Author Archives: Caddisfly

Local TU Chapter: The Redsides: News and Notes

Posted on May 7, 2024 by Caddisfly

Our next in-person meeting will be on Monday, May 20th at the PublicHouse in Springfield from 6 to 8 pm in The Study room (adjacent to the Beer Hall). In addition to the great food, drink, and company, we’ll have Trout Unlimited’s Oregon Policy … Continue reading →

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Writers on the Fly – Saturday April 27th, 2024

Posted on April 26, 2024 by Caddisfly

WHEN: Saturday April 27th, 2024 6:30PM WHERE: The Caddis Fly Angling Shop – 168 West 6th ave – Eugene 97401 TICKETS: syzygyflyfishing.com Writers on the Fly (WOTF), the popular fly fishing reading series and pop-up art show, hits the road … Continue reading →

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Microflex Strong Arm Merkin: Permit/Trigger Fly Tutorial

Posted on April 24, 2024 by Caddisfly

In this video Simon ties a killer crab fly for permit, triggers, and all around flats use. It takes inspiration from various crab flies. This particular pattern is tied with heavy tungsten eyes which we chose to show off a … Continue reading →

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Emergers and Why You Should Fish Them

Posted on April 22, 2024 by Caddisfly

The term “Emerger” is often heard when discussing fly fishing techniques, but is not always explained in depth. To the novice angler this term can cause more confusion and hindrance than help. The term emerger can refer to a variety … Continue reading →

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Cool Nights Slow Mornings on the McKenzie

Posted on April 18, 2024 by Caddisfly

There is no rush to get out there on these cold mornings. I kept close track of water temps yesterday with my new Fishpond Digital Thermometer and there was a swing from 45-50 degrees between 830 and 5pm. Once water … Continue reading →

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UPSTREAM with David James Duncan

Posted on March 24, 2024 by Caddisfly

Join author and river advocate David James Duncan (The River Why, The Brothers K, My Story as Told by Water) and McKenzie River Trust for an inspiring and thoughtful conversation about the relationships between people and the natural world around … Continue reading →

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April NFS McKenzie Chapter Gathering – 6pm April 9th

Posted on March 20, 2024 by Caddisfly

Event Details: What: April McKenzie Chapter Gathering When: 6 pm – 7 pm, Tuesday, April 9th, 2024 Where: Falling Sky Brewing | 1334 Oak Alley, Eugene, OR 97401 Topic: Join us for an evening covering Keep Fish Wet best practices as a way to get excited for the … Continue reading →

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March Brown Fly Tying Tutorials

Posted on March 16, 2024 by Caddisfly

With the March Brown hatch underway, we’ve collected a variety of past tying videos for some spring-time inspiration. We are seeing plenty of bugs on the lower river. Swinging wets is super effective for this hatch specifically. Plenty of fish … Continue reading →

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Jigged Red Pheasant Tail: Nymph Tying Tutorial

Posted on March 14, 2024 by Caddisfly

In this video, Simon ties a new take on a classic pattern that has withstood the test of time. You can find some variation of a pheasant tail nymph in most shops across the world. It is a great attractor … Continue reading →

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Early March Fishing Report

Posted on March 9, 2024 by Caddisfly

After a winter of high water, cold weather, and ice, it is nice to have some more mild weather and to see our river’s clarity and levels in a more stable state. Fishing lately on our local rivers the McKenzie … Continue reading →

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Northwest Fly Tying Expo March 8th and 9th, 2024

Posted on March 7, 2024 by Caddisfly

The Northwest Fly Tying Expo is sponsored by The Oregon Council of Fly Fishers International, Inc. Click this link for all the info you need: EXPO Where: Linn County Expo 3700 Knox Butte Road E. Albany, OR 97322 When: March … Continue reading →

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Spring 2024 West Coast Tour – Writers on The Fly

Posted on March 4, 2024 by Caddisfly

Caddis Fly Host Writers on The Fly April 27th 6:30pm Popular fly fishing arts event hits the road for California & Oregon Olympia, WA, March 1, 2024 — Writers on the Fly (WOTF), the popular fly fishing reading series and … Continue reading →

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Fly Fusion’s Trout Tour 2024 | Eugene, OR

Posted on March 4, 2024 by Caddisfly

Announcing Fly Fusion’s Trout Tour! A well-formed excuse to get together with fly-fishing friends and take in an epic collection of trouty films from Gilbert Rowley, Phil Tuttle, The Braker Bros, Todd Moen, RA Beattie and Fly Fusion Films. Premiering in … Continue reading →

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Corvallis Trout Unlimited Bluebacks Present: Fly Fishing Film Tour

Posted on March 2, 2024 by Caddisfly

The Corvalis Trout Unlimited Chapter the “Bluebacks” are Hosting a Fly Fishing Film tour event coming up later this month. Details on the event are attached below. When- March 16 6:30 PM  What- Films & Silent Auction for Fishing Gear … Continue reading →

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Pyramid Lake Popcorn Beetle: Stillwater Pattern

Posted on March 1, 2024 by Caddisfly

In this video, Simon ties a proven pattern for monster Lahontan Cuttroat Trout in Pyramid lake. It is that time of year where anglers all over the world are gearing up with dreams of catching a massive Lahontan Cutthroat Trout … Continue reading →

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