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2nd Annual Striper Meetup and Live Grass Shrimp
At Sweeney’s Sports, fishing isn’t just a hobby—it’s a way of life. Join us as we kick off Napa River striper season with our 2nd Annual Striper Meetup!
alexosen
Aug 146 min read
Striper Season is Here: Top Shore Rigs & Local Fishing Report
Striped bass action is heating up across Northern California as we head into May. With stable weather, rising water temps, and active bait movement...
alexosen
May 16 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 252 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 176 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 106 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 35 min read
How to Bank Fish for Stripers for Beginners
Striped bass fishing from the bank is a productive and accessible way to target this popular sport fish. With the right setup and techniques
alexosen
Mar 132 min read
How Lead Core Line Trout Trolling Works and Berryessa Meetup on March 14th
Trolling for trout without a downrigger can be incredibly effective with the right setup, and lead core line is the key to getting lures dow
alexosen
Feb 273 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 131 min read
Napa Fishing Reports and a Night to Remember
Last week's Striper Meetup was a fantastic success! The positive feedback from attendees has been overwhelming, and we're thrilled to announ
alexosen
Jan 305 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
Black Friday November 29th Super Specials
Skip the chaos and shop smart this Black Friday at Sweeney’s Sports! 🦃🎣
alexosen
Nov 28, 20241 min read
Grand Re-Opening Celebration Details
Here is a short list of why you should absolutely attend Sweeney's Grand Re-Opening this Saturday, October 19th, 10am-5pm
alexosen
Oct 18, 20244 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
Grand Re-Opening Celebration, Stripers, and Sergio's Gift
Please RSVP to attend and enter the raffle. The first 50 RSVPs will receive a Free Large Sweeneys sticker.
alexosen
Sep 26, 20246 min read
Waterfowl Gear and Berryessa Fishing Experiment
In this edition, we'll be covering: What's new in the shop. Lake Berryessa Trolling Experiment. The next Striper Fishing Workshop is...
alexosen
Sep 19, 20244 min read
Napa River Adventure and Archery Accessory Bin Sale (What?)
The crisp morning air hung heavy with the promise of adventure as Jeff and I launched my boat at Cuttings Wharf. The Napa River shimmered, r
alexosen
May 23, 20243 min read
Sweeney's Spring Outdoor Festival - April 27th, Napa CA
🎇🐟 Spring's here! Don't miss our epic Spring Outdoor Festival, score deals, swap gear, enjoy free classes, and win prizes! Food, fun,...
nancybalois1
Apr 25, 20242 min read
You are Invited to Sweeney's Spring Outdoor Festival - April 27th, Napa CA
The spring is here, and to celebrate, we're throwing a one-day extravaganza you won't want to miss! Our Spring Outdoor Festival is packed wi
alexosen
Apr 18, 20245 min read
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