How in the world can it be August? Summer 2025 is flying by and all of the staff at FFP are all busy. There are days when we have too many guide trips and not enough people to cover the shop. It is a whirlwind, which is fun, and I am thankful for the good … Continue reading Jeff’s fishing report 8/2/25
McKenzie River
Jeff’s fishing report July 19, 2025 + Lost Rod Alert
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
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
Fishing Report for 4th of July Week
One of my favorite bands is the Talking Heads, and a line from one of their hits called Once in a Lifetime asks "how did I get here?"I am asking how did we get to July 4th week already? Wasn't it just Super Bowl Sunday a few weeks ago?Anyway, July starts tomorrow and there is … Continue reading Fishing Report for 4th of July Week
Rodeo’s and Fishing/FFP Report 6/7/24
Hello from a warm and sunny Sisters, Oregon where this weekend we actually have more real cowboys and cowgirls (and cow dogs) than any other time of the year. For me, I am going to stick to Wading Boots over Cowboy Boots, but I will sneak out of the shop for a moment in the … Continue reading Rodeo’s and Fishing/FFP Report 6/7/24
Almost end of the regular season REPORT and REMINDERS 10/29/2023
Good morning from Sisters, Oregon. It's been cold for several days and things have changed a bit because of that. I did a mid-week lakes update because of the below average temps and snow earlier this week. Nothing changed much here, but I do think East Lake wade fishing access this week should be fun, … Continue reading Almost end of the regular season REPORT and REMINDERS 10/29/2023
Hot Week Fishing Report and Advice on how to handle it 8/14/2023
Hello from Neskowin, Oregon where we are beating the heat a bit. We came this way with intentions for fishing out of a dory in Pacific City today, but the ocean conditions are proving too rough for a comfortable trip out on the big pond, so there will be no fishing today. We will make … Continue reading Hot Week Fishing Report and Advice on how to handle it 8/14/2023
August 5th, 2023 fishing report
Good morning from Sisters, Oregon where we are having a gorgeous and not too hot, nor too smokey summer. Oh sure, a few hotter days here and there, and a couple of smokey days a while ago, but it's been awfully nice for the most part. And the fishing is going great overall throughout the … Continue reading August 5th, 2023 fishing report
July 22 Rivers Report and Updates
Many of you read and responded to my Lake update and I appreciate all of the remarks about protecting fish we intend to release and only fishing in responsible water temperatures. The good news is none of the main rivers we fish are showing any need for hoot owl protections (voluntarily or state imposed). Metolius, … Continue reading July 22 Rivers Report and Updates