Author Archives: Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Salmon Hatcheries in the Pacific Northwest Part 2

This is part two of Jay Nicholas’ commentary on the state of salmon hatcheries in the Pacific Northwest. Read Part 1 here. Part 2: Contemporary Expectations This article continues my effort to clarify perceptions and realities of salmon hatcheries, both … Continue reading →

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Fly fishing for Northern Pike — Canadian Freakout 2010

Just back from the annual Canadian northern pike trip, I’m still reeling from sunburn, fried walleye and travel hangover. The trip started with a fourteen hour drive from Akron, Ohio through the Rust Belt and into Canada at Sault Ste … Continue reading →

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Salmon Hatcheries in the Pacific Northwest Part 1

As a person who is deeply committed to wild fish conservation and the future of fishing, I am also steep on the learning curve when it comes to to understanding the science and policy options related to hatcheries here in … Continue reading →

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Instructions for fishing MOAL Leeches

Many people, it seems, are seeking knowledge regarding the proper technique for fishing MOAL Leeches. Ask and ye shall receive. Sort of. Q: How to fish MOAL leeches A: Itemized instructions for fishing MOAL leeches follows. Angler must follow these … Continue reading →

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New Book for Father’s Day: Oregon Lake Maps & Fishing Guide

Our good buddy Gary Lewis has delivered a masterwork just in time for Father’s Day! His new book, Oregon Lake Maps & Fishing Guide covers 40 lakes, offering detailed information on access, launches, peak fishing times, accommodations and more. Like … Continue reading →

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Great Chinook Season on the Horizon

Time to start thinking about fall chinook? Yeah, we know that summer steelhead season is barely starting to crank up, but it is never too soon to start thinking about SALMON. Yep. The coast-wide return of spring chinook (are you … Continue reading →

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Fly Fishing Gifts For Fathers Day 2010

The big weekend for Dad is coming up and we have a variety of products sure to make his day. A short list of highlights included in our gift guide video is below. If you have any questions or would … Continue reading →

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Greg Senyo talks shop about Senyo’s Laser Dub, fly tying tactics

We nailed down Great Lakes fly fishing phenom Greg Senyo, creator of Senyo’s Laser Dub, for a chat about fly tying, new materials and where he got the inspriation to develop new products through Hareline Dubbin. How did you come … Continue reading →

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T-minus 36 hours till I’m hooked up with a pike on my eight-weight

After circling Denver airport for four hours with a screaming baby in my arms, spending the night at a roach motel, and catching a new flight in the morning… I’ve finally made it to Ohio and prepare to leave in … Continue reading →

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Weekend Weather Looking Good For Local Fishing

Although the McKenzie has been ridiculously high of late the fishing has been “pretty darn good.” Green Drakes have been hatching throughout the entire length of the McKenzie. Pale Morning Duns are also emerging daily during  brief warming periods in … Continue reading →

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Rob Russell’s estuary chinook fly pattern: The Black Tail

In this fly tying video, Rob Russell shows you how to tie his top pattern for fly fishing for chinook salmon in the Pacific estuaries. If you think salmon don’t eat flies, check out this shot: The Black Tail Hook: … Continue reading →

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Fathers Day Special on Sunglasses

Where has the sun been? The west coast has been hammered with nasty weather for what seems like months. Well this weekend the sun will be out and 80 degree temperatures along with it. Can’t wait! Caddisflyshop.com has an excellent … Continue reading →

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Selway River Trip photos

My brother-in-law Hal Tweto recently took a trip down the Selway River. Hal resides in Missoula, fishes/boats/hikes/photographs a variety of the beautiful landscape. See his post below. -CD Any trip on the Selway river means some of the most pristine … Continue reading →

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TU meeting Weds — Captain Nate on fly fishing the Oregon Coast

June TU meeting Weds 6/9 at 7pm: Captain Nate Stansberry talks fly fishing Oregon’s Saltwater Species This week, Captain Nate Stansberry will be providing a seminar on fly fishing the Oregon Coast, small boat safety, fishing from shore, and specific … Continue reading →

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High adventure on the spring Deschutes fishing trip

Here is a Deschutes report from our pal Greg Hatten: Five of us “Frequent Fly Fishermen” from Eugene went over to catch the Salmon Fly hatch on the Deschutes last Thursday to Sunday. We put in at rainy Trout Creek … Continue reading →

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