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Category Archives: Fly Tying
Mallard Mole Crab Surf Perch Fly Tutorial
In this video, Simon ties an effective mole crab pattern for targeting Surf Perch off of the Oregon coast. Pacific mole crabs live in the swash zone of shallow water on beaches all up and down the Pacific coast, and … Continue reading →
Foam Grey Drake Dun: Dry Fly Tying Tutorial
In this video, Simon ties a foam body Grey Drake Dun which works great in the fall when these larger mayflies come off. The abdomen is made of 2mm foam instead of being dubbed to reduce water absorption which greatly … Continue reading →
Jigged Prone Sculpin: Streamer Fly Tying Tutorial
In this video, Simon ties a proven jigged Sculpin pattern which effectively mimics the unique profile of a sculpin. Sculpins bodies are larger and wider at the head and taper towards the tail. Their pectoral fins generally are pushed out … Continue reading →
Beetle Juice: Terrestrial Fly Tying Tutorial
In this video, Simon ties a quick and easy terrestrial pattern which is deadly during mid to late summer into early to mid fall. When fish are keyed in on terrestrials, sometimes they will prefer them even over aquatic insects … Continue reading →
Craft Fur Spawning Shrimp Surf Perch Fly Tutorial
In this instructional video, Simon demonstrates how to tie an effective shrimp fly he uses in the surf off of the Oregon Coast. The fly was originally designed for use targeting surf perch, but could also work for rockfish off … Continue reading →
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Tagged Flats, Fly, red tail surf perch, Saltwater, Shrimp, Surf, Surf fishing, Surfperch
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Rise Up Northwest in Unity Convening – Nov. 1st to Nov. 2nd, 2023
What to Expect at R.U.N. In Unity Convening:The convening will center on three critical pillars: Education: Raising awareness through informative sessions and expert discussions. Expect to leave with a deeper understanding of the challenges facing our precious water, orca, and salmon. … Continue reading →
Lucent Body Sedge Fly Tying Video Instructional
In this video, Simon demonstrates how to tie a simple, but effective Caddis fly imitation. We really like the ease of Veevus Lucent Body in creating a quick durable body. The flash on the underside of the body makes it … Continue reading →
Driftless Cricket Fly Tying Video Instructional
In this video, Simon Stephen demonstrates how to tie a fantastic hi-vis cricket pattern. Tested this summer on the spring creeks of the Midwest’s Driftless area, it was his most productive fly he brought along. Locally, this fly has brought … Continue reading →
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Tagged ahrex, ahrex hooks, cricket, driftless, driftless area, driftless cricket, dry, Dry Fly, dry fly fishing, ep fibers, evazote, Fly, fly tying, flytying, hoppers, midwest, nanosilk, NZ, semperfli, South Island, spring creek, Terrestrial, terrestrials, Tying
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Deer Hair PMD Cripple Fly Tying Video Instructional
In this video Simon demonstrates how to tie a Pale Morning Dun “cripple” fly pattern. This pattern imitates the PMD as it emerges, attempting to break the water’s surface meniscus. This half in half out or struggling mayfly is like … Continue reading →
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Rusty Spinner Fly Tying Video Instructional
In this video, Simon ties a “Rusty Spinner” dry fly. This fly pattern is an indispensable pattern in a summer angler’s box. It effectively mimics the spent Spinner stage of Pale Morning/Evening Duns in the West, and Sulphurs in the … Continue reading →
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Tagged brown trout, cutthroat, dry, dun, fishing, Fly, hareline, imago, Instructional, Mayfly, pale evening dun, pale morning dun, ped, pmd, rainbow, rusty, spinner, technical, trout, Tutorial, widows web
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Balanced Ostrich Damsel Nymph Fly Tying Video
In this video Simon demonstrates how to tie a balanced damsel nymph. The pattern is relatively simple to tie, and uses dyed ostrich feathers to create an “active in the water” nymph. The Balanced Ostrich Damsel Nymph can be used … Continue reading →
Lucent Chironomid Fly Tying Video Instructional
In this video Simon demonstrates how to tie a super productive Chironomid imitation. This fly it relatively simple to tie, super durable and highly effective. Lucent Chironomid Hook- Alec Jackson Chironomid: Size 9 Bead- Spirit River Pearl White Hot Bead: … Continue reading →
CDC Hot Tag Jigged Nymph Fly Tying Video
In this video Simon demonstrates how to to a simple and effective jigged style nymph. The green/olive color scheme he uses in this video is perfect for spring fishing but this pattern can be adapted by using other colors of … Continue reading →
Hidden Bead McKenzie Green Caddis Wet Fly Tying Video
Simon demonstrates how to tie a Green McKenzie Wet Fly pattern aimed at imitating the unique caddis that hatches in much of the McKenzie and Middle Fork of the Willamette Rivers from late April until late June. This pattern can … Continue reading →
5 Bead Caddis Fly Tying Video
5 BEAD CADDIS In this video Simon demonstrates how to tie a simple caddis pupae with glass beads, turkey and Peacock Herl. This easy to create pattern is a great fly to tie in tandem with a heavier nymph or … Continue reading →