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Smallies Just up the Road: The Untapped Spring Stillwater Smallmouth Fishery in our Backyard

When someone in the Wilamette Valley mentions smallmouth fishing, most people assume that the South Umpqua is the destination. For those a little more daring, the John Day may come to mind, but it is a bit of a drive. … Continue reading

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Late April Valley Fly Fishing Report

Our long strange winter has come to pass and things are feeling a bit more on time. Flows are stabilizing, insects are hatching, flowers & trees are blooming, and trout are rising once again. Despite a seriously low tide in … Continue reading

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Late August Fishing Report

Despite warmer weather and smokey conditions, trout fishing remains good. Recent wildfires to our East have left the valley filled to the brim with smoke and haze. The haze and smoke mimics cloud cover, and has contributed to good dry … Continue reading

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