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Flycasters of San Jose

Generations of people passionate about the tranquil sport of fly fishing. Members gather, share, learn, and volunteer through meetings, classes, outings and conservation activities.

Welcome to Flycasters of San Jose

 

Flycasters of San Jose is a large and active fly fishing club with a diverse set of offerings catering to fly fishers of all backgrounds and skill levels.  Whether you want to learn to cast or enhance your casting skills; tie flies; build a fly rod; get involved in teaching grammar school students about the life cycle of trout; or, go on a fishing trip with a group of anglers from the club--Flycasters has you covered!

Flycasters is a non-profit social club dedicated to promoting the sport of fly fishing and protecting the waters where we fish.  Founded in 1965, Flycasters is a club for all anglers who want to learn more about the art of fly fishing and improve their skills and techniques.

By joining our club, you will have fun, make new friends, build your skills, and find many opportunities to contribute to our activities.  Hope to see you at one of our upcoming meetings!

Club Benefits/Activities:

    Monthly Newsletter on club news and events
    Monthly Meetings with expert presentations
    Casting Instruction
    Fly Tying Classes
    Rod building classes
    Fly Fishing Outings (Fishouts) to a wide variety of destinations
    Youth Education ("Trout in the Classroom" program)
    Conservation Initiatives and fundraising
    Equipment Raffles
    Annual Summer Picnic
    Annual Banquet and Conservation Fundraiser

It's simple to join: click on the "Join" button in the upper right-hand corner and follow the instructions. 

Ken Imatani
President, Flycasters of San Jose



Our fly fishing club is indebted to the acclaimed photographer Val Atkinson for allowing us to use the stunning images shown below in the slideshow.  Val is the master of capturing with a camera the tranquility and sublime beauty of the rivers in northern California that our members count among their favorite places to fly fish.

You can view the complete set of photos in this series, called "5 Rivers in Northern California," and many of Val's other images, by going to his website: Val Atkinson's Website   Many of his images are available for purchase.

 

Fly Fishing 101 Seminar

Hosted by Bob Shoberg

Two part Series

 Part 1, Tuesday September 16

Part 2, Tuesday September 30 (NEW DATE)

Willow Glen Library* Community Room – 6:30pm each night

Doors open at 6:00 -- Please arrive early 

The information will be presented over two nights and will include:

  • General Flyfishing equipment

  • Overall Fly rod/line setup

  • Fly Rod basics

  • Fly lines – Tippets – Leaders

  • Flies & Entomology (Bugs)

  • Resources to help you be successful

 

It will be a perfect opportunity to get to know other club members. 

Non-members are also welcome.

Free to Flycasters members

Non-members will be charged a $10 registration fee to cover both evenings

*1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

Not our monthly meeting room 

 

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Essential Fly Fishing Knots

Hosted by Dick Powers and Mason Seim

 

Tuesday October 7th, 2025 at 6:30 pm

Willow Glen Library Community Room*

*1157 Minnesota Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

Not our monthly meeting room 



The knot you use to tie on your fly is critical. You can have the right setup, be in the right place, and get the big bite, but you won’t get the fish in the net if your knot fails. The basic knots you need to land your fish will be taught.


Introductory Class will include:

  • Clinch Knot
  • Surgeons Knot
  • Perfection Loop
  • Non-Slip Mono Loop (Kreh Loop)
  • Nail Knot

 

Members and non-members welcome 

Fee: $5 for members and $15 for non-members. 

Register using the link in the Upcoming Events Calendar to the right for October 7

 

Tools and materials required for class will be provided.



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The Latest issue of the Flylines         FLYLINES 09-2025



Covid-19 Policy and Guidelines

NCC/FFI Newsletter can be found here.


SUBMIT FISH CARD
 
FISH CARD  


CLUB MEETING

October 8th 

 ROBERT GEORGE 

PUTAH CREEK 

Robert George

 

Guide Robert George brings six years of guiding experience to your next fly-fishing adventure with The Bend Company Fly Fishing Guide Service, a premier provider of tailored fishing experiences in Northern California.

His program will be focused on fly fishing 
Putah Creek, a tranquil haven ideal for both novice and experienced fly fishers alike.



Wednesday Evening, October 8th


West Valley Branch Library1243 San Tomas Aquino Rd., San Jose


Doors open at 6:30pm 


 


MONTHLY BREAKFAST GATHERING AT 

HOLDER'S COUNTRY INN

10088 N WOLFE RD., SUITE 130 - CUPERTINO  95014

8:00am -- Saturday  October 4th 



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El Encuentro Lodge in Argentina is offering Flycasters members a 10% discount on trips

All members of your party must be members of Flycasters

https://www.elencuentroflyfishing.com/




https://www.elencuentroflyfishing.com/contact




Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events

Forums

Choose from over a dozen different forums to discuss a wide variety of topics of interest to club members.  Below are just a few of the topics you will find in the Forums area.

 


Destinations

Discuss interesting places to fish with fellow members.  Get or provide tips, explore all types of fly fishing adventures, and find others who want to join you for fly fishing trips.


Steelhead

Do you enjoy pursuing steelhead, the "fish of a thousand casts"?  Whether you use single-handed rods or prefer spey casting, enjoy casting adult winter steelhead or Fall "half pounders," this forum is for you.


Salt Water Fly Fishing

If you enjoy traveling to warm destinations and catching saltwater species such as bonefish, tarpon, permit, snook, and others, this forum is for you.

Member Photos and Slideshows

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Gil's Steelie
Larry's Bow
Slideshow
Patagonia 2023
Slideshow
Trinity 2022 - Matt and Roy
Slideshow
stripers 2022
Slideshow
Rogue River fishout 2022
Slideshow
Lower Sac: March 2023
Slideshow
Brazil Peacock Bass Trips