Author Archives: Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Ahrex Flexistripper Stripping Basket Review

The more time I spent fishing the surf, the more I came to realize that purchasing a stripping basket would make line management much easier. The Ahrex Flexistripper is a lightweight, compact take on the classic, more robust stripping basket. … Continue reading →

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Diamond Lake Fly Fishing Competition

US Fly Fishing Team mini-comp at Diamond Lake Oregon Saturday, October 21st mini comp and a Sunday October 22nd mini comp. Information posted on www.flycomps.com web page under the “Events” tab. Although anglers earn points for this competition toward their ranking, we … Continue reading →

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Early October Fishing Report

With colder temperatures at night come our favorite fall hatches: October Caddis, Blue Winged Olives/Baetis, Shortwing/Nocturnal Stone, Assorted Caddis, Grey Drakes and Mahogany Duns. The cooler weather has fish waking up from their heat induced summer sluggishness. Fish are looking … Continue reading →

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Lucent Body Sedge Fly Tying Video Instructional

In this video, Simon demonstrates how to tie a simple, but effective Caddis fly imitation. We really like the ease of Veevus Lucent Body in creating a quick durable body. The flash on the underside of the body makes it … Continue reading →

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Oregon Surf Perch On The Fly

An underutilized fly angling fishery exists right under all of our noses, in places most of us have already recreated. The Oregon coast has hundreds of miles of shoreline, which provide habitat for several species of surf perch. The most … Continue reading →

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September Native Fish Society McKenzie Chapter Meeting

Our special storytelling September McKenzie Chapter Meeting is coming up next Wednesday, September 27th at 5:30pm in Eugene, OR – and you’re invited to join!  What: Special Storytelling September McKenzie Chapter Meeting Where: Ninkasi’s Better Living Room, 155 Blair Blvd, Eugene, OR 97402 … Continue reading →

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Dexter Fish Facility Upgrade will Limit Access at Dexter Dam

The boat launch at Dexter Dam may close due to the Fish Facility Upgrade at Dexter. Anglers/Boaters should contact Ross Foster at the Army Corps of Engineers. Let them know if you would like to have continued access to the … Continue reading →

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Patagonia Forra Wading Boot Review

Patagonia’s new Forra Wading Boot offers a lightweight, aggressive looking, and competitive wading boot in terms of its construction. Made by Fitwells in Italy, they feature a sticky Vibram sole which is great for hiking and wading. Both boots weigh … Continue reading →

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15th Annual Two Fly Tournament this Oct 6,7 2023

One Boat is available for our annual tournament. Sign up here: TWO FLY Since 2008, the Two Fly Tournament has raised more than $160,000 to benefit clean water, abundant fish and wildlife habitats and thriving communities for Western Oregon. A … Continue reading →

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Ask ODFW to hold Winchester Dam Owners Accountable

Since Aug. 7th, there’s been one ecological disaster after another as the Winchester Water Control District (WWCD) made repairs to the dilapidated Winchester Dam to the minimum extent necessary to address public safety issues. Sadly, their cheap-as-possible approach came with … Continue reading →

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Driftless Cricket Fly Tying Video Instructional

In this video, Simon Stephen demonstrates how to tie a fantastic hi-vis cricket pattern. Tested this summer on the spring creeks of the Midwest’s Driftless area, it was his most productive fly he brought along. Locally, this fly has brought … Continue reading →

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Deer Hair PMD Cripple Fly Tying Video Instructional

In this video Simon demonstrates how to tie a Pale Morning Dun “cripple” fly pattern. This pattern imitates the PMD as it emerges, attempting to break the water’s surface meniscus. This half in half out or struggling mayfly is like … Continue reading →

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Rusty Spinner Fly Tying Video Instructional

In this video, Simon ties a “Rusty Spinner” dry fly. This fly pattern is an indispensable pattern in a summer angler’s box. It effectively mimics the spent Spinner stage of Pale Morning/Evening Duns in the West, and Sulphurs in the … Continue reading →

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Late August Fishing Report

Despite warmer weather and smokey conditions, trout fishing remains good. Recent wildfires to our East have left the valley filled to the brim with smoke and haze. The haze and smoke mimics cloud cover, and has contributed to good dry … Continue reading →

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August Native Fish Society McKenzie Chapter Meeting Reminder

Our next McKenzie Chapter Meeting is coming up on Wednesday, August 30th at 5:30pm at the Ninkasi Better Living Room in Eugene, OR and you’re invited to join!  What: August McKenzie Chapter Meeting–a fish-themed trivia night Where: Ninkasi’s Better Living Room, 155 … Continue reading →

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