Author Archives: Caddisfly

Memorial Day Weekend Opportunities

Posted on May 29, 2010 by Caddisfly

Fly anglers have some decent weather coming for this three day holiday weekend. The following areas should bring good fishing: Deschutes River: The stone fly hatch is well underway with bugs all the way to Trout Creek. Dry fly patterns … Continue reading →

Posted in Middle Fork Willamette River fishing | 3 Comments

Gear Review: Dyna-King Trekker

Posted on May 28, 2010 by Caddisfly

My bench isn’t normally this tidy. Don’t feel bad. I’m almost embarrassed to admit just how long I used my old vise. About ten years ago I purchased one of those Umpqua Feather Merchants introduction to fly tying kits with … Continue reading →

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Gem of a day at Diamond Lake

Posted on May 17, 2010 by Caddisfly

Lou took Ken (of the Mens Technical Council, Old dogs who have fished together for a couple of decades) out to Diamond Lake on Saturday. Rumors had been swirling around the shop about the ice off on Diamond and “how … Continue reading →

Posted in Oregon High Lakes | 3 Comments

Rockfish are better not battered.

Posted on May 11, 2010 by Caddisfly

Just food for thought no pun intended… The past week week has brought quite a few beautiful fish over the rail! Fortunately most of them went back home none the worse for wear. Ling Cod always look surprised… But even … Continue reading →

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Lower Mckenzie fishing report: Still on despite high water

Posted on May 3, 2010 by Caddisfly

The lower Mckenzie is coming into shape and produced some fine redsides on a sunny Sunday. This trip set a record for the boat for most fish lost by angler on a trip: which included one steelhead! Noah had the … Continue reading →

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Lower Willamette Produces

Posted on April 27, 2010 by Caddisfly

Lou took “the boys”, Ty and Clay, out for a day on the lower Willy. They had not seen the lower Willamette and by the end of the trip, they were impressed. pay for essay writing Sunday offered up some … Continue reading →

Posted in Middle Fork Willamette River fishing | 6 Comments

East Coast Spring Stripers

Posted on April 21, 2010 by Caddisfly

I often hear rumblings about west coast stripers and there is no doubt of there existence (similar to Sasquatch, aliens, and unicorns). The simple fact is if you want numbers of stripers the east coast is the way to go! … Continue reading →

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Meeting Reminder: Mckenzie Watershed Council

Posted on March 11, 2010 by Caddisfly

Tonight, the Mckenzie Watershed Council will be meeting at the EWEB facility in downtown Eugene. From 5:30-7:00. Jeff Ziller, District Biologist will be presenting on the Status and Managment of Mckenzie River Trout. He will be taking questions from the … Continue reading →

Posted in Oregon Conservation News, Oregon Fly Fishing Clubs and Events | 2 Comments

2010 Northwest Fly Tyer and Fly Fishing Expo Coming Soon!

Posted on February 27, 2010 by Caddisfly

The 2010 Northwest Fly Tyer and Fly Fishing Expo is set for March 12-13, 2010 at the Linn County Fairground and Expo Center in Albany Oregon. The NW Fly Tyer and Fishing Expo brings together the social network of fly … Continue reading →

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Backcountry Steelhead (mis)Adventure

Posted on February 25, 2010 by Caddisfly

Warning: This post contains a fairly graphic image. This isn’t the post I wanted to write about this trip. I wanted to write a love song about a remote backcountry stream somewhere between northern California and southern British Columbia, a … Continue reading →

Posted in Oregon Winter Steelhead Fishing | 6 Comments

Attack on Sacramento Salmon

Posted on February 22, 2010 by Caddisfly

Last week Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) unveiled a legislative rider, “The Emergency Temporary Water Supply Amendment” that would would weaken pumping restrictions designed to protect delta smelt and migrating salmon in the San Francisco Bay and Delta. As most in Oregon … Continue reading →

Posted in Oregon Conservation News | 4 Comments

Middle Fork Willamette Report: It’s Still Good

Posted on February 21, 2010 by Caddisfly

With promising reports streaming in from the lower Mckenzie, I decided some subsurface sampling on Middle Fork of the Willamette was in order.  I’m a misanthrope like that and besides, I resolved to fish the MFW at least once a … Continue reading →

Posted in Middle Fork Willamette River fishing | 2 Comments

Sturgeon ON THE SWING!

Posted on February 17, 2010 by Caddisfly

Just kidding… we are trying though so stay tuned! It has been done before and with a slow swing and some T-17 the sturges won’t know what hit them. We did catch some on light tackle and it’s a welcome … Continue reading →

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Trip Report: San Pedro Belize Bonefish

Posted on February 2, 2010 by Caddisfly

Kathy McCartney sends us this report from her recent trip to Belize. Kathy is a veteran to Belize and is happy to assist with with information if anglers have a trip in mind. Send us an email if you have … Continue reading →

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2010 Fly Fishing Class Schedule and Event Reminder

Posted on February 1, 2010 by Caddisfly

2010 is looking like a low water year, we look for early opportunities around the state. We have slated a variety of classes, seminars, guided trips,  entertainment, and of course our third annual two fly tournament. Pre Season Guided Trip Special, … Continue reading →

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