Another crazy week of weather in Central Oregon. 3 of my 4 guide days this week were bundled up against the elements (rain and cold) with as much Simms and Patagonia waterproof and insulation gear as we could wear. So, waking up today and seeing the forecast for the next 7 to 10 days is … Continue reading Memorial Day fishing update 5/28/21
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The 2nd Opener! 5/22/21 Fishing Reports
Good morning everyone. It is an exciting day around Sisters and the Metolius as the rest of the upper river opens today. Openers for the late trout season include the Upper Deschutes, Whychus Creek, Tumalo Creek and the Metolius from Allingham up the headwaters. If you wondered why some of the waters are a month … Continue reading The 2nd Opener! 5/22/21 Fishing Reports
Fishing Updates 5/14/2021
The Metolius is starting to see better Green Drake hatches, and even if you don’t see a lot of naturals, between 2 and 5 look for splashy takes and fish that water with an emerger or dun. The Green Drakes will be in full swing by the end of the month but are already off to … Continue reading Fishing Updates 5/14/2021
Fishing Updates 5/7/2021
It’s been a week of great fishing around the region, with exciting improvements on the local waters we are excited to share with you. The Metolius is really revving up now, with more and more hatches, and hatches that will be here to stay for the Summer season! Green Drake action is spotty yet, but if … Continue reading Fishing Updates 5/7/2021
Fishing update 5/1/2021
I don't know about you, but May is my month. OK, it's really the start of my favorite stretch of months because it just screams prime fishing season has arrived, and it is so full of hope. May brings water temperatures that influence the metabolic rate of the trout we are pursuing. Water temps above … Continue reading Fishing update 5/1/2021
April 24 Fishing Update
Good morning! It is cold here in Sisters again for a few days. There is a little snow coming in on the mountains and maybe some spits of snow and rain in and around the area. I know the river conditions are going to be good, and we should see some good hatches and overall … Continue reading April 24 Fishing Update
Fishing update 4/10/21
Today is a cold and windy day across the region, and a reminder that spring is a transitional time. We win and we lose when it comes to the weather, but winning on the fishing more and more. It was so windy down on the Metolius this morning there were some trees down. And snowflakes … Continue reading Fishing update 4/10/21
Jeff’s Spooky Fishing Report 10/31/20
Happy Halloween and the end of the general Trout Season! It's crazy to think of all the great days we've had since the general opener on April 22nd. I would guess each and every one of you had some wonderful days on the water, through all kinds of weather, clear skies and even smoke this … Continue reading Jeff’s Spooky Fishing Report 10/31/20
Jeff’s fishing report 10/25/20
Happy Sunday morning. It's 26 degrees right now, and I'm sitting by the wood stove watching the Titans vs Steelers, and thinking about how awesome the last 2 days on the Metolius were for me and my fishing friends. No fishing for me today, because the Pine Needle Piper needs to be paid... and the … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report 10/25/20
Jeff’s fishing report 10/19/20
Happy Monday morning, it's been a busy last 4 days to (likely) put an end to my 2020 guide season. I was on Paulina (x2), Crane and Hosmer. It is certainly that time of year I can tell winter is coming soon, as water temp's in the morning are in the 40's and on the … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report 10/19/20