Author Archives: Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Tell ODOT to Remove Kellogg Dam

Posted on December 3, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

From Native Fish Society Now is the time to remove the aging and dangerous Kellogg Dam! The Oregon Department of Transportation will be receiving a windfall in the form of an extra $1.2 billion thanks to the Infrastructure Investment and … Continue reading →

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Bird of Prey October Caddis Fly Tying Video

Posted on December 1, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Jim Sens is back with us at Caddis Fly Shop to tie up a deadly fall nymph pattern, the Bird of Prey October Caddis. We love it for a local waters, especially on the McKenzie but we know this fly … Continue reading →

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Fly Fishing Apparel – Fall & Winter – Great Holiday Gifts!

Posted on November 29, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Lots of new apparel here at Caddis Fly! Great pieces for fall and winter street wear, and for your colder weather fishing pursuits. Also have lots of options for those in warmer regions or those traveling to warmer regions. Give … Continue reading →

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Tungsten Silver Bead Red Zebra Midge Fly Pattern

Posted on November 27, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video, Greg ties the Zebra Midge, an easy fly pattern that catches big brown and rainbow trout in lakes, rivers, and streams. A beginning fly pattern that could be tied in many variations of sizes, colors, with a … Continue reading →

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Montana Intruder Fly Tying Video

Posted on November 24, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Eugene local, Jim Sens, teaches us how he ties the Montana Intruder. There’s no limit to the color combinations you can come up with this fly but Jim finds that this produces fish and that it does so well. We … Continue reading →

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Xingu River Lodge Report – November 2021

Posted on November 22, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

James Cameron’s film Avatar is said to have been inspired by the Xingu River Basin. My family and I were lucky enough to visit Untamed Angling’s Xingu River Lodge and it’s easy to understand the inspiration Cameron felt. This incredible … Continue reading →

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Protect Wild Steelhead on the South Coast

Posted on November 21, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

From Native Fish Society In less than a month, the Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission will discuss the Rogue-South Coast Multi-Species Conservation and Management Plan for the final time. It is our sincere hope that the Commission takes a precautionary … Continue reading →

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Jim Sens Blow Torch Fly Tying Video

Posted on November 18, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Jim Sens sits down in the shop to show us his variation of the blow torch. Once you tie this one up and hit the water, plan to catch some fish. Especially if you’re able to fish the McKenzie right … Continue reading →

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Holiday Gift Guide

Posted on November 12, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

It’s that time of the year already and Caddis Fly has got you covered. Check out the video above and the list below for some ideas on gifts for the fly angler in your life! Our Top Fly Fishing Gifts … Continue reading →

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Post Cards Southern Oregon Fall 2021

Posted on November 12, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

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Four Eyed Fly Tying Video

Posted on November 9, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Alex Swartz ties up the Four Eyed fly – great for saltwater species like bonefish and permit. We find that the beads on this fly make fish angry, and that’s a good thing for us anglers. Give it a shot … Continue reading →

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Tungsten Silver Bead Zebra Midge Fly Tying Video

Posted on November 3, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video, Greg ties the Zebra Midge, an easy fly pattern that catches big brown and rainbow trout in lakes, rivers, and streams. A beginning fly pattern that could be tied in many variations of sizes, colors, with a … Continue reading →

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Holiday Gift Idea: Hareline Ultimate Long Neck LED Tying Light

Posted on October 31, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Holiday season is coming right up, here’s an excellent gift for the fly tier in your life! New from Hareline, the Hareline Ultimate Long Neck LED Light is the best fly tying light we have available, it takes 110-230 volts … Continue reading →

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Golden Grill Fly Tying Video

Posted on October 30, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Learn how to tie the Golden Grill fly with Alex Swartz. Alex shows us just how easy it is to tie this fly with the little material it requires. We like to throw it at bonefish, permit and other saltwater … Continue reading →

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Copper Tiger Midge Fly Tying Video

Posted on October 29, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video, Greg ties a deadly midge fly pattern fished in lakes and tailwaters around the world, The Copper Tiger. Fished as a dropper-rig, under an indicator, dead-drifted, or with Euro techniques, the Copper Tiger is a variation of … Continue reading →

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