​​Flag Island, which is officially Goose Island, located in the western basin of Lake Almanor in front of Prattville. This rocky outcropping once rose from the meadow along the Feather River channel and only became an island as it was surrounded by the rising waters of Lake Almanor. When the present-day lake is full or near full it isn't even an island at all, but just a shallow spot marked by a ring of white buoys.  Sometime in the early 1990's, someone placed a galvanized pipe flagpole on the highest point of Goose Island and hung an American Flag on it. The flag would fly day in and day out throughout the year enduring all mother nature had to throw at it. Coming out of winter into spring each year the flag would be tattered and torn then, as if by magic, a new flag would replace the old one. This cycle carried on year after year until 2021, that spring the flag didn't get changed. 

​As the island and the flag had become the backdrop for the Almanor Fishing Association's annual Veteran's Fishing Day boat parade, volunteers from AFA assembled at the island the afternoon before the event and changed out the flag for the first time, a tradition that continues to this day. Who originally placed the flag and why remains a mystery. Many stories have surfaced about who and why the flag was placed, but always second and third hand accounts that didn't proof out. Over the years, the island has, most likely, had several "flag keepers", for instance, in 2013 the task was undertaken by seasonal guests of Wilson's Camp Prattville. Were you involved in placing or changing the flag on "Flag Island"? Contact Us

Lake Almanor Browns and Rainbows - Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall this lake is a fish factory and the top trophy trout destination in Northern California. ​Want to spend a day on the water, catch fish, hunt trophies, catch and release, each trip is custom, and personally designed to fit your needs. Valet service departure and return available to your private dock or resort.  Check the Booking Calendar and get on the books before your dates are gone.

Bucks Lake Kokanee Fest - This year happening 7/31/26 - 8/13/26. The best eating fish that swim in Sierra waters, and these Kokanee trips take advantage of a completely self-sustaining population at Bucks Lake. Want to load up, the daily limit on Kokanee at Bucks Lake is 10 fish per person. This is a popular one, and only has a few days left available. (I may open up additional dates once the initial days are filled) Check the Booking Calendar and get on the books before your dates are gone.

Eagle Lake Rainbows - Fall is a fantastic time of year to fish and nowhere more so that Eagle Lake. This is Nor-Cal fly trolling for hot Rainbows at its finest. The Eagle Lake Trout are also one of California's Heritage Trout, originally found native only in Eagle Lake. As the water cools, the fish move into the shallows and ramp up their feeding prior to winter. Typically, I have limited days in October, (October dates are still TBD based on demand. Don't hesitate to reach out via the Date Request Form and I will put a block of trips together.) then spend the first three weeks of November at Eagle in Fish Camp. ​Check the Booking Calendar and get on the books before your dates are gone.

2025 was another great one, filled with memorable moments and amazing fish on the boat. I would like to thank everyone who came out last year for making my 28th season a success. Your continued support is very much appreciated. As I kick off my 29th season of guiding these trips, I am looking forward to seeing my old friends and customers but also to welcoming many newcomers onboard. Come, take a trip and see what these beautiful lakes and fisheries have to offer. I look forward to seeing you on the water in 2026.
Tight Lines,
Capt. Bryan