Author Archives: Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

New John Gierach Book “All Fishermen are Liars” Signed Copies Available Starting April 21st

Posted on April 14, 2014 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

We have reserved at least 50 autographed copies of All Fishermen Are Liars. These hardbound copies are perfect to add to your angling library and make a fantastic gift for any angler. Click the following link to order your copy … Continue reading →

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Lower McKenzie Dropping, Warming and Fishing Well

Posted on April 11, 2014 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

The lower McKenzie River is fishing really well. Dropping water levels and rising water temperatures are a good combo. Grannom caddis and March Browns are the important surface oriented insects. Peacock Caddis in sizes 16 and 18 and March Brown … Continue reading →

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Saltwater & Puget Sound Shimmer Fringe Pink Clouser Fly Tying Video for Coho and Cutthroat

Posted on April 10, 2014 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Surprisingly, this little fly fishes well in the open ocean and in estuarine habitats like Puget Sound and the Frasier River in BC. The fly is small but predatory fish from sea run cutthroat to Black Rockfish know how to … Continue reading →

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Coastal Hatchery Steelhead still running

Posted on April 9, 2014 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Yep. This is a great time of year to fish. The McKenzie is coming on strong with nymphs and dries, Spring Chinook are in the Lower Willamette just begging to be shown a fly to eat, there are many lakes … Continue reading →

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Flies you Need in your Fly Box for Spring Fishing on the Mckenzie and Willamette

Posted on April 8, 2014 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Here is a list of “go to” standard fly patterns for your local fishing over the next couple of weeks. Sizes may vary slightly and of course there are many other effective flies. These are your “don’t leave home without … Continue reading →

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Spring Guide Special Continues through April

Posted on April 7, 2014 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

We are extending our spring special trout trips through April. Fishing lately has been very good, with consistent nymphing throughout the day and intermittent dry fly activity. The recent moderate amounts of precipitation have kept the river at an optimal … Continue reading →

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Shop Sales Continue though April

Posted on April 5, 2014 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

It’s time to move our inventory from Winter to Spring. We have put most of our Winter apparel on sale. Check out the great deals on Howler Brothers, Patagonia, Korkers and much more on these pages. Patagonia Howler Korkers Casual … Continue reading →

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Sponsor a protester at NFS’s Annual Banquet

Posted on April 4, 2014 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Via the Native Fish Society: With Sandy river hatchery plants cut by half, stray rates below 10%, wild broodstock programs suspended and a precedent setting federal court ruling, the Three Rivers Sportman’s Alliance (a pro-hatchery “political action committee”) is planning … Continue reading →

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Free Spey Rod/Line Demo Day, April 27th

Posted on April 3, 2014 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

The Caddis Fly Shop, Scott, Sage, Rio, Echo and Airflo have teamed up to give you the opportunity to cast a rod/line combo of your choosing. Already have a rod, but don’t know which Scandi head to match it with? … Continue reading →

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New Fly Fishing Gear Notes From Cedar Lodge

Posted on April 2, 2014 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

The past five months or so I have been able to put some gear through it’s paces, walking up many of New Zealand’s South Island rivers 5 or 6 days a week. Most of the gear is new to the … Continue reading →

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Heading back to Spring from Cedar Lodge

Posted on March 31, 2014 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

It’s been a great first season as owners of Cedar Lodge. We have had the pleasure of meeting so many fantastic new and returning guests. It’s been truly inspiring to fish with 76,78,80 and even 88 year old anglers hiking … Continue reading →

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March Madness Sale Item of the Day: Umpqua Ledges 500 Waist Pack

Posted on March 29, 2014 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Ideal for fresh and saltwater angling, the Umpqua Ledges 500 Waist Pack has enough room for fly boxes, tools, floatants, water bottles and much more. Large easy pull zippers make opening and closing quick and smooth. What makes the Ledges … Continue reading →

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TU Activities ramping up in Oregon

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

From TU 678: Trout Unlimited, McKenzie-Upper Willamette #678 is re-starting chapter activities! There will be a meeting on April 10th, at 7:00 pm in the Vista Conference Room at Symantec, 555 International Way, Springfield, OR 97477. Please use the East … Continue reading →

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Spring Break Trout Fishing in Coast Lakes

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Yep. Mentioned this last week and sure enough, the hatchery rainbow appeared in the Town Lake and Lake Hebo, close to my coastal range haunts last week. My son Jackson and I spent several afternoons in sun sharing water time, … Continue reading →

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WaterWatch: Oppose S. 1630, the “Water Rights Protection Act”

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Via our buddies at WaterWatch of Oregon: Please contact Oregon’s U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley today and ask them to oppose S. 1630, the “Water Rights Protection Act.” A companion bill, H.R. 3189, has already passed the House … Continue reading →

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