Rendezvous (Rondy) Program

The GGACC is proud to announce the kickoff of the second post-covid GGACC Rendezvous (or Rondy) Program for 2024. These are group fishing trips (called "Rondies") for those active club members who are experienced fly fishers unless otherwise stated in the trip description, and wish to participate in these club-organized fishing trips for the companionship they offer and the opportunity to fish these venues. Experienced fly fishers are considered to be those who have done considerable fly fishing on their own without requiring guides or other necessary help.

Unlike the LTFF Program's educational outings (called "fish-outs", to distinguish them from the rondies), the rondies are not mentored outings. The rondy leaders have only organizational responsibilities for leading their groups, and not teaching duties. Please pay attention to any description regarding the requirement/experience expected for that event and make sure you're comfortable and confident in your abilities. Following last year we are running a lottery system helping to ensure a system that's fair and convenient for everyone.

Please note a couple of requirements: An active member is a member that has paid the annual club fees for the current year. You must have a fishing license and all permits for the location and species fished. Participants are expected to know and follow regulations for the locations fished.

The 2024 Rondy Program opens Feb 13th, 2024, at 8:00 am (i.e., when the Join the Waitlist button shows on the Calendar Event description page). Sign-ups for the Rondys will be on the Club's website here, and closes Feb 16th at 5:00 pm. You will sign up on the Waitlist for those events you'd like to register for, and everyone on each waitlist will be entered into a lottery for the available slots and winners will be notified and invoiced by email to secure their spots. We ask that you only sign up for trips you're truly interested in given the amount of administrative work required for each trip.

Winners will be invoiced and notified by email on the evening of February 17th and will need to finalize confirmation and payment by February 20th at 5:00 pm. After that time, open spaces will be filled from the waitlist according to the lottery priority. The next in line will be notified and invoiced by email on Feb. 20th with payment due Feb. 22nd at 9:00 am. Unfilled spots will be open to the general membership on a first come first serve basis following an announcement via email of the open registration.

There are no refunds. In the event that a member is, for any reason, unable to attend, he may resell his slot (rod) to another GGACC member (by first pulling from the waitlist if one exists). It is the sole responsibility of the member to manage this transaction. This is not the responsibility of the leader or club. See the links under this tab for the list of all Rondies currently shown on the club's calendar.

We'd like to thank all past and current Rondy leaders for their time and effort given to providing support and leadership on these trips; their help and time are invaluable. If you wish to lead a future trip or have an idea you'd like to present as one, please reach out to the committee; we'd love to have you!

As a final note, the greater goal of this program is to encourage a community within the club that provides a network of fishing opportunities with others by one's own agency. This program is a seed and we sincerely hope you take advantage of the people you meet, the experiences and knowledge gained and continue playing that forward. Ultimately, we all arrive together at a larger table.

Once again, it's imperative for the smooth operation of this lottery process that you actively monitor your emails for the week and respond accordingly.

Feb. 13th @ 8:00 AM  -  Lottery opens

Feb. 16th@ 5:00 PM  -  Lottery closes

Feb. 17th evening  -  Lottery winners are notified and invoiced

Feb. 20th @ 5:00 PM  -  Payment due to secure your spot

Feb. 20th evening  -  2nd round winners notified and invoiced

Feb. 22nd @ 9:00 AM  -  Payment due to secure your spot

Unfilled spots will be open to the general membership, notified by email, on a first come first serve basis.

Upcoming events

  • Rondy: Desolation Wilderness Backpacking to Fish

    • 25 Jul 2024
    • 10:00 AM
    • 28 Jul 2024
    • 5:00 PM
    • Desolation Wilderness
    • 0

    Rondy: Desolation Wilderness Backpacking to fish

    Dates:  July 25 - 28, 2024 (alternate August 22 - 25 if snowpack and runoff conditions require)

    Leader:  Matt Didden - matthew.didden@gmail.com

    Number of anglers (including leader):  6

    Description:  This Sierra Tahoe Rondy is a 3-night backpacking trip to fly fish the headwaters of the American River watershed located west of Lake Tahoe. This Rondy is limited to 5 experienced backpackers (6 including the leader). 

    We will fish the Rubicon River between Camper Flat and Clyde Lake, as well as the lakes near camp. This freestone river contains rainbows, with “some goldens” in the upper section, and the alpine lakes contain brookies. There will be opportunities to fish with dries, nymphs, and streamers.

    The plan is to meet at the Rockbound trailhead near Wrights Lake off Highway 50 mid-morning of July 25, hike to Lake Lois (7.25 miles, 2,000’ elev. gain), and make camp early afternoon. We may move our camp for 1 or more nights. July 28 we will hike out. The elevation ranges from ~7,000’ to ~8,500’ with one pass to cross (Rockbound Pass, 8,650’). Temperatures can vary with very warm days and cool, sometimes windy, nights. Pack accordingly for all conditions!

    If the snowpack conditions prevent being able to hike to camp, the Rondy will be rescheduled with a start date of August 22. This will be finalized in May.

    You must be an experienced backpacker and have the ability to hike with your pack up to 8 miles a day on rough trails.  The leader is an experienced backpacker.  However, the expectation is that all participants in this Rondy will be self-sufficient. You will need all the normal backpacking gear to take care of yourself on the trail.  We may share some gear such as stoves, water filters, etc.

    There will be a virtual pre-meeting to discuss logistics, carpool, gear, fly selection, shared supplies, etc. The date for this pre-meeting will be in May at a date to be set later. 

    Suggested Gear:  3-5 wt single handed fly rods

    Cost:  The fee for this Rondy is $25  

    Other expenses will include your transportation and food/supplies. 

    Cancellation Policy:  There are no refunds.  In the event that a member is, for any reason, unable to attend, he may resell his slot (rod) to another GGACC member (by first pulling from the waitlist if one exists).  It is the sole responsibility of the member to manage this transaction.  This is not the responsibility of the leader or club.


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  • Rondy: 20 Lakes Basin Sierra Backpack

    • 21 Aug 2024
    • 8:00 AM
    • 25 Aug 2024
    • 8:00 PM
    • 20 Lakes Basin, CA
    • 0

    Rondy:  20 Lakes Basin Backpack

    Dates:  August 21 - 25, 2024

    Leader:  Scott Martin   waltersmartin@gmail.com

    Number of anglers (including leader):  5

    Description:  This Eastern Sierra Rondy is a 4-night backpacking trip to fly fish a small watershed located on the Northeast border of Yosemite. This Rondy is limited to 4 experienced backpackers (5 including the leader). We will fish mostly lakes along with the flows between the lakes. The loop trail is about 10 miles with several lakes along the route. The fishing will be mostly casting from the lake shores with some “wet” wading.

    The plan is to meet at the trailhead at Saddlebag Lake off Highway 120 late morning of August 21,  and hike into Cascade Lake and make camp. We may move our camp for 1 or more nights. August 25 we will hike out. The elevation is about 10,000’ the whole way with small areas of elevation gains and loss.  Acclimating to the elevation will be the biggest challenge. Pack light!  At this time of year, it gets cold at night so pack accordingly!

    You will need all the normal backpacking gear to take care of yourself on the trail.  We may share some gear such as stoves, water filters, etc.  Bring your favorite fly rod for fishing deep-shored lakes and small rushing creeks. There will be opportunities to fish with dries, nymphs, and streamers.

    You must also be an experienced backpacker and have the ability to hike with your pack up to 6 miles a day on rough trails.  The leader is an experienced backpacker.  However, the expectation is that all participants in this Rondy will be self-sufficient.  There will be a pre-meeting to discuss logistics, gear, shared food, etc.  The date for this pre-meeting is tbd. 

    Suggested Gear:  2-5 wt single handed fly rods, with floating lines. 

    Cost:  The fee for this Rondy is $25  

    Other expenses will include your transportation and food/supplies. 

    Cancellation Policy:  There are no refunds.  In the event that a member is, for any reason, unable to attend, he may resell his slot (rod) to another GGACC member (by first pulling from the waitlist if one exists).  It is the sole responsibility of the member to manage this transaction.  This is not the responsibility of the leader or club.

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  • Rondy: 2 Day, 2 River Trout/Steelhead Drifts

    • 13 Oct 2024
    • 7:00 AM
    • 14 Oct 2024
    • 5:00 PM
    • Trinity River and Lower Sac
    • 0
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    Rondy:  2 Day, 2 River Trout/Steelhead Drifts

    Dates:  October 13 - 14, 2024

    Leader:  Brad Bradford   bradford@realpropserv.com

    Number of anglers (including leader):  8

    Description: We're going to be there, why not fish 2 days?? Why not fish 2 rivers?? This Rondy will start on the Trinity River for the first day and then move to the Lower Sac for the second day. We'll target steelhead on the Trinity and large rainbow (steelhead) on the Lower Sac. We'll meet the guides early on the 13th near Weaverville, fish for the day and then move to Redding to prepare to meet the guides on the Lower Sac early on the 14th. This will likely require you stay in the Weaverville area on the night of the 12th and in the Redding area the night of the 13th (maybe we'll meet for dinner in Redding). At the end of the drift on the 14th you are free to drive home or stay on the road.

    Guides will be from Forrest Brizendine of NorCal Fishing Guides; norcalfishingguides.com

    Suggested Gear: 5-6 wt single handed fly rods, with floating lines. Guides can provide gear if you prefer. 

    Cost: $675.00 per angler

    Other expenses will be guide gratuities, transportation, food and lodging.

    Cancellation Policy:  There are no refunds.  In the event that a member is, for any reason, unable to attend, he may resell his slot (rod) to another GGACC member (by first pulling from the waitlist if one exists).  It is the sole responsibility of the member to manage this transaction.  This is not the responsibility of the leader or club.

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  • Rondy: Deschutes River

    • 13 Oct 2024
    • 8:00 AM
    • 15 Oct 2024
    • 5:00 PM
    • Bend, OR
    • 3
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    Rondy:  Deschutes River 

    Dates:  October 13-15, 2024

    Leader:  Libby Wolfensperger  mailto:elwolfensperger@me.com

    Number of anglers (including leader):  8

    Description:  This Rondy is a 3-day guided float and wade fishing adventure on the lower Deschutes River in central Oregon, where we will fish for native summer Steelhead and "Red side" Rainbow Trout.  Guides will take us through miles of gorgeous, remote canyon. Periodically we'll take out to wade-fish nymphs or swing flies (no fishing from the drift boats).  Each evening we'll and stop and camp (it's really glamping - glamour camping) at amazing sites, where we'll enjoy top notch food served in a dedicated dining tent.   

    The trip will both begin and end in Bend, Oregon, at the Confluence Fly Shop, where we will meet our guides, get licenses, boat passes, pick up some flies, and park our cars (guides will shuttle us from the shop and back). We will put in near Madras (about an hour north of Bend) and then take out 3 days later near Maupin.  Our guides will be http://www.deepcanyonoutfitters.com/

    Bend, OR, is about an 8-1/2 hour drive from San Francisco. There is an airport in nearby Redmond for those who prefer to fly.  We should plan on arriving a day early and staying over the night after the Rondy.

    There will be a pre-meeting to discuss more logistics, gear, carpools, etc. (date tbd).

    Suggested Gear:  5-7 wt single-handed rods with floating lines or 6-7 wt two-handed rods, studded boots, and wading staff.  Anglers must also supply their own sleeping bags, pillow, personal items, liquor (if desired), and Oregon fishing license and boater's pass. Guides will supply very nice standing room tents, with cots and sleeping pads.  Note that wading on the Deschutes can be tricky due to the large angular basalt rocks, and that there is no fishing from the boats.  You must be prepared to wade confidently.  

    There will be a dedicated gear boat that will haul our gear, set up camp, and cook great meals. Personal items that are only needed in camp can be packed in a large dry bag to be supplied by the guides and transported in the gear boat.  Bring your own small dry bag (or waterproof pack) with a change of clothes, rain jacket, fleece, and any small personal items that you may want to keep handy during the day in your boat.  

    This is an amazing multi day float at a great price.  It is open to both single hand and two hand casters.  Most anglers enjoy a little of both on this trip.

    Cost:  The fee for this Rondy is $1,865.00

    Other expenses will be guide gratuities, transportation to and from Bend, and lodging the nights before and after the trip. 

    Cancellation Policy:  There are no refunds.  In the event that a member is, for any reason, unable to attend, he may resell his slot (rod) to another GGACC member (by first pulling from the waitlist if one exists).  It is the sole responsibility of the member to manage this transaction.  This is not the responsibility of the leader or club.

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  • Rondy: Trinity River Steelhead Walk & Wade #2

    • 30 Oct 2024
    • 7:00 AM
    • 31 Oct 2024
    • 5:00 PM
    • Weaverville, CA
    • 0

    Rondy:  Trinity River Steelhead Walk & Wade

    Dates: October 30-31, 2024

    Leader:  Bill Corkery  mailto:billcorkery@att.net 

    Number of anglers (including leader):  5

    Description:  This rondy is an excellent opportunity for Walk-and Wade fly fishing for Steelhead on the Trinity River near Junction City, CA.  Bill Corkery, a GGACC Member, knows the area well and can take up to 4 anglers on this two-day fishing trip. The opportunity exists to catch both adult and smaller (i.e. "1/2 pound") steelhead.

    There are several options for how to fly fishing for steelhead on this wading trip: 1) Indicator nymph fishing with a  5-7wt single hand rod with floating line and Fluoro tippet (1X-4X) and split-shot below an indicator; 2) Swinging steelhead flies with a 6-8wt single hand rod and floating or intermediate head line and sink tips with short 8-12# mono tippet; or 3) Swinging flies with a 5-7wt Spey rod with floating or intermediate fly line & sink tips with short 8-12# mono tippet. 

    Suggested Gear:  5-7 wt single handed fly rods for nymhing; 6-8 wt single handed rods for swinging; 5-7 wt Spey rods for swinging.  Note that the weather can be very cold, bring multi-layers and good rain gear. 

    Cost:  The fee for this Rondy is $25  

    Other expenses will include travel, food, lodging (motels in Weaverville). 

    Cancellation Policy:  There are no refunds.  In the event that a member is, for any reason, unable to attend, he may resell his slot (rod) to another GGACC member (by first pulling from the waitlist if one exists).  It is the sole responsibility of the member to manage this transaction.  This is not the responsibility of the leader or club.

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  • Rondy: Delta Stripers #2

    • 13 Nov 2024
    • 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Rio Vista, CA
    • 0

    Rondy:  Delta Stripers #2  

    Dates: November 13, 2024

    Leader:  Steve Swett  mailto:steve@libertypainting.biz

    Number of anglers (including leader):  4

    Description:  The Delta is a wonderful fishery for both Black and Striped Bass. It is a truly amazing area, and just 1-1/2 hours from San Francisco.  Striped Bass are "hot" fish meaning that they provide a very noteworthy strike and resulting fight.  We will be 4 experienced anglers for a one-day guided boat trip.  The guides we are using are great their website is https://www.confluenceoutfitters.com

    Suggested Gear:  8-9 wt single handed fly rods, with a variety of lines.  Note:  The guides will supply the gear if needed, which typically includes 9 ft. long 8 or 9 wt fly rods with a variety of lines including floating, intermediate, and T-14 sinking lines. They will also supply the terminal tackle and flies.  Lunch and water is provided by the guides. 

    Cost:  The fee for this Rondy is $350.00

    Guides: Confluence Outfitters / Toby Uppinghouse

    Other expenses will be guide gratuities. 

    Cancellation Policy:  There are no refunds.  In the event that a member is, for any reason, unable to attend, he may resell his slot (rod) to another GGACC member (by first pulling from the waitlist if one exists).  It is the sole responsibility of the member to manage this transaction.  This is not the responsibility of the leader or club.

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  • Rondy: Trinity River Steelhead Drift #1

    • 15 Nov 2024
    • 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Weaverville, CA
    • 0
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    Rondy:  Trinity River Steelhead Drift #1

    Dates:  November 15, 2024

    Leader:  Patrick Cousens   mailto:pdcousens@gmail.com

    Number of anglers (including leader):  8

    Description:  The Trinity is a gorgeous river this time of year. We will be floating the river from a drift boat or raft - both with hard bottoms. We will mostly fish with nymphs and/or egg patterns under indicators with, maybe, some swinging using 2 handed rods. The guides will provide rods, flies, beverages, snacks and lunch. Anglers will need waders and boots (no studs please) along with weather appropriate clothing. You MUST have a current fishing license and STEELHEAD card.

    Fish range from half pounders to 30 or more inches. 10+ pound steelhead are caught every year so be prepared.  

    The nearest town is Weaverville which is conveniently located within 30 mins of the river. There are several lodging and dining options to make for an enjoyable two-night trip if you so desire.

    The trinity is a beautiful place with a fish of a lifetime waiting for your fly! 

    The guide service we use is great.   They are:

    Forrest Brizendine   forrest@norcalfishingguides.com

    Suggested Gear:  6-8 wt single handed fly rods for nymphing and swinging; 5-7 wt Spey rods for swinging.  Note that the weather can be very cold, bring multi-layers and good rain gear. 

    Cost:  The fee for this Rondy is $350

    Other expenses will be guide gratuities, transportation, lodging and meals besides lunch on the boat.

    Cancellation Policy:  There are no refunds.  In the event that a member is, for any reason, unable to attend, he may resell his slot (rod) to another GGACC member (by first pulling from the waitlist if one exists).  It is the sole responsibility of the member to manage this transaction.  This is not the responsibility of the leader or club.

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  • Rondy: Trinity River Steelhead Drift #2

    • 16 Nov 2024
    • 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Weaverville, CA
    • 0
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    Rondy:  Trinity River Steelhead Drift #2

    Dates:  November 16, 2024

    Leader:  Patrick Cousens   mailto:pdcousens@gmail.com

    Number of anglers (including leader):  8

    Description:  The Trinity is a gorgeous river this time of year. We will be floating the river from a drift boat or raft - both with hard bottoms. We will mostly fish with nymphs and/or egg patterns under indicators with, maybe, some swinging using 2 handed rods. The guides will provide rods, flies, beverages, snacks and lunch. Anglers will need waders and boots (no studs please) along with weather appropriate clothing. You MUST have a current fishing license and STEELHEAD card.

    Fish range from half pounders to 30 or more inches. 10+ pound steelhead are caught every year so be prepared.  

    The nearest town is Weaverville which is conveniently located within 30 mins of the river. There are several lodging and dining options to make for an enjoyable two-night trip if you so desire.

    The trinity is a beautiful place with a fish of a lifetime waiting for your fly! 

    The guide service we use is great.   They are:

    Forrest Brizendine forrest@norcalfishingguides.com

    Suggested Gear:  6-8 wt single handed fly rods for nymphing and swinging; 5-7 wt Spey rods for swinging.  Note that the weather can be very cold, bring multi-layers and good rain gear. 

    Cost:  The fee for this Rondy is $350

    Other expenses will be guide gratuities, transportation, lodging and meals besides lunch on the boat.

    Cancellation Policy:  There are no refunds.  In the event that a member is, for any reason, unable to attend, he may resell his slot (rod) to another GGACC member (by first pulling from the waitlist if one exists).  It is the sole responsibility of the member to manage this transaction.  This is not the responsibility of the leader or club.

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