When making the decision on the kayak that I wanted to purchase last year, stability and the ability to stand comfortably became important to me, as I have been wanting to fly fish. I had always enjoyed fishing from bass boats and crafts with higher platforms, and being able to stand is a great option.

Growing up, for most of my life in Indiana and the central U.S., catfish, pan fish, and bass fishing has been about all I've ever known. Fly fishing was always a sport that I wanted to know more about and have greater experience doing.

Over the years I have collected a few fly poles, mainly 5 and 6 weight, I played with tying flys, and practiced casting a good bit in the yard. I only had the opportunity to try fly fishing with areas clear enough of trees to have room to cast, and got to play with some small pan fish.

Fly fishing is something that I do really want to learn more about and to improve in. Although originally from southern California, I have spent most of my life in Indiana. My wife and I relocated to Sacramento in late 2013. Fishing is completely different in this area, and really offers many more opportunities for new experiences and new fish species to catch. Currently, I haven't practiced casting in a few years, but have kept my gear and tying supplies in great condition.

I'm not looking to step in on anyone's special spots or tricks, but would be extremely appreciative of any information that anyone would be willing to pass along to a fellow angler looking to learn. And if anyone wouldn't mind the company on the water at some point, send an invite my way. I'll promise to not look like a complete noob out there.

All the experience that I have so far has been with 5/6 weight forward floating lines. Usually using a popper or other small floating flys. Usually targeting bass, pan fish, or a target sitting in the yard.

I do enjoy tying my own flys, and any suggestions of basic types and patterns and colors, I would be grateful for also.

I've heard rumour of bioluminescent algae in Tomales Bay during the fall. Has anyone seen this or know when the best time of year may be to experience this while paddling? I've been wanting to see this myself, but want a time when the odds are best. Driving from Sacramento, so looking to plan ahead a little.

At work and kinda bored. Our internet is down so can't do much work except answer phones.
So let's talk about anything.
Wow, how about this weather we are having? [emoji12]

I've always been a multi species angler, but being new to the area, it is a large change. I spend a lot of time with my family on lake Natoma, and recently have been trying it out for the fishing. Does anyone have any good tips for fishing the multiple species of fish that are in the lake?