Author Archives: Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Nicholas’ Mini Fish Taco Tube Steelhead Fly

Posted on October 30, 2017 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

This is a downsized version of the fly tied by my friend Jeff Hickman—tied on a Pro Sportfisher Classic Tube. The entire series of the Fish Taco flies are well established as effective patterns to fish for steelhead and salmon. … Continue reading →

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Season Five at Cedar Lodge

Posted on October 27, 2017 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

This Saturday the family and I travel to the South Island for our fifth season of ownership at Cedar Lodge on the South Island of New Zealand. We are hopeful for a better spring/summer start and finish to the weather. … Continue reading →

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ECHO Boost Beach Fly Rod Review

Posted on October 25, 2017 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

I’ve been fishing ECHO’s Boost Beach Rod, the 7 wt, for a few months now. This is a great rod that Tim has, far as I’m concerned, hit it out of the park. I’ve fished this rod with both #7 and … Continue reading →

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Fall Guide Special on Now through November 2017

Posted on October 24, 2017 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

We have had some serious rain recently and river levels have really come up. A more settled pattern is developing and it looks like we will have an extended trout season. We are offering a shortened half day trip on … Continue reading →

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Blood Knots Creative – “Our Two Hands” Film Tour Comes to Eugene Friday, November 3rd

Posted on October 21, 2017 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

From the Oregon Council of Trout Unlimited The Oregon Council of Trout Unlimited is proud to present a showing of the new film from Bloodknots Creative, “Our Two Hands” on Friday, November 3rd at Falling Sky Brewing’s Pizzeria and Public … Continue reading →

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2017 OCTU State Project | Chub Slough – Springfield, Oregon

Posted on October 18, 2017 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

From the Oregon Council of Trout Unlimited Dear Oregon Trout Unlimited Members, This is your invitation to participate in the annual Oregon Trout Unlimited state conservation project. On Sunday, November 5th, the Oregon Council of Trout Unlimited will be collaborating … Continue reading →

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Help Defend Bristol Bay Today – Last Day for Public Comment

Posted on October 16, 2017 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

https://www.wildsalmoncenter.org/2017/07/24/help-defend-bristol-bay/

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Fall Guide Special on Now through November 2017

Posted on October 16, 2017 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

We are offering a shortened half day trip on our local waters for trout and steelhead for the rest of October and November. The cost of the trip is $325. The trip includes guided fishing and equipment for two anglers. … Continue reading →

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Book Signing Today Sunday October 14th 2017 – Modern Steelhead Flies

Posted on October 15, 2017 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In case you haven’t heard, the new book Modern Steelhead Flies is finally in print, and the authors are coming to Eugene this Sunday to hang out and sign books. Our good friends Rob Russell and Jay Nicholas will be … Continue reading →

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10th Annual Two Fly Tourney This Weekend 10% of Sales This Friday Go to McKenzie River Trust

Posted on October 13, 2017 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

2017 marks our 10th Two Fly Tournament and kicks off this Friday. As part of the events fund raising we are donating 10% of our sales this Friday to the McKenzie River Trust. Come by, have a beer, spend a … Continue reading →

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Modern Steelhead Flies Book Signing October 15th! – Rob Russell and Jay Nicholas

Posted on October 11, 2017 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In case you haven’t heard, the new book Modern Steelhead Flies is finally in print, and the authors are coming to Eugene this Sunday to hang out and sign books. Our good friends Rob Russell and Jay Nicholas will be … Continue reading →

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Simple Marabou Leech Fly Tying Video

Posted on October 10, 2017 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Tony demonstrates how to tie a very easy but effective lake pattern. This fly can be fished at a variety of depths and has an attractive swimming motion that catches fish. Simple Marabou Leech Thread: Veevus 8/0 or 10/0, Color … Continue reading →

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October Trout Unlimited Meeting

Posted on October 8, 2017 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

When: Oct 9 at 6:30PM Where: Roaring Rapids Pizza, 4006 Franklin Blvd, Eugene Dean Finnerty presenting Topic: Fall Chinook and an update on TU regional activities Business meeting to follow, members welcome to attend.

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Addition to Nicholas’ ECHO EPR fly rod reivew

Posted on October 6, 2017 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

I’ve lost track of the time, but I’m pretty sure that my initial review of the ECHO EPR was based on my Baja trip this spring. Since that time, I’ve faithfully fished my 8 wt EPR for spring and summer … Continue reading →

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THE GREAT WILLAMETTE CLEAN UP 2017

Posted on October 4, 2017 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

From Willamette Riverkeeper SATURDAY OCTOBER 7th – REGISTER TODAY! https://www.eventbrite.com/o/willamette-riverkeeper-1477897368 Hosted on the first Saturday of October, our annual Great Willamette Clean Up is a river-wide, community day-of-action. Volunteers participate by canoe, kayak, SUP board, raft, motor boat, jet ski, … Continue reading →

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