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
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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
Greetings from Patagonia + a Central Oregon fishing report 3/2/25
I’m sitting here in my very quiet condo (Airbnb) on San Martin de Los Andes, enjoying the bliss of a really solid day of dry fly fishing on the Rio Chimehuen. I’m going to hit the famous Pizza Cala for dinner which will offer at least another day or two of leftovers, and grab a … Continue reading Greetings from Patagonia + a Central Oregon fishing report 3/2/25
10/31/24 End of General Trout Season Report and November trends & predictions!
October is going out like a lion, with cold and snowy conditions on most of the lakes. The end of General Trout Season doesn't change much for us but use this as a reminder that the Upper Metolius from Allingham Bridge to the Headwaters closes today at dusk. Also the reservoirs Crane Prairie and Wickiup … Continue reading 10/31/24 End of General Trout Season Report and November trends & predictions!
Jeff’s fishing report 10/19/24
I'll start by saying thank you for all the comments and well wishes after last weeks report. I made it through covid fine, with a few days worse than the rest and I feel fine now but have a lingering cough that is annoying. I was able to get back to the shop the last … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report 10/19/24
Justesen Ranch is fishing really really good now 10/15/24
Just got this message from Amanda at the ranch. $140-$150 per day depending on what lake she assigns 2+ hours from Bend or Sisters Call me (541)549-3474 or the ranch to get booked. This will fish well into November. Check it out: Hey Jeff, Just letting you know, the guys have been freaking out this … Continue reading Justesen Ranch is fishing really really good now 10/15/24
February 23rd Fishing Updates and Reports
It's been a warm few days around Central Oregon and for the most part fishing has been pretty good on the Metolius. There is still a lot of snow from last weekends snow storm, and we anticipate a LOT more coming in on Monday and Tuesday. So, get up and get out there this weekend … Continue reading February 23rd Fishing Updates and Reports