Author Archives: Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

McKenzie River Fishing Report Late May 2016

Posted on May 19, 2016 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

This week the McKenzie has been fishing great! The river is in fine shape and a great variety of insects are hatching. I spent a couple of days as camera boat with Todd Moen of Catch Magazine filming Carol Labranch … Continue reading →

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Green Butt Soft Hackle Fly Tying Video

Posted on May 18, 2016 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video Jay Nicholas uses a classic steelhead fly theme to tie a wet fly for trout and Sea Run Cutthroat. Swing and twitch this one on a floating line for trout in the spring. Green Butt Soft Hackle … Continue reading →

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Out-takes from the 2016 Spey Clave

Posted on May 17, 2016 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

I experienced a great four hours at the 2016 Sandy Spey Clave on Saturday, May 14th.  A mere four hours. So little time and far too many friends to try and catch up with. Knowing that I was at risk of getting … Continue reading →

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Lower Dean Chinook: Strongest Kings in the World?

Posted on May 14, 2016 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

  Time marches on, and my how it sprints on it seems. My dear friend Jeff Hickman is but a week from heading north to open Kimsquit Bay Lodge on the Lower Dean. Jeff knows the kings in BC and … Continue reading →

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Pacific City Dory Fly Fishing Season Underway in 2016

Posted on May 12, 2016 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Well the seas are finally showing signs of settling down and we are able to get out on the ocean again this year. I had the good fortune of fishing today with Bryson and Jeffrey as Capt. John Harrell searched … Continue reading →

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Spring Cleaning Continues : Sale Flies!

Posted on May 11, 2016 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Check out our new section of sale flies online here: SALE FLIES Here are a few, many more are available at the link above.

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SLF Soft Hackle Fly Tying Video

Posted on May 10, 2016 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video Jay Nicholas demonstrates how to tie a classic wet fly variation. We love to fish this fly on a floating line “down and across” style on our local rivers in spring time. It does a great job … Continue reading →

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McKenzie River Trust Protects Finn Rock

Posted on May 9, 2016 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

McKenzie River Trust recently purchased 122 acres of riverfront property on the Upper McKenzie. From the Register-Guard: The Trust finalized the purchase of the additional acreage, which includes the Finn Rock Boat Landing — which will remain open to the … Continue reading →

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Spring Fly Fishing on the McKenzie River

Posted on May 5, 2016 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Fly fishing on the McKenzie River is in full swing this May. We have ideal water levels, great weather and good fishing. Numerous insects are available to wild rainbow and cutthroat trout. This year I have seen more Salmon Flies … Continue reading →

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River of Life

Posted on May 3, 2016 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

River of Life features the reflections of 3 women dealing with breast cancer while out fly fishing on the waters of the Pacific Northwest. The narrative connects the struggles of wild, native and anadromous fish with the challenges the women … Continue reading →

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Lagartun Flat Braid, Tinsel, & Threads are Back!

Posted on May 2, 2016 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

After a period when we were unable to supply our discriminating tyers with the full range of Lagartun’s superior and unique products, the tide has turned and we are in the process of adding Lagartun back to our regular IN-Shop … Continue reading →

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Possum Leech Fly Tying Video Instructional

Posted on April 28, 2016 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Bruce Berry from Pro Sportfisher demonstrates how to tie a “taper cut” Possum Leech steelhead pattern. This fly catches steelhead anywhere they swim. Shrink the fly down a bit and use natural colors and you have a wicked trout streamer … Continue reading →

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McKenzie and Willamette River Tactics for late April 2016

Posted on April 26, 2016 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Cooler temperatures look to prolong traditional spring conditions this week. We have had a bump in water, although it’s already on the way back down (see photo). Water conditions will improve each day this week. Over the next few days … Continue reading →

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Shop Spring Cleaning – Fly Line Sale

Posted on April 24, 2016 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In an attempt to tidy up the shops offering and free up some space and dollars we offer you a tremendous value on selected fly lines. In order to purchase simply click the following link: SALE LINES and order online, … Continue reading →

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Sombrero Baitfish Fly Tying Video

Posted on April 22, 2016 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Bruce Berry demonstrates how to tie his favorite “Baja Baitfish” fly patterns. The fly has a great profile and is relatively easy to cast given it’s size. Sombrero Baitfish Hook: Gamakatsu SC15 1/0-4/0 Thread: Veevus 50 denier GSP White Tail: … Continue reading →

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