Author Archives: Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Egg Sucking Alaskan Bling Brush Flash Fly Tying Video – Jay Nicholas

Posted on November 2, 2020 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video, Jay Nicholas ties a variation of a classic egg-sucking Alaskan salmon & steelhead fly using new materials from Hareline such as Magnum Bling Rabbit Strips, Helix Flash, and Polar Fiber Streamer Brushes. Follow Jay as he discusses … Continue reading →

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Silveynator Variation Fly Tying Video by Jim Sens 2020

Posted on October 27, 2020 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video, Jim Sens ties a PNW classic steelhead pattern using Pro Sportfisher Nanotube, Sonic Disc and more. The Silveynator can be tied in many different color combinations and weights. Tie some up and give them a try. Silveynator … Continue reading →

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Duxbury Clouser Variant – Jay Nicholas

Posted on October 26, 2020 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video, author and fly tyer Jay Nicholas ties a variant to the Duxbury Clouser using a Gamkatsu 60º Jig hook. Using Flash ‘N Slinky and Fair Flies brushes giving the fly life-like movement and balance, these flies are … Continue reading →

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TAKE ACTION for Klamath Revival

Posted on October 22, 2020 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

From Our Friends at Native Fish Society On Friday, October 23rd, Save California Salmon, the Klamath Justice Coalition, and Ancestral Guard are calling for an Un-Dam the Klamath Day of Action. This Day of Action is critical right now as … Continue reading →

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#SAVETHESOUTHFORKSALMON | Take Action Now!

Posted on October 22, 2020 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Our friends at Rising shared this with us. A tragedy is unfolding on the South Fork Salmon River Idaho. Midas Gold Corp is proposing a large scale mining project (Stibnite) at the headwaters of the East Fork South Fork Salmon … Continue reading →

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Kopter Absolute Stealth Scissor Review by Jim Sens 2020

Posted on October 21, 2020 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video, professional fly tyer Jim Sens reviews Kopter Absolute Stealth Scissors new for 2020. Ultra sharp and small enough to get into those hard to reach spaces, these scissors set the standard for superiority. One of our customers … Continue reading →

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Fall Guide Special continues through November 2020

Posted on October 19, 2020 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

The lower Mckenzie and Willamette Rivers including the upper Middle Fork near Oakridge continue to fish well. Beautiful Fall weather looks like it’s here to stay for a while longer. We are seeing more mayflies and more October Caddis each … Continue reading →

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Why you Should Tie Your Own Flies

Posted on October 16, 2020 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Jay Nicholas’ Rationale for Tying your own flies. Although l began writing this blog thinking about people who are trying to decide whether or not they should learn how to tie flies, I soon started thinking that many of us … Continue reading →

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Gob of Worms/Squirmy Wormie/Mini Squiggle Worm – Jay Nicholas

Posted on October 15, 2020 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video, Jay discusses different materials and new hooks for tying a variety of worm patterns. San Juan worms have changed from your typical chenille materials to modern “squimy” materials that have lots of movement and catch a surprising … Continue reading →

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Catch Magazine – “The Mckenzie Fire”

Posted on October 13, 2020 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

“Our power went out at about 9pm, but that’s common here… it was no big deal,” recalled Bill Schaefers of the September 7, 2020 evening at his home on Oregon’s upper McKenzie River. “I should’ve listened to my daughter,” he … Continue reading →

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Muskies in the North Country

Posted on October 10, 2020 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Hey everybody, hope you’re all well. Matt here checking in. It’s been a while, but you’ve all been in my thoughts these past weeks. Thinking about the lives disrupted, the river valleys burned, all the loss and I’m so sorry … Continue reading →

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Special Thanks Anglers – Wildfire Relief Auction Raises $7500

Posted on October 9, 2020 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Huge thanks to Patagonia, Simms, Sage, Echo, Lamson, RIO, Fishpond, Nautilus and Winston for donating items to our Wildfire Relief Auction. Huge thanks as well to local fishing guides Clay Holloway, Ty Holloway, Matt Ramsey, Mike Reardon, Kyle Duke, Lou … Continue reading →

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Final Hours of Local Wildfire Relief Auction

Posted on October 8, 2020 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Over the past 48 hours we have added rods from SAGE and Lamson, reels and lines too. Let’s finish strong and give a big check to those in need! Thanks so much! With the help of vendors and local guides … Continue reading →

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Patagonia Film- “Pubic Trust”

Posted on October 6, 2020 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Please take the time as soon as you can to watch this outstanding film produced by Yvon Chouinard and Robert Redford. In a time of growing polarization, Americans still share something in common: 640 million acres of public land. Despite … Continue reading →

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Forgive me Father for I have sinned (again)

Posted on October 4, 2020 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

I had to share this epic tale from my kiwi pal Nick Johnson. Nick guided for Cedar Lodge the six seasons we owned it and we have always enjoyed his colorful commentaries. While the September “canal” fishery in NZ’s central … Continue reading →

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