I Went Fishing With a Vegas Expert. This Is How It Went.

For eight years, Sam has learned every inch of Willow Beach and the Colorado River.
But instead of keeping his knowledge to himself… he invites strangers onto his boat and takes them fishing.

So I spent the day with him to see what eight years on this river has actually taught him.

We talk fishing strategies, local tips, where he chooses to fish, and how he consistently catches striped bass on one of the toughest fisheries in Southern Nevada. From trout-stocked marina spots to quiet water miles downriver, Sam shares the mindset that helps him avoid getting skunked — and why he believes fishing is better when it’s shared.

If you fish Las Vegas, Lake Mead, or Willow Beach, this video is packed with real local knowledge.

Hop in. Let’s go fishing.