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Napa River Winter Striper & Sturgeon Fishing Report
Reports from up and down the river have been encouraging, with stripers consistently showing and sturgeon anglers seeing steady activity. Here’s what’s working right now.
alexosen
7 days ago2 min read


What’s New from Daiwa for 2026
If you’ve been waiting to see what Daiwa has in store for 2026, you’re in for a treat. I just got back from the trade show floor where I had the chance to get hands-on with Daiwa’s brand-new lineup of reels and rods—and let me tell you, some of this gear is going to turn heads.
alexosen
Aug 28, 20257 min read


Behind the Tank: Live Bait Operations at Sweeney’s Sports
If you’ve ever bought grass shrimp for fishing, you know they’re one of the best baits around—irresistible to striped bass, sturgeon, and even catfish
alexosen
Aug 21, 20256 min read


How To Use Live Bait for Striper, Crappie, and Sturgeon in Napa and Lake Country Waters
Whether you're drifting the Napa River for stripers or dropping lines into Lake Berryessa for crappie, few techniques rival the effectiveness of live bait.
alexosen
May 22, 20254 min read


Sweeney’s Second Cast™ – Trade-In Fridays and Local Fishing Reports
Welcome to Sweeney’s Second Cast™ — our dedicated day for used gear trade-ins and store credit.
alexosen
May 15, 20253 min read


Sweeney’s Spring Festival: Food, Prizes, Fishing Classes — Don’t Miss It!
Sweeney’s Dockside Cafe will be firing up the grill all day (or until we run out!). Grab a Miller’s hot dog with all the fixin’s
alexosen
Apr 25, 20252 min read


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
Apr 17, 20256 min read


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
Apr 10, 20256 min read


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 3, 20255 min read


Napa River Fishing Report
Current Conditions: Water Temperature: 60–62°F, ideal for Striped Bass and Sturgeon activity.
alexosen
Mar 27, 20252 min read


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 13, 20251 min read


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 3, 20254 min read


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


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


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


Sweeney's Pro Advisory Board and Joe Wagner Wine Tasting
We’re thrilled to announce that Joe Wagner, a fifth-generation Napa Valley
alexosen
Oct 3, 20244 min read


"Stupid Good" Fly Fishing and Sturgeon Vs. Carp
For those who have invested heavily in gear for a particular species—like the recently closed sturgeon in California—it can feel frustrating
alexosen
Aug 15, 20243 min read


April 27th Spring Outdoor Festival and Fishing Reports
Spring is almost here! We're incredibly excited for the upcoming fishing season. This winter brought a lot of weather and rain, making fishi
alexosen
Apr 12, 20244 min read


Halibut/Largemouth Bass Season and Kids Learn-to-Fish Day
Spring is here, and what better way to celebrate the outdoors than by teaching your child a lifelong skill? We're excited to announce the 1s
alexosen
Mar 28, 20245 min read


Trout and Catfish on Berryessa, Shop Update, 9 mm Special
Optimizer Junior Lures, most colors in stock. Okuma Striper budget Setups for Spinning and Trolling, 20% off all crab hoop nets
alexosen
Mar 21, 20243 min read
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