Author Archives: Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Frontier Steelhead Experience for TWO! – Native Fish Steelhead Trip Raffle

Posted on June 23, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Frontier Steelhead Experience for Two Is there anything better than fishing the epic waters of British Columbia’s Bulkley and Morice rivers with your very best fishing buddy? How about winning a week-long trip for two for only $250? You heard … Continue reading →

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Lower McKenzie Brimming with Water June 22, 2021

Posted on June 22, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Despite what looks like a super hot, super low water year in the making the lower McKenzie is full of water. The Walterville Canal is currently empty and the lack of water diversion is giving stretches of water like Hendricks … Continue reading →

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There is Still Time to Take Care of Father’s Day Gifts

Posted on June 19, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

We have our largest selection of trout flies ever at The Caddis Fly. We are happy to help select patterns for specific trips or locations for dad. We are stacked with fly boxes as well. A selection of flies in … Continue reading →

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Native Fish Society ACTION ALERT: KELLOGG CREEK DAM HAS TO GO!

Posted on June 18, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Kellogg Creek Dam, in Milwaukie, Oregon, prevents migrating Willamette River salmon from taking advantage of the creek’s cold water during warm summer months. Sign the latest NFS Action Alert telling Oregon lawmakers that Kellogg Creek Dam has got to go! … Continue reading →

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Johny King’s Hoo Fly Tying Video – Bruce Berry 2021

Posted on June 17, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video, fly fisher and fly tyer Bruce Berry stopped by the shop to tie up one of his favorites for salt water fishing, Johny King’s Hoo Fly. Using a hand-full of materials, Bruce explains in detail the steps … Continue reading →

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Father’s Day Gift Guide 2021

Posted on June 14, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Howler Bro’s Clothing Fishpond Gear Shilton Reels Fly Boxes Assorted Hats Wading Socks Gift Cards

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Postcards from the Upper McKenzie June 2021

Posted on June 14, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Had a great weekend fishing the upper McKenzie!

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Catch Magazine Video and Cool Fathers Day “Give Aways”

Posted on June 11, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Last Fall our friends Todd and Kelly Moen of Catch Magazine captured one of my favorite places, the upper McKenzie. I love all of Todd’s work and Catch Magazine is well worth the subscription. Catch Magazine is running some pretty … Continue reading →

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Loon Tailgate Talks: Euro Nymphing Video

Posted on June 10, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Our friend Matt Callies from Loon Outdoors gives an overview on Euro Nymphing tactics, rigs and accessories needed.

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“Showery” Conditions lead to Mayfly Hatches on the McKenzie

Posted on June 9, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

We have had a few wet days of late on the McKenzie River and mayflies have been hatching daily. Green Drakes and Pale Morning Duns have been out in good numbers. Additionally small brown and yellow stoneflies, small caddis and … Continue reading →

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Jigged Stonefly Nymph Fly Tying Video

Posted on June 7, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video, Justin ties a fantastic jigged stonefly pattern. The fly doesn’t have much bulk to it, and will sink like a stone for sure. Bouncing this stonefly off the river bottom on any nymph rig using nearly any … Continue reading →

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PROTECTING OREGON’S TREASURES

Posted on June 4, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

From Native Fish Society In a new short film from Pacific Rivers, U.S. Senator Ron Wyden discusses Oregon’s treasured rivers and streams, The River Democracy Act, and what it would mean to build on his landmark legislation and do something … Continue reading →

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EWEB to lower Walterville Canal starting Friday

Posted on June 4, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

It’s been a weird water week on the McKenzie River. The river jumped due to snow melt and water releases on the upper end of the system. It’s now dropping again. Next weeks cooler temps should bring the river down … Continue reading →

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Phlashy Pheasant Tail Jig Nymph Fly Tying Video

Posted on June 2, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Today we have another jig nymph tied by Justin Helm. This fly is a great guide fly; the “phlashy pheasant jig” is an attractor pattern that is quick to tie, versatile, and fishes great. Mix and match different colors in … Continue reading →

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Justifier Nymph Fly Tying Video

Posted on May 27, 2021 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Today Justin ties his variation of another local guide Clay Holloway’s pattern, the Clay Maker. Clay’s original is tied with a flashy copper body, and Justin makes a change to the fly with a peacock colored theme. Justin fished the … Continue reading →

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