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Native Fish Society Action Alert: Washington Steelhead

From the Native Fish Society: The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is seeking public comment on a proposal to eliminate hatchery steelhead plants as early as next year in three Lower Columbia River tributaries (EF Lewis, Green/NF Toutle … Continue reading

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Fly Fishing the Inland Oceans: Jerry Darkes sparks my interest

With the crew in last week for Capt. Nate’s Wedding extravaganza, we had the opportunity to spend some time with my old fishing buds from the Northwest and do a little recreating on the Ohio watersheds, looking for Lake Erie … Continue reading

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Tibor McKenzie River Custom Key Chain – a perfect Christmas Gift

Tibor crafts absolutely fantastic fly reels, but did you know that they make other nifty gear of the highest quality that would make for a great gift too? Christmas, birthday, retirement or just another day driving to the river or … Continue reading

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South Island Work and Fish Trip

I have just returned from traveling to Cedar Lodge, Chris and Shauna’s new home and business on the South Island of New Zealand. I was greeted by beautiful weather, warm accommodations and large trout right out front of the lodge. … Continue reading

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Middle Fork of the Willamette Thanksgiving Report

Floated the middle fork below Dexter with my buddy Sean, his dad, and uncle, who were in town for the holiday. Swinging a black Silvenator on a type 6 sink tip landed these two fish. We also caught several nice … Continue reading

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Happy Thanksgiving from New Zealand

With four Aussie’s and two Brit’s in the lodge at the moment we will be serving fish for dinner. Most likely there will be no discussion of Thanksgiving. Not a worry though as the BBQ has been out the past … Continue reading

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Keep the 10 mph speed limit on Applegate Lake

From blog reader Jim Barfield in Grants Pass: An article a couple of days ago in the Medford Mail Tribune by Mark Freeman, their outdoor reporter, states that a group of water-skiers have petitioned the State Marine Board to raise … Continue reading

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Lodge Ownership Chapter One

Cedar Lodge is a well-established New Zealand fly fishing lodge. When my wife and I purchased it in May of this year we were very confident in it’s fishing program and facilities. We knew of Cedar’s unique location, helicopter and … Continue reading

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Cedar Lodge Adventure Update

This past May we purchased Cedar Lodge. On October 31st I packed my gear and headed south for the Winter. Cedar Lodge is on the South Island of New Zealand and we offer all inclusive heli fly out fishing to … Continue reading

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Foam Body Elk Hair Caddis Fly Tying Video

Tony shows how to tie a quick and high floating Elk Hair Caddis. This simply fly can be tied in numerous colors and fishes throughout the season. Here are a few suggestions for our local waters. Jan-March Black Foam Body … Continue reading

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Weekend Chinook Plans?

In case you are wondering, yes bulk of the fall chinook run has yet to enter the Elk, Sixes and Chetco rivers so prospects are good if you are one of the crazies who pursue these magnificent fish. A commercial … Continue reading

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Purple Stimulator Fly Tying Video

Purple has become one of the most successful trout colors in the west of late. Starting with the Purple Haze in the Rockies and the Purple Rooster locally we have had great luck with purple bodied flies. Maybe the steelhead … Continue reading

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Deschutes River in the News: NY Times, Fish Kills

Dave Moskowitz was in the NY Times last week. “Steelheading has definitely led me to give up on some relationships with women,” he said. “I know myself well, and I’m up front with people about what I like to do.” … Continue reading

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Loop Wing Yellow Sally Fly Tying Video

Little Yellow Stone flies are a staple meal for western trout throughout the summer months. While a small yellow Stimulator is a great pattern for boisterous water, we like a more “flat lying” pattern for flats and tail-outs. Tony demonstrates … Continue reading

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Great Lakes steelhead season is here

From our bud, Captain Nate… Giant migratory trout are currently flooding the rivers surrounding the Great Lakes. Hurricane Sandy had some adverse effects on last year’s fall run, but this year Cleveland area anglers are already having success. Swinging traditional … Continue reading

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