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Napa Outdoor Digest and Fishing Report - May 18th, 2023



On today's blog:

  • Work at Sweeney's

  • Fishing Reports

  • Friends of NRA Dinner

  • Garage Sale Event Update

  • 30% Archery Sale

  • Gun Shop News

  • Seminars

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Lake Berryessa Fishing Report

  • Water temperature: 68 degrees Fahrenheit

  • Weather: Sunny, in the 80s this weekend

  • Fishing conditions: Good

Bass fishing: Bass are starting to move up into shallower water and begin spawning. Anglers are having success fishing with swimbaits, jigs, and Texas rigs in 5 to 15 feet of water.

Crappie fishing: Crappie are starting to school up in the shallows. Anglers are having success fishing with crappie jigs and live minnows around docks, brush piles, and other structures.


Catches over the last 7 days:

  • Bass: 100+ fish

  • Crappie: 50+ fish

Tips for the weekend:

  • Get your minnows early. We have enough medium-sized minnows to last through the weekend, but if you are planning to fish, it's best to get them early. It's going to be a great weekend to fish, and we may run out faster than expected.

  • Be prepared for the heat. It's going to be a hot weekend, so be sure to drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.

  • Have fun! It's a great time to be fishing, so get out there and enjoy it.

Napa River Fishing Report


Water temperature: 53 degrees Fahrenheit

  • Weather: Sunny, mid-70s

  • Fishing conditions: Good

Striper fishing: Stripers are starting to move into the shallows in search of baitfish. Anglers are having success fishing with cut bait and lures, in 5 to 15 feet of water.


Sturgeon fishing: Sturgeon are still being caught in the deeper water, but they are starting to move into the shallows as well. Anglers are having success fishing with Ghost Shrimp, Pile Worms, and Lamprey Eeel on the bottom in 20 to 30 feet of water.


Catches over the last 7 days:

  • Stripers: 50+ fish

  • Sturgeon: 20+ fish

Tips for the weekend:

  • The warm weather this weekend should produce a great striper bite. Use lures or cut bait, in 5 to 15 feet of water.

  • Sturgeon are still being caught in the deeper water, but they are starting to move into the shallows as well. Use Ghost Shrimp, Pile Worms, or Lamprey Eeel. If you are on the boat, chase the marks, anchor and cast to them once you find a few in the lower water column.

  • Be prepared for the heat. It's going to be a hot weekend, so be sure to drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.

  • Have fun! It's a great time to be fishing, so get out there and enjoy it.


Friends of NRA Dinner


Sweeney's Sports is sponsoring the Friends of NRA dinner scheduled for Friday, May 19th, at 5 pm.


Tickets are still available. Please click below for more info. See you there!



Live Bait Update


We are expecting Ghost Shrimp and Pile Worms this afternoon (Thursday, May 18th).


We have Medium and Large Minnows in stock.


Click here for tips on how to keep your live bait alive longer.


 

Garage Sale Event - June 3rd

 

Our next event is coming up quickly. Here is what to expect:

  • Win Prizes

  • Free Hot Dogs/Drinks

  • Free Seminars

  • Garage Sale with $5, $10, $20 tables and storewide savings

  • Huge Kayak Sale


You must pre-register and attend to be entered in the drawing for the prizes.



Free Seminars offered at the event:




More to come.

 

Grand Prize #1


Half Day, Self Guided Kayak Fishing Trip for 2


*Service & equipment provided by Napa Valley Paddle. 707.200.5511 to book Ride the tide from the Carneros Wetlands to Downtown Napa peppering the shore with lures for 6 miles! With tide & wind at your back our top-shelf fishing kayak, Vibe Cubera 120 Hybrid offers comfort & stability including the most luxurious seat in the business. Leave it to the Southerners to put a lawn chair on a kayak! This half-day trip will launch during the morning, with incoming tide leaving plenty of time to fish the Horseshoe slough or picnic at Kennedy Park. Duration: Approx 4 hours, 2 hours paddle time/riding the tide

Value: $298


 

Grand Prize #2


Solstice Flare 1-2 Person Inflatable Kayak




12'6" x 37" - The Solstice Flare 2 is a high-performance, two-person inflatable kayak ready for flat or whitewater. Built with UV-resistant, marine-grade PVC material, and a high-pressure, drop-stitch floor, the Flare 2 has a capacity of 460 lbs. Integrated bow and stern spray covers with bungee-tie downs for storage. This kayak includes an adjustable & removable bucket seat so it can be converted and used from a 2-person to a 1-person Kayak. Also includes a removable skeg for ultimate tracking.


Value: $699

 

More prizes are to be announced. Register, attend, and win!



 

30% OFF Archery Sale


Everything must go! While supplies last. The sale includes the remaining bows in stock and all of the accessories, including arrows, rests, releases, etc.


30 % OFF ARCHERY

Most of the inventory will be listed on eBay and elsewhere online and will sell fast. Don't miss an opportunity to upgrade your gear at rock-bottom prices.


Hurry in for the best selection!

 

Gun Shop News


Here is the coolest thing since sliced bread!



Franklin Armory Sig Sauer CA320 9mm is the easiest way to get Sig’s new P320 Fire Control Unit. This firearm comes as a single-shot pistol with all sig sauer parts aside from the frame. A simple grip swap and you will have a regular P320!




We also offer frames Made by Sig Sauer. The aftermarket possibilities are endless, we offer all the parts to get yourself Sig Sauer’s new and highly sought-after P320.




Glock Price drop all $649.99 - $599.99

All $699.99- $649.99




New Summer colors for the Walther P22 and Smith & Wesson Shield.




Ammunition and components in stock:


Remington 300 win mag 150gr core lokt (Lead)

Federal 300 win mag 150gr power shok (Lead)

Hornady 30-30 win 150gr ftx (Lead)

Federal 30-30 win 150gr Barnes tsx (Non-Lead)

Hodgdon H4350




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