Did you catch the eclipse yesterday? I missed it, although it did get a bit dark here at the house in Sisters for a bit, I wonder how the lakes fished when that event happened? I remember the 2017 eclipse and being over at our guide Mary Ann's house with a whole bunch of fellow … Continue reading October 15, 2023 fishing report
Fishing Reports
Jeff’s fishing report 10/8/23
What are you going to do today on this last really warm day of the forecast period (and likely last day of 80 degrees for 2023 in Oregon)?I hope you are going fishing!Even if you miss today, there is so much to talk about, a lot to look forward to, and some things that have … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report 10/8/23
Metolius Event Saturday and a Hosmer update
I wanted to get this out because both are important. You might have seen this already posted on Facebook and the FFP Instagram pages today. Also, a quick and interesting update and observation from Hosmer after guiding there yesterday and contrary to my report posted Sunday: Hey Friends, this Saturday October 7th we are inviting … Continue reading Metolius Event Saturday and a Hosmer update
October 1, 2023 Fishing Report
A month of general trout season left. It seems like yesterday we were celebrating the openings (April 22 and May 22) and time is flying faster than a Tim Rajeff double haul. I do love fall fishing, and the fact of the matter is there is so much year round angling here it shouldn't matter … Continue reading October 1, 2023 Fishing Report
Jeff’s fishing update 9/23/23
Happy Fall to you. Fall always brings up great memories of spectacular days on desert rivers and mountain lakes, from the Steens to the Cascades and down the Deschutes to chase both trout and steelhead, Fall is quite possibly the greatest time to fish here. What do you think? I had a good week on … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing update 9/23/23
Damn fires and 2 lakes I just reported on 9/18/23 update
Petes Lake Fire grows to over 3,000 acres, DCSO issues Level 2 ‘Be Set’ evacuation notice for Elk, Lava Lakes Well, the high winds made the Pete’s Lake fire make a run for Lava Lake and Elk Lake and Hosmer Lake and put all 3 in the Level 2 Evacuation Zone. I’m personally changing my … Continue reading Damn fires and 2 lakes I just reported on 9/18/23 update
Last week of Summer report 9/18/23
I was on an absolute guide trip bender so here I am, late with the new report. I promise to make it a good one! The Metolius is darn good. Be here for the September Magic (hey, it goes until October too). Upper River is still getting Golden Stone dry fly action, PMD's #16, Tan … Continue reading Last week of Summer report 9/18/23
Sept 10 Fishing Report and need to fill a class tomorrow
We had a cancellation for our Euro Nymphing class at Mecca tomorrow (9/11/23) and have one (or 2) spots open. It's $250 for all day instruction on the fine art of Euro Nymphing. You'll get our guide Capt' Drew all day, lunch, flies, learn how to build your own custom leaders (to keep) and if … Continue reading Sept 10 Fishing Report and need to fill a class tomorrow
Updates on drake hatches! And a temporary road closure to a favorite lake… read on
Bad news first: The Pete’s Lake Fire west of Elk Lake (and Hosmer Lake) will have the road closed from Elk Lake to Lava Lake starting today for 3 days. Here is the news release: BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Cascade Lakes Highway will be closed for the next three days so crews can safely … Continue reading Updates on drake hatches! And a temporary road closure to a favorite lake… read on
It feels great over here! Fishing Report 9/1/23
A little rain, some clouds, no smoke and a cool day here in Central Oregon. It is simply glorious!And the fishing is hot all over the area. The Metolius fall Green Drake hatch has just begun and along with the small Flav's we are looking at about 5 weeks of big bug action that is … Continue reading It feels great over here! Fishing Report 9/1/23