top of page

Search


Best Striper Rod & Reel Combos for Bank Fishing – Penn Fierce IV Review
If you're chasing striped bass this spring from the banks of the Napa River, San Francisco Bay, or the Sacramento River—and don’t want to spend more than $150
alexosen
May 14 min read
Â
Â
Â


Sweeney’s Spring Festival: Food, Prizes, Fishing Classes — Don’t Miss It!
The countdown is on! 🌸 Join us for the Spring Festival at Sweeney’s Sports on Saturday, May 3rd — here’s why you don’t want to miss it:
alexosen
Apr 252 min read
Â
Â
Â


Striper and Halibut Action Heats Up—While Tariffs Threaten the Tackle Industry
Running a small retail business like mine takes everything you’ve got. Over the years, I’ve focused on creating strong relationships with our community, curating gear that fits real fishing needsof grit.
alexosen
Apr 174 min read
Â
Â
Â


Tracking Giants: A Sturgeon Adventure on the Napa River
If you’ve ever gone after sturgeon, you know it’s not a game of chance. It's strategy meets patience, with a touch of grit.
alexosen
Apr 102 min read
Â
Â
Â


Napa River Fishing Report: Prime Conditions for Striped Bass & Sturgeon
Striped Bass Action from the Shore: Shore anglers are enjoying a strong bite right now. The top-producing baits include anchovies, pile w
alexosen
Mar 272 min read
Â
Â
Â


Trolling for Striped Bass on the Napa River: A Complete Guide
If you're looking to target Striped Bass on the Napa River, trolling is one of the most effective methods to cover water and find fish.
alexosen
Mar 203 min read
Â
Â
Â


Bank Fishing for Striped Bass for Beginners
Having the right equipment improves your chances of success when targeting striped bass from shore.
alexosen
Mar 132 min read
Â
Â
Â


Chasing Trout in California’s Alpine Lakes: A Winter Adventure
My brother Paul and I just returned from our Cherry Lake fishing adventure with a couple of trophy-sized trout and unforgettable memories.
alexosen
Feb 63 min read
Â
Â
Â


A Night to Remember
Last week's Striper Meetup was a fantastic success! The positive feedback from attendees has been overwhelming,
alexosen
Jan 302 min read
Â
Â
Â


Win a Free Berryessa Fishing Adventure
Ready for the ultimate fishing and culinary adventure? Here’s your chance for you + your guest to join Alex on a one-of-a-kind experience ab
alexosen
Jan 232 min read
Â
Â
Â


Join Our First Striped Bass Meetup!
Calling all anglers! If you love fishing for striped bass or have always wanted to learn more about this exciting sport, we’ve got something
alexosen
Jan 34 min read
Â
Â
Â


Fishing Gifts They’ll Love: Bank Angler Gift Guide
Bank fishing is a relaxing, rewarding way to connect with nature and catch a variety of fish species. If you’re shopping
alexosen
Dec 18, 20244 min read
Â
Â
Â


New Quarantine Protocols for Lake Berryessa
Alex from Sweeney's Sports and Catch Happy here with an important update about the golden mussel invasion impacting our local waterways.
alexosen
Dec 6, 20242 min read
Â
Â
Â


Hooked on Napa: Catching Stripers and Making Memories
If you’re looking for action-packed fishing, the Napa River stripers are here to deliver!
alexosen
Nov 7, 20243 min read
Â
Â
Â


🎃 Tight Lines & Spooky Vibes! Our New Online Store is Live with 35,000+ Fishing Essentials! 🎣
Trick or Treat? We’ve got all the treats for anglers at our new online store, now live with over 35,000 fishing essentials in stock and read
alexosen
Oct 31, 20241 min read
Â
Â
Â


Escape the Crowds: Experience Tranquil Fall & Winter Fishing at Lake Berryessa
We fished the lake yesterday and had a serene experience. For the first time since the spring, we had the lake virtually to ourselves.
alexosen
Oct 25, 20245 min read
Â
Â
Â


Where to Fish for Striped Bass on Napa River
The Napa River, winding its way through the valley, offers a serene escape into nature, where anglers can experience the region's natural be
alexosen
Oct 10, 20243 min read
Â
Â
Â


Free Food, Drinks, and Fishing Classes on October 19th
How do free food, drinks, fishing classes, and discounted gear sound? What about meeting with and hanging out with other like-minded angers
alexosen
Sep 26, 20242 min read
Â
Â
Â


Lake Berryessa Fishing Experiment - Leadcore Line, Planer Boards and New Minn Kota
Yesterday, Shane and I took Catch Happy HQ on Lake Berryessa, armed with a brand-new Minn Kota Terrova trolling motor and a boatload of gear
alexosen
Sep 19, 20243 min read
Â
Â
Â


Kokanee Salmon Fishing in the Fall
While the sport may seem complex with its specialized equipment and techniques, the core principles are relatively straightforward.
alexosen
Sep 12, 20243 min read
Â
Â
Â
bottom of page
