult they always change. And work on your fly collection! Flyfishing isn't just dry fly and nymph fishing! There are tons of options, of all types streamers are my favorite, they imitate baitfish, crawfish, etc, and often times it is the bigger fish that seek them out because they are used to burning the energy to eat a bigger meal. not just eating bugs. Flyfishing is an art, not just a hobby, it takes practice and patience. we throw a ball if we have a 3 fish day, sometimes you can't keep em off your fly, but often times its a struggle. but a fun struggle, practice makes perfect man, I have spent countless hours casting in my backyard or just going out and catching bass and sunfish to get used to the feeling, keep up the work dood!
buddy worm and bobber il smash you guide from maine with your fancy flies all tactical out. IM OLD SCHOOL . dirty old bobber . worm. out fish you all day. fishermans life knows worm and bobber is most effective cam onnnnnnnnn. fish to eat. never mind release
Man, yes it’s a very simple way to catch fish, but fly fishing is an art, there is much more to it than just catching fish, there is no need to get all worked up man, everybody has their preferences, I live in Maine dude. It doesn’t take me countless hours to catch a fish, I was saying I’ve spent countless hours on my lawn practicing my Cast. Go back to elementary school, figure your grammar out, learn to fly fish, then come back and talk to me.
Your videos make me have that feeling of when I fished with my dad when I was younger, It is one of the very few good memories I have of him. I thank you for that. Like someone said in the comments you are the Bob Ross of fishing.
This guy takes time on videos for quality content, I really appreciate the hard work you put on for this channel, you deserve a million subs, and you’ll get there one day :) here’s a like from me to you :) 👍🏼
36:49 minutes well spent! I love how excited you got over catching that first tiny fish on the fly! It’s great to see how humble and open you are to learning, just like when you first started this channel. That’s what got me hooked, I feel like I’m learning with you! Thanks man 👏
Instead of a video called a tutorial.... how about just watch and pay attention to the video and maybe take notes too the many tips he mentions in the video
I’ve been coming back to this video over the years and I still can’t get over what an amazing trip this was for you, and how tasty those fish looked! Beautiful scenery, thank you for this gem ❤
I think it's awesome that you get so many sponsors. No doubt they work because I have never heard of Siskiyou County but now its on my list. I am retired military and my wife only has 5 years until she retires. Once our daughter is on her own we are buying an RV and hitting the road. I already fish and travel a lot. Within the last year I have fished Oklahoma, Missouri, Tennessee and both the mountains and the coast of South Carolina. In fact I was fishing earlier today with my little girl, we both only got one. I am heading back to Tennessee at the end of March for 10 days. I also have a trip planned for her spring break in April down in Tampa and another trip planned for Oklahoma in June. I want to thank all the states that extend fishing and hunting opportunities to veterans and disabled veterans. I don't want to leave any out but I will list the ones I know. Texas, California, Missouri, Illinois, Washington, all give disabled veterans some fishing benefit regardless of state residency. So, no doubt I will be fishing those waters!!
You did an amazing job. Your fly casting is actually very good. You should be very proud of yourself. I would suggest getting a whole bunch of flies. Atleast 5x what you brought. Lots of dry flies, lots of nymphs, wolly buggers, streamers for big browns, everything. Then just learn a lot more about what food sources the trout eat on. After learning a lot about that, you are going to get good really fast. I can tell that already by just watching you fly cast. If you ever need pointers, drop me a line!
If u were fishing the mccloud, then your first fish was a McCloud River redband. If it was above the falls, congrats...that’s a heritage trout. For dry flies, you should add small size 16 or smaller parachute Adams, royal wulff, blue wing olives and elk hair Caddis to your fly collection. If your going to nymph fast water (indicator or tight line), you need to add some weight to your leader just above the tippet to leader connection to get the fly down to the strike zone.
I've met so many people like that random dude that helped you out. For whatever reason, fishermen seem to love sharing knowledge, gear, or whatever. Truly a great community of people
Hey man that feeling you get with your first on a fly is exhilarating. Now tie your own fly and do the same! Some tips, try high stick nymphing it will help you mend less and have better line control. Also you should have several spoils of tippet progressing in size. I would have fished 4x flouro tippet in that river. Also with your roll cast, make sure you properly load your rod by making a d loop behind you. You’ll get more distance. You can also do a single hand Spey cast for confined areas which is pretty much an advanced roll cast. I’m local to the bay too we can hit it on the fly sometime if you want.
You put one of those on a hook and cast out into a lake...guaranteed fish dinner. Trout love those things. Hook it through the thorax (harder shell part just below the head) and you'll probably even get two or three fish off one bug.
Mend right when the fly hits the water, if you don’t have an indicator then you want to do what is called high sticking, or czech nymphing. Basically you keep your line vertical and follow the fly down stream with your fly rod. I am a self taught fly man. Taught myself by watching youtube almost 12 years ago!! You can do it!!!! Your first big fish on a fly rod is a life changer, you will be addicted. Also that was a baby rainbow that you caught.
great advice Mike -- I learned that trick mending as soon as my fly landed and it has double benefits, sometimes the little flip when you mend stimulates a strike, if not you have your fly mended for the drift!
Hey dude, you are my favorite TH-camr! You may have taken some heat over some of your videos in the past, but good for you that you keep going and doing your own thing. I believe what you do will pay off if it isn't already. Your videos are getting better and better. You also have something the others just don't do and that's the cooking part. I started watching the classics years ago like Bill Dance, and now primarily watch youtube content. Stay safe and keep them coming.
I've been watching for years, don't remember any heat either. I could imagine the tree huggers getting at him for "taking creatures out of thier natural environment" though..and I'm sure gutting them and eating them on screen doesn't help either 🤣 I have a weak stomach myself honestly but hey, this is the circle of life as God intended it. Can't argue with that and Matts just such a stand-up honest and admirable dude 👍
My kids have been wanting to learn how to fish and I came across this video. My small kids have learn a lot and love the scenes of natures in the videos. My favorite part is that I like how you explain like a teacher what you are doing and what fish you are catching. I just want to say thank you cause your videos have taught me and my kids a lot about fishing 🎣 🐟
When your fishing right behind a rock try to do a high stick technique where your rod is high enough in the air to where not much line is on the water so it can’t be caught by current and make it not look natural you will also get better control and be able to set the hook faster.
Fish, about 300 calories, avocado, about 300 calories, lil' bit of butter, about 300 calories! Consistantly making me envious with wonderful films of adventures which I never tire of.
Don't be afraid to pull line out as it goes down stream if you like where its at. Maximizing your dead drift time. Flies with bigger bead heads to get down into those pools and let your nymph bounce along the bottom. You can swim your wet flies too so fishing with a nymph is more forgiving, if your drift is a little off it will still look natural. Mayflies and emerging caddis swim. I like black wooly buggers. pause and let the current straighten your line at the end of your drift. The current will load your rod a little bit for better distance unloading your rod straight upstream. Pull line out every time you will be amazed how far you can deliver it no back casting necessary. You looked good though fly fishing is allot of fun just keep messing around. Your trial and error approach is how its done. Bring Philosophy D next time and send him on a mission to collect and identify whatever insects are in and around the river. Matching the hatch is important and I'm sure he would love that. Take pictures of them and go back to outdoor pro and match them up. You're a natural. Two trout first time on the flies. Keep it up you're on fire!
I just can't stop watching your videos, man. They're so cozy & inspiring and it's really amping me up to one day actually succeed in catching any sort of fish. I recently took up fishing, but the area that i live in is completely empty right now. We have a nice little lake & an okay river (which usually contains trout & salmon during season) but i've been fishing for days without success. One day, maybe i'll strike gold.
Love this video my dude. Amazingly stunning shots, great camera work, awesome fishing and love your personality! Give a shameless plug for fisherman’s life hoodies, you deserve it brother!
Started watching you a month ago and absolutely love discovering all your old videos because I don't have to wait for a new video to come out! You make me feel like I'm there with ya when I'm in the office lol
The big black insect you found under the rock is called a stonefly, theres dozen of patterns for them and are very, VERY, effective. The nymph you said you don't know what is called is a Prince Nymph. Oh and I believe the flies that you were talking about before you found the huge stonefly are caddis larvae, they like to enshroud themselves in the local substate, thats why they look like they have got a wood body. I hope this info does you good, tight lines!
I think it's dragonfly nymph because of size, thick abdomen and big eyes. nature.mdc.mo.gov/sites/default/files/styles/centered_full/public/media/field-guide/Dragonfly_Larva_Nickel_2-22-16.jpg
You should do the Heritage Trout Challenge series! It's a challenge by CA Fish and Wildlife where you catch 6 different forms of CA native trout in their historic waters. I think you're already doing a great job promoting angling and the outdoors. Keep up the good work!
Just stopping by to re-watch some of the oldies, what good stuff, happy to see how the quality of the videos haven't changed a bit. They are great, always have been, and always will be.
The first one that you caught kinda looked like a Kern river trout... which is a species of trout that originated but not specific to the Kern river.. I have caught Kern river trout in the Stanislaus before.
when your walking through bush like that. heres a tip from a canadian bush fisherman. turn the rod around and face it backwards. it doesnt got hung up on that much like if its forward
Wonderful video as always. So relaxing, and I appreciate that you took time to capture the scenery even while cooking. Looks like a lifelong memory made.
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This man is like the Bob Ross of fishing
Ivy thank god i wasn’t the only one thinking that
Happy little butter...
God
so we got stevemre which is the bob ross of MREs, now fishermans life lol
If you haven't yet, you should check out NDYakAngler for more tranquility.
This is why I love fisherman. They are genuinely always trying to help others out when they can and always do it out of the goodness of their hearts
gokucrazy22 totally agree with you guys. Especially for these sports and hobbies that have so many different little tips for success that most people figure out through years of practice.
Same with the car scene. I’m not a car enthusiast myself, but some of my homies are, and it always seems like everyone compliments each others’ builds and give’s insights and tips and all that, as well.
I feel like for mostly every hobby, as long as people share the same interest, they’ll always be nice & cool.
If your having damn dreams of fishing you know you got a fishing addiction😂
Byron Mejia well shit
@@fish.n.hunt_mass5463 You should see the Withdrawal Program. Nothing but blue gills and sunfish for three months straight, worse yet they're family pond fish that'll bite a Cheerio hook-worm.
If your watching a dude have dreams about fishing and telling the World, then you might have an addiction.
I Don t think i have a problem but ummm can we go fushing now
"what is it?" "Its weird" "It gives me the creeps" Puts it next to his butter. Lol love it
SDMacMan Bruh, that’s a dragonfly larvae. Been a fan for awhile now. I really enjoyed this one!
What happened to your Element? My Element is a camper/sleeper.
What happened to Oru kayak. I’m getting one.
Butter makes everything better
I know he cracks me up
That clover butter should be sponsoring you by now
That Clover Butter is some good stuff... and their milk too... miss Sonoma already and its only been 2 weeks since my visit!
jon jaquez 😂
I'd buy it if he was on the package saying "just a little bit of butter"
Watching this video during lock down period is bliss and torture at the same time. Thanks for the nice video. cheers
How is the “lockdown” keeping you from fishing?
Man this was 2 years ago and I’m watching this again
@@j.loganhill why do you have to hate?? And he didn’t say he couldn’t fish. He’s just blessed to watch durning lock down 🖕🏻
@@marcusmacias6208 he literally implied lockdowns prevented him from fishing dumbass
That drone shot in the beginning where it flew up from the road above to that epic view. It's shots like those that make videos stand out. One of your best vids to date Matts.
i rewound it twice to watch good bit of filming matts
If he was solo how did he get the drone shot while driving
Jimmy Allen some new drones have what’s called a “active track” or “follow me” mode that could work here, or he simply just manually controlled the drone to get the shots himself from inside the car. Either way it’s an awesome shot.
bonzo230 it is I was just wondering
Jimmy Allen, I was wondering the same thing
This has to be my favorite kind of video you make. I've been waiting for one of these since you made the video of you sleeping in the hammock. Now here it is, I've watched it twice already because I love the scenery. I also like it because I've been fly fishing for about a year and a half now and let me tell you I can see all the mistakes I was making when I was trying to teach myself the art of fly fishing, but don't worry you will get it in no time. You will be surprised at how many good people like the guy that helped with your setup you will run into. Most of what I know now is from good people like that. Just make sure to return the favor if you ever see someone that knows less than you, even if it's not much, teaching someone a little hint might keep them motivated enough to continue learning, instead of giving up. Thank you for uploading this awesome video that I can't stop watching keep doing what you do Matts.
punc,tu,ation xD
Phin Hayes I did my best on the edit but I'm no writer, I guess that's why I became a welder instead. Let me know if you approve now lol
right? this man has been stepping his game up!
flyfishing is the most worthy pursuit. when it all come together it is just amazing. most important is to not try to cast too far at first and to control your line after it hits the water. a lot of these norcal streams and rivers can be fished well with twenty feet of line out and high sticking it. add fly tying a little down the road and your set for life man. i'm a self taught fly fisher and welder homes.
Steve Stringham I agree, I can remember the first fish I ever caught on the fly. It was a tiny little brook like five or six inches. My excitement was overwhelming because I saw it come out of a little hole in the tiny creek and take my elk hair caddis. I was hooked from that moment. I've always been intimidated about tying my own flies, but I definitely will try to catch a fish this year with a fly that I tie. Thanks for the tips my welder brother hahaha
31:30 this was the guide from your dream.
damn man I'm so stoned right now, but what if you're right?
Lol
i am also super stoned watching these and you jsut blew my mind. he walked an additional 2 miles after the guy came and helped him.... just like the dream...
Your channel has changed my life. You have encouraged me to go out and buy my own rode. I’ve fished before with my youth rode when I was younger and I fished in cub scouts and at Boy Scout camp but not much outside of that. Now me and my friends (who already fish) are going out much more. We even want to do a catch and cook like you haha. I’m writing this to tell you how much you channel impacts people and I thank you for that.
Andy Mo whoops
Tyler Smith fuck you.
Luis Orozco why do you say that?
The fishing community is by far the best group of people you could ever be around everyone is always so helpful I've been around all shades of people and have nothing negative to say about fellow fishermen.
The ones who who scream about animal abuse and fish rights, after a clean dispatch is made are the ones who need to be looked out for
Balthazar skirretica amen !
i notice most fishermen either your best friend or worse enemy on all the charters and boats ive pulled up next to lol.
The fishing community is one of the most fascinating communities on TH-cam. One of the least infected communities on TH-cam actually. Disregarding the poachers and illegal fishers anyways
Catch and cook:
Butter and Avocado : ah shit, here we go again
At least put them in a tortilla so it makes some kind of sense..
@@ChefJon92 No, otherwise we would get fat legs just like you.
@@Anudorini-Talah Sweet burn. I have chicken legs buddy. Maybe I need more tortilla.
this should have more likes
Tom Wolfe 😂 yea jk mate, I’m also chicken leg 🦵🏼 but to much grain isnt too good.
Maybe add some nice thin dark cornbread to it. 🤤👌🏼
Protein Carbs Vegetables 💪🏼
Man, that place is what I imagine heaven to look like....crystal clear waters, mountainous tree covered ranges and buttered fish. You are blessed my friend.
Aww him
Dude you know what’s so weird. I’ve never gone fishing never seemed that interested into it but dude this channel is amazing
Amen. But I truly do love fishing. This channel is amazing. He is just an awesome fellow who knows a lot about fishing and I love watching this channel!
Frrr😂😂😂
Facts AMAZING content
Same
Flyfishing tip: Forgot this one until I saw you plowing through the bush. Walk with your rods pointing behind you. The rod will follow in your path like a train with very little snagging. Pointing ahead is very difficult as you try and watch your step and watch the rod tips. Give it a try, you will be amazed. I know I was.
Cheers from B.C.
I can’t lie first time I watched an entire 36 minute video, love this channel
Jim Barns76 To be exact 36:49. :D
Hey man, I'm a guide from Maine, I've been watching your videos for awhile and I've been watching your evolution into a flyfisherman, your cast looks awesome, you're doing it alright, but you should work on your fish id! There are tons of different color combos just for the rainbow trout alone, from Frye, to Adult they always change. And work on your fly collection! Flyfishing isn't just dry fly and nymph fishing! There are tons of options, of all types streamers are my favorite, they imitate baitfish, crawfish, etc, and often times it is the bigger fish that seek them out because they are used to burning the energy to eat a bigger meal. not just eating bugs. Flyfishing is an art, not just a hobby, it takes practice and patience. we throw a ball if we have a 3 fish day, sometimes you can't keep em off your fly, but often times its a struggle. but a fun struggle, practice makes perfect man, I have spent countless hours casting in my backyard or just going out and catching bass and sunfish to get used to the feeling, keep up the work dood!
worm and a abobbberrr simpleee
@@markk4927 bruh😂😂
buddy worm and bobber il smash you guide from maine with your fancy flies all tactical out. IM OLD SCHOOL . dirty old bobber . worm. out fish you all day. fishermans life knows worm and bobber is most effective cam onnnnnnnnn. fish to eat. never mind release
shouldn't take you countless hour to catch a fish bud. move north lol
Man, yes it’s a very simple way to catch fish, but fly fishing is an art, there is much more to it than just catching fish, there is no need to get all worked up man, everybody has their preferences, I live in Maine dude. It doesn’t take me countless hours to catch a fish, I was saying I’ve spent countless hours on my lawn practicing my Cast. Go back to elementary school, figure your grammar out, learn to fly fish, then come back and talk to me.
Your videos make me have that feeling of when I fished with my dad when I was younger, It is one of the very few good memories I have of him. I thank you for that. Like someone said in the comments you are the Bob Ross of fishing.
This guy takes time on videos for quality content, I really appreciate the hard work you put on for this channel, you deserve a million subs, and you’ll get there one day :) here’s a like from me to you :) 👍🏼
Stare Into The Woods a million more like 7 million🤙🤙
- GIAN -
He’s almost there❤️
This is the best series. Please continue making the catch and cook videos!
I find it relaxing to hear his humble calm well placed commentary
36:49 minutes well spent! I love how excited you got over catching that first tiny fish on the fly! It’s great to see how humble and open you are to learning, just like when you first started this channel. That’s what got me hooked, I feel like I’m learning with you! Thanks man 👏
You should do tutorials on how to fish and different types of fishing! Your videos make me want to go camping and fishing!
Jhostyn Gallardo his videos are kind of tutorials already. You’ll pick up a lot of tricks and tips from watching a lot of his videos
Instead of a video called a tutorial.... how about just watch and pay attention to the video and maybe take notes too the many tips he mentions in the video
PLEASE keep these fresh water catch and cooks in Nor Cal going! I LOVE them. Your adventures are the best.
Why aren’t we talking about how nice that guy was who gave him pointers. So sweet 🖤
Matts, it was awesome meeting you at Outdoor Pro Shop this past weekend. Keep the awesome videos coming!
Michael
Michael M the insect looks like a baby dragon fly
Hi 👋🏽
Gcyanide Mc it is
Whats up with all of these non-sense replies?
I’ve been coming back to this video over the years and I still can’t get over what an amazing trip this was for you, and how tasty those fish looked! Beautiful scenery, thank you for this gem ❤
The bug you found under the rock in the water looked like a dragonfly nymph of some sort, which are very common at this time of year. 💁🏽 Great video!
Legend says that if you eat them raw it will give you super powers, catching multiple fish with just 1 hook, with no bait
I am just a poor boy legend says
When he scrapes the pan at the end of the meal is satisfying. I feel full just listening. Lol
I think it's awesome that you get so many sponsors. No doubt they work because I have never heard of Siskiyou County but now its on my list. I am retired military and my wife only has 5 years until she retires. Once our daughter is on her own we are buying an RV and hitting the road. I already fish and travel a lot. Within the last year I have fished Oklahoma, Missouri, Tennessee and both the mountains and the coast of South Carolina. In fact I was fishing earlier today with my little girl, we both only got one. I am heading back to Tennessee at the end of March for 10 days. I also have a trip planned for her spring break in April down in Tampa and another trip planned for Oklahoma in June. I want to thank all the states that extend fishing and hunting opportunities to veterans and disabled veterans. I don't want to leave any out but I will list the ones I know. Texas, California, Missouri, Illinois, Washington, all give disabled veterans some fishing benefit regardless of state residency. So, no doubt I will be fishing those waters!!
I love this audience, because we are all ages and all seem so down to earth :)
Yo take me with ill help out with any thing just let me fish
How did you like fishing in Tennessee? It’s beautiful here!
You did an amazing job. Your fly casting is actually very good. You should be very proud of yourself. I would suggest getting a whole bunch of flies. Atleast 5x what you brought. Lots of dry flies, lots of nymphs, wolly buggers, streamers for big browns, everything. Then just learn a lot more about what food sources the trout eat on. After learning a lot about that, you are going to get good really fast. I can tell that already by just watching you fly cast. If you ever need pointers, drop me a line!
Hey Matts add a headlamp to the load out cuz sometimes ya get caught out later than you plan on don't forget bear spray
Spam Musubi bear spray is a must in the Siskyou's.
So nice of that fellow fisherman to help a brother out like that.
That opening shot of you driving through the valley then opening up to the view of the mountain literally looked out of a movie🔥 awesome
If u were fishing the mccloud, then your first fish was a McCloud River redband. If it was above the falls, congrats...that’s a heritage trout. For dry flies, you should add small size 16 or smaller parachute Adams, royal wulff, blue wing olives and elk hair Caddis to your fly collection. If your going to nymph fast water (indicator or tight line), you need to add some weight to your leader just above the tippet to leader connection to get the fly down to the strike zone.
Don't forget Calibaetis size 14.
I've met so many people like that random dude that helped you out. For whatever reason, fishermen seem to love sharing knowledge, gear, or whatever. Truly a great community of people
This is the california I like.
Sure beats the hell out of Southern CA!
wally man yup.
Southern California liberal shithole.
Christian A yeah not the shitty part where the feminists and other retards are
@@syndicatesabot470 feminism is probably one of the least of there problems.... and thats certainly saying something
Den Mun especially with all of those wannabe socialist fucktards 😂
Hey man that feeling you get with your first on a fly is exhilarating. Now tie your own fly and do the same! Some tips, try high stick nymphing it will help you mend less and have better line control. Also you should have several spoils of tippet progressing in size. I would have fished 4x flouro tippet in that river. Also with your roll cast, make sure you properly load your rod by making a d loop behind you. You’ll get more distance. You can also do a single hand Spey cast for confined areas which is pretty much an advanced roll cast. I’m local to the bay too we can hit it on the fly sometime if you want.
Holy shit, know much about fly fishing?! Lol expert, love men like you.
i like how softly you speaks this whole video. its almost like youre letting nature speak for itself
“...Idk what this thing is but It gives me the creeps” *proceeds to grab and hold it😭😭
"What is that thing?" I'll tell you what... Bait! 😂
It’s great that fishing brings all of us together.
"Hopefully there's no crazies out here" exactly the same thing I was thinking through out the whole video.
You’re seriously the best TH-camr ever! I love watching your content. So happy for this long video. Thank you for sharing your content with us !!!
Catch, Cook and Camp. These are my favorites. Nothing beats it brother. BTW....love the hat.
love the landscape and the fishing, well done
SO COOL OF THE FELLOW FISHERMAN ALSO
thats a dragonfly larvae and if they are aggressive or more active then yes they will bite
You put one of those on a hook and cast out into a lake...guaranteed fish dinner. Trout love those things. Hook it through the thorax (harder shell part just below the head) and you'll probably even get two or three fish off one bug.
Yeah man! that's a Dragon fly.
Yup
its call a benthos generally
Mend right when the fly hits the water, if you don’t have an indicator then you want to do what is called high sticking, or czech nymphing. Basically you keep your line vertical and follow the fly down stream with your fly rod. I am a self taught fly man. Taught myself by watching youtube almost 12 years ago!! You can do it!!!! Your first big fish on a fly rod is a life changer, you will be addicted. Also that was a baby rainbow that you caught.
great advice Mike -- I learned that trick mending as soon as my fly landed and it has double benefits, sometimes the little flip when you mend stimulates a strike, if not you have your fly mended for the drift!
Hey dude, you are my favorite TH-camr! You may have taken some heat over some of your videos in the past, but good for you that you keep going and doing your own thing. I believe what you do will pay off if it isn't already. Your videos are getting better and better. You also have something the others just don't do and that's the cooking part. I started watching the classics years ago like Bill Dance, and now primarily watch youtube content. Stay safe and keep them coming.
Heat!? This man is amazing!
What heat? I've been watching for a while never heard of any drama? I wanna know bro
Hex Pool same people get mad Bc he’s fishing it’s so stupid he’s so sweet
I've been watching for years, don't remember any heat either. I could imagine the tree huggers getting at him for "taking creatures out of thier natural environment" though..and I'm sure gutting them and eating them on screen doesn't help either 🤣 I have a weak stomach myself honestly but hey, this is the circle of life as God intended it. Can't argue with that and Matts just such a stand-up honest and admirable dude 👍
My kids have been wanting to learn how to fish and I came across this video. My small kids have learn a lot and love the scenes of natures in the videos. My favorite part is that I like how you explain like a teacher what you are doing and what fish you are catching. I just want to say thank you cause your videos have taught me and my kids a lot about fishing 🎣 🐟
When your fishing right behind a rock try to do a high stick technique where your rod is high enough in the air to where not much line is on the water so it can’t be caught by current and make it not look natural you will also get better control and be able to set the hook faster.
Greatt vid. Do more catch n cook 👊👍u shuld go to an island
I can Get him on San Clemente Island from San Diego! Hit me up !
Raven JJ Johnson thts cool. U shuld let him knw
Ahh yes the islands of Northern California lol
I love your Nor Cal fresh water videos more than your saltwater...but to each his own! Please keep them ALL coming!
This man is bob ross of fishing
you know you addicted to fishing when you dream about fishing on your fishing trip =)
Fish, about 300 calories, avocado, about 300 calories, lil' bit of butter, about 300 calories!
Consistantly making me envious with wonderful films of adventures which I never tire of.
36 minute video amazing. Thank uu for making ny day
Don't be afraid to pull line out as it goes down stream if you like where its at. Maximizing your dead drift time. Flies with bigger bead heads to get down into those pools and let your nymph bounce along the bottom. You can swim your wet flies too so fishing with a nymph is more forgiving, if your drift is a little off it will still look natural. Mayflies and emerging caddis swim. I like black wooly buggers. pause and let the current straighten your line at the end of your drift. The current will load your rod a little bit for better distance unloading your rod straight upstream. Pull line out every time you will be amazed how far you can deliver it no back casting necessary. You looked good though fly fishing is allot of fun just keep messing around. Your trial and error approach is how its done. Bring Philosophy D next time and send him on a mission to collect and identify whatever insects are in and around the river. Matching the hatch is important and I'm sure he would love that. Take pictures of them and go back to outdoor pro and match them up. You're a natural. Two trout first time on the flies. Keep it up you're on fire!
God bless you brother, you rescued my day and made me happy just watching you fishing and cooking. Thanks so much from Bulgaria.
One would think in that sort of water there would be godzilla size trout in it. Beautiful looking spots though!
Weka Digital Media NZ Bula from Fiji! Hope to see one of your new videos up cuzzy! .. Vinaka lol
Thanks bro, got a great one coming soon, stay tuned!
Food is hard to get, the water is cold, they expend energy, it's a Cutthroat trout.
Hey bro, good to see another Kiwi on here!
Oh no those Godzilla size Trout are there the trick is just catching them
Nice to see your using the Sawyer filter but always remember to wipe down the bottle/bag before drinking.
Fished and camped there about a year ago, fantastic fishing experience!
Mend it mend it mend it.... mend it.... mend it..... butter.... mend it.... avocado.... mend it
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I just can't stop watching your videos, man. They're so cozy & inspiring and it's really amping me up to one day actually succeed in catching any sort of fish. I recently took up fishing, but the area that i live in is completely empty right now. We have a nice little lake & an okay river (which usually contains trout & salmon during season) but i've been fishing for days without success.
One day, maybe i'll strike gold.
Hypermuscle 6 months later, any luck?
You have that fishermans life that everybody wants
it aint gna be complete without the avocados and butter! :D
Is Mt. Shasta where all of my cheap soda that tastes like name brand comes from?
I'm rewatching this video. It's one of my favorites. Need more camping videos.
24:20 look up at the Woods , thought i saw a person stand-ins behind the tree lol
simon bohman me to wtf is that
simon bohman where
Hahaha it looks creepy af, it looked like a woman peering behind the tre
So creepy
Burnt log
Love this video my dude. Amazingly stunning shots, great camera work, awesome fishing and love your personality! Give a shameless plug for fisherman’s life hoodies, you deserve it brother!
I know this is an old video but first time I saw it. That guy that helped you is incredible! That is how you preserve the sport of fishing !
One of my favorites of all his videos! I was laughing at the awards speech after he caught his first fish on the fly rod!
couldnt sleep the whole night,just kept on watching yur awesome videos...power up bro!! yur the best
Started watching you a month ago and absolutely love discovering all your old videos because I don't have to wait for a new video to come out! You make me feel like I'm there with ya when I'm in the office lol
damn your voice is epic
man you aint lying. i can just play his vids and my girl be ready to go upstairs in 5-10 min. thanks matts!
Yes, so calming.. i just close my eyes.
probably a dj somewhere
lojo.fishing haha
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Great video Matts!
Awesome fisherman who stopped by and gave some suggestions! Great video.
The big black insect you found under the rock is called a stonefly, theres dozen of patterns for them and are very, VERY, effective. The nymph you said you don't know what is called is a Prince Nymph. Oh and I believe the flies that you were talking about before you found the huge stonefly are caddis larvae, they like to enshroud themselves in the local substate, thats why they look like they have got a wood body. I hope this info does you good, tight lines!
I think it's dragonfly nymph because of size, thick abdomen and big eyes.
nature.mdc.mo.gov/sites/default/files/styles/centered_full/public/media/field-guide/Dragonfly_Larva_Nickel_2-22-16.jpg
We call them mudeyes in Australia.
Correct terminology is a damsel nymph
actually i think it's a dobson fly larvae, called a hellgrammite
Kognak yes dragonfly nymph stoneflies are very different
18:33 Do you get to the cloud district very often? Oh what am I saying of course you dont.
King0neEurope legend
You should do the Heritage Trout Challenge series!
It's a challenge by CA Fish and Wildlife where you catch 6 different forms of CA native trout in their historic waters.
I think you're already doing a great job promoting angling and the outdoors. Keep up the good work!
You can eat the tail as a chip, fry it, its delicious, fins also, thats how we do it here in Nicaragua🇳🇮
I’ve been watching his vids for the past year and I still have yet to go fishing ever lol
Been watching all night and came across this today! That is my home! I love mount Shasta!
I like how you improve your camera skills and angles! 👏🏼👏🏼 been watching you for years !
The audio on this video is the greatest thing of man kind
Jim TM especially the sound of the butter sizzling!
Just stopping by to re-watch some of the oldies, what good stuff, happy to see how the quality of the videos haven't changed a bit. They are great, always have been, and always will be.
That bug you found is called a hellgrammite. "Larval dragonfly"
P.S. Trout love Hellgrammites..:)
Gino Sedillo it’s a dragonfly larvae, but not a helgramite, those become dobsonflies as adults
I stand corrected. Thanks for your input.
NEGRO
tonic INC. Relaxxxx kid
The first one that you caught kinda looked like a Kern river trout... which is a species of trout that originated but not specific to the Kern river.. I have caught Kern river trout in the Stanislaus before.
I grew up in this area. I miss it. Glad you enjoyed our little slice of paradise.
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Not all heroes wear capes
Dude was a angel. Flying around the river making good people better.
some bear fishing rods
when your walking through bush like that. heres a tip from a canadian bush fisherman. turn the rod around and face it backwards. it doesnt got hung up on that much like if its forward
i use my pole for spiders while walking through the bushes
I love fishing lakes high up with nobody around! Thanks for sharing!👍👍
I am a first timer to your videos bro...think I like it
CONGRATS ON YOUR FIRST BRO WHAT A GREAT VIDEO
So awesome to see that guy stop to provide your gear and teaching! Love this sport
I think it's a dragon fly larva ? Maybe Google it. Larry
Larry Sowada i agree with you.
Yup. Hellgrammite. Perch love them over here in WI.
It is
Syed Thahir Never know, it might be a fuckin alien trying to take over the world :/
Definitely a dragon fly larvae yup ,they have some annoying af bites xD
"frustrating!!!!" Welcome to fly fishing 101
Wonderful video as always. So relaxing, and I appreciate that you took time to capture the scenery even while cooking. Looks like a lifelong memory made.
Best video ever