Monthly Archives: October 2013

Confluence Films Waypoints: Wolrd Premiere in Portland Nov 8

Posted on October 31, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

From Freshwater Trust: On Friday, November 8, 2013 at the Hollywood Theatre in NE Portland The Freshwater Trust will take part in a synchronized, nationwide “world premiere night” of Waypoints. The complimentary event begins at 7:00pm with a suggested donation … Continue reading →

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Royal Wulff Fly Tying Video

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Tony demonstrates how to tie the tried and true Royal Wulff. The classic hair wing pattern floats great and catches fish world wide. Tony gives you some key techniques to make this pattern easier to tie. Royal Wulff Thread: Black … Continue reading →

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Deschutes Fall 2013 Report

Posted on October 29, 2013 by Lou Verdugo

The Technical Men’s Conference (old dawgs who have fished together for decades)was held this month. Sadly, our attendance for this year’s conference was the lowest in recent memory. Ken and I were the only attendees. Clear skies and very “crisp … Continue reading →

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“Switch rod ‘newby’ in NZ” Redington Dually Goes South to New Zealand

Posted on October 28, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Thanks to John Taunton-Clark for the excellent gear review of his new Dually Switch Rod below. A recent long spell away from fishing had me obtaining my ‘fix’ through the internet fishing sites. I saw lots on two-handed rods and … Continue reading →

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Captain Nate’s Bachelor Party: Full moon Texas tarpon

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

We drove sixty miles of bumpy shoreline – swerving between the encroaching surf and the fluffy loose sand, rumbling over the wrack: seaweed, stray shoes, broken plastic. The full moon rose over the Gulf. We drove three hours, land crabs … Continue reading →

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New book by Jim Lichatowich: Salmon, People and Place

Posted on October 24, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Via the Albany Tribune: OSU Press Publishes Book On Salmon By Acclaimed Biologist For more than 40 years, Jim Lichatowich worked with Pacific salmon as a researcher, resource manager and scientific adviser, and he has seen first-hand the decline of … Continue reading →

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Upper Deschutes Fish Stranding

Posted on October 23, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

From the Native Fish Society: This past week there was a substantial dewatering on the Upper Deschutes, which in turn led to a large fish kill as flows dropped from 1,200cfs to 32cfs in 30 days. Native Fish Society would … Continue reading →

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Crooked River Video Report

Posted on October 22, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Rick and Sam share a recent trip to Oregon’s Crooked River. Thanks a bunch guys!

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Chinook Salmon Tackle Selection – October 2013

Posted on October 21, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

The 2013 Fall chinook salmon season on the Oregon coast is shaping up to be one of the best we have seen in at least a decade.  No bull.  More early fish, and the prospect of a steady push of fresh salmon … Continue reading →

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Euro Jig Nymph Brown Fly Tying Video

Posted on October 19, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In the video below we demonstrate how to tie another highly effective trout nymph in a “jig format”. The Euro Jig in Brown can be fished by itself or in tandem with another dry fly or nymph depending upon your … Continue reading →

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Great Fall Fishing Continues on the Willamette River

Posted on October 18, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

We have a great week of weather ahead, and it’s a beautiful time to enjoy some of the excellent fishing on our local waters. Our local guide trip special is still on ( $325 for a 3/4 day float trip … Continue reading →

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Mongolia Taimen Fishing Report, Fall 2013

Posted on October 16, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Another season in the wilds of Outer Mongolia has come to a close. Every year is a unique adventure, leaving one with indelible memories and new friendships. Case in point: the 2013 Fall season was marked by volatility, star power, … Continue reading →

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Euro Jig Nymph Brown and Yellow Fly Tying Video

Posted on October 15, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Tony demonstrates one of our most effective nymphs of late on the McKenzie and Willamette rivers. The Brown and Yellow Euro Jig is a slender “quick descending” nymph that catches trout really well. The C400BL hook is incredibly sharp and … Continue reading →

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Fall Fishing on the McKenzie Still Great

Posted on October 14, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Despite cooler mornings and what seems to be an early Fall, fishing throughout the McKenzie River remains solid. Fish have moved into slower runs and edges, but are still very willing to take the well presented fly. Dead drifting nymphs … Continue reading →

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New Zealand Travel Special

Posted on October 12, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog
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