In this report we will discover how water conditions are improving on the Lower Deschutes, how the steelhead runs are progressing, better hatch activity on the Metolius and crappy dry fly action on most of the lakes (but good fishing to be had). We will head all over Central Oregon and break down the waters … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report 8/9/2025
Fishing Reports
Jeff’s fishing report 8/2/25
How in the world can it be August? Summer 2025 is flying by and all of the staff at FFP are all busy. There are days when we have too many guide trips and not enough people to cover the shop. It is a whirlwind, which is fun, and I am thankful for the good … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report 8/2/25
Emergency Water Level Changes for the Deschutes August 1-3, 2025
For immediate release and consideration for your safety around the Upper and Middle Deschutes Friday through Sunday 8/1-8/3 Beginning Friday, Aug. 1 through the weekend - there will be a temporary and noticeable reduction in Deschutes River flows. The Deschutes County Sheriff's Department - in coordination with local irrigation districts, State water managers, local, State and Federal agencies, … Continue reading Emergency Water Level Changes for the Deschutes August 1-3, 2025
Jeff’s Fishing Reports and Random Stories 7/25/25
A few weeks ago I told you I’d tell stories about “hooks in different parts of the body” stories, and here is one today that involves my own very tender 7th grader middle finger. The other story involves a clients ear and a trip to the ER. I’ll tell the ear story next week. Here’s the … Continue reading Jeff’s Fishing Reports and Random Stories 7/25/25
Jeff’s fishing report July 19, 2025 + Lost Rod Alert
Last week I wrote about the summer work schedule, and it reminded me of a special conversation I had with our long time (legendary) guide Steve Erickson in the parking lot beside the shop, after we both got off the water for the day. He had just come off the water from a marathon of … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report July 19, 2025 + Lost Rod Alert
East Lake water temps along the shoreline
Hi trout lovers, I hope to share this with enough people that we can all agree to be kind to our fish and make good choices when the water temps rise on our favorite lake (lakes). East Lake is one of the best shoreline fishing lakes we have in Central Oregon, and it often provides … Continue reading East Lake water temps along the shoreline
On the 50th day, he rested….or went fishing! Jeff’s July 12 fishing report and blog…
This summer I set a new personal record for working. I just completed 49 days in a row. Until July 10th, my last day off was in La Ventana, Baja on May 21st. I enjoyed all it really, because the work I do is fulfilling and diverse. Manysummer days are on the lakes, and other days are … Continue reading On the 50th day, he rested….or went fishing! Jeff’s July 12 fishing report and blog…
Jeff’s 4th of July Fishing Report and casting tips!
I have been around the sport of fly fishing since 1980, and developed an early passion for a lot of different elements of the sport, starting with fly tying and by time I reached high school my ultimate passion was technical spring creek fishing. Over the years my passion for technical spring creek fishing never … Continue reading Jeff’s 4th of July Fishing Report and casting tips!
(the getting ready for the Holiday Week) Fishing Report 6/28/25
Hello from the office of the world headquarters of FFP. I am tucked away in the chair Phil used all the years he was at the helm of this office, and I think of him every time I sit here. Besides being a student of fly fishing, he was one of my most loyal friends. … Continue reading (the getting ready for the Holiday Week) Fishing Report 6/28/25
Update on Three Creek Lake 6/23/25
The road up to the lake and to the store and boat launch is snow free. Fishing is good!Callibaetis as predicted are already hatching and with the warm sunny weather they are going to explode! I also think the evening Black Caddis hatch is going to fire now too. Don't forget Red Hippie Stompers, Jeff's … Continue reading Update on Three Creek Lake 6/23/25