Women's Program

The GGACC Women's Program is a warm, welcoming, and safe place to gain support, ask questions, and connect with other fly-fishing women. Joining the GGACC Women's Program will help build your confidence, find a mentor, and inspire you to be the best angler you can be. We offer fly fishing education, women's events, information on gear and trip planning, fly tying, and so much more!

Upcoming events

    • 19 Feb 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • GGACC Lodge
    Register



    Thursday, February 19th, from 6–8 PM, join us for a special presentation, Casting Shadows of the Past: A Journey Through GGACC History, by Jim Dawson.

    As the GGACC Club Historian, Jim will share the Club’s rich history and evolution, as well as San Francisco’s unique role in shaping the sport. The event will be held inside the Angler’s Lodge.

    This is a Women's Group organized event. Recognizing the tremendous interest, the Women's Group warmly invites all GGACC members to cast their curiosity and join us.

    The event is open to all members and friends. Due to space limitations, registrations are requested.

    We will also broadcast the event live via Zoom.  Details for the zoom call will be emailed to registrants just prior to the presentation--so be sure to register (and update your email address in the member directory!)

    Save the date!

    The Women’s Group will be getting together on the following dates:

    • Saturday, March 7th - 10 AM - 2 PM Casting Games with Alice Gillbert

    • Thursday, April 9th - 6-9 PM Putah Creek with Ashley Wright and Jose Rubio

    • Thursday, May 21st - 6-8 PM

    • Thursday, June 18th - Trout Spey

    • Thursday, July 16th - 6-8 PM Beginning casting

    • Thursday, August 20th - 6-8 PM

    • Thursday, September 17th - 6-8 PM

    • Thursday, October 22nd - 6-8 PM

    Stay in the loop!

    • GGACC Members can receive the monthly "Women of GGACC" newsletters automatically by updating your GGACC Profile here. To navigate, select “Edit Profile” and opt in to “Women's Group.”

    • Subscribe to our Forum for posts from fellow members.

    • Follow our new Instagram: @ggaccwomensprogram for news, the latest fishing report & more!

    If you have any questions or suggestions about the Women’s Group, email us at women.ggacc@gmail.com
    • 07 Mar 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • GGACC Lodge
    Register

    Saturday, March 7 from 10 AM - 2 PM, join us for an Introduction to Casting Games with Alice Gillibert!


    Alice is an American Casting Association Hall of Fame member and a past American Casting Association President. She holds several records, including a Fly Distance Record of 150’, Plug Accuracy, Dry Fly Accuracy, and more!

    Alice will guide us through the exciting world of Casting Games—explaining the rules, strategies, and fascinating history of this competitive side of our sport. “When you can’t fish, use the targets!” – Alice Gillibert

    Loaner rods will be available. If you have a 6-weight setup, bring it along; that's the standard for many games.

    There is no cost for participants, and the program is open to both GGACC members and non-members. Registration is requested, but not required.

    Save the date!

    The Women’s Group will be getting together on the following dates:

    • Thursday, April 9th - 6-9 PM Putah Creek with Ashley Wright and Jose Rubio

    • Thursday, May 21st - 6-8 PM

    • Thursday, June 18th - Trout Spey

    • Thursday, July 16th - 6-8 PM Beginning casting

    • Thursday, August 20th - 6-8 PM

    • Thursday, September 17th - 6-8 PM

    • Thursday, October 22nd - 6-8 PM

    Stay in the loop!

    • GGACC Members can receive the monthly "Women of GGACC" newsletters automatically by updating your GGACC Profile here. To navigate, select “Edit Profile” and opt in to “Women's Group.”

    • Subscribe to our Forum for posts from fellow members.

    • Follow our new Instagram: @ggaccwomensprogram for news, the latest fishing report & more!

    If you have any questions or suggestions about the Women’s Group, email us at women.ggacc@gmail.com


    • 09 Apr 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • GGACC Lodge
    Register

    Thursday, April 9, from 6–9 PM, join us for a discussion on Fishing Putah Creek, with Ashley Wright and Jose Rubio. Ashley & Jose will provide their insight about our closest trout fishery to San Francisco! From flies, to access points, to strategy for this infamous waterway, join Ashley (GGACC Women’s Group) and Jose  (CDFW licensed guide) to hear all about their tried and true tips for having a REEL great time at Putah Creekt. 

    The event will be held inside the Angler’s Lodge.

    • 6PM Sip and share 
    • 7PM Ashley & Jose will begin

    There is no cost for participants, and the program is open to both GGACC members and non-members. Drop-ins are welcome; however, RSVPs are requested.  

    Save the date!

    The Women’s Group will be getting together on the following dates:

    • Thursday, May 21st - 6-8 PM

    • Thursday, June 18th - Trout Spey

    • Thursday, July 16th - 6-8 PM Beginning casting

    • Thursday, August 20th - 6-8 PM

    • Thursday, September 17th - 6-8 PM

    • Thursday, October 22nd - 6-8 PM

    Stay in the loop!

    • GGACC Members can receive the monthly "Women of GGACC" newsletters automatically by updating your GGACC Profile here. To navigate, select “Edit Profile” and opt in to “Women's Group.”

    • Subscribe to our Forum for posts from fellow members.

    • Follow our new Instagram: @ggaccwomensprogram for news, the latest fishing report & more!

    If you have any questions or suggestions about the Women’s Group, email us at women.ggacc@gmail.com


    • 21 May 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • GGACC

    This event's details are in the works. Updates coming soon!

    Save the date!

    The Women’s Group will be getting together on the following dates:

    • Thursday, June 18th - Trout Spey

    • Thursday, July 16th - 6-8 PM Beginning casting

    • Thursday, August 20th - 6-8 PM

    • Thursday, September 17th - 6-8 PM

    • Thursday, October 22nd - 6-8 PM

    Stay in the loop!

    • GGACC Members can receive the monthly "Women of GGACC" newsletters automatically by updating your GGACC Profile here. To navigate, select “Edit Profile” and opt in to “Women's Group.”

    • Subscribe to our Forum for posts from fellow members.

    • Follow our new Instagram: @ggaccwomensprogram for news, the latest fishing report & more!

    If you have any questions or suggestions about the Women’s Group, email us at women.ggacc@gmail.com
    • 18 Jun 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • GGACC
    Register

    This event's details are in the works. Updates coming soon!

    Save the date!

    The Women’s Group will be getting together on the following dates:

    • Thursday, July 16th - 6-8 PM Beginning casting

    • Thursday, August 20th - 6-8 PM

    • Thursday, September 17th - 6-8 PM

    • Thursday, October 22nd - 6-8 PM

    Stay in the loop!

    • GGACC Members can receive the monthly "Women of GGACC" newsletters automatically by updating your GGACC Profile here. To navigate, select “Edit Profile” and opt in to “Women's Group.”

    • Subscribe to our Forum for posts from fellow members.

    • Follow our new Instagram: @ggaccwomensprogram for news, the latest fishing report & more!

    If you have any questions or suggestions about the Women’s Group, email us at women.ggacc@gmail.com
    • 16 Jul 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • GGACC Ponds
    Register

    This event's details are in the works. Updates coming soon!

    Save the date!

    The Women’s Group will be getting together on the following dates:

    • Thursday, August 20th - 6-8 PM

    • Thursday, September 17th - 6-8 PM

    • Thursday, October 22nd - 6-8 PM

    Stay in the loop!

    • Subscribe to our Forum for Women’s Group event updates.

    • Follow our new Instagram: @ggaccwomensprogram for news, the latest fishing report & more!

    • If you have any questions or suggestions about the Women’s Group, email us at women.ggacc@gmail.com

    • 20 Aug 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • GGACC

    This event's details are in the works. Updates coming soon!

    Save the date!

    The Women’s Group will be getting together on the following dates:

    • Thursday, September 17th - 6-8 PM

    • Thursday, October 22nd - 6-8 PM

    Stay in the loop!

    • GGACC Members can receive the monthly "Women of GGACC" newsletters automatically by updating your GGACC Profile here. To navigate, select “Edit Profile” and opt in to “Women's Group.”

    • Subscribe to our Forum for posts from fellow members.

    • Follow our new Instagram: @ggaccwomensprogram for news, the latest fishing report & more!

    If you have any questions or suggestions about the Women’s Group, email us at women.ggacc@gmail.com
    • 17 Sep 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • GGACC

    This event's details are in the works. Updates coming soon!

    Save the date!

    The Women’s Group 2026 program will conclude on the following date:

    • Thursday, October 22nd - 6-8 PM

    Stay in the loop!

    • GGACC Members can receive the monthly "Women of GGACC" newsletters automatically by updating your GGACC Profile here. To navigate, select “Edit Profile” and opt in to “Women's Group.”

    • Subscribe to our Forum for posts from fellow members.

    • Follow our new Instagram: @ggaccwomensprogram for news, the latest fishing report & more!

    If you have any questions or suggestions about the Women’s Group, email us at women.ggacc@gmail.com
    • 22 Oct 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • GGACC

    This event's details are in the works. Updates coming soon!

    Stay in the loop!

    • GGACC Members can receive the monthly "Women of GGACC" newsletters automatically by updating your GGACC Profile here. To navigate, select “Edit Profile” and opt in to “Women's Group.”

    • Subscribe to our Forum for posts from fellow members.

    • Follow our new Instagram: @ggaccwomensprogram for news, the latest fishing report & more!

    If you have any questions or suggestions about the Women’s Group, email us at women.ggacc@gmail.com


Questions? Please direct your inquiries to the appropriate mail box:

General Information:
club.ggacc@gmail.com

Social Media:
ggaccsocial@gmail.com

Learn To Fly Fish Program:
ltff.ggacc@gmail.com

Our Mailing Address:  Golden Gate Angling and Casting Club  ·  P.O. Box 591476  ·  San Francisco, CA 94159

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