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Tom Mailey

Tom Mailey

Get The Net Fishing Guide Service

Tom Mailey is a Northern California fishing guide with deep Puget Sound roots and more than 30 years of chasing salmon and trout on local waters. He launched Get The Net in 2020 while still working as the "Tom" on the Pat, Tom and Cody Show for 32 years, but he retired from radio in May 2025 to guide full-time on lakes like Folsom, Collins, Amador, and others across NorCal. Fully licensed, bonded, insured, and holding a USCG OUPV certification, he specializes in trout and landlocked salmon trips that suit beginners and experienced anglers alike. Expect hands-on instruction, access to the best spots, and plenty of stories from a lifetime on the water.

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UPCOMING TRIPS BEING SCHEDULED

It isn’t final yet but it looks like we’ll have some sort of salmon season this fall on the Sacramento River. If that is the case, I will be booking trips for individuals and small groups of no more than 3 adults or 4 people if kids are part of the mix. It will be personalized fishing and a chance to not just catch, but learn. I’ll update when I know more. Keep your fingers crossed!

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Rainbow trout are the main draw on Folsom Lake right now with spring pushing surface temps to 54 degrees, the reservoir level climbing, and choppy water making it fun to troll the main body and arms near the dam east of Sacramento. The foothills give the whole place that laid back vibe with rolling ...

11 Mar 2026
Those Weird but Solid Days Chasing Trout at Folsom Lake
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Folsom Lake Action Heating Up

We caught up with Tom Mailey from Get The Net Fishing. He's been guiding clients out on Folsom Lake, and January and February are some of the best mon...

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