For those anglers wishing to further their knowledge of Tenkara, we offer Tenkara Boot Camp in partnership with Tenkara Tanuki -Luong Tam
These classroom/on-the-water excursions to several destinations in California will increase your knowledge of Tenkara methods and techniques to fish these water with more success.
Eastern Sierra Streams: Perfect for Tenkara Fishing
Join us at the Tenkara Boot Camp, the first tenkara community gathering in CA, designed for fishers of all levels, from novice to expert. This intensive one-day event features nationwide seminars and hands-on workshops by tenkara fishing experts. Seminars will take you “From Zero to Hero,” and workshops will provide hands-on practice in casting on water clinic, fly tying, and landing big fish with tenkara rods. Bring your fly-tying kit (optional) if you have one. We also have a few rods available to lend during the casting workshop
2024 Tenkara Bootcamp will be on Sep 28, 2024, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM PDT in Bishop, California. 1234 Sierra St, Bishop, CA 93514, USA. Join the 4th Annual Tenkara Boot Camp in Bishop, CA. This one-day event offers seminars, clinics, and workshops for all skill levels. I will be presenting my Keynote Presentation on A Fly Fishers View on Tenkara. Enhance your skills and connect with fellow fishers in the beautiful Eastern Sierra. You can signup for the Bootcamp at: 2024 Bootcamp
After the Bootcamp, I will be offering a Golden Trout Group Excursion on Sunday September 29th to catch the most beautiful fish in the world, the California Golden Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss aguabonita). Group will be limited to 10 students/anglers. You can signup for the group excursion and guarantee your spot (This excursion has sold out early every year!) at: Bootcamp Golden Trout group excursion