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Striper and Halibut Bite is Hot — And Now Salmon Season Opens (Somewhat).
Chase McWhorter stopped by Sweeneys Wednesday morning to pick up his “Wild ThIng” striper lure before heading out to the Napa River
alexosen
9 minutes ago6 min read
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How to Catch Sturgeon in the Napa River
Sturgeon fishing is a Craft, not just a Catch. It rewards those who pay attention. The best days aren’t just about the most fish—they’re about understanding the water...
alexosen
7 days ago6 min read
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You are Invited to Spring Festival - May 3rd, 2025
🌟 Hosted on May 3rd, 10am-5pm, it’s a Celebration of All Things Local & Outdoors
alexosen
Apr 35 min read
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Napa River Fishing Report
Current Conditions: Water Temperature: 60–62°F, ideal for Striped Bass and Sturgeon activity.
alexosen
Mar 272 min read
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Berryessa Quarantine Update and Striper Trolling Guide
Striped bass fishing from the bank is a productive and accessible way to target this popular sport fish. With the right setup and techniques
alexosen
Mar 202 min read
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How to Bank Fish for Stripers for Beginners
Striped bass fishing from the bank is a productive and accessible way to target this popular sport fish. With the right setup and techniques
alexosen
Mar 132 min read
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Striper Fishing, March Classes, and Spring Clearance Sale
Trolling for striped bass on the Napa River is a dynamic and ever-changing game. Unlike lake fishing, where patterns can hold
alexosen
Mar 63 min read
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Fly Tying Course with David Dempsey and New Salty Crew Styles
Learn the Art of Fly Tying from a Local Legend! Creating your own flies isn’t just rewarding—it’s the key to catching more fish!
alexosen
Feb 202 min read
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Rainy Days Special: 50% Off Fresh Line Spooling – Today & Tomorrow Only!
Today and tomorrow only (2/13 and 2/14), visit Sweeney’s Sports and get 50% off bulk line spooling on your reels.
alexosen
Feb 131 min read
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Napa Fishing Reports and a Night to Remember
Last week's Striper Meetup was a fantastic success! The positive feedback from attendees has been overwhelming, and we're thrilled to announ
alexosen
Jan 305 min read
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Win Berryessa Adventure. Striper Meetup this Friday.
Join us aboard our North River Seahawk for a fishing and culinary adventure on Lake Berryessa on Friday, February 21st.
alexosen
Jan 235 min read
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Trout Meetup, Fishing Reports. Buy Online, Get Free Line.
Welcome back, anglers! Today’s adventure took us to the beautiful Markley Cove at Lake Berryessa. We started early, casting live minnows und
alexosen
Jan 165 min read
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Winter Fishing Explodes: Napa River Stripers and Berryessa Trout
Our goal and hope is to bring the fishing community together to collectively improve our craft and increase the enjoyment of our hobby.
alexosen
Jan 94 min read
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Striper MeetUp and Fishing Reports
At Sweeney's Sports, we believe fishing is more than just a hobby—it's a way of life. And like any great adventure, it’s best shared with a
alexosen
Jan 34 min read
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Fishing Gifts They’ll Love: Bank Angler Gift Guide
For the bank angler who loves soaking bait, durability and performance are essential. These rods and reels will help them battle big fish
alexosen
Dec 18, 20246 min read
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The Angler’s Wishlist, Gun Shop Update, Fly Fishing Report
Enter the tried-and-true 80/20 rule, which applies perfectly to fishing gear. Only about 20% of our gear gets used regularly and actually...
alexosen
Nov 21, 20245 min read
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Stripers Are on the Bite in Napa River
It looks like the striper fishing is finally picking up in the Napa River! Today, we headed out with friends
alexosen
Nov 7, 20244 min read
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Sweeneys Online Store, Knife of the Week, Happy Halloween
Wishing you a spooky and thrilling Halloween! May your bags be full of treats and your bait full of bites.
alexosen
Oct 31, 20243 min read
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Lake Berryessa Fall/Winter Fishing Tips & Stalking the World’s Greatest Gamefish with a Fly Rod
Yesterday, we experienced the kind of fishing trip that reminds you why Lake Berryessa is a treasure, especially in the quieter months...
alexosen
Oct 24, 20248 min read
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Okuma Merch Giveaway, Meet Napa Game Wardens, and Fishing Reports
Our friends at Okuma have hooked us up with a box full of awesome gear, and we're giving it away to celebrate the occasion.
alexosen
Oct 10, 20247 min read
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