Bear of the Riverbend – Sunrise Catch

The best fishermen know—it’s not just about the fish. It’s about that first light over the water, the sound of the river pushing downstream, and the feeling that maybe, just maybe, you’ve got this whole wild world to yourself. But every now and then, you might find you’re not alone. Sometimes, the best angler on the river walks on four legs… and wears a fishing vest.

This design captures that perfect morning—a bear standing chest-deep in the cool river, holding a rainbow trout fresh from the fight. Sunlight peeks over the ridges, painting the water gold while the redwoods guard the banks. It’s a scene familiar to anyone who’s ever cast a line in the rivers of Northern California.

The Rivers That Feed the Forest

The Smith River is legendary—one of the last wild, undammed rivers in California, with steelhead and salmon runs that have drawn anglers for generations.

Bears are part of this ecosystem, masters of the water long before we ever tied a fly. They fish not for sport, but for survival—working with the river, not against it.

The Yurok and Tolowa tribes fished these same waters for centuries, seeing salmon as more than food—it was life, tradition, and balance.

This design is more than a bear with a fish. It’s a salute to the rivers, the forests, and the harmony between them.

A Shirt That Stands Up to the Current

Heavy-duty, yet soft—this shirt is built for mornings on the water, evenings by the fire, and every adventure in between.

The artwork? Flawless. Every shimmer on that trout, every ripple in the current, and every strand of fur is printed with detail so crisp, you’ll swear you feel the splash.

Redwood Reef – Where Rivers Meet the Wild

At Redwood Reef, we don’t just design shirts—we capture the spirit of the rivers, forests, and coastlines that shaped us. Our designs blend real places, local wildlife, and a touch of imagination, creating gear that’s built to last—because the best adventures deserve to be worn.

Why You Need This One

The Bear of the Riverbend tee is for those who know the best stories start where the road ends and the river begins. It’s for the anglers, the wanderers, and those who respect that out here, the bear gets the first cast.

Because the river doesn’t belong to us—we just visit.

Live the Adventure, Wear The Legend! REDWOOD REEF by Siare Keating