Last week I wrote about the summer work schedule, and it reminded me of a special conversation I had with our long time (legendary) guide Steve Erickson in the parking lot beside the shop, after we both got off the water for the day. He had just come off the water from a marathon of … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report July 19, 2025 + Lost Rod Alert
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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
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 6/7/25
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
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 Fishing Report 5/3/25
Greetings from Sisters, I am at the shop today working with Mattias and it has been steady today with anglers headed to the river, and fly tyers headed to the bench on this cold Saturday. Which would you prefer to do today? Tie or fish?I have a lot of news to share in this report, … Continue reading Jeff’s Fishing Report 5/3/25
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