Sad news for Tahoe locals, Truckee residents in particular. Renowned flyfishing guide Frank Pisciotta passed away this month after a brief illness. Frank was one of the elite guides in the Sierra, often called "The Dean of Sierra Guides", a well-deserved moniker.
Frank was a City boy: born and raised in San Francisco's North Beach, where his family owned a custom upholstery business near Washington Square. Frank attended Sacred Heart High School where he was active in club sports. He was a good student and after graduating, he attended the University of San Francisco, a top Lone Mountain hill near Masonic Blvd. After 4 years of study, he graduated with a B.A. in economics. During his time at USF, he was a member of Army R.O.T.C. He was commissioned a 2nd Lt. after receiving his degree. Shortly afterward, he was sent to Army O.C.S. for already commissioned reserve officers. His first assignment was with the 9th Infantry Division HQ in Vietnam, where he spent the next 12 months working on the division staff in intelligence.
Frank started guiding in the 70's, and named his business "Thy Rod and Staff". This comes from the Book of Psalms-who knew? As time went on and his reputation spread far and wide, he started writing articles for various magazines tailored to sport fishermen/and women. He was a dedicated proponent of sustainable fishing methods and practices, especially around the Tahoe basin. His favorite waters: the Truckee River with all its challenges. It was also the seen of many seminars, dedicated to basic techniques of flyfishing, and advanced methods for veterans who needed local information about Tahoe.
He attended many sportsmen shows during the off-season, giving lectures to attendees who wanted expert advice of their favorite flies.
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