Author Archives: Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Ray Troll Coming to Eugene

Posted on September 18, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

We were asked to spread the word about this imminent visit from our famous Alaskan Brother-in-Fins, and the Honorary High Priest of Fish Worship, Ray Troll. Ray will be at the U of O Museum of Natural and Cultural History … Continue reading →

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The sleeper bite: How to bucktail for salmon

Posted on September 17, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

A couple weeks back, I was fishing the Strait of Juan de Fuca for silver salmon, using both fly rods and gear. the writeup below is somewhat humorous, but mostly accurate. Hey steelheaders… Let’s face it — keeping up the … Continue reading →

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Airbrushing Flies and Freckled Marabou Steelhead Tube Fly Tying Videos

Posted on September 16, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Tony demonstrates how to use the new Copic Airbrushing Kit, Copic Markers, and Pattern Coloring Sheets on a natural feather. We have also used the Copic kit on synthetics and the Copic Markers are fantastic for adding contrast and coloration … Continue reading →

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McKenzie and Willamette Rivers Fishing Well

Posted on September 14, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Mid-day angling has been best of late. Fall light conditions are perfect throughout the day and peek activity seems to have shifted from evening to mid day. Clouds and sunshine have been present in the last week and the coming … Continue reading →

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Corvallis TU Chapter “The Bluebacks” Fundraiser

Posted on September 11, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

This Friday September 13th “Pints For A Cause” will be held at Downward Dog and Cloud and Kelly’s in Corvallis at 126 SW 1st street. Pints for a Cause will feature Ninkasi’s special Bluebacks Pale Ale Brew. 25% of sales … Continue reading →

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Redington Dually Spey and Rio Switch Chucker Demonstration Video

Posted on September 10, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

We finish our series of demos with George Cook with an “un-conventional” pairing of the new Rio Switch Chucker on the Redington Dually Spey. The Switch Chucker loaded the Spey rod easily and cast a sink tip perfectly.

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Cascade Lakes Report: Hosmer, Big Lava, East Lake

Posted on September 9, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

The fall brings to the forefront how great the Oregon fishery becomes. Fall brings many options for fly anglers; salt water, rivers, small streams and lakes. Last week, I headed out with one of the Technical Men (old dawgs who … Continue reading →

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Oregon Saltwater Fly Fishing Report: 6 September 2013

Posted on September 7, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Yeah, here are my buddies heading out for the afternoon with me beached.  Oh well, that’s how it goes, sometimes.  While I attended to shore-bound activities, they roamed the nearshore ocean, casting RIO Striper Intermediate and 26 ft sink tip … Continue reading →

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WaterWatch of Oregon event on the Willamette

Posted on September 6, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

If there’s one conservation group all of us can get behind, it’s WaterWatch of Oregon. These are the folks arguing to protect your rivers. Next week is your chance to meet with the people who are making it happen, just … Continue reading →

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Simple Tube Leech Fly Tying Video

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Jay Nicholas ties a very simple, but highly adaptable tube leech using rabbit, flash, marabou and senyo’s laser dub. The pattern can be adapted to catch many species and be tied in numerous colors. In black, blue, pink, purple, and … Continue reading →

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Fly Fishing for Oregon Albacore with Jad Donaldson, Tim Rajeff and Randy Stetzer

Posted on September 4, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Tim Rajeff and Randy Stetzer of Rajeff Sports joined our Caddis Fly Shop team chartering with Capt. Jad Donaldson (www.fishoregontuna.com) to head west out of Garbaldi on August 19, 2013, hunting Albacore on the cast fly.  I have known Tim … Continue reading →

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Sage Method Spey and Rio Gripshooter Demo Video

Posted on September 3, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

George Cook discusses the new Sage Method Spey Rods, Rio Shooting Lines and Spey Heads on the McKenzie River near Eugene. In this video he uses the 12′ 6″ 8wt Sage Method Spey. The 8wt Method Spey is a fantastic … Continue reading →

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McKenzie and Willamette Rivers Fishing Well Fall of 2013 Comes Early

Posted on August 31, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Fall fishing is upon us a bit early this year and ideal conditions exist locally and beyond. The McKenzie and it’s tributaries are in perfect shape with regard to water level and water temperature. Each day light conditions are improving, … Continue reading →

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Sage Method Switch and Rio Skagit Max Short Demonstration Video

Posted on August 30, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

George Cook continues his discussion of new products offered by Sage and Rio. The Sage 7wt Method Switch Rod coupled with the Skagit Max Short is an ideal combo for Fall and Winter Steelhead pursuits.

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A Few Oregon Albacore Tuna Flies August 2013

Posted on August 29, 2013 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

These are flies that have caught or at least enlisted a tug from Albacore in the ocean offshore Oregon during 2012 or 2013. My commercial fishing friend laughs at me on the topic of flies. Ask any 6 commercial tuna … Continue reading →

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