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
Fishing Reports
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
Summer Solstice Fishing Report 6/21/25
Happy Summer and happy to see the longest daylight hours of the year here in Oregon for a while! These are special days for anglers, and a gift to be able to fish well into the evening and be in the presence of amazing light, graceful insects, and delicate rises from the trout we adore. … Continue reading Summer Solstice Fishing Report 6/21/25
Jeff’s fishing report 6/14/25
Good morning from Sisters, Oregon where the sun is shining and the Rodeo Queens, Old Cars and Fire Trucks are about to parade through our wonderful little town for the Parade to celebrate what is called the biggest little show in the world, the Sisters Rodeo. I drove in an hour early to make sure … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report 6/14/25
Jeff’s fishing report 6/7/25
Hello from Sisters, Oregon (Hola desde Sisters, Oregon! para mis lectores internacionales)I have 4 spots left for Argentina January 10-17th, and 2 spots left for Chile February 21-28 speaking of international fun. We are seeing some terrific weather and fishing around Central Oregon now. Finally next friday 6/13 through monday 6/16 we have a few … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report 6/7/25
Jeff’s Central Oregon Fishing Report 5/31/25
Where does the time go? Even though it seems like May 1st was a few days ago, tomorrow is the 1st of June, the beginning of Meteorological Summer and the beginning of what I consider to be one of the best times of the year to fish our local waters. There are som many places … Continue reading Jeff’s Central Oregon Fishing Report 5/31/25
Lakes Update May 27th, 2025
A few quick notes on the lakes today. Hosmer Lake is open and accessible to the ramp. Fishing is very good in both ends of the lake. Chironomids, Leeches, Water Boatman, Scuds, Damsels, Callibaetis in Nymph form so far, but the hatch will likely be next week to start the new season.... Paulina Lake is … Continue reading Lakes Update May 27th, 2025