Category: Fishing and Hunting

Topaz Time: Carson Valley’s Quiet Winter Fishing Gem

by Charlie Pankey | Nov 24, 2025 | Fishing and Hunting, The Carson Valley | 0 |

On most winter mornings along Highway 395, the story is simple—skiers chasing storms at Lake Tahoe...

Fall Fly Fishing in the Sierra: Colors, Cutthroats, and the Heritage Trout Challenge

by Charlie Pankey | Oct 4, 2025 | Fishing and Hunting | 0 |

Back in April, I kicked off Fishmas in the Eastern Sierra, chasing that first bite of the season...

Fall Giants at Heenan Lake: Chasing Trophy Lahontan Cutthroat

by Charlie Pankey | Oct 3, 2025 | Fishing and Hunting | 0 |

For years, Heenan Lake was just a quiet stop on fall hikes through Alpine County. The aspens out...

Backpacking Sierra Secrets with Brian Martz: Family Legacy, Hidden Lakes, and Fishmas Traditions

by Charlie Pankey | Sep 30, 2025 | Destinations, Fishing and Hunting, Hiking/Backpacking, Podcasts, Yosemite National Park | 0 |

By Charlie Pankey | Sierra Rec Magazine The Sierra Nevada isn’t just a destination—it’s a legacy....

July Trout Magic: Lahontan Cutthroat and Sierra Summer Fishing Kicks Off

by Charlie Pankey | Jul 3, 2025 | Fishing and Hunting | 0 |

July in the Sierra Nevada means early morning casts, shimmering trout, and a reminder that we live...

Discovering True Nature in the Sierra with Lisa Michelle

by Charlie Pankey | Jul 1, 2025 | Central Sierra, Destinations, Fishing and Hunting, Hiking/Backpacking, Podcasts, Sierra People | 0 |

A Journey of Hidden Gems, Remarkable Stories and Healing Landscapes in the Sierra What does it...

Lake Almanor in June: Where Mayflies Rise and Big Rainbows Follow

by Charlie Pankey | Jun 6, 2025 | Fishing and Hunting, Lake Almanor | 0 |

The Power of Hex Hatch Fishing By Captain Rob Ayers | Adapted for Sierra Rec Magazine There’s a...

Skies, Storms, and Still Waters: A Sierra Weekend of Hope and Heartbreak

by Charlie Pankey | May 19, 2025 | 2-3 day Itineraries, Destinations, Fishing and Hunting, Lake Almanor, Plumas County, Trails | 0 |

From Balloons to Bass Boats—A Sierra Weekend That Had It All By Charlie Pankey | Sierra Rec...

Big Water, Big Weekend: BAM Kayak Series Hits Lake Almanor This Saturday

by Charlie Pankey | May 14, 2025 | Community Events, Destinations, Events, Fishing and Hunting, Lake Almanor, Sierra Competition Events | 0 |

May 17, 2025 — Lake Almanor, CA Looking for something reel-y exciting to do this weekend in the...

Chasing Giants on Lake Tahoe – Fishing with the Captains of Tahoe Sports Fishing

by Charlie Pankey | May 13, 2025 | Fishing and Hunting, Lake Tahoe, North Lake Tahoe, Podcasts, South Lake Tahoe | 0 |

What It’s Like to Fish Lake Tahoe 365 Days a Year — Captains Zach & Zach Tell All “Some...

Mammoth Lakes Basin Set to Open for Pedestrian Traffic April 25

by Charlie Pankey | Apr 18, 2025 | Destinations, Fishing and Hunting, Mammoth, Scenic Routes | 0 |

Mammoth Lakes, CA — April 18, 2025 Spring in the Eastern Sierra is waking up slowly but surely,...

Unveiling the Magic of Fishing the Owens River

by Charlie Pankey | Jan 3, 2025 | Fishing and Hunting, Podcasts | 0 |

A Podcast Conversation with Andre Nersesian – Owner of Eastern Sierra Sport Fishing Welcome...

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