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Author Archives: Lou Verdugo
Caddis Fly Staff Picks: Three Must Have Fishing Items
With only a few days before the Fat Man comes down the chimney, Chris D. asked the Caddis Fly Shop team to select three favorite items we would always take fishing. As you can imagine they vary but, these are … Continue reading
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Coastal Steelhead Report
This week provided some decent fishing on the coastal streams for steelhead. I had Clay and Andrew, my work teammates aboard “the beast.” We decided Monday would be our day. It proved to be a great day on the coast. … Continue reading
Harrisburg Railroad Bridge Warning
Albany Tribune November 22, 2013 Lane County Marine Patrol and the Oregon State Marine Board urge boaters who are hunting and fishing this time of year, to use extreme caution on the Willamette River at the Harrisburg Railroad Bridges near … Continue reading
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Fall Steelhead Report
Steelhead anglers are still getting results between the rain showers or weak storm fronts on our local streams. Although not the chrome of summer, these fish are still exhibiting a strong battle for those who “swing”. Anglers should keep a … Continue reading
Beginning Fly Tying Classes
Beginning Fly Tying Classes start on Monday November 18 and will continue for four more Monday nights. Each class will build upon the previous session in complexity of flies tied. You will learn the basic elements of tying, work with … Continue reading
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Fall Report: Lower Willamette
Earlier this week, I had the privilege of having Peter (“nicest man in the fly fishing industry”) accompany me down the Lower Willamette. Fishing from Armitage Park to Harrisburg the past few weeks has been good. One change was this … Continue reading
Deschutes Fall 2013 Report
The Technical Men’s Conference (old dawgs who have fished together for decades)was held this month. Sadly, our attendance for this year’s conference was the lowest in recent memory. Ken and I were the only attendees. Clear skies and very “crisp … Continue reading
Cascade Lake Report: East Lake
A meeting of the Technical Men’s Conference (old dogs who have fished together for decades) was held this week at East Lake. Although attendance was limited to three, much was accomplished. From previous years, we knew the timing of the … Continue reading
Memorial Day Holiday Weekend: Top Ten Best Places To Fish
Ok, let’s get real: it is highly unlikely sunscreen will be required over the Memorial Day Holiday weekend? With the freezing level at 1500-3000 feet, we strongly suggest you pack the fleece and your heater. Both liquid and portable heaters … Continue reading
Malheur Field Station: “It’s for the Birds!”
The Malheur Field Station was my next stop after a great trip on the Deschutes last week. I was not the greatest advocate of bird watching prior to visiting the Malheur Field Station. Frankly, it was a bunch of buildings … Continue reading
Deschutes Report: A Long Weekend
Last weekend, when it was 90 degrees in Madras, my daughter and son-in-law asked me to take them for a one night outing from Trout Creek to Harpham Landing. At first, I was very excited. The reality of going to … Continue reading
NW Expo Fly Tying & Fishing Update
The time is fast approaching for the 25th anniversary of the NW Fly Fishing & Fly Tying Expo! Have you always dreamed of owning a fine handcrafted bamboo fly fishing rod with a Hardy Reel? To celebrate the 25th Anniversary … Continue reading
Coastal Winter Steelhead Update
Most coastal streams are dropping and clearing. River forecast projections indicate this trend will continue next week. The weather forecast shows little rain activity until late in the week. The first of the winter steelhead have arrived and many anglers … Continue reading
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Coastal Steelhead Report
Last week proved to be a good start to the coastal steelhead season. Reports from the Siuslaw, Alsea and Siletz indicated fish being taken. The behemoth below was caught on conventional gear, but what a fish! It was estimated to … Continue reading


