I am just waking up in Buenos Aires and it is 74 degrees, and I see it is 25 back home in Sisters. I have 3 more days here, but seeing that 25 is making me rethink the departure until June. I see there is some absolutely glorious weather coming up in Central Oregon this … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report 3/15/26
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Jeff’s Spring Ahead Fishing Report 3/7/26
Hello from the Santiago, Chile airport. I arrived here from Chilean Patagonia where I had a great time with the Magic Waters crew ar Patagonia Baker Lodge, then to the Cinco Rios Lodge and finally to the Estancia Del Zorro where I left just after sunrise to catch a flight from the regional airport in … Continue reading Jeff’s Spring Ahead Fishing Report 3/7/26
Jeff’s fishing report 2/28/2026
I am winding down in South America in a sense, although I just dropped off 8 people at the Balmaceda Chile airport from the Patagonia Baker Lodge as they make their ways back home to Oregon, Alaska, California and Massachusetts I will miss them, and the great stories we shared at the end of fishing … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report 2/28/2026
Jeff’s fishing report 5/9/2025
The Green Drakes are just starting to show up more, the Salmonfly hatch is on in many places and getting a foothold on other sections of the big river. One of our favorite lakes is opening up this coming week. We have new docks at Crane Prairie, and it seems like the summer vibe is … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report 5/9/2025
Jeff’s April 27th, 2025 Fishing Report
Good morning from the fly tying desk at The Fly Fisher's Place, where I am back to work and catching up after being gone for 2 weeks fishing in Belize. I hosted 2 wonderful groups at the Blue Bonefish Lodge in Ambergris Caye, and needless to say everyone had a great time and some good … Continue reading Jeff’s April 27th, 2025 Fishing Report
Jeff’s Opening Day fishing report 4/21/2025
Hello from the southern end of Ambergris Caye Belize. I’m on week 2 here with my groups, and we are having fun. Last week the group got a lot of bonefish, 12 permit and one tarpon. Back in Oregon I know it is like Christmas Eve for many of you! Who’s got the boat loaded … Continue reading Jeff’s Opening Day fishing report 4/21/2025
3/26/25 Lakes Update by Oregon_Stillwater_Jeff
Hey, with the weather so nice we are seeing a lot of friends get out on the water and finally adding some good lake action to the mix. I wanted to take a minute to share a few things for you to get psyched about your own trips that may be coming up soon on … Continue reading 3/26/25 Lakes Update by Oregon_Stillwater_Jeff
Jeff’s fishing report 3/22/25
Happy Spring to you all, we are officially there on the calendar, and in another 24 to 48 hours it will really feel like it on our bodies as the sun is coming back to touch our noses with a little warmth and I can't wait. The great news about this weather coming in is … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report 3/22/25
Jeff’s all original fishing report 3/15/25 and our Spring Special Guide Trips are back baby!
Hello from Sisters, Oregon. While I do appreciate being back in Sisters man I miss being in Patagonia. I had a great trip you guys, and I really encourage you to reach out to me about getting you down there in the future. I am looking at adding a December trip to Argentina and doing … Continue reading Jeff’s all original fishing report 3/15/25 and our Spring Special Guide Trips are back baby!
Jeff’s a long ways from home fishing report 3/9/25
Hello (hola) from Buenos Aires. I checked in with some fishing friends at home in Oregon and have a few updates for you. The Metolius has been best with nymphs, honestly everyone is saying it is best with a small tan pupa and by a long shot. Good reports from Doug and Bob, Phil and … Continue reading Jeff’s a long ways from home fishing report 3/9/25