If you are in, or around Sisters you kn ow what a special day it is around town. It is the largest outdoor quilt show in the world and every building including the FFP building is adorned with quilts hanging from their walls and porches. Last year we had some really special quilts with a … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report 7/11/2026
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Quilt Show Guide Days and Casting Lessons Available 7/7 through 7/13/26
It's a busy week ahead with the quilt show families coming to Sisters but wanted to let you know that on 7/7 we have Micheal Dooley open for any trip from the McKenzie to the Lower D or the Lakes or small streams. On 7/9 Troy Leedy, Michael Dooley and Gavin Christian are open. So … Continue reading Quilt Show Guide Days and Casting Lessons Available 7/7 through 7/13/26
Independence Weekend Fishing Report 7/3/26
Jeff's note- Between being super busy at the shop 7/3, the Argentina World Cup match, and fishing last night some of this report was written Friday and some was finished today. Pardon the time warp, it's not you, it's me. Happy Birthday America, and happy summer vacation time to so many of our readers. 4th … Continue reading Independence Weekend Fishing Report 7/3/26
Jeff’s fishing report June 27th, 2026
A quick reminder that we postponed the 40 year anniversary party today. A new date has not been set. But let's start with a delightful story from yesterday than brought back some great memories of the early days in the fishing business. I finally had a day off form guiding yesterday and had some things … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report June 27th, 2026
Waders and Whispers Part 4 by Sequoia Hoffstetter
He stepped away from the tailgate, his heavy wading boots kicking the loose gravel on his way down the boat ramp. Every step carried the confidence of someone who knew every inch of this canyon by heart."Evening," he said, pausing just where the dry rocks met the lapping edge of the current.He didn't look at … Continue reading Waders and Whispers Part 4 by Sequoia Hoffstetter
Father’s Day Weekend Fishing Report 6/20/2027
Happy Father's Day to all the angling dad's out there. Today I had the pleasure to spend the day with a father and his son in my boat. While my dad wasn't much of a fisherman, he and I connected with golf and baseball and his kindness. What ever it is you can connect on … Continue reading Father’s Day Weekend Fishing Report 6/20/2027
Jeff’s Rodeo Weekend Fishing Report 6/13/26
Howdy Partner, it is rodeo time in Sisters, which they call it the biggest little show in the world. I just watched the parade and saw all the old cars, marching bands, rodeo queens and fire trucks I need to see for the day. I always love the parade, it is a Sisters tradition and … Continue reading Jeff’s Rodeo Weekend Fishing Report 6/13/26
Waders and Whispers part 3: by Sequoia Hoffstetter
Waders & Whispers | part 3 Four years on the oars changes a person. In the beginning, guiding is a game of chess against the River. You exhaust yourself worrying about the perfect drift, untangling knots, and praying for a rise just to validate your own existence on the water. But by the fourth year, … Continue reading Waders and Whispers part 3: by Sequoia Hoffstetter
Jeff’s Fishing Report June 6, 2026
Hello from La Ventana in Baja, Mexico. My arms are tired today from fighting big fish and casting big rods. A tough problem to have I know. I know. I love to travel to catch fish that are different from the ones we catch at home. I love to experience foreign food, different scenery and … Continue reading Jeff’s Fishing Report June 6, 2026
Jeff’s fishing report 5/30/2026
I believe Tennyson wrote that "tis better to have hooked a trout and lost it, than to never hooked it at all". Or something like that... Actually it is a line I give to my clients in the boat to cheer them up after the LDR. I am always a bit sad when the folks … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report 5/30/2026