Author Archives: Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

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

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

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

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

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New Slew of Used Gear Videos

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

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

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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Used Gear: Sage SP+, 8wt 9ft 3-piece

Available here, this Sage SP+ 8wt came after the SP series. This fast-action rod is great for getting into the saltwater game but also an excellent backup for your upcoming season and trips. Comes with the original tube and sock … Continue reading

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Jigged Brassie Fly Tying Video Instructional

Alex Swartz demonstrates how to tie a proven euro style nymph pattern that resembles the “Brassie” nymph. We use this pattern for a hopper dropper rigs all year long. Alex uses a “3 at a time” wire wrap method that … Continue reading

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Used Gear: Scott G Series, 9’6″ 7wt – 2 piece

Available here, this G Series has the classic Scott action, perfect for summer steelhead and as your streamer rod. This rod is in nearly perfect condition, including the cork itself. Also comes with the original tube and rod sock for … Continue reading

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Native Fish Society January Meeting

Native Fish Society will be hosting a trivia night, featuring categories such as “Native Fish of Oregon” and “Rivers of Oregon.” In addition to bragging rights, the winning team will also be rewarded with awesome MiiR mugs, featuring a leaping … Continue reading

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Introducing: Used Fly Fishing Gear, Available Online

Since 1975, the Caddis Fly Shop has been providing fly anglers with the best tackle in the world. Whether that be in person or through our website, we’ve enjoyed the ride and the people we’ve met along the way. Over … Continue reading

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The Lost Salmon : Documentary on Spring Salmon

The Lost Salmon, chronicles the plight and potential recovery of the iconic spring chinook salmon of the Pacific Northwest. Faced with extinction in many river systems of the West, a new genetic discovery could aid in their recovery. Once teaming … Continue reading

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Winter Trout Guide Special on Now: January 2023

The McKenzie and Willamette Rivers are in fine shape and winter trout fishing has been surprisingly productive. For 2023 we are starting our normal Spring Special in Winter! Let’s hope the weather California is getting pounded with continues to miss … Continue reading

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Plan for 13 Willamette River Basin dams to be discussed in Eugene, Sweet Home, Stayton

From the Statesman Journal A plan that will reshape management of 13 dams and reservoirs in the Willamette River Basin is the subject of four meetings next week in Eugene, Springfield, Sweet Home and Stayton. The U.S. Army Corps of … Continue reading

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January 2023 Lower Mckenzie Report

The family and I got dressed up for the frozen tundra and made the float from Hendricks to Hayden. The fishing was surprisingly good and the weather wasn’t too bad either. We encountered absolutely zero bugs but nymphing was solid. … Continue reading

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