Author Archives: Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Lodge Ownership Chapter One

Posted on November 25, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

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

Posted on November 22, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

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

Posted on November 21, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

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?

Posted on November 20, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

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

Posted on November 19, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

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

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

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

Posted on November 14, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

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

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

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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CDC Rusty Spinner Fly Tying Video

Posted on November 12, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

CDC wings can be a pain to work with. In this video Tony demonstrates how to use mylar to divide CDC, forming spinner wings. This spinner pattern has a very slender profile with a biot body and thin tails. It … Continue reading →

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Dear Chris: Note from the coast on Nov 11, 2013

Posted on November 11, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Dear Chris: sorry I have not been answering any of your emails of late. Been fishing. Dawn to dark, day after day. Moving around a lot north to south. Best salmon season ever. Not talking numbers or size, but diversity … Continue reading →

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Foam Beetle Fly Tying Video

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

The Foam Beetle is a great fly pattern for searching the banks of any river. It’s high vis foam “hot spot” will allow you to see the very low floating beetle imitation as it drifts along enticing any fish nearby … Continue reading →

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Pale Morning Dun Sparkle Dun Fly Tying Video

Posted on November 7, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

The Sparkle Dun is one of the best all around Mayfly imitations. Tony demonstrates how to tie a biot body Pale Morning dun PMD. Try a Blue Winged Olive, Mahogany Dun and March Brown version as well. PMD Sparkle Dun … Continue reading →

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Fly fishing links around the Web

Posted on November 6, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Anadromy: Everybody loves fly tying videos — but fly tying comic strips? Incredible! I really like what these folks are doing at Anadromy, on the banks of the Hoh River, tying bugs and guiding. Here’s a step-by-step of an intruder. … Continue reading →

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Loop Wing Parachute Adams Fly Tying Video

Posted on November 1, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

The Loop Wing Parachute style fly demonstrated below is a versatile pattern. Try changing the loop wing parachutes body color to a pale yellow for a Pale Morning Dun and rusty brown for a Mahogany Dun in size 16. For … Continue reading →

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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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