Giant 51 Inch, 50 Pound, Striped Bass Caught On The Sacramento River

Lifting this giant striped bass out of the Beckman net was all Nate could do.

A cloudy, dreary, drizzly, March day turns out to be a fantastic day of striped bass fishing on the Sacramento River. Fishing guide Mike Rasmussen and his crew took to the Sacramento River in search of trophy striped bass. The recipe for a perfect day of striped bass fishing was in place. The trio of anglers set out on their fishing trip. Launching their boat at a popular launch in the northern region of the Sacramento River. It was an action-packed day for sure. Expectations were immediately met. When just like that, one of Rasmussen crew hit a hard hook set with his Phenix Rods Co, 9 foot M1 Inshore. Driving the tethered treble hooks inside the mouth of a giant striped bass. Which engulfed his 11” glide bait boat side. Right in front of the anglers eyes. The two minute battle was won quickly by angler (Nate), as he cinched the 30 pound drag down on his Concept Fishing 13 casting real, and went to work on the beast with the M1 Inshore ( view emended YouTube video below ) This enormous striped bass was possibly over the age of 40. Measured nearly 51 inches in overall length. Tipping the scales somewhere between 48 and 52 pounds. Unfortunately after she was revived and released by fellow angler Nate Barber. Disappearing back into the depths of the Sacramento River. She was located alive but upside down in the swirl of a back current. Just below where she was released. Some time later that morning. A private angler had come across her and quickly tied her up to his boat. Understandingly so! The old girl had expired. By choice angler, Pacific_Ghost made the decision out of respect for the fish, to have her mounted. To be displayed and for stories to be told. This being a harsh reminder of the consequences behind not immediately releasing the fish. A lesson learned.

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NorCal’s November Fall Colors, Sunrises, And Sunsets…Unforgettable!

The days are short this month. The mornings are chilly. But the scenery is breathtaking! Taking a ride, walk, or hike in the Northern California outdoors will not be regretted. November sunrises, and sunsets are the most colorful of the entire year. The backdrop of a orange, red, and yellow sunset depict all the colors of Fall. This making for amazing outdoor photographs. It should be experienced at least once, by anybody living in Northern California. Personally it is my favorite time of year. Get outside and enjoy what Northern California has to offer you for absolutely free! The Northern California foothills will leave you a stunning sunset over the Sacramento Valley. Deep reds, subtle oranges, with purple, lavender, and magenta. Are frequently displayed in the minutes just before and just after sunset. We are very, very, fortunate to have such a beautiful outdoors here in Northern California. There are plenty of places to see free to the public and waiting for guests. Take the time to step away from work. The daily grind, and the stresses of every day living. Do yourself a favor and step outside. Go see something you haven’t seen yet.

All the colors of fall reflect off the glassy Sacramento River near Red Bluff, Ca at Iron Canyon. A beautiful and seldom seen stretch of the Sacramento River here in Northern California.

The fall backdrop surrounds the jet boat ride up the Sacramento River canyon. The boat ride alone will leave a person gazing at their surroundings. Each turn in the river reveals a new backdrop reflecting off the rivers surface.

A look up at “China Rapids” near Bend, Ca on the upper Sacramento River in Northern California.

Salmon fishing guide Robert Petty of NorthStateSalmon trolls slowly up the Sacramento River looking for a king salmon to strike. The Northern California sunset is caught in the background.

This brilliant red sky is the result of a November sunset on the Sacramento River at Woodson Bridge near Corning, Ca.

A picture perfect image is captured by salmon fishing guide Mike Rasmussen, as he salmon fished the Sacramento River at Payne’s Creek.

Johny Eller of Johny Eller’s Guide Service is picture salmon fishing just after sunset on the Sacramento River south of Woodson Bridge. Amanda and Riley Gradney await their chance at a chrome king salmon.

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While We Wait For The Upcoming Salmon Season!

The Fall Run Chinook Salmon season opener on the Sacramento River is just around the corner. Only less then a month away for Northern California anglers. Many fishermen eagerly await the July 16, 2019 opening day. With high expectations, considering all the hype and good press surrounding this years return of adult chinook salmon expected to return to spawn in Northern California and it’s major tributaries of the Sacramento Valley. Salmon fishing enthusiasts and sport fishing guides, as well as the owners of daily fishing charters, all make their necessary preparations to be ready for the upcoming salmon season. As a result of all this in house preparation and maintenance, Northern California rivers become very quiet. Boat traffic from anglers is minimal, and fishing takes a back seat to preparing for the arrival of the King Salmon. Fact of the matter is, some of the best fishing and fast action is to be had in this month prior to salmon season’s opening day.

Fishing Guide Dave Jacobs tel:530 646-9110 of salmonsacriver.com watches as client Bruce Jenkins gets his picture taken by fishing guide Mike Rasmussen. American Shad fishing on the Sacramento River has been red hot this week. June 21, 2019

Fishing for Sacramento River fish species such as trophy rainbow trout, post spawn and highly aggressive striped bass, and the “poor mans steelhead” ( American Shad ), offer fast action and lots of fun. Any or all of these species either fished for individually or in conjunction with each other will leave you more than satisfied with your time spent on the water. The high output Trophy Rainbow Trout and American Shad fisheries, that offer dozens of fish brought to the boat in a short time, are very popular with customers who have the desire to just “catch”. Early morning hours and the last hour before dark can also be rewarding. When targeting the highly aggressive and heavily feeding post spawn striped bass that have moved into the upper Sacramento River. Following the spring spawn down river near Colusa, Ca. Generally speaking from Woodson Bridge near Corning, Ca north to the canyon region of the Sacramento River. Including the communities of Bend, Ca and Cottonwood, Ca. Post spawn striped bass are even reported being caught farther up the Sacramento River near the city of Anderson, Ca. Where local angler Jeremy Ross hs been producing quality stripers on the fly ( imitation juvenile salmon fly patterns can be purchased locally at The Fly Shop theflyshop.com in Redding, Ca ) and on top water baits like the Zara Spook heddonlures.com . The majority of his success has centered around the Interstate 5 bridge over the Sacramento River just North of Anderson, Ca.

Fly fishing has become very popular when targeting striped bass on the Sacramento River in the summer months following the spring spawn.

Combination fishing trips including any and or all of these fish species mentioned in this blog, or any one of these species individually are being offered by Sacramento River fishing guide Dave Jacobs of salmonsacriver.com. In conjunctions with sacramentofishing.com. These action packed trips will be offered through the remainder of June, 2019 and into July, 2019. Stopping the weekend prior to the July 16, 2019 salmon season opener on the Sacramento River. For reservations Dave Jacobs can be contacted on either of the two websites in the text above, by clicking the links. Or by calling 530-646-9110. Reservations for this upcoming 2019 salmon season are also being taken for the daily fishing charters targeting Sacramento River King Salmon.

Striped Bass angler Jeremy Ross from Cottonwood, Ca holds up a striper he caught while fly fishing the Sacramento River near Anderson, Ca.

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American Shad!! All You Want!!

If you enjoy fishing as a sport, past time, or as a escape from the daily grind, you share common ground with millions of fellow Americans. You are part of the most popular sport in this country. As anglers we target many different species of fish, and fish in various bodies of water. Fresh water, salt water, rivers, lakes, and streams. Success isn’t guaranteed and varies from trip to trip. The commonly used phase “it’s called fishing, not catching” is used throughout the fishing communities when success is non existent. “You should have been here yesterday”, also a popular phase used for a tough day spent on the water. Although unsuccessful fishing trips happen and are a reality of the sport we all enjoy, success in fishing is just as much a part of the sport. These are the days we choose to remember and the reason for returning to the water to fish again.

Dave Jacobs of www.sacramentofishing.com prepares to net a American Shad being fought by client Bruce, from Corning, Ca. June 20, 2019.

When it comes to just wanting to catch fish for the sake of getting a rod bent, to feel the head shake, to hear the drag pulling, and in today’s case for a photo that can be shared to social media platforms. The hard fighting and very plentiful American Shad are hard to beat. Migrating annually from the Pacific Ocean into the major tributaries of the Sacramento Valley like the Sacramento, American and Feather Rivers. This East Coast transplant called ( “bunker” ), can be found in very large numbers as they gather to spawn here in Northern California. Not to mention they are extremely fun to catch. Related to the herring family they are hard fighting, plentiful; these fish provide more than enough action to keep fishing enthusiast of all skill levels grinning from ear to ear. Fast and consistent action make targeting these fish great for children and new comers to the sport. Providing plenty of steady action, keeping anglers entertained and more than happy to return to the water for more action. American Shad aren’t known for their table fare and are considered more of a catch and release fish species on most accounts. As far as just catching fish while out fishing, the American Shad are hard to beat.

This hat trick of American Shad were caught on the Sacramento River near Red Bluff, Ca on June 20, 2019. Sacramento River fishing guide Dave Jacobs www.sacramentofishing.com holds up the net after a triple hookup.

Our daily fishing charters on the Sacramento River have been focused around Corning, Los Molinos, Red Bluff, Hamilton City, Chico, Ord Ferry and Butte City California areas. Our fishing guides working this stretch of the Sacramento River are fully equipped, with all light action rods/reels and terminal tackle provided for their clients. As well as extensive local knowledge of the Sacramento River waterways and run timing of these American Shad. Clients can expect a action packed, and extremely eventful day of fishing. Regardless of fishing experience or skill level. 40 to 50 of these hard fighting, scrappy fish can be expected to make it to the net during your trip. Great for family groups and young children, as well as fly fishermen and angling enthusiasts. This years run of American Shad is concidered to be reaching its peak, and will remain at its peak through the first week of July, 2019. Plenty of opportunities are still available for reservations to join one of the daily fishing charters. Contacting Dave Jacobs of www.salmonsacriver.com by visiting the website, or by calling 530-646-9110 will allow you to reserve a fishing charter for the day you choose.

Fishing Guide Mike Rasmussen takes a photo of himself and client Bruce. The duo are actively fighting a double hookup of American Shad they hooked while fishing on the Sacramento River near Bend, Ca. June 20, 2019

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