Author Archives: Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Barrett’s Pelagic Baitfish: Bluewater streamer for Oregon Albacore

Posted on August 16, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this new fly tying video, check out Barrett’s Pelagic Baitfish, a great pattern for offshore saltwater fly fishing. This fly has all the action to imitate a variety of pelagic baitfish — match the bait with different sizes and … Continue reading →

Posted in Fly Tying, Oregon Saltwater Fishing | 1 Comment

The Strange Case of the Mystery Hatch

Posted on August 14, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Arlen Thomason lives on the McKenzie River and is  the author of BugWater, scheduled for release by Stackpole Books in January. Oregon Fly Fishing Blog thanks Arlen very much for this discussion of a very underrated emergence. We look forward … Continue reading →

Posted in Oregon Fly Fishing Tips | 10 Comments

Light cahill wet — fly tying video

Posted on August 12, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

This fly tying video shows one of the great mid-summer patterns for fly fishing in the Willamette Valley. Check out Karl’s Light Cahill Wet fly — easy to tie, deadly on fish. Light Cahill Wet: Hook: Size 14-18 TMC 101 … Continue reading →

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Northwest Steelheaders forming Central Oregon Chapter — FREE BEER

Posted on August 11, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

If you’re in the Bend Area on Thursday August 13th, stop by the Deschutes Brewery and check out the launch of the Central Oregon Chapter of the Northwest Steelheaders. Festivities begin at 5:30pm. The door prize is one day fishing … Continue reading →

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An Epic Battle and a Boy’s First Steelhead

Posted on August 11, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

I was unhooking the drift boat Friday evening, when the neighbor kid ran over in his bare feet and announced “Me and my Dad are going fishing all day tomorrow!” “That’s great, Sam!” I said, imagining how long he would … Continue reading →

Posted in Summer Steelhead | 3 Comments

The North Umpqua Chronicles: Book excerpt by Pat McRae

Posted on August 10, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

If you’re in love with the North Umpqua, you need to read Pat McRae’s new book about fly fishing 12 months a year on Oregon’s finest wild steelhead river. You can pick up The North Umpqua Chronicles at the shop. … Continue reading →

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Fly Tying Contest Winners Announced

Posted on August 9, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Thanks to everyone who participated in our Summer Steelhead Fly Tying Contest. The top three patterns are listed below. First prize received the entire color spectrum of Krystal Flash, second prize is a Marc Petijean Magic Tool Set, and third … Continue reading →

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Rick Allen’s Alaska West, Kanektok fly fishing madness

Posted on August 7, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

One of our good friends, Rick Allen, just returned from a week at Alaska West’s fly-fishing camp on the legendary Kanektok River. Rick was looking for a trip-of-a-lifetime where he could enjoy great fishing and learn how to Spey fish. … Continue reading →

Posted in Fishing Porn, Fly Fishing Travel | 5 Comments

Fly fishing opportunities remain strong around Eugene area

Posted on August 7, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

The Middle Fork of the Willamette near Oakridge is fishing surprisingly well despite low water and high sun conditions. Today would have been fantastic with the clouds, tomorrow as well. Try hopper dropper set ups fishing the fast water and … Continue reading →

Posted in Fishing Porn, Fishing Reports, Lower Willamette, McKenzie River, Middle Fork Willamette River fishing | 1 Comment

Sea-run Cutthroat fly fishing class August 29 with Jay Nicholas

Posted on August 4, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Sea-run cutthroat class at The Caddis Fly Shop, Saturday August 29, 2009 9am to 1pm with Jay Nicholas. Sea-run cutthroat trout are fascinating anadromous fish with complex life histories. Understanding a little about biology, life history and the fisheries management … Continue reading →

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Summer steelhead stalemate on the Oregon Coast

Posted on August 3, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Fishing a small coastal river for summer steelhead this weekend, we found low water and lots of angling pressure, the perfect combination for finicky fish. We’d been on the water since dawn, rambling up to likely pools, hoping for some … Continue reading →

Posted in Summer Steelhead | 4 Comments

Fly fishing photography from Jon Meyers: Deschutes River Salmonfly Hatch

Posted on July 30, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Pro photographer Jon Meyers spent Memorial Day ’09 on the Deschutes River, chasing big rainbows and the salmonfly hatch. Meyers’ crew drifted from Warm Springs to Harpham Flat. You can check out more of Jon’s work at www.StudioMeyers.com or at … Continue reading →

Posted in Central Oregon Fishing Report, Fishing Porn | 1 Comment

Rogue River chinook showing up, available for fly casters soon

Posted on July 29, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Jay Nicholas has been getting reports of several strong pushes of Chinook on the Rogue in July….hopefully this a good sign for next month and early September. Rogue and Umpqua fall Chinook are very special fish in Oregon. They are … Continue reading →

Posted in Oregon Salmon fly fishing, Southern Oregon | 7 Comments

Trout Unlimited Chapter 678 braves Deschutes Scorcher

Posted on July 28, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Members of Trout Unlimited Chapter 678 (McKenzie-Upper Willamette) braved the Deschutes River — floating Warm Springs to Trout Creek last weekend. Word on the streets from Warren Moran was, the trip can be summed up as follows: 1. It was … Continue reading →

Posted in Central Oregon Fishing Report | 4 Comments

Upper McKenzie River fishing well on foot

Posted on July 24, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Looking for Native McKenzie Rainbows? For those of you willing to put in some walking, the Upper McKenzie River (above Blue River) is fishing great on foot with summer low water conditions making it easy to get around. High quality … Continue reading →

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