Monthly Archives: June 2023

Lucent Chironomid Fly Tying Video Instructional

Posted on June 28, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video Simon demonstrates how to tie a super productive Chironomid imitation. This fly it relatively simple to tie, super durable and highly effective. Lucent Chironomid Hook- Alec Jackson Chironomid: Size 9 Bead- Spirit River Pearl White Hot Bead: … Continue reading →

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Mid June Fishing Report

Posted on June 22, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

With the majority of the runoff in our rear-view mirror, our local rivers and tributaries are shaping up nicely for summer conditions. Flows have stabilized creating great conditions for floating and wading. Both the Mckenzie and Willamette are currently seeing … Continue reading →

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OREGONIANS: SPEAK UP FOR COASTAL CHINOOK

Posted on June 19, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Given the recent declines in Oregon Coast fall Chinook salmon populations, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is considering a more conservation-oriented approach to wild fall Chinook harvest in 2023 and has asked for public comment. This presents a crucial … Continue reading →

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Beadhead McKenzie Green Caddis Soft Hackle Fly Tying Video

Posted on June 16, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video Simon demonstrates how to tie a Beadhead Green McKenzie Caddis Soft Hackle. This is a big water version of an excellent all around caddis pupae pattern. Fish it subsurface dead drift or on the swing. This pattern … Continue reading →

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“Throwback” Fly Fishing Video – Fly Fishing Magic

Posted on June 14, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

John Fabian lived in Eugene and fished or hunted locally most days of the week for over 40 years. John was an incredibly giving man, and loved to introduce anglers to fly fishing. Many folks in our community will remember … Continue reading →

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CDC Hot Tag Jigged Nymph Fly Tying Video

Posted on June 12, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video Simon demonstrates how to to a simple and effective jigged style nymph. The green/olive color scheme he uses in this video is perfect for spring fishing but this pattern can be adapted by using other colors of … Continue reading →

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Hidden Bead McKenzie Green Caddis Wet Fly Tying Video

Posted on June 9, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Simon demonstrates how to tie a Green McKenzie Wet Fly pattern aimed at imitating the unique caddis that hatches in much of the McKenzie and Middle Fork of the Willamette Rivers from late April until late June. This pattern can … Continue reading →

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Phase 2 of Finn Rock Reach Restoration Underway

Posted on June 7, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Volunteers visited Finn Rock Reach in hopes of rescuing some natives and dispatching some “invasives” this week. The project is well underway and is going to provide tons more habitat for salmonids on the middle McKenzie River. We caught largemouth … Continue reading →

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South Island Dreaming – Early Season Trout Fishing in NZ

Posted on June 3, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

If fly fishing in NZ is on your bucket list or if you want to avoid some of the high season consider fishing the early season. We work with veteran guides and outfitters who know the early season game inside … Continue reading →

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