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Fishing with Whitney and Nikki Private Outing

SEO Idaho — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 01:39:02 +0000

Whitney Rushton and Nikki McGee are amazing fly fishing travel hosts. Whitney is a part of our Amazon Team and is heading down south with us in January. These two ladies are so much fun to be around and fish with that we just had to invite them to the lake.

Turns out Whitney loves Pyramid Lake as much as we do and had a B-Day coming up so she planned a three day trip in November, camped on the beach, ate and drank way too much, caught some amazing fish and decided that people would love to be here and do this with us. What we did not know is Whitney has some very cool friends like her best friend Nikki McGee who is a guide in Utah. So they brought friends and dogs and cameramen and we had an amazing time. highlighted by Whitneys Birthday. Yay!

Whitney and her best friend Nikki are hosting a private three day outing for 10 lucky people, (mostly women) to come and enjoy the lake with us. March 15-17 are the dates we picked. right in the middle of the best part of spring and totaly away from the dreadfull full moon.

The Event – March 15-17

Three days Hosted guided fishing with Pyramid Lake Fly Fishing and Whitney and Nikki. This is a fully catered hosted outing with all meals and just about all the gear you need. Hot coffee in the mornings and a full breakfast, lunch on the lake with the help of our friends @traegergrills. Yum!!!

We are going to have a big camp set up on the beach and anyone signed up is welcome to join us. If you dont want to camp we have amazing rates at the Nugget Resort $49 week day and $69 weekend.

Accomodations

Price is $750 for three days

Limit 10 people (we have 5 already signed up)

Included – three days guided fishing – breakfast and lunch and snacks – ladders (really they are bass chairs) – fly fishing gear (if needed)

Not included – Tribal permits for fishing (we are camping also) – gratuities to the staff –

Contact Whitney Rushton 801.879.0507

Nikki McGee 801.400.2542

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The Pyramid Lake Beach Experience – New for 2024

SEO Idaho — Fri, 01 Mar 2024 02:22:33 +0000

Pyramid Lake has become a popular fly fishing destination ever since the introduction of the Pilot Peak strain of Lahontan Cutthroat Trout gave Pyramid a new look and some of the largest trout in the world. Anglers head to the lake every year in search of the fish of a lifetime.

Early Mornings and last light have always been an important time to have your flies in the water at the lake. Long days in the spring and 30-45 minute rides to hotels make it even tougher to target the best times of day. Spending 12-14 hours on the beach and the cold water with nowhere to get out of the cold except the front seat of a car is also taxing.
This year we are offering our clients a very special way to target these amazing fish. A way to spend as much of the best part of the day on the water. A way to minimize travel and to experience Pyramid Lake the best way possible. Staying right where you are going to fish….for free…..

The Experience
Imagine waking up to the smell of fresh brewed coffee and the sound of rolling waves in the surf. It is 45 minutes before first light and your guide is hard at work. Ladders are in position; rods are rigged and ready for the day. All that is needed is for the anglers to climb out of their beds in their brand new Beach Camper, and dress for the day. Waders are hanging inside and dry from the propane heater that keeps the entire room warm and hot coffee is on the stove. Breakfast will be served a little later in the morning after a good first light session on the water. This is the most important time of the day and staying right on the beach makes it easy to be on the water at first light.
The 411

Our new Utility Trailers have been redesigned to provide our clients with the opportunity to stay on the beach during their fishing trip. Equipped with two beds, solar power with backup power to run lights, coffee pot, c-pap machines, just about anything. A propane Mr. Buddy heater is more than enough to keep the trailer warm on even the coldest of nights. The camper is also a great place to get out of the weather when taking breaks or even a midday nap.
These trailers were designed by our guides. Our guides like to stay on the beach. The first trailer design was by Jeremy, our head guide. Living in Lake Tahoe and dealing with a two hour drive to the lake and sleeping in the back of his truck, Jeremy figured out fast a better way to stay at the lake.

Our Beach campers are Lightweight Utility trailers fully enclosed with two beds, lights, heat, charging ports and some simple kitchen items including a hot pot for water for coffee and Tea. These trailers are easily towed to just about any beach at the lake and a breeze to set up. During our guided peach package our guides will even do the set up and take down. All you have to do is show up ready to fish.
Staying on the beach with your guide is so much fun. Our Spring offering looks like this.
Show up the afternoon before your first fishing day and get settled into your camper. Rig up rods and organize gear while having a home cooked meal on a Traeger Grill right on the beach. After a cocktail or two, settle in for the night and get a good night’s sleep on a real twin XL mattress.

Wake up early on your first fishing day and get on the water at first light. Staying on the beach allows you to fish and take breaks all day and fish until you cannot see. Then walk up the beach to your home away from home and do it all over again the next day. Meals are included on Beach Experience packages as well so guests can show up and be completely taken care of.

The Offer
$595 1-2 anglers
We are offering free all-inclusive add Ons for two or more day guided trips in March and April. This is a $250 a day value in savings over our normal price. So, for the price of a full day guided trip for one or two anglers, we include a camper and meals. $595 for one or two anglers gets you the entire package.
Call Rob Anderson for more information – 775.742.1754

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April Public Shore Clinic/Outing 2023

SEO Idaho — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 13:15:27 +0000

Pyramid Lake Shore / Ladder Outing April 15^th-16^th

A fishing trip designed to help anglers of all skill levels learn more about fly fishing Pyramid Lake.

Spend the day with our top guides along the shores of Pyramid Lake. Learn techniques that we have been using for years to catch these amazing huge fish. We will spend two days fishing, learning, laughing, and eating a Barbeque shore lunch served on Traeger Grills, one of our sponsors.

We will have some Demo gear to try out and all ladders included

We hope you all have a great time, learn new information and of course, catch some fish!

Cost: $295 per person

For more information or to sign up, feel free to contact us:

Rob Anderson 775.742.1754

rob@bucketlistflyfishing.com

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March 18 Fishing Report and Insight into the rest of the fishing season

SEO Idaho — Sat, 18 Mar 2023 13:43:56 +0000

A little over halfway through March and it appears that winter is not willing to let go. Storm after storm has pounded the Sierras for the past few months. What is normally the most productive month of the season at the lake has been “weathering the storm”. Water temperatures are 8 degrees below normal, and it still looks and feels like January. The fishing despite all of this has been fairly good. For sure the best is yet to come. Any hint of warmer weather will have fish really active making up for lost time.

Looking at the forecast, it appears we have another storm or two on the horizon. The air temperatures are also going to be below normal. What does this all mean? The effective spring season at Pyramid Lake is going to be late. Maybe three to four weeks late. April has a chance to be one of the best we have seen in a few years. The May and June forecast also looks better than usually as well. We should be able to fish the lake effectively right up until the close of the season on June 30.

We have been very fortunate to experience some great days so far. Knowing the lake and how it changes with the weather and the water conditions is very important. Especially during tougher conditions. We are catching fish and we are able to use a few different techniques. The stripping bite has been a great way to start the day and if you like to feel your grabs you can stick with this all day.

Bloody Mary Wooly worms, Martini Olive’s and Midnight Cowboys fished in tandem with a White Ghost Tadpole, or a Chartreuse and White Beetle is going to be as effective as anything. Let your flies and fly line sink right to the bottom and retrieve all the way to your ladder.

Indicator rigs are working really well when there are fish around. Getting the depth correct and knowing which midges to use and what sizes are the most common mistakes. Red Wine Banded midges are working very well as are both Wino patterns and the G.T. midge.

The fishing at Pyramid is only going to get better as we move forward. If you have not made your trip to the lake yet, now is the time to start thinking about it. We have some availability for guide service and Ladder rentals on most days. Our online store is stocked well with all the most popular patterns.

We have a public shore outing on April 15-16 and the timing should be perfect to learn the lake and catch some fish with our guides. For more information on anything we do or any questions about fishing you might have let us know.

www.pyramidlakeflyfishing.com

rob@bucketlistflyfishing.com

775.742.1754

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Beginner Clinic March 26th 2021

SEO Idaho — Wed, 20 Jan 2021 04:48:10 +0000

Beginner Clinic – March 26th, 2021

We are hosting a one-day beginner outing at Pyramid Lake on Friday March 26th

Come and learn how our guides and clients catch so many fish day after day. We will spend the day learning everything you need to know to be a successful shore angler at Pyramid Lake. Learn to read the lake and the daily and seasonal fishing conditions, rig up gear and choose the right flies for a higher success rate. Get some fantastic casting instruction for both standard length and Switch rods. Basically, we will cover everything.

Price $135

Date:March 26th

Where: A Beach at Pyramid Lake TBD

Included: Full day instruction from our guides, some equipment, Barbeque Lunch, Ladders

Not included: Fishing Permits, Tips and Gratuities to the guides

Full payment is required to reserve a spot – space is limited – First come first served.

Call text or email Rob Anderson form more information or to reserve a spot.

775.742.1754 – rob@bucketlistflyfishing.com

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Fly Tying Contest

SEO Idaho — Sat, 28 Nov 2020 19:14:14 +0000

We are hosting a fly tying contest to celebrate the flies of Pyramid Lake and its fly tiers. The event is free to enter and everyone has a chance to win several prizes including a full day guided fly-fishing trip to Pyramid Lake. Enter your flies between now and December 15^th for a chance to win.

How to enter:

Tie your best Pyramid Lake fly. Something from the past, one you caught a big fish on or a new fly you want to try out. It does not matter.
Fill out the entry form by clicking on the link here and mail your fly to the address given to you. All entries must be received by December 15^th.

Prizes: We have many sponsors on board to help out with the event including: Umpqua Feather Merchants, Malo’o, Go Pro, Bucket List Fly Fishing, Adamsbuilt, Simms and more

Full Day guided trip to Pyramid Lake $425

Umpqua Feather Merchants Chest Pack loaded down with tools and flies $400

Umpqua Feather Merchants Net Belt – $50

Umpqua Feather Merchants Chest Pack $50

Rio Fly Line Outbound Short IS 6 sinking line $100

Bucket List Fly Fishing Logo Long Sleeve T Shirt $25

Adams Built Large Locker Fly Box $60

Malo’o Waterproof Duffle Bag $70

Not a fly tier? Get a free Pyramid Lake Fly Fishing Sticker – Fill out the entry form above as a non-participant and you will receive a free sticker

Live Broadcasts: Join us for a Zoom fly tying experience on December 5^th at 5:00 pm PST with Rob Anderson and learn how to tie the famous Maholo Nymph and how to tie with Bug Bands. Rob Anderson has been a commercial fly tier and designer for Umpqua Feather Merchants for over 15 years.

Live Finale: December 19^th at 5:00 on Youtube and Zoom. We will be judging the flies, picking the winners and handing out the prizes. Prizes include: a full day trip for two to Pyramid Lake with Pyramid Lake Fly Fishing guide Chris Hallmark and an Umpqua Feather Merchants Chest Pack loaded with tools and a fly box with over $300 worth of Pyramid flies.

Broadcast Links – Saturday December 19th 5:00 PM

You Tube

https://youtu.be/u1pnKQ5-rbA

ZOOM

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7159102692?pwd=VTE4NDdKZjdwYkgwZmtYcHdoai9Vdz09

Meeting ID: 715 910 2692
Passcode: 1017

Auction

The flies for the contest and a big waterproof fly box are being auctioned off for our Go Fund Me campaign. This prize will be 4-5 dozen flies and a $50 fly box. To place a bid text 775.742.1754 or PM on facebook or email to rob@bucketlistflyfishing.com – Tob bid as of December 11th is $150.00

Care&Share Charity awareness

During the event we will be telling a story of an 11 year old boy with Cerebral Palsy living in a village shack in the middle of the Amazon Jungle. Bucket List Fly Fishing has a campaign going to help this amazing kid and his family. All of the flies entered into the contest will be loaded into an Umpqua Feather Merchants fly box and auctioned off during the event. Proceeds will go directly to our campaign.

Fundraiser by Rob Anderson : Care&Share Amazon (gofundme.com)

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Pleasanton Fly Fishing Show next week

Rob Anderson — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 19:52:40 +0000

I will be at the Pleasanton Fly Fishing Show Feb. 24-26th with Truckee River Outfitters.

I will be doing a powerpoint presentation each day at the show on Pyramid Lake. We will also be doing presentations on Peacock Bass and fishing the area around Reno. If you would like more information on the show go to flyfishingshow.com or send me an email to info@pyramidlakeflyfishing.com

See you at the show,

Rob Anderson

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