Monthly Archives: July 2008

Fly fishing for tarpon in the Florida Keys

As many of you already know I am sick, sick with a disease that can only be cured with a 12 wt. rod and a couple dozen 60lb shock leadered toad flies. This affliction takes me to some of the … Continue reading

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Oregon Fly Fishing Blog winds up on KATU, Lou casts w/ the Oregon Duck

Last week we published an article on KATU about fly fishing on the Lower McKenzie River. From the article: As summer continues, early and late parts of the day become the best options for fishing the lower river. Anglers should … Continue reading

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Lower Deschutes Caddis Hatch brings the big fish to the eddies.

My favorite time of year on the Deschutes is upon us. All day blizzard caddis hatches can create a scum of insects on the water that will make you want to clean your waders. Streamside vegetation can hold so many … Continue reading

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Mckenzie and Willamette drainages lower, offer best access so far this year

Both the Mckenzie and the Willamette Rivers, and tributaries dropped huge amounts this past week. If you are used to walking in on the Middle Fork or the Mckenzie access is as good as it has been all year. In addition Salt Creek, … Continue reading

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Carmen-Smith EWEB relicensing update

As many of you know, EWEB’s Carmen-Smith Hydroelectric Project on the Upper McKenzie River is up for relicensing. EWEB is in the process of submitting a new long-term license application to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for approval. The … Continue reading

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Trout Unlimited Oregon Council outlines conservation priorities for 2009

Last week we attended the Oregon Trout Unlimited State Council meeting at Belknap Hot Springs. Council Chair Tom Wolf was on hand to discuss the organization’s conservation and legislative priorities for the upcoming year. The video below outlines that agenda: … Continue reading

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