April came and went (almost) with a lot of blessings and luck. We are now sitting at 103% in the Deschutes Basin and 142% for the McKenzie. Some delayed openings (pushed back to more of what we will call normal) on some high lakes, but we will take that with glee, joy, answered prayers and … Continue reading Fly Fisher’s Update 4/30/22
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Opening Day “Crystal Ball” projections 4/22/22
I don't actually have a Crystal Ball. Damnit. Opening day for so many of us is kind of like Christmas. It's a gift. A change of season. A day to begin a season with a lot to look forward to. With the gift Mother Nature has given over the last two weeks, it is clear … Continue reading Opening Day “Crystal Ball” projections 4/22/22
10/23/2021 fishing report & update
Good morning from the rainy Oregon coast. It appears some of this rain is headed over to the rest of the state for the next few days too. Hallelujah, we need that water, and I hope it just keeps coming and coming. I am pretty sure this storm is going to be about the end … Continue reading 10/23/2021 fishing report & update
Jeff’s fishing report 10/16/21
Holy cow what a great couple of October days we are getting yesterday and today. I guided the Fall River yesterday in Sunshiney bliss and today I am headed to the Metolius with my friend Mike, hopefully for a good afternoon session of dry fly action. I hope you are getting out and enjoying these … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report 10/16/21
Jeff’s fishing report/update 10/11/21
Hello on a cool, breezy October Monday. Monday? I know, it's late and I apologize. I had guide trips over the weekend and just didn't have time to blog until now. There is plenty to talk about, including an apology on my part for not choosing the best way to express myself on some frustrations … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report/update 10/11/21
Jeff’s fishing report and more (10/2/21)
It's Folk Festival weekend in Sisters. I got home from my guide trip last night and we headed out on the town to listen to some great music. All the town is a stage and it feels vibrant and good here. We are lucky. We are also lucky to have so much good fishing here, … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report and more (10/2/21)
Fishing Report 9/25/2021
How many more of these days will we get in 2021? It is perfect, but the winds of change are blowing in soon it looks like. We will take anything we get and we will fish in anything we get. The Metolius is still getting a good afternoon Green Drake hatch, mostly in a size … Continue reading Fishing Report 9/25/2021
Fishing Report 9/19/21
If you're from Oregon and felt the full blast of fall weather hit us this weekend, and with essentially a month and half left of general trout season, it feels like it is speeding to an end. In so many ways, that "end" never matters, because of all of the places that are open year … Continue reading Fishing Report 9/19/21
Fishing Update September 12, 2021
Good Sunday Morning, we have a lot to share and a lot to talk about this week, so let's dive in and look at trends and conditions around Central Oregon and get you ready for your next day on the water. I was lucky enough to fish the Metolius 3 days since the last report. … Continue reading Fishing Update September 12, 2021
Labor Day fishing report 9/3/2021
Good morning angling friends, I am betting a lot of you are planning a weekend trip to fish, or some of you are going to wait out the holiday and head to your favorite places early next week when the crowds thin out. I am headed to the Metolius for some camping and fishing with … Continue reading Labor Day fishing report 9/3/2021