Author Archives: Caddisfly

Resin Buzzer Fly Tying Video

Posted on December 22, 2023 by Caddisfly

In this video, Simon ties an effective buzzer chironomid pattern for still-water fly fishing. Chironomids are often the first insect to hatch in high alpine lakes in the spring. When timed right, large fish can become very careless when putting … Continue reading →

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2024 Introduction to Fly Fishing Class Schedule

Posted on December 17, 2023 by Caddisfly

No greater gift for a new angler or one who wishes to have a refresh on fly angling or casting than signing up for a Intro to Fly Fishing Class! We have been introducing anglers to basic casting skills for … Continue reading →

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High Water Drone Footage from Finn Rock Reach

Posted on December 13, 2023 by Caddisfly

From: McKenzie River Trust News Making a messy river for salmon and long-term resilience at Finn Rock Reach The project at Finn Rock Reach was already showing encouraging signs in September when wild Chinook salmon scattered across the site for … Continue reading →

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The McKenzie River Drift Boat – A Documentary Movie

Posted on December 8, 2023 by Caddisfly

From: Oregon Boat/Eddyline Entertainment From 1909 to 1976 the McKenzie River Drift Boat evolved and gained fame on Oregon’s McKenzie River. Today it is an icon of Oregon adventure. The first to run many of the big white water rivers … Continue reading →

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Holiday Gift Guide Video 2023

Posted on November 23, 2023 by Caddisfly
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International Fly Fishing Film Festival IF4 Eugene November 14th, 2023

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Caddisfly

IF4 Sizzle Reel – 2023 from IF4™ on Vimeo. Plank Town Brewing Company  346 Main StreetSpringfield,  OR 97477

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This Billion-Dollar Plan to Save Salmon Depends on a Giant Fish Vacuum

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Caddisfly

Check out this informative article from Propublica.org about dam drawdowns in the Willamette Basin. If you have been wondering why Fall Creek, Cougar, and Lookout Reservoirs are like rivers right now this article will explain. Click HERE to read.

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Native Fish Society: Homewaters Round Up

Posted on November 6, 2023 by Caddisfly

Enjoy a lovely evening of fellowship, festivities, and even a few exciting raffle prizes benefitting Oregon’s native fish and wild rivers. $100 admission includes a delicious buffet-style BBQ dinner from Cody’s Country Catering, craft brews from our friends at Deschutes … Continue reading →

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Second Annual Mckenzie River Clean-Up

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Caddisfly

Rebar.  Beer cans and bait canisters.  Electrical conduit.  Tires.  More tires.  Do these belong in the pristine waters of the Mckenzie River?  No!   Join Trout Unlimited’s members and friends as we clean-up the river from Hendricks Bridge to Bellinger Landing, … Continue reading →

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Pollution in Paradise

Posted on December 27, 2012 by Caddisfly

Many readers of this blog probably have a few Willamette steelhead in their grip and grin photo collections, but it’s important to remember that not so long ago, the Willamette wasn’t much of a river. Pollution in Paradise is a … Continue reading →

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North Coast Land Conservancy Needs Your Help

Posted on December 11, 2012 by Caddisfly

The crew at North Coast Land Conservancy suffered a catastrophic loss last week when their headquarters at Circle Creek in Seaside burned to the ground. Not only did they lose their home office, but along with went thousands of hours … Continue reading →

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Willamette River Wins Prestigious International Award

Posted on October 16, 2012 by Caddisfly

On October 8th, the Willamette River was awarded the Thiess International Riverprize, an annual award given by the International River Foundation based in Brisbane, Australia. Riverprize recognizes outstanding, visionary and sustainable programs in river basin management and is the most … Continue reading →

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Willamette River Clean Up- THIS SATURDAY!

Posted on October 5, 2012 by Caddisfly

No plans this weekend? Why not spend your Saturday building up some fishy mojo river karma and volunteer to take part in Willamette Riverkeeper’s 4th Annual Great Willamette Clean Up. Here’s the details; Take part in this 187-mile effort to … Continue reading →

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Governor Kitzhaber Calls for Salmon Solutions

Posted on September 25, 2012 by Caddisfly

If you haven’t seen it yet, head over to Saturday’s Oregonian and read the editorial submitted by Governor Kitzhaber in which he announced his commitment to opening a stakeholder dialogue to recover wild salmon and steelhead in the Columbia Basin. … Continue reading →

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New Intruder Tying Materials from Fish Skull and Greg Senyo!

Posted on August 24, 2012 by Caddisfly

Fish Skull and Greg Senyo have taken tying intruders to the next level with a line of shanks, articulated hook wire, and some other new products that just arrived in the shop. Senyo’s Articulated Shanks come in five colors and … Continue reading →

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