Author Archives: Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Strike Indicators 101 – Video Tutorial

Posted on March 6, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video Simon helps clarify five different types of strike indicators. He discusses attachment and benefits of each style. Thingamabobber, Airlock, Oros, NZ Strike Indicator and Slip n Strike style indicators are covered.

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Double Deceiver Fly Tying Video Instructional

Posted on March 3, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

This video demonstrates how to tie a Double hooked Deceiver fly. Alex uses new Ahrex Hooks, Next Generation Fish Skull Shanks and new Tie in Fold Over Eyes from Hareline. This pattern can be tied in numerous color combos and … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Lords of the Fly by Monte Burke

Posted on March 2, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

I know I am a little late reading this book as it was published in September 2020, but Lords of the Fly was worth the wait.  Full of wild stories involving legends of our sport and the early days of fly … Continue reading →

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Egg Laying Grannom Caddis Fly Tying Video

Posted on February 26, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Simon demonstrates how to to a cool Grannom Caddis pattern complete with egg sack and realistic wing profile. The spring Grannom caddis emergence can be frustrating, make sure to have a few of these on hand when you see fish … Continue reading →

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Northwest Fly Tier and Fly Fishing Expo March 10-11,2023

Posted on February 23, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

View class schedules, purchase show ticket and more here: NW EXPO

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Native Fish Society Chapter Meeting Update

Posted on February 22, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Due to unexpected events, we’re canceling tomorrow evening’s chapter meeting. We hope to see you back at Ninkasi on April 26, when ODFW’s Kara Anlauf-Dunn will share the research she’s been conducting on native fish tolerance to increasing water temperatures … Continue reading →

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Mid February Mckenzie and Willamette Report

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Recent cold weather has slowed trout fishing significantly. Several days and nights of cold temperatures have the fish slowing down and conserving energy. Nymphing, however, has been the most productive method of targeting trout as of late. On particularly warm … Continue reading →

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EP/Deer Hair March Brown Emerger Fly Tying Video

Posted on February 18, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Simon ties a deadly March Brown Emerger pattern in this video. Natural and synthetic fibers are utilized to keep this fly visible but still “emergent”. Fish the EP/Deer Hair March Brown Emerger through the entire MB hatch and you will … Continue reading →

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Native Fish Society 27th Annual Benefit Auction

Posted on February 17, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

A Guaranteed Good Time for a Great Cause! When: Saturday, April 22nd, 2023 Where: The Loft at 8th Avenue – Portland, OR What: A banquet and auction supporting the revival of wild, native fish, free-flowing rivers, and thriving local communities. You’re invited to join … Continue reading →

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ACTION ALERT: Tell the Board of Forestry to Stand Strong for a State Forest HCP

Posted on February 16, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

From Wild Salmon Center: URGENT! Timber Industry Wants to Torpedo Tillamook Conservation—AGAIN Here we go again. At a special meeting this Wednesday, Feb. 15, the timber industry will ask the Oregon Board of Forestry to scrap the major state forests habitat … Continue reading →

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Guides Choice Hare’s Ear Fly Tying Video

Posted on February 14, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video Simon Stephen demonstrates how to utilize the Hareline Zirconia dubbing rake to create easy to dub great looking fly bodies. The Guides Choice Hare’s Ear is an excellent high water nymph to use in spring. Guides Choice … Continue reading →

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Oregon Coast Fly Fishing, WINTER RUN STEELHEAD – Catch Magazine

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Enjoy some inspirational Winter Steelhead footage with Todd Moen’s latest compilation.

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New Slew of Used Gear Videos

Posted on February 8, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

We have added a bunch of new clips of used gear available now at Caddisflyshop.com and on our store floor. Check them all out here: Used Fly Gear

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Bob Popovics Bulkhead Deceiver: Fly Tying Video

Posted on February 2, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Material List:Hook: SL12S, 6/0Body: Angel Hair, BlackBody: Black BucktailBody: Steve Farrar SF Blend, Bleeding BlackThread: .006 Danville Mono My son and I had a chance to fish Astove Atoll in the Seychelles this December. The Bulkhead Deceiver was the fly … Continue reading →

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Late January Mckenzie & Willamette Report 2023

Posted on January 30, 2023 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Cold Weather and recent high water in the past weeks has made trout fishing inconsistent. More recently in the last week or so on our local rivers, the Mckenzie and Willamette, the flows have subsided leading to more favorable fishing … Continue reading →

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