Collins Lake in the Northern California foothills has that easy reservoir feel with rolling hills all around and open water that lets you actually stretch out and fish. The place stays full this time of year, clarity is solid, and it just feels like the kind of spot where you can kick back, drop lines, and forget about everything else for a few hours.

Tom Mailey of Get The Net Fishing Guide Service had a great morning out there recently with his buddy Chuck Holman on Wes R Ward’s boat. It was one of those days where everything just clicked.

“Hell of a good morning on Collins Lake with my buddy Chuck Holman on Wes R Ward ‘s boat. Went 10/10 with 3 kept and we actually released that big one so go find it! ... We’re approaching the best time of year to fish Collins!” — Tom Mailey

If you’re itching to get on the water for some rainbows, Tom has a few trips open right now and he’s the guy who knows exactly how to put one together. Give him a call, it’s worth locking something in before the spring crowds show up.