Author Archives: Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Q&A with Jeff Hatton, bamboo rod builder and historian

Posted on December 10, 2010 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Rod maker Jeff Hatton says the worst thing rod builders have done in the last hundred years was adding cork to rod grips, and plenty of of other interesting stuff about rod building, fishing history and more in this Q&A … Continue reading →

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Rob Russell brings you to Kamchatka, tonight at 7pm

Posted on December 8, 2010 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

At tonight’s TU meeting, Rob Russell will present on fly fishing the Kamchatka Peninsula, one of the wildest, most-intact Pacific salmonid ecosystems in the world. When: Wednesday, December 8th 7pm Where: Our new meeting location, upstairs at the Vet’s Club, … Continue reading →

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Fishpond Chest and Fanny Packs Overview

Posted on December 8, 2010 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Fishpond sale representative Jon Covich stopped by the shop the other day to show of some of his newest wares. We asked him for a quick overview of the Fishpond Chest/Fanny pack line up for 2010/2011 fly fishing season.

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Yucatan Special Marabou Tarpon Fly Tying Video

Posted on December 8, 2010 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

The combination of yellow and orange has long been a favorite of Tarpon guides around the world. This Marabou Tarpon pattern has a study hook, great movement and it’s light dressing allows for relatively easy pick up and cast. We … Continue reading →

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Marabou Steelhead Tube Fly Tying Video

Posted on December 7, 2010 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video Barrett demonstrates how to tie a simple tube fly pattern. We have found this black and blue color combination works well for both Summer and Winter Steelhead.

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Fly fishing media update — Q&As and a new publication

Posted on December 6, 2010 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

If you’re interested in the fly fishing publishing biz, check out these Q&As from Rob Russell with the publisher of Stackpole Books and the editor of Fly Fishing & Fly Tying Journal.

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Caddis Fly Christmas Party December 17th

Posted on December 5, 2010 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

We invite you to join us for our annual Christmas Party at the shop December 17th 2010, 4-8pm. Ninkasi Beer, Oregon Electric Station Catering, special savings, and free gift wrapping will be available.–CD

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UV Ice Dub Blue Winged Olive Nymph Fly Tying Video

Posted on December 4, 2010 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Barrett demonstrates how to tie a simple but effective Blue Winged Olive nymph. Using UV Ice Dub as the thorax, the fly is given “hot spot” for the fish to key into. Use this pattern all Winter and Spring on … Continue reading →

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Ice Dub Pheasant Tail Nymph Fly Tying Video

Posted on December 3, 2010 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

The Pheasant Tail Nymph is one of the most effective fly patterns in the world. It’s slender body and thorax represent a great variety of Mayfly nymphs. In this fly tying video we have added a new color of Ice … Continue reading →

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Rob’s fly fishing book and DVD picks for the holidays

Posted on December 2, 2010 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

When I was a kid, my family presented me with a new hardbound flyfishing book every Christmas. Those books became the foundation of my flyfishing universe, and I still cherish every one of those books today. I don’t think there’s … Continue reading →

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Bead Head UV Yarn Egg Pattern Fly Tying Video

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

This Winter Steelhead egg pattern can be used alone in shallow water, or dropped off a heavier egg pattern like a Lowly Glowly or a UV Yarn Steelhead Egg. Numerous color combinations can be effective, one could change the bead, … Continue reading →

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Jumpstart the winter steelhead season on the Olympic Peninsula

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Last weekend, I met my friend Julian on the Olympic Peninsula to jumpstart the winter steelhead season. Cold clear weather, dropping rivers, and lots of fish. We fished switch rods with indicator lines for two days, and even caught a … Continue reading →

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UV Yarn Steelhead Egg Pattern

Posted on November 28, 2010 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Winter Steelhead season is here. Early fish have been reported in the Alsea, Umpqua, Siletz and many other rivers. In this short video Barrett demonstrates how to tie an alternative to the Lowly Glowly (one of our most productive egg … Continue reading →

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Fly Fishing Gift Guide: Gifts for the Fly Tier

Posted on November 27, 2010 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Purchasing a gift for the fly tier might seem difficult. With all those feathers, hooks, and glue all over the desk, how would one know what they might need. The following video is designed to provide ideas for those considering … Continue reading →

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Holiday Hours at The Caddis Fly 2010

Posted on November 25, 2010 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Happy Thanksgiving to all. The Caddis Fly will be closed Thanksgiving Day but open the Friday following and resume normal hours M-F 9-6pm Sat 9-5 Sun 10-3pm. Our online store is always open,  at Caddisflyshop.com. We have numerous gifts for … Continue reading →

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