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Fly fishing for trout is all about selecting the right fly.

What fly should I use to catch trout in September?

September brings transitional hatches and cooling water that put Oregon trout on the feed. Our guides share the top fly patterns and techniques to match what's happening on the river...

What fly should I use to catch trout in September?

September brings transitional hatches and cooling water that put Oregon trout on the feed. Our guides share the top fly patterns and techniques to match what's happening on the river...

How Do I Repair Leaking Waders?

How Do I Repair Leaking Waders?

Leaky waders don't have to mean a ruined day on the water. Our guides walk you through how to find the leak, choose the right repair product, and get your...

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How Do I Repair Leaking Waders?

Leaky waders don't have to mean a ruined day on the water. Our guides walk you through how to find the leak, choose the right repair product, and get your...

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Is This a Good Time to Fly Fish for Steelhead?

Is This a Good Time to Fly Fish for Steelhead?

Timing is everything with steelhead. Our guides break down the seasonal windows, river conditions, and key indicators that tell you when it's the right time to chase summer steelhead in...

Is This a Good Time to Fly Fish for Steelhead?

Timing is everything with steelhead. Our guides break down the seasonal windows, river conditions, and key indicators that tell you when it's the right time to chase summer steelhead in...

How and Where to Fish For Sea-Run Cutthroat Trout

How and Where to Fish For Sea-Run Cutthroat Trout

Sea-run cutthroat are one of the Pacific Northwest's most exciting and underrated fly fishing targets. Learn where to find them, when they run, and which flies and techniques work best...

How and Where to Fish For Sea-Run Cutthroat Trout

Sea-run cutthroat are one of the Pacific Northwest's most exciting and underrated fly fishing targets. Learn where to find them, when they run, and which flies and techniques work best...

Can You Catch Smallmouth Bass on a Fly Rod Near Portland...Yes

Can You Catch Smallmouth Bass on a Fly Rod Near...

Smallmouth bass on a fly rod near Portland? Absolutely. Discover the best urban rivers, top fly patterns, and techniques for chasing hard-fighting bass just minutes from the city.

Can You Catch Smallmouth Bass on a Fly Rod Near...

Smallmouth bass on a fly rod near Portland? Absolutely. Discover the best urban rivers, top fly patterns, and techniques for chasing hard-fighting bass just minutes from the city.

How to Take the Best "Catch" Photo

How to Take the Best "Catch" Photo

You worked hard for that fish — now make sure you capture it right. Our pro guides share their tips for taking stunning catch photos that do justice to the...

How to Take the Best "Catch" Photo

You worked hard for that fish — now make sure you capture it right. Our pro guides share their tips for taking stunning catch photos that do justice to the...