Author Archives: Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Western Montana Fly Fishing Report

Family trips to Missoula are always better with a couple of days of fishing thrown into the mix. The Missoula area has a fantastic selection of early season fly fishing opportunities. The ClarkFork, Bitterroot, Blackfoot and Rock Creek are all … Continue reading →

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McKenzie Special Caddis: Fly tying video

In his latest video Jay Nicholas demonstrates how to tie his version of the Green McKenzie Caddis. This high floating “Stimulator Style” Caddis pattern works very well late April through June when the McKenzie Green Caddis emergence is in play … Continue reading →

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Jay’s McKenzie Guide Secret — Classic Trout Attractor Pattern fly tying video

In this video Jay Nicholas ties a classic attractor pattern resembling the Renegade. Jay’s version will float and fish like a traditional dry or swing down and across as a wet. The Guide Secret pattern includes simple, but proven fish … Continue reading →

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Wild trout tagging underway on the McKenzie River

Over the past month, the McKenzie Flyfishers have spearheaded a wild trout census study on the five mile section of river from Hendricks to Bellinger boat ramps. The study was funded by the local Trout Unlimited Chapter through a $5,000 … Continue reading →

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Winter steelhead fishing on the Wild and Scenic Rogue River

Half-pounder steelhead are still kicking in the Rogue River. Official Rogue River correspondent Greg Hatten sent the following report: The Wild and Scenic section of the Rogue is different in winter. Nights are cold, the river is high and fast, … Continue reading →

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UV March Brown Wet Cahill fly tying video

In this fly tying video Barrett adds a modern twist to a classic and highly effective wet fly pattern. Spring time on western waters mean swinging wet flies for trout and steelhead. The wet cahill has worked for over 100 … Continue reading →

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Steelhead Zonker Fly Tying Video featuring two-toned barred rabbit strips

This fly was the hot leech last weekend, so here’s the pattern. Tied by Matt Stansberry, making his first appearance on the fly tying videos. With 12 collective days in our party swinging for steelhead last weekend, this fly hooked … Continue reading →

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A steelhead weekend with my favorite low-holers

The food: We ate as if we were trying to make our hearts explode. Coffees, spiked with espresso. Country Fried Steaks, Gravy, Scones, Scrambles. On the river, we ate rancid dusty jerky and washed it down with 22oz Becks Dark. … Continue reading →

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Barrett’s 1150 March Brown Nymph

In this video Barrett Christiansen demonstrates how to tie his proven March Brown nymph pattern. Using UV Ice Dub to simulate budding wing pads and India Hen Back for legs this pattern is deadly. Fish this fly “pre-hatch” in medium … Continue reading →

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North Coast Oregon Winter Steelhead: Black and White

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New Studs for felt and Vibram sole wading boots: Grip Studs

Grip Studs located in Merlin Oregon manufactures screw in studs for ATV’s, motorcycles, trucks, snowmobiles, boots and anything else that touches the ground. Grip studs have been used in high velocity applications for years and are an extremely proven traction … Continue reading →

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Late winter/early spring steelhead

The end of March is the time when people start to ask; are there many winter steelhead left? and when are the summer steelhead going to be in? The answer to the first question is, Yes! Although the major push … Continue reading →

Posted in Fishing Reports, Lower Willamette, North Umpqua River Fishing Reports, Oregon Fly Fishing Tips, Oregon Winter Steelhead Fishing, Summer Steelhead | 5 Comments

Jay’s Winter Steelhead Simplicity v2 Pink

In Jay’s latest fly tying video he demonstrates palmering Dyed Grizzly saddle hackle, selecting hackle for web and the use of Polar Chenille as a collar on a steelhead fly. Don’t be shy on this one, feel free to substitute … Continue reading →

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Lake Leech Fly

In our latest video Jay Nicholas demonstrates the use of a dubbing loop with coarse dubbing materials. Hare’e Wiggle Dub can be used in more traditional nymphs as well. It makes a great Hare’s Ear substitute, adding motion and “bugginess”. … Continue reading →

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McKenzie in great shape, Caddis hatch developing

The McKenzie and Willamette rivers remain in fantastic (low water) condition. Boating and wading conditions are ideal. March Browns continue to emerge daily, however bright and windy conditions have made the usually reliable March Brown fishing a bit slow compared … Continue reading →

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