Author Archives: Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Favorite Tube Fly Hooks – A Visual Size Comparison

Posted on July 31, 2012 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In a recent post on Favorite Tube Fly Hooks, I noted that these hooks, in different styles but virtually the same size, had a very different “apparent” size. I may have referred to crazy-drunk hook-designers, or some such unfairly slanderous … Continue reading →

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Hot Head Summer Steelhead Tube Fly Tying Video

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Summer Steelhead fishing has been excellent on the McKenzie and Willamette Rivers of late. With our run size nearing 24,000 fish over Willamette Falls there are plenty of Steelhead around. One of our favorite and most effective fly styles the … Continue reading →

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Belizian Permit Report

Posted on July 28, 2012 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Customer Geoff Harrison sends us a report from his latest trip to Ambergris Cay in Belize. Nice work on the Permit Geoff! Just wanted to send you guys at the shop some love after returning form my trip from Ambergris … Continue reading →

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Fish links from around the interweb: Video edition

Posted on July 26, 2012 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Dry or die from Frontside fly: A dry fly love song from Rolf Nylinder on Vimeo. DamNation from Felt Soul: DamNation | Trailer from FELT SOUL MEDIA on Vimeo. And the ultimate Bull Shark footage:

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Thursday Night: Show Your Support for the Organizations Fighting to Preserve the McKenzie River

Posted on July 25, 2012 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Back in April, we brought you news of a proposed logging operation on the Upper Mac near McKenzie Bridge. While the battle over that project continues in court, you can come learn more about the organizations working to protect the … Continue reading →

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Is New Zealand on Your Bucket List?

Posted on July 24, 2012 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Come meet our dear friend Dick Fraser owner of Cedar Lodge. Cedar is one of the best Fly Fishing Lodges on the South Island of New Zealand. Dick has been flying and guiding anglers into the back country waters of … Continue reading →

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We need your support on the McKenzie River Native Trout Study

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

The Caddis Fly Shop is a sponsor of the 5-year trout population study on the McKenzie River, that is now in its third season. The initial study was funded by a the FlyFishers Club of Oregon. This year the shop … Continue reading →

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Cooler Temps Improve High Summer Fishing

Posted on July 21, 2012 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Recent overcast days have made fishing on the McKenzie and Willamette Rivers excellent this past week. Hopper dropper rigs, Green Drakes, Half Down Golden Stones, Brown Caddis, Parachute Adams, Ice Prince Nymphs and Possie Buggers have all been productive patterns. … Continue reading →

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July Deschutes Report: Part II

Posted on July 20, 2012 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Ah, Whitehorse Rapids! No trip down the Lower Deschutes, below Trout Creek, increases the “pucker factor” to maximum as this rapid. The first quarter mile, with the correct entrance, is only the beginning of the journey. The next mile is … Continue reading →

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A July 4 McKenzie River Fishing Story

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

On July 4, Caddis Fly Shop clients Ellen & Scott took a very memorable guided trip on the Mckenzie River. Ellen and Scott decided as an extension of the Introduction to Fly Fishing Class they had completed the week before, … Continue reading →

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Echo Gecko Contest Entry

Posted on July 18, 2012 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Long time customer and friend of the Caddis fly, Rick Allen sent in his Echo Gecko Contest entry. Three years ago I walked into the Caddis fly shop and bought my 3 year old son James the 4 wt Echo … Continue reading →

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Local Steelheading is Red Hot

Posted on July 17, 2012 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

We have now exceeded last years run size for Summer Steelhead over Willamette Falls. The Willamette from Dexter Dam to the confluence of the McKenzie is fishing great for Summer Steelhead. Swing flies on floating lines and sink tips in … Continue reading →

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July Deschutes Report: Part I

Posted on July 16, 2012 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

The 2012 Spring Technical Men’s Conference (old dawgs who have fished together for decades) was held in July this year. The TMC experienced some of the Deschutes finest hot weather each day. One day we measured 98 degrees in the … Continue reading →

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New Lamson ARX Spey Reels in the Shop!

Posted on July 14, 2012 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Everyday at the Caddis Fly Shop has the potential to feel like Christmas, particularly during the summer months when new products start rolling in from some of our favorite manufacturers. Yesterday was one of those days, with the arrival of … Continue reading →

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Flies and Tactics for Summer Conditions on the McKenzie and Willamette Rivers

Posted on July 13, 2012 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Water levels have dropped considerably and the fish are acting like Summer is officially here. Low clear water means smaller flies, lighter tippets and longer leaders. It’s time to swap the 3x and 4x for 5x and 6x Tippet. If … Continue reading →

Posted in Fishing Reports, Lower Willamette, McKenzie River, Middle Fork Willamette River fishing | 2 Comments