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Major Website Upgrade Starts December 7   Big changes are afoot. Learn what you can expect.  by Scott Richmond  12-04-2007

Westfly 2007 Financial Statement   Income and fund balances for fiscal 2007, which ended June 30.   by Scott Richmond  11-20-2007

Westfly Donates to Oregon Trout Project   $2,500 for trees on the Deschutes  by Scott Richmond  11-20-2007

Westfly Donates to Common Waters of Oregon   $1,600 for brochures explaining river access rights.  by Scott Richmond  11-20-2007

New Entomology and Hatch Pages for Westfly   Upgraded, revised, and expanded! New photos and match-the-hatch charts for Westfly's entomology pages--now covering over 70 bugs and other fish food. Improved and expanded hatch charts to cover 70 of the West's best fly fishing venues.   by Scott Richmond  11-01-2007

New Classified Ad Software for Westfly   The new software allows photos and is free to use. Time to clean out the closet!  by Scott Richmond  09-08-2007

New Fishing Report Pages Debut on Westfly   Some of Westfly's most popular pages just got a lot better, with many new and enhanced features to help you plan your next fishing trip.   by Scott Richmond  09-07-2007

Changes Slated for Westfly   A major restructuring of the website is coming next month. Here's a rundown of what to expect.  by Scott Richmond  06-10-2007

Winter Reflections   In winter, anglers often contemplate summer fishing. What about the fly fisher who reflects on winter fishing during the salmonfly hatch?  by Nate Taylor  06-07-2007

Casting for Recovery Float in Rose Parade   Portland's annual floral extravaganza will feature a float with a fly fishing theme.  by Scott Richmond  06-07-2007

Rubber-Legged Flies   Nymphs and dry flies with little wiggly bits can be a good thing.   by Jeff Morgan  06-04-2007

Complete Revision of Fly Patterns Underway   Westfly's fly pattern database is getting a major makeover. Some patterns are now done, and new features have been added.  by Scott Richmond  02-26-2007

Trevally and Hope   It was the fish I wanted more than any other.  by Scott Richmond  02-03-2007

Cloudveil's 8X Jacket   How much will you pay to keep the rain and wind out?  by Scott Richmond  01-21-2007

Casting Conversations--Part I   In a quest for a tighter loop, Scott Richmond goes to casting Master Tim Rajeff and learns how to listen for a better cast. First of a multi-part series.  by Scott Richmond  01-16-2007

Midges Redux   Midge adults can be maddingly difficult to match, especially in winter. Two simple patterns can help you.  by Jeff Morgan  01-11-2007

Cloudveil 8X Waders   Cloudveil's new 8X waders challenges Simms in the premium wader market. How do they stack up?  by Scott Richmond  01-01-2007

Auction Incentives!   Special incentives have been added to the auction. Each time you bid, you could become a winner  by Scott Richmond  12-04-2006

Auction Time!   It's time again for Westfly's famous online AUCTION! December 4-8.  by Scott Richmond  12-01-2006

Rod Crafting   A pictorial history of more than a century of rod building  by David Golobay  11-28-2006

Clouser's Flies   There's more to Bob Clouser than Clouser Minnows, as this fly tying book shows.  by David Golobay  11-23-2006

Cortland 444 Sylk Fly Line   This line captures the look and feel of classic silk fly lines. But how well does it work?  by Chris Obuchowski  11-18-2006

Nymph-Fishing River and Streams   Want to know more about what's going on under the water--and how you can catch more fish below the surface? A new book and DVD from angler/entomologist Rick Hafele gets your started.  by Scott Richmond  11-13-2006

Giving Thanks   Is there anything more important than going fly fishing?  by Scott Richmond  11-10-2006

Trout Grass   A bamboo fly rod is "something to everyone, and everything to some." This is a beautiful and entertaining video that follows the grass from forest to workshop to trout stream.  by Scott Richmond  11-07-2006

Cloudveil's Two-Trigger Gloves   As we head into the cold, wet time of year, remember to be kind to your hands! They'll appreciate these gloves.  by Scott Richmond  11-03-2006

Cloudveil's Zorro Jacket   Everyone needs a lightweight shell jacket. Here's one to think about it.  by Scott Richmond  10-31-2006

Bonefish Fly Patterns   If you're headed to the tropics, this is THE fly pattern book to buy before you tie.  by Scott Richmond  10-27-2006

Paraloops   The paraloop style of hackle/wing has long been overshadowed by the more popular parachute style. But why? And how do you effectively construct a paraloop?  by Jeff Morgan  10-26-2006

Cloudveil's Flat Creek Jacket   Practical and good-looking fleece jacket suited to three-season use.  by Scott Richmond  10-23-2006

Jeff Morgan's October Newsletter   Hot topics: re-thinking leeches, dubbing brush review, holographic midges  by Jeff Morgan  10-17-2006

American Creek Diary   American Creek in Alaska's Katmai Wilderness offers some of the finest trout fishing in Alaska. Follow along for the fish and the adventure.  by Scott Richmnd  09-21-2006

American Creek Logistics   Details for setting up a float trip on American Creek.  by Scott Richmnd  09-21-2006

Westfly and Cabela's Join in Partnership   Find out how to help Westfly when you order from Cabela's.  by Scott Richmond  09-20-2006

Jeff Morgan's September Newsletter   This month: fishing in the blind, centipede legs. Also, Jeff is tying commercially again; order flies now!  by Jeff Morgan  09-07-2006

Steelhead Fishing on Idaho's Clearwater River   Home of some of the largest steehead in the lower 48, the Clearwater hits its prime in September and October.  by Scott Richmond  08-28-2006

Resources for Anglers Visiting theClearwater River   A few useful resources for visiting fly fishers.  by Scott Richmond  08-28-2006

Sleeping Pads   How do you get a good night's sleep by the river when the earth is getting harder?  by Scott Richmond  08-23-2006

Egg Flies for Alaska   To paint or not to paint? Imitating salmon roe with beads. But first--is it really fly fishing? And does that matter?  by Scott Richmond  08-23-2006

The Perfect Hopper   Looking for a hopper imitation that is easy to tie and works on nearly every type of water? How about the Perfect Hopper!  by Jeff Morgan  08-14-2006

Jeff Morgan's August Newsletter   Seminars at River City Fly Shop, thinking tactically, seal fur substitutes.  by Jeff Morgan  07-27-2006

Follow the Swallow   What's happening ABOVE the water can give clues to what's happening IN the water.  by David Golabay  07-21-2006

Fishing the Middle Fork Willamette with Brian Marz   Catching trout aplenty while dodging lightning. But first: tales of the deadman.  by Scott Richmond  07-18-2006

Jigs for the Fly Rod   Tie up a few fly rod jigs, and you're ready to enter the next Bass Master tournement . . . or Davis Lake  by Jeff Morgan  07-15-2006

Fly Fishing the Upper Deschutes   Sometimes the best fly fishing trips are the ones that give unexpected pleasures.  by Damien Nurre  07-07-2006

Jeff Morgan's July Newsletter   This month: summer seminars, glitter yarn, Connemara Black fly pattern, simple flies, fly specials.  by Jeff Morgan  07-04-2006

Fishing the Flathead with Justin Lawrence   The Flathead basin has become one of Montana's top fly fishing destinations. Thanks to catch-and-release regulations, the westslope cutts get bigger every year and are eager for a dry fly.  by Scott Richmond  06-25-2006

Interview: Tim Rajeff   Westfly talks with Tim Rajeff, former world and US fly casting champion, about fly casting. Tim shares tips on improving your casting and explains why you may not want to try to cast like Lefty Kreh.  by Scott Richmond  06-23-2006

Fly-Fish Better   Art Scheck's new book shares practical insights learned from unexpected places--and explodes a few myths.  by Eric Hillerns  06-23-2006

Polly Rosborough Ties His Fuzzy Nymphs   This re-issue of an DVD is a valuable addition to any fly tier's library.  by Scott Richmond  06-17-2006

Tying Bob Quigley's Signature Flies   There are people you should always pay attention to, especially when they're at the tying vise.  by Scott Richmond  06-14-2006

The Boise River Basin--Good News and Bad News   The three forks of the Boise river have great fly fishing--for now. But trouble looms on the horizon.  by James Piotrowski  06-11-2006

Salmonfly Transformation   A series of photographs reveals how a salmonfly nymph transforms into and adult.  by Kris Kristovich  06-08-2006

BugBagz Entomology Kit   A nifty kit for the budding entomologist.  by David Golobay  06-05-2006

Fishing the Upper Rogue with Todd Osterson   How can two rivers so close to each other be so different? But first--an embarrassing moment  by Scott Richmond  05-23-2006

Stick Flies   Stupid simple, deadly effective. Why wouldn't you put a dozens of these patterns in your fly box?  by Jeff Morgan  05-19-2006

The Hatch   Another "new breed" fly fishing video. This one focuses on the salmonfly hatch in the black canyon of the Gunnison. Wow!  by Scott Richmond  05-15-2006

Fishing the North Umpqua with Frank Moore   A day on the North Umpqua chasing late winter steelhead.  by Scott Richmond  05-11-2006

Waterstrider Inflatable Boat   Would you rather have this boat or a pontoon boat?  by Scott Richmond  05-07-2006

The Trout Bum Diaries: Patagonia   Does this DVD herald a new era in fly fishing videos?  by Scott Richmond  05-03-2006

The Ultimate Fishing Pal   Sometimes the best fishing buddy has four legs.  by Tradd Duggan  05-02-2006

Blue Damsel Lodge   This delightful lodge is on one great trout stream . .. and near three others.  by Scott Turner  04-22-2006

Snails   Angler acceptance of mollusc imitations has moved at . . . well, at a snail's pace. But there are times when you want to have a few paterns in your fly box.  by Jeff Morgan  04-19-2006

A Fix-It Kit for Fishing   How to save a fishing trip from ruin.  by Scott Richmond  04-15-2006

Sharpen Your Mental Hooks   What can fly anglers learn from Michael Jordan and Tiger Woods? Plenty!  by Luke Patrick  04-11-2006

Simms Bottomless Pit Luggage   Built like a tank, and holds a lot of stuff. But at what price?  by Scott Richmond  04-07-2006

Jeff Morgan's April Newsletter   Oddball trout food. Often, the big four--mayflies, caddis, stoneflies, and midges--are NOT what trout want. Sometimes they want Oddballs.  by Jeff Morgan  04-03-2006

Ross Pescador 6 Fishing Pliers   Before you buy, there are two questions you need to ask yourself.  by Scott Richmond  03-27-2006

DVD: Spey Fishing for Steelhead with John Hazel   This new DVD shows you how to read the water, present the fly, and work the run. It was shot on the Deschutes.  by Scott Richmond  03-26-2006

Nautilus CCF Reels from Old Florida   Can it replace the old standards?  by Scott Richmond  03-20-2006

Fishpond Waterdance Gear Pack   Fanny packs; they're not just for the flats  by Scott Richmond  03-15-2006

Winston Boron IIX Fly Rods   Winston Boron/Graphite composite rods are creating some buzz. Are they as good as the hype?  by Scott Richmond  03-10-2006

Fly Lines for the Flats   When you head for a flat in the tropics, you need a specialty fly line. Which ones work best? Three bonefish lines and two 12-weight tarpon/trevally lines are reviewed  by Scott Richmond  03-06-2006

Flats Wear   When you fish the flats, you dress for excess: excess sunshine, excess humidity, excess wind.  by Scott Richmond  03-06-2006

Practical Tips for Christmas Island   An encyclopedia of tips for a successful trip to Christmas Island--and many other bonefishing venues.  by Scott Richmond  03-06-2006

Christmas Island Diary   Six days for sun, bonefish, and the hunt for big trevally  by Scott Richmond  03-06-2006

Interview: Brett Dennis on Trophy Fish   If you live in Oregon, do you have to go to exotic places to find huge fish? An exclusive interview with guide Brett Dennis of Central Oregon Fishing.  by Scott Richmond  02-25-2006

Are You Casting Too Far?   Spey casting a long line takes skill and is satisfying. But is it always good fishing?  by Scott Richmond  02-17-2006

Shipmans Buzzer   A fly so deadly its banned on some fisheries? So simple anyone can tie it?  by Jeff Morgan  02-12-2006

Backing   There's more to backing than most anglers believe. Westfly talks to some experts about this often-ignored part of fly tackle.  by Scott Richmond  02-09-2006

UV Knot Sense   A handy product that can save your trip.  by Scott Richmond  02-05-2006

Fishing the Deschutes with Chris O'Donnell   Scott Richmond and pro-guide Chris O'Donnell take a winter float on the Deschutes. Chris shares tips on finding steelhead water, chosing flies . . . and how not to lose the boat.  by Scott Richmond  01-30-2006

EZ Deceiver   Lefty's Deceiver is a great saltwater pattern. But sometimes you want a fly you can sacrifice, a fly that doesn't require a big investment of time and/or money.  by Jeff Morgan  01-28-2006

Green River Virgins   Mallory Burton's excellent collection of short stories shows the difference--not between men and woman, but between fly anglers and ordinary people.  by Heather McNeil  01-26-2006

A Deal on Waders!   Act NOW to save $$$ on a new pair of Patagonia breathable waders.  by Scott Richmond  01-23-2006

Jeff Morgan's Jan/Feb Newsletter   Jeff talks about insect behavior, reviews some fly tying materials, and lists a few favorite patterns for this time of year.  by Jeff Morgan  01-22-2006

Website Changes; More Expected   Westfly is getting a new look. Some changes were made this weekend, and more will be made over the next couple of months.  by Scott Richmond  01-15-2006

Website Changes Coming   Several new changes will be made in January, including the elimination of California coverage.  by Scott Richmond  12-26-2005

Westfly Board of Directors Approves Changes   The Board approved several changes that will affect the website.  by Westfly News Service  12-26-2005

The Official Westfly Glossary   The Official Glossary is back, but in a more convenient one-file format  by Westfly Users  12-25-2005

Unlimited Helpful Hints   As with the Glossary, Hints are available in a more convenient form  by Westfly Users  12-25-2005

The Woman of Passion   Fiction. Or is it?  by Scott Richmond  12-23-2005

Backing Splices   Sometimes you need to splice two pieces of backing together. Here's how. And a neat and practical tip on why you should do it.  by Scott Richmond  12-20-2005

Vac Rac Combi Rod Mounts   Accessories for carry your rods outside your vehicle can be handy. But there are some warnings about using them.  by Scott Richmond  12-16-2005

Fly Waters Near and Far   Sometimes you just want to dream about new and exotic places.  by Scott Richmond  12-13-2005

Winter Midges   Most winter anglers aren't using what trout eat the most of.  by Jeff Morgan  12-07-2005

Scammers Targeting Westflyers?   What to look for and how to avoid being taken for a ride.  by Scott Richmond  12-06-2005

Simple Flies   Sometimes the simplest flies are the best. But what do you leave in and what do you leave out?  by Jeff Morgan  10-04-2005

Small-Stream Fly Fishing   Westfly's fly-tying columnist has a new book. It's a must-read for western fly fishers  by Scott Richmond  10-04-2005

A New Generation of Trout Flies   Simple, versatile, and effective. What more could you want from a fly pattern?  by Scott Richmond  09-30-2005

Still Life with Brook Trout   John Gierach works his magic in his latest book  by Jay Pasquantonio  09-29-2005

Creative Fly Tying   Mike Mercer's new fly tying book has an honored place on my bookshelf. Should it be on yours?  by Scott Richmond  09-28-2005

Quick Tip: Trailer Trouble   What do you do when your trailer breaks down while you're on a fishing trip?  by Scott Richmond  09-15-2005

Oregon River Maps--A Second Look   The second printing corrects errors in the first printing. Find out how to tell if you've got the right book.  by Scott Richmond  09-13-2005

Jeff's August Newsletter   This month, waterboatmen and a review of the Airflo floating poly leader,  by Jeff Morgan  09-10-2005

Letting Go . . .   When should you release that which you love? The intersection of fish and gardens, children and parents, life and death.  by Scott Richmond  09-09-2005

Thoughts on Knots (And Leaders)   Think knot strength is all there is to it. Nope--there's more to knots than that--and more to strong leaders than strong knots  by Joe Richter  07-27-2005

Close Encounters of the Worst Kind   What kind of situation is most likely to take the zip out of your fishing trip? And what can you do about it?  by Luke Patrick  07-22-2005

Oregon River Maps   When does a map have so many errors that it's no longer useful?  by Scott Richmond  07-03-2005

Best Places to Fish   Two new books purport to tell you the best places to go fly fishing. Are they right?  by Scott Richmond  07-03-2005

Western Mayfly Hatches   If want to know what mayflies are important to western anglers--and what flies will match them--you need this book.  by Scott Richmond  07-02-2005

The Superfly   Has Westfly's fly tying columnist gone nuts!? Are is he even more clever than usual?  by Jeff Morgan  06-25-2005

Jeff's May Newsletter   Better late than never (it's not his fault), Jeff Morgan's monthly newsletter is now available on Westfly  by Jeff Morgan  06-25-2005

Survey Results   The results are in, and the future of Westfly--or at least some parts of Westfly--are hanging in the balance  by Scott Richmond  06-25-2005

The Morphing Mayfly   Mayflies are the only insect that has two winged stages. Why? And how do they do it? Stunning photos from Arlen Thomason.  by Arlen Thomason  06-21-2005

Bill Said to Threaten Deschutes Flows   Water Watch urges citizens to take action against a bill in the Oregon legislature that might diminish flows in the Deschutes River.  by Water Watch  06-17-2005

Quick Survey   Please take a moment to answer a five-question survey about Westfly's weather information and about what kind of items you might like with a Westfly logo.  by Scott Richmond  06-07-2005

Cathy Beck's Fly-Fishing Handbook   This book is aimed at women who are new to the sport. Will male readers find it useful, too?  by Hugh O'Donnell  05-28-2005

Fishing Small Flies   Engle's new book is as good and useful as his companion volume, Tying Small Flies  by Hugh O'Donnell  05-21-2005

How to Fly-Fish   Are you new to fly fishing? Is this book for you?  by Heather McNeill  05-21-2005

Welcome New Advertisers!   Four new advertisers have joined Westfly. From them you can get an especially good deal on a car or car service, trophy fish in Oregon, fly fishing tackle, and an overnight stay.  by Scott Richmond  04-30-2005

Fishing Near Whitewater   Most anglers see whitewater and keep on walking. Big mistake!  by David Golobay  04-30-2005

Special Offer from Hyde Drift Boats   Save $100 on a driftboat AND help Westfly!  by Scott Richmond  04-29-2005

New Auction Scheduled   Starts May 1 and benefits Idaho Trout Unlmited  by Scott Richmond  04-19-2005

Second Writing Seminar Set for April 23   Would you like to write better? Would you like to write for Westfly? If so, come to a writing seminar on April 23.  by Westfly News Service  04-19-2005

Handbook of Hatches   A second edition of Dave Hughes introduction to hatches is now out. If you don't have it, should you buy it? If you already own the first edition, should you buy this one?  by Luke Patrick  04-13-2005

New Fly Shop in Klamath Falls   The Ledge, a K. Falls outdoor retailer, has added a fly fishing section to its offerings  by Westfly News Service  04-01-2005

Glossary R through Z   The glossary boldly goes to R and beyond.  by Westfly Users  03-26-2005

Glossary I through Q   The glossary forges ahead into more vowels and consonants.  by Westfly Users  03-24-2005

Fly Fishing for Beginners   Is this a good book for a beginning fly angler? Short answer: maybe, but probably not.  by Joel Strimling  03-23-2005

Trout Hunter   When a fly angler divides his fishing time between Alberta, Scotland, and New Zealand, does he learn anything you'd like to know?  by Daniel Coleman  03-21-2005

Official Westfly Glossary--A through H   Using your Boo to get Fat Freddies on the D? Don't be a Westfly left-out! Know the lingo! (Thanks to Skip Lynch for pulling it together).  by Westfly Users  03-21-2005

Northwest Patterns and Tying Guide   What do a bunch of guys from a fly club in Astoria know about tying flies? Quite a bit, especially when you realize who some of the members are.  by Barry Kundert  03-19-2005

Palmered Wet Flies   Updating some traditional styles can be prove very effective, especially early in the season  by Jeff Morgan  03-14-2005

Tying Small Flies   What's the next best thing to having a mentor help you tie small, practical flies? Ed Engle writing a book about the subject.  by Charlie Chambers  02-27-2005

Cane Rods: Tips and Tapers   If you're into cane rods, is this a book you'll want in your library? Maybe, maybe not.  by James Piotrowski  02-27-2005

Unlimited Helpful Hints--Part V   Fifth of a five-part series: Housekeeping, Zen, Duh! and Dohl, and more  by Oregon Westfly Board  02-22-2005

Westfly Welcomes Two New Advertisers   Smart Health and Fall Canyon Flies become Westfly supporters through their advertising  by Scott Richmond  02-21-2005

A Mid-Winter's Delight   A mild winter has given Rocky Mountain fly fishers opportunities not normally seen at this time of year. But what's the price?  by Anthony Quirini  02-18-2005

Splitting Cane   Even a died-in-the wool lover of graphite has to admit that bamboo has its mystique and charm. Ed Engle talks to 16 bamboo rod makers about their craft.  by Scott Turner  02-17-2005

Midge Magic   All trout--even big ones--devour tiny midges. This book catalogs the types of patterns that imitate these minute flies and shows how to tie them.  by David Golobay  02-17-2005

Unlimited Helpful Hints--Part IV   Fourth of a five-part series: Tying, Safety, Apparel  by Oregon Westfly Board  02-15-2005

Unlimited Helpful Hints--Part III   Third of a five-part series: Expert, Superstitions, and Gear  by Oregon Westfly Board  02-08-2005

Spey Casting   Simon Gawesworth has been teaching spey casting for many years. Is his new book worth $50?  by Scott Richmond  02-03-2005

Unlimited Helpful Hints--Part II   Second of a five-part series: Advanced  by Oregon Westfly Board  02-01-2005

Unlimited Helpful Hints   The Westfly's Oregon Board has compiled an encyclopedia of helpful fly fishing tips. First of a five-part series: The Basics  by Oregon Westfly Board  01-26-2005

Temporary Westfly Shutdown, Sat 1/29   Server is being moved.  by Scott Richmond  01-26-2005

Sticky Flies   Sometimes you wish you had Velcro flies.  by Jeff Morgan  01-19-2005

A Failure to Redeem   Why is fly fishing redemtive for some and not for others?  by Hank Hosfield  01-17-2005

The Promise of New Technology   You may have heard about Schroedinger's Cat. But do you know about Schroedinger's Fish?  by Joe Richter  12-26-2004

Rod Building Terminology   A glossary of rod building terms from master rod builder Christian Brink.  by Christian Brink  12-23-2004

New Zealand Trophy Waters, Volume Four   This series is a must-see for anyone thinking about a trip to New Zealand . . . or who just wants to learn some good fishing tactics and fly patterns  by Scott Richmond  12-17-2004

Skagit Cheaters   Not poachers, but a handy accessory for Northwest spey casters  by Scott Richmond  12-15-2004

Cast, Then Step   Sometimes it pays for a steelheader to mix up the usual order of things  by Scott Richmond  12-09-2004

Ah Shucks!   Trailing shucks--do your flies need them? And if so, what's the best way to construct them?  by Jeff Morgan  12-08-2004

Auction Begins!   Nearly $8,000 worth of presents are sitting under the Westfly Christmas tree  by Scott Richmond  12-06-2004

Auction Scheduled!   Don't trust the fat guy to bring you the goodies you want for Christmas! Be your own Santa and get what you need at the Westfly auction--December 6-10.  by Scott Richmond  11-30-2004

Westfly Makes Donations to Improve Fly Fishing   Westfly's Board of Directors recently approved donations of over $8,000 to benefit several worthy projects that will help Western fly fishers.  by Scott Richmond  11-29-2004

Spey Kids   How much muscle do you need and how much experience should you have before buying a two-handed rod?  by Scott Richmond  11-10-2004

Biological Time   When are steelhead on the move? When's the best time to hunt land animals? When should you go fishing on the Kenai? And did you know that people thousands of years ago could answer those questions? This book is a profound and fascinating look at how  by Scott Richmond  11-02-2004

The Drift--October 2004   How much can a two-word phrase reveal about your attitude? WST FLY. How to boost your karma, if not your wallet.  by Scott Richmond  10-22-2004

Color and Size   Many of our assumptions about the color and size of fly patterns are incorrect. A little experimentation can reap big rewards  by Jeff Morgan  10-16-2004

You're Going to Hate It   Who's going to hate it? Professional outdoor writers. What are they going to hate? Websites like Westfly. And will they hate it for its Marxian overtones?  by Scott Richmond  10-13-2004

Clashing Materials   Sometimes it pays to violate the "rules."  by Jeff Morgan  09-26-2004

Thomas and Thomas Two-Handed Rods   There are tools that you respect for what they can do. And tools that you love.  by Scott Richmond  09-12-2004

Westfly Hats Now Available   They're here! The new shipment of Westlfy hats--with the new logo--has arrived. Don't be left out! Order today!  by Scott Richmond  09-11-2004

Proposed Oregon Regs Changes Impact Conservation   Regs changes to be discussed 9/10 by the Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission include: harvest of wild steelhead, harvest of wild sea-run cutthroat, end of fly-only regs on the Rogue. If you have an opinion, make it heard now.  by Scott Richmond  09-01-2004

Martin James, Scott Richmond to Appear in Welches   BBC Broadcaster Martin James and local author Scott Richmond will be at The Fly Fishing Shop September 11. Free food!  by Scott Richmond  08-28-2004

Ruby River Blues   A controversy over river access is heating up on Montana's Ruby River. The outcome could decide the future of many of Montana's most famous trout waters.  by Anthony Quirini  08-25-2004

Vibration Flies   What do you do when the water's so murky the fish can't see your fly? Check out the flies Jeff Morgan used to outfish the velveeta and stinkbait crowd.  by Jeff Morgan  08-02-2004

Review: My Story as Told by Water   It's been twenty years since the publication of David James Duncan's The River Why. So what's the author done lately?  by Scott Richmond  08-02-2004

New Auction--Starts August 3   The Auction returns! This one benefits the Whirling Disease Foundation  by Scott Richmond  07-27-2004

Is Whirling Disease Still a Problem?   Should we still be concerned about whirling disease? You bet. Here's a summary of current problems--and some solutions that hold promise.  by Dave Kumlien  07-26-2004

Where to Find Oregon's Best Fish Populations   Not too surprising: the healthiest fish populations are in the places you can't drive to. So how do we keep them healthy?  by Trout Unlimited  07-03-2004

Aquatic Sowbugs   Aquatic sowbugs thrive in many tailwaters, and trout grow fat on them. So why are most Western fly anglers unaware of their existence?  by Jeff Morgan  06-26-2004

Being Educated by Wolves   There's more to going fishing than just going fishing. Here's a good stop on your way to the Lochsa or Clearwater.  by Scott Richmond  06-10-2004

Where's the Best Fish Habitat?   An extensive study by Trout Unlimited reveals clearly where the best habitat--and best fishing--is found in Idaho.  by Trout Unlimited  06-07-2004

Fishing Online: 1,000 Best Websites   Craig Buddo's new book can save you a lot of wear-and-tear and put you onto some of the best sites on the internet  by Scott Richmond  05-17-2004

Review: Let's Go Camping   How do you prepare very young children for a camping trip? Start with a good book.  by Scott Richmond  05-13-2004

Portland Trailblazers Go Fly Fishing(?)   The much-maligned basketball team wants to introduce new players to the Portland community. So they go fly fishing. Really.  by Hank Hosfield  05-11-2004

New Magazine Debuts   Salmon and Steelhead Journal is gear-oriented, but has some fly fishing content as well.  by Scott Richmond  04-18-2004

Review: Tying Emergers   Jim Schollmeyer and Ted Leeson have produced a book you shouldn't be without.  by Scott Richmond  04-18-2004

Motion Flies   In fly patterns as in politics, illusion can trump reality.  by Jeff Morgan  04-10-2004

Feedback/Meeting on the Evolution of Westfly   What do you want Westfly to look like two years from now? The future is being scoped out now. Scan the list of possible changes and send an e-mail or come to a meeting on Saturday, April 17.  by Scott Richmond  04-10-2004

Stream Etiquette   Tired of rude anglers? Maybe it's time for folks to remember a few things they learned when they were six years old.  by Chuck Stranahan  04-02-2004

Baitfish Patterns for Smallmouth . . . and Trout   Smallmouth bass patterns have been driven by eastern fly fishers. But Western smallmouth have a unique food source. Here are some flies that match what they eat in springtime.  by Jeff Morgan  04-01-2004

The Drift--March 2004   Perspective on the Deschutes. The future of Westfly.  by Scott Richmond  03-28-2004

Dealing with Daphnia   How do you take advantage of a major trout food that's too small to imitate?  by Jeff Morgan  02-24-2004

Salmon Sanctuaries on the Olympic Peninsula   Salmon, steelhead, and trout can thrive--if they have good places to go  by Scott Richmond  02-07-2004

Review: Lefty Kreh's Ultimate Guide to Fly Fishing   When the sport's chief icon writes a book, should you judge it by its cover? Especially if you don't like the cover?  by Scott Richmond  01-23-2004

Review: Spey Casting Secrets   Have you ever dreamt of having ten spey rod Masters give you casting advice? A new video makes your dream a reality.  by Scott Richmond  01-23-2004

There's a Full Moon Tonight   Can a full moon prevent a fly fisher from finding an eight-pound bull trout?  by Joel La Follette  01-23-2004

Introduction to Spey Casting   Getting into spey casting? Been at it awhile? Either way, you'll find this new video useful. It's the best spey casting video I've seen.  by Scott Richmond  01-22-2004

Bottoms Up!   It's never too soon to start thinking about--bottoms and Booby?  by Jeff Morgan  01-20-2004

Review: A Concise History of Fly Fishing   Ever wonder how fly fishing got the way it is? This short book tells the story from Dame Juliana to Lefty Kreh.  by Scott Richmond  01-19-2004

Tinsel--Not Just for Christmas Trees   Decorate your flies with mylar tinsel--in some surprising ways  by Jeff Morgan  12-10-2003

Review: Freshwater Fishing--Oregon and Washington   If you want to learn a bit more about 25 species of Northwest fish, this is a good place to start  by Scott Richmond  11-11-2003

21st Century Soft Hackles   An old standard gets updated for the new millenium  by Jeff Morgan  11-04-2003

The Drift--October 2003   Small stream pleasures. Upcoming Auctions. New News  by Scott Richmond  10-21-2003

Three Spine Sticklebacks   Sticklebacks are the most important single species of stillwater trout food, espcecially for big, predatory trout such as those in Oregon's Crane Prairie. Here are two new patterns to try out.  by Jeff Morgan  10-09-2003

Review: Korkers Konvertible Wading Boots   Can one pair of boots take you everywhere?  by Scott Richmond  10-08-2003

Tiny Flies   Tiny flies--size 18 and smaller--are just the ticket for fall trout.  by Jeff Morgan  09-27-2003

The Drift--September 2003   Westfly-Where has it been, and where is it going. Changes in weather reporting.  by Scott Richmond  09-22-2003

The Forgotten Terrestrials   Nearly half the terrestrials eaten by trout are NOT hoppers, ants, and beetles. Here are three patterns for the forgotten terrestrials.  by Jeff Morgan  08-31-2003

Review: The Book of Practical Fishing Knots   How many knots do you need to know? Just a few more . . .  by Scott Richmond  08-13-2003

Review: A Fishing Life is Hard Work   Art Scheck, former editor of American Angler, has a collection of fishing essays. Is the fly fishing industry as bad as he portrays it?  by Scott Richmond  08-05-2003

Westfly 24-Hour Shutdown   The server is being moved on Saturday, August 2  by Scott Richmond  07-29-2003

Quick Tip: Fishing the Edges--Rivers   Many anglers are so eager to get in the water that they miss the best fishing. Bankwater can offer some ot the best dry fly fishing of the year.  by Scott Richmond  07-15-2003

Hoppers . . . At Last!   Among terrestrial insects, hoppers are consumed by trout the least, and imitated by anglers the most. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't have hoppers in your fly box. Here's some new patterns as well as some tips for hopper fishing.  by Jeff Morgan  07-12-2003

Review: New Zealand Trophy Waters   The ultimate E-ticket ride: sight-fishing for trophy trout in small, clear streams. There are three good reasons to watch a fly fishing video. These two videos succeed at all three.  by Scott Richmond  07-09-2003

Interview: Jay Fair on Stillwater Fly Fishing   Jay Fair--the Sage of Eagle Lake--is one of the West's finest stillwater fly fishers. He talks to Westfly about finding trout in lakes, stealth, short strikes, and other lake fishing tips.  by Scott Richmond  07-07-2003

Quick Tip: Fishing the Edges, Part I--Lakes   Big trout live at the bottom of deep holes, right? Wrong! The edges of a lake can be the most productive spot.  by Scott Richmond  07-01-2003

The Drift--June 2003   First loves, and living for the grab. Donations, Survey  by Scott Richmond  07-01-2003

Ask the Pros: Finding Leaks in Waders   Sooner or later your waders are going to leak. Finding the holes is the hardest part of fixing them. Here's how to do it.  by Scott Richmond  06-26-2003

Westfly Donates Money to Aid Deschutes Steelhead   Westfly donated money to the Oregon Water Trust to help secure a key water right on a major steelhead spawning tributary.  by Scott Richmond  06-26-2003

2003 Westfly Survey Results   The survey ended Friday, and results were compiled over the weekend.  by Scott Richmond  06-23-2003

Trophy Rainbows at Antone Ranch   Antone Ranch offers private lake fishing. How big are the fish? Well . . . bring the BIG net.  by Scott Richmond  06-16-2003

Father's Day Flies   Do you really need all those fancy flies? In some fishing situations, Father knows best!  by Jeff Morgan  06-11-2003

Westfly Survey--Help Westfly and Win a New Fly Rod   Westfly's annual user survey helps the site get better. AND you could win a new G. Loomis GL3 four-piece trout rod!  by Scott Richmond  06-09-2003

Saltwater Fly Fishing in B.C.   Coho salmon, ling cod and other bottom fish, sea-run cutthroat--Clayoquot Sound on Vancouver's west side has a variety of fly fishing opportunities. And there's more . . .  by Scott Richmond  06-04-2003

Interview: John Gierach   Writer John Gierach talks with Westfly about his new book and what's right--and wrong-with Western fly fishing.  by Scott Richmond  05-28-2003

Review: At The Grave of the Unknown Fisherman   John Gierach's latest book is out. Is it as good as his previous works?  by Scott Richmond  05-28-2003

How to Use Westfly's Tide Tables   Tired of doing tide math in your head? Westfly takes the tedium out of tides.  by Scott Richmond  05-27-2003

Using Westfly's River Level Data   How much water is flowing in a river, and what does that mean about your fishing?  by Scott Richmond  05-20-2003

Getting Fishing Reports on Westfly   What does everyone want to know? How's Fishing and What Fly Should I Use! Find out on Westfly's fishing reports  by Scott Richmond  05-13-2003

Last-Minute Stones   Salmonfly/golden stone season is upon us. How's your fly box? Try putting these three patterns in there!  by Jeff Morgan  05-09-2003

Review: Tying Flies with CDC   Originally published in Europe, and now available in the US, this book exposes Western anglers to some different ways to use "the miracle feather."  by Scott Richmond  05-08-2003

Anchor Habitats Established in Oregon   Oregon's first "fish refuges" are set up in the Tillamook Forest.  by Oregon Trout  05-07-2003

Finding Other Useful Websites via Westfly   Use Westfly to find other websites that will help you plan your fishing trips.  by Scott Richmond  05-06-2003

Ask The Pros: Buying a Fly Line   Buying a fly line is a lot more complicated than it used to be. There's a lot of ways to do it wrong.  by Scott Richmondq  04-26-2003

The Drift--April 2003   Lenice Lake and the end of the world. Auction schedule. River clean-up. Willamette Fish Counts. Westfly hats.  by Scott Richmondq  04-26-2003

How to Use Westfly's Weather Data   What does the future hold--and should you believe what they say? And how can the past reveal the future?  by Scott Richmond  04-23-2003

How to Use Westfly to Find a Fishing Guide   Westfly makes it easy to find a fishing guide, lodge, or other service. There are two ways to do it.  by Scott Richmond  04-21-2003

Hot Spots   A small addition to your fly can improve it's performance by 400%. Not only that, it mimics nature.  by Jeff Morgan  04-21-2003

How Tell the World About Your Fly Fishing Event   Whether it's a fly club meeting, rod demo day, fly shop sale, or any other event that will interest fly anglers, you can publicize it for free on Westfly. Here's how.  by Scott Richmond  04-19-2003

Quick Tip: Watch the Hands!   A simple trick can make the difference between success and failure on a lake.  by Scott Richmond  04-17-2003

How to View and Place a Classified Ad on Westfly   Whether you're looking for a good buy on used tackle or saying good-bye to your old tackle, Westfly's classified ads are worth checking out.  by Scott Richmond  04-16-2003

Review: Tyers Tubes   Can anything tame the many-tentacled Krystalflash monster threatening to drag your tying bench into an abyss of chaotic--albeit sparkling--disorganization?  by Scott Richmond  04-14-2003

Caddis Larvae--Part II   More killer larva patterns for caddis.  by Jeff Morgan  03-29-2003

Fly Fishing Large Western Rivers--Summer and Fall   This video series shows how to fish in all seasons--and does it in a humorous and entertaining way. The Summer and Fall tapes are now available. All four tapes were filmed on Oregon's Deschutes River.  by Scott Richmond  03-28-2003

Caddis Larvae--Part I   Imitations of caddis adults and pupae are staples of a well-stocked Western fly box, but larva imitations are generaly absent. And the rare angler that carries larva patterns usually has the wrong ones.  by Jeff Morgan  03-27-2003

Find it in the Archives   Dozens and dozens of useful articles are in Westfly's archives. How do you find the ones that will help you the most?  by Scott Richmond  02-23-2003

Use Westfly to Match the Hatch   How can you find the right flies for each hatch? Westfly can do it for you!  by Scott Richmond  02-21-2003

Three Tips for Backeddies   Some of the best fishing is in backeddies, but they can be difficult to fish well. Here are three quick tips that will improve your chances.  by Scott Richmond  02-21-2003

Knot a Problem? Not a Problem!   Let Westfly can show you how to tie basic fly fishing knots.  by Scott Richmond  02-19-2003

The Drift--February 2003   What happens when an angler is on a mission to catch a fish most people don't want? Also, steelhead etiquette, guide tips, and a server upgrade.  by Scott Richmond  02-19-2003

Review: Leatherman Juice S2 Multi-tool   Can anything take the place of the Swiss Army knife in the author's heart?  by Scott Richmond  02-19-2003

The West's Best Big Trout Water   If you want truly big trout--not those five-pound dinks--where do you go? And when do you go there? Here's a run-down of the best places and times for big trout  by Bernie Taylor  02-18-2003

Shuttlecock Midges   Early spring offers some outstanding opportunities for dry fly midging--if you've got the right patterns. Check this out!  by Jeff Morgan  02-17-2003

How to Find a Fly Club   Fly clubs are a great way to meet fly fishing buddies and learn how to be a better fly angler. Westfly can help you find a club near you.  by Scott Richmond  02-17-2003

How to Find a Fly Shop   This website has a list of fly shops for each of the five states covered by Westfly. Here's how to use that feature.  by Scott Richmond  02-10-2003

How to Customize Your Entry Page   Westfly has a slick feature that lets you customize a key web page.  by Scott Richmond  02-08-2003

How to Join Westfly   Show your support for Westfly and improve Western fly fishing.  by Scott Richmond  02-06-2003

How to Get Daily E-mails of Fishing Conditions   Westfly can deliver a customized e-mail to you every morning. It's an easy way to keep up with fishing conditions, new Westfly features, and news.  by Scott Richmond  02-04-2003

The Drift for January   What do winter anglers need most? Also, new fly patterns, comments sought on possible new Westfly feature.  by Scott Richmond  01-28-2003

How to Join "The Board"   Westfly's Bulletin Board is an active community of fly fishers.  by Scott Richmond  01-28-2003

Ask the Pros: Choosing a Steelhead Fly Color   What color of steelhead fly should you choose for different conditions? Three pros offer their thoughts  by Scott Richmond  01-26-2003

Quick Tip: Tie vs. Buy   How do you decide which flies to tie and which to buy?  by Scott Richmond  01-24-2003

Leather Leeches   These two simple patterns mimic the appearance and action of real leeches. Hint: they don't look anything like a Woolly Bugger!  by Jeff Morgan  01-16-2003

Basic Fly Tying   This new book for beginning tiers has detailed instructions for getting started and tying seven basic patterns  by Scott Richmond  01-06-2003

Fly Tying Made Easy for Beginners   Randall Kaufmann's latest book packs a lot of useful information into a well-executed package.  by Scott Richmond  01-06-2003

Quick Tip: Avoiding the Dreaded Belly   You can do everything else right when winter steelheading, but you'll go fishless if you don't avoid the dreaded belly.  by Scott Richmond  01-01-2003

Indicator vs. Swinging Flies   This month's Ask The Pros feature looks at two winter steelhead tactics. Which one to use when?  by Scott Richmond  12-31-2002

The Drift for December   This month: Are fly anglers morally superior and are gear anglers knuckle-draggers? Also, "You guys at Westfly."  by Scott Richmond  12-22-2002

Fly Fishing Large Western Rivers   This new video series shows how to fish the big rivers of the West in each season. It was filmed on the Deschutes.  by Scott Richmond  12-17-2002

Review: Big Trout   A new book by Bernie Taylor shows anglers how and where to catch trophy trout.  by Scott Richmond  11-24-2002

Dubbed Deer Hair: The Sequel   Dubbing with deer hair is hard on the fingers, but hoo boy, do trout love it! Jeff follows up his popular article on deer hair dubbing with some new patterns.  by Jeff Morgan  11-24-2002

Further Debate on Deschutes Limited Entry   Decision on a controversial limited entry permit system was booted to a higher level.  by Scott Richmond  11-22-2002

How to Be Sneaky   Stealth will get you more trout than a fancy new fly rod.  by Scott Richmond  11-20-2002

Sink-tip or Floating Line?   If you're swinging flies for steelhead, should you use a floating line or a sink-tip line? The first in our new "Ask the Pros" feature.  by Scott Richmond  11-20-2002

The Drift: November   This new website feature combines commentary, website news, and other items of interest. This month: Compleat-ness on the Henry's Fork, website clean-up, upcoming auction.  by Scott Richmond  11-20-2002

New Website Feature: Ask the Pros   Got a fly fishing question? Submit it to a panel of experts!  by Scott Richmond  11-20-2002

Egg Flies   For most of the winter, eggs-over-easy are on the trout menu  by Jeff Morgan  10-27-2002

Deschutes Decision Delayed   A controversial limited-entry scheme will be discussed again in November  by Scott Richmond  10-17-2002

A New Spin on Spinners   A fresh look at patterns for mayfly spinners and spent caddis  by Jeff Morgan  10-02-2002

Review: Taking Trout   Use Dave Hughes new book in the right way and you'll have better dreams  by Scott Richmond  09-24-2002

Review: Seasons of the Metolius   John Judy shares his insights on one of Oregon's most beautiful and fascinating fisheries.  by Scott Richmond  09-24-2002

Review: Montana Atlas and Travel Guide   This fact-filled book is going with me on my next trip to Montana  by Scott Richmond  09-22-2002

Deschutes Poised for Limited Entry   A Limited Entry system may soon be implemented on the Deschutes. It would limit the number of boaters on the river.  by Scott Richmond  09-14-2002

Serious Carp   Do you really need to spend $$$ to go flats fishing?  by Scott Richmond  08-29-2002

Westfly Rendezvous on Banks of Deschutes   About 35 Westfly users gathered at Beavertail Campground for fellowship, seminars, clinics, and a bit of fishing.  by Scott Richmond  08-29-2002

The Pupatator: A Fly for All Seasons   A general purpose attractor nymph, the Pupatator has proved itself all around the West. One version is a decent October caddis imitation.  by Jeff Morgan  08-25-2002

Meeting the Late Summer Challenge   The big hatches are over, trout are well-fed and spooky. What's going to bring them to the surface? The answer may surprise you.  by Jeff Morgan  07-25-2002

Steelhead Fly Fishing Etiquette   What's the right behavior when you're on the river?  by Scott Richmond  07-20-2002

Put Your Flies on a Diet   Many fly patterns are simply too fat. Here's some tips for keeping your flies skinny and naturaly looking.  by Jeff Morgan  07-09-2002

Trophies, Variety on Deschutes Lakes   More than 20 private lakes dot a large ranch near the Deschutes River. Big trout, strong hatches, and variety are available.  by Scott Richmond  06-26-2002

Beyond the Big Stones   When the big salmonflies and golden stones fade away, trout often turn their attention to the little green and yellow stones. Be ready with these slick patterns  by Jeff Morgan  05-27-2002

Black Flies: Part II--The Patterns   Ignored by anglers, gobbled by trout. Would Dylan approve?  by Jeff Morgan  04-28-2002

Review: Quick-Seine   If you're going to match the hatch, you'd better know what's drifting down the river. This product helps you find out what's in the water.  by Scott Richmond  04-28-2002

Black Flies: Part One   If Bob Dylan were a fly angler, he'd have sung about black flies. And after you learn about this depised, neglected, and rejected insect, you'll be singing too.  by Jeff Morgan  04-23-2002

Review: Washington State Fishing Guide   Toss the old editions and get the new one.  by Scott Richmond  04-13-2002

Review: Trout Fishing Near American Cities   Do internet-age fly fishers really need this book?  by Scott Richmond  04-02-2002

Graduate School Stoneflies   It's time to stock the box with stonefly nymphs and adults. You can go with the same old pattens or you try these new flies and catch more fish.  by Jeff Morgan  03-13-2002

Tying the Bubble   CDC can be used on nymphs to "match the flash," and on dries to keep them afloat. But there are right and wrong ways to use this material.  by Jeff Morgan  02-18-2002

Tool Flies   Sometimes the best strategy is to tie on a fly that will seldom catch a trout.  by Jeff Morgan  01-23-2002

Westfly: Website with a Mission   Westfly has a new purpose, one that benefits fish, fly fishing, and you.  by Scott Richmond  01-05-2002

New Features for Website   New website features will help you convert old fishing gear into cash, keep up-to-date on fishing conditions, and get a good deal on fishing gear and trips.  by Scott Richmond  01-05-2002

How I Caught 60 Steelhead in One Hour   It's like Scrabble. And dog years.  by Scott Richmond  12-15-2001

Review: Hooks for the Fly   Sooner or later--probably sooner--you'll need this book.  by Scott Richmond  12-15-2001

Hidden Adults   Some adult insects dive or crawl underwater to lay their eggs. What's the best way to imitate this behavior?  by Jeff Morgan  12-04-2001

Fry Patterns   Big trout gobble up little fish, especially in Fall. Should your fry fly be big or little? The answer may surprise you.  by Jeff Morgan  10-24-2001

Lights! Camera! Fishing Book!   Hollywood fame comes tantalizingly close to westfly's editor. A true story.  by Scott Richmond  10-23-2001

Are You Ready?   Getting to the river can be a bigger challenge--and more dangerous--than fishing it.  by Scott Richmond  10-23-2001

Fly Fishing for Puget Sound Coho Salmon   You don't need to go to the tropics to experience great saltwater fly fishing.  by Scott Richmond  10-02-2001

Waterboatman: Bi-atheletes for the Fall   If you're fishing stillwaters in the fall, you'd better know about waterboatmen.  by Jeff Morgan  09-03-2001

Czech Mate for Trout   An Eastern European import that trout can't resist.  by Jeff Morgan  09-01-2001

New Fly for Cement Heads   You can always find the right materials for this fly. Just look in the dryer. Or your navel.  by Joe Richter  08-05-2001

Tying Better Ants   Ants can form an important part of the summer diet of trout in both rivers and lakes. Learn what makes an effective ant pattern.  by Jeff Morgan  07-30-2001

Three Keys to Effective Damselfly Nymphs   Many big trout attained their oversized proportions on a diet of damselfly nymphs. But what kind of fly best fools them?  by Jeff Morgan  06-20-2001

Fishing the Brown Drake Hatch   Brown drake hatches don't happen everywhere, and they can be notoriously elusive. But one it happens, it's an event you don't want to miss.  by Jeff Morgan  06-03-2001

Epeorus: The Yellow Quills   Yellow quill, pink Albert, pink lady. Whatever you call it, it's an Epeorus. But the hatch leaves many anglers baffled and fishless until they are enlightened about this critter's unusual habits.  by Jeff Morgan  06-03-2001

Save Public Access to the Madison River   Public access to the Madison River via "Three Dollar Bridge" is at risk. Learn how to preseve access to this blue-ribbon river.  by River Network  05-22-2001

Dubbing with Deer Hair   If you tie, you've used deer hair to make wings and bullet heads. But it has another use--one that will give you some killer patterns.  by Jeff Morgan  05-21-2001

Escalade Inflatable Boat   Light weight, highly portable, and versatile, this boat became a favorite of mine--after some spousal incredulity.  by Scott Richmond  05-15-2001

Washington's Yakima River   Washington's only blue-ribbon trout stream, the Yakima is home to an abundance of wild rainbow trout.  by Steve Probasco  04-17-2001

Tying Midge Pupa Patterns--Part 2   Jeff's Fab Five pupa patterns. These flies incorporate the four principles outlined in part 1 of this article.  by Jeff Morgan  04-16-2001

Pale Evening Duns   Pale evening duns are a major late-spring/early-summer hatch on many western streams. Learn what works and what doesn't.  by Mike Schoby  04-15-2001

Weedy Water Caddis   This slender caddis doesn't occur on all streams. And when it's present, most anglers don't know about it. That's not a mistake that trout make, however.  by Jeff Morgan  04-15-2001

New Owners for CJ Lodge   A Deschutes landmark changes hands, expands. Rattlesnake omelets, anyone?  by Scott Richmond  04-14-2001

flyMatch Powers New Hatch Charts   New hatch charts have been added for Washington and Oregon--and they're pretty slick. Other states will soon follow.  by Scott Richmond  04-04-2001

Tying Midge Pupa Patterns--Part 1   Spring-time is midge-time. The right patterns can give you the most productive fishing of the year. But most commercial patterns don't measure up. How come? And what can you do about it?  by Jeff Morgan  03-27-2001

Cinygmula Mayflies   One of the most overlooked mayflies in the West, Cinygmulas (red quills) are common in many small creeks--and a few big rivers.  by Jeff Morgan  02-26-2001

Fishing the March Brown Hatch   On many rivers, March browns are the year's first hatch of big bugs.  by Mike Schoby  02-26-2001

Mann Lake   This remote gem in southeast Oregon produces lovely cutthroat trout than can reach four pounds. March through May can be the best months to visit.  by Scott Richmond  02-23-2001

Tying Adult Craneflies   We kick off a new monthly fly-tying column with cranefly adults. They're abundant, loved by trout, and no one imitates them. Find out how to tie two super patterns.  by Jeff Morgan  02-13-2001

San Luis Reservoir Stripers   You'll find world-class fishing for land-locked striped bass. And it's not far from the Bay Area.  by Joe Warren  01-31-2001

flyMatch--Don't Go Fishing Without It   This is the most powerful hatch-matching tool on the internet. Let it help you catch more trout.  by Scott Richmond  01-24-2001

Oregon's Crooked River   One the most productive trout streams in the state, the Crooked River is a winter favorite  by Scott Richmond  12-17-2000

Wet Fly Presentations--Part 2   The second of a two-part article on wet fly fishing. Five basic presentations are described.  by Scott Richmond  12-05-2000

An Angler's Guide to the Oregon Cascades   Looking for new and innovative fly patterns? Wondering where the little-known fly fishing waters are?  by Scott Richmond  12-05-2000

Why Do We Do It?   Are winter steelheaders driven deep, noble motivation? Or are they nuts? A short examination of the soul of the winter angler.  by Scott Richmond  12-03-2000

How to Fish the Rattlin' Chug Bug   Is the secret really how you hold your mouth?  by Stan Fagerstrom  12-01-2000

Wet Fly Presentations--Part 1   The first of a two-part article on wet fly fishing. First--how do you get it down?  by Scott Richmond  11-29-2000

Presenting the Dry Fly--Part 2   The second of a two-part article looks at other standard dry fly presentatons.  by Scott Richmond  11-21-2000

Presenting the Dry Fly--Part 1   The first of a two-part article on dry fly presentations  by Scott Richmond  11-17-2000

Grande Ronde River   This Snake River tributary has superb fall steelhead fishing amid beautiful scenery.  by Scott Richmond  10-09-2000

Flyfishing Alaska   If you're thinking about a trip to Alaska, now is the time to start planning it. This book will get you started.  by Terry W. Sheely  10-05-2000

Fly Fishing the Sierra Nevada   A guidebook for some of California's finest fly fishing.  by Scott Richmond  09-11-2000

Dragonflies   A big meal that's available year-round for stillwater trout.   by Jeff Morgan  09-11-2000

Salmonfly Nymphs   Salmonfly nymphs are a the Big Mac of the river, an irrestible morsel for trout. Spring and fall are the best times to cast their imitations.  by Mike Schoby  09-04-2000

Driftboats: A Complete Guide   A new book reviews the history as well as how to buy, care for, and use a driftboat.  by Terry W. Sheely  09-04-2000

Weighted Fly Ban on North Umpqua   Proposed change to angling regs. Is it the right thing to do?   by Scott Richmond  08-30-2000

Trophy Bass on Davis Lake   For better or worse, Oregon's Davis Lake holds large numbers of hefty largemoth.  by Scott Richmond  08-30-2000

Craneflies   Craneflies are generally overlooked by anglers, but they can be important both in their larval and adult forms.  by Jeff Morgan  08-25-2000

Let's Make Illegal Fish Stocking a Felony   The conservation director for B.A.S.S says illegal ly dumping fish should be treated as a serious crime.  by Bruce Shupp  08-25-2000

How to Put More Fish in the Boat   One simple thing will put more fish--be they salmon, steelhead, or bass--into your boat.  by Stan Fagerstrom  08-20-2000

Fly Presentations for Lakes   Eight bread-and-butter presentations will handle almost every stillwater situation you'll encounter.  by Scott Richmond  08-15-2000

Finsport Fly Drying Box   This dandy product is the best drying box I've used.  by Scott Richmond  08-15-2000

Saddle-Case Caddis   Despite its abundance, the saddle-case caddis (genus Glossosoma) is often slighted by anglers. The most important stage to imitate may be the one most Western anglers fail to recognize.  by Jeff Morgan  08-06-2000

Basic Steelheading: The Wet-Fly Swing   The wet fly swing is the classic steelhead fly fishing tactic. Here's how it's done.  by Scott Richmond  07-31-2000

Fly Line Care   A clean, slick fly line will cast farther and perform better. Learn how and when--and when not--to clean your lines.  by Scott Richmond  07-26-2000

Boles Float Rite   An indicator with an attitude, the Float Rite has clever innovations that result in more hook-ups.  by Scott Richmond  07-26-2000

Bass on Flies, Part One   Summer is a great time to pursue largemouth bass with flies. But what kind of tackle and flies should you use?  by Stan Fagerstrom  07-13-2000

California's Truckee River   An intimate alpine stream, the Truckee is one of the West's finest fly waters. But its rainbows and browns are no push-overs.  by Frank Pisciotta  07-12-2000

Fly Fishing in Oregon's Wallowa Mountains   The high-altitude lakes of Oregon's Wallowa wilderness offer breath-taking alpine scenery, plus some pretty good fly fishing.  by Gary Lewis  07-06-2000

Fishing in Oregon, Ninth Edition   The latest edition of Fishing in Oregon, the popular and practical guidebook to all the state's fishing waters, is now available.  by Scott Richmond  07-05-2000

Trouble Shooting the Cast   Ed Jaworowski's book examines the causes of 32 common casting faults and problems, then tells how to fix them.  by Scott Richmond  07-05-2000

Essential Trout Flies by Dave Hughes   This new book's premise is deceptively simple: Learn to tie 31 basic trout flies, and you'll know how to tie hundreds of patterns that will take you all over the world. A great book for beginning tyers.  by Scott Richmond  06-07-2000

Net Spinning Caddis   Net spinning caddis in all their forms and stages are a major food source for Western trout. Find out what flies and tactics work for each stage.  by Rick Hafele and Dave Hughes  06-01-2000

Fishing the Salmonfly Hatch   Adored by anglers and trout, salmonflies are the big bug of the river. But many anglers don't approach the fish and the "hatch" as they should--and loose fish they shouldn't  by Scott Richmond  06-01-2000

Best Flies for Idaho   Some of the best and most innovative flies in the country come from Idaho. Greg Thomas has gathered 128 of the best into one book.  by Scott Richmond  06-01-2000

Interview: Jim Teeny   If you got as many big fish in your life as Jim Teeny catches in a year, you'd consider yourself wonderfully blessed. In our exclusive interview, Jim shares some thoughts on presentation, spotting fish, and some of the mistakes anglers make.  by Scott Richmond  05-05-2000

Grannoms   Grannoms are an important caddis family that is common in Western waters. They are especially important in spring and fall. But what do they have to do with your mother?  by Rick Hafele and Dave Hughes  05-02-2000

Steelhead Fishing with Plugs   Plugs are one of the most effective ways to fish for steelhead. Learn how to choose, tune, and present a plug that will intice a steelhead.  by Bill Kremers  04-01-2000

Scud Tactics   Trout scarf down scuds in lakes and slow-moving, weedy rivers.Learn the tactics for fishing scud patterns.  by Mike Schoby  04-01-2000

Little Yellow Stoneflies   Little yellow stoneflies are more important than most spring/early-summer fly anglers realize. Did you know that some of them emerge in the water like a mayfly?  by Rick Hafele and Dave Hughes  04-01-2000

What's the Best Level?   There's no simple answer to the queston, "What's the best level?" to fish a given river. We tell you why, and give you some tips for figuring out whether to fish or stay home.  by Scott Richmond  03-09-2000

Midges in Lakes and Rivers   Tiny but numerous, midges are a staple for trout in lakes. They can also be important in rivers. Learn the three factors that govern midge fishing.  by Rick Hafele and Dave Hughes  03-01-2000

Western Hatches: Sculpins   Sculpins are small fish that trout relish. Late winter and early spring are good times to cast a sculpin pattern  by Rick Hafele and Dave Hughes  02-01-2000

California's Small Steelhead Rivers   Big rivers get all the publicity, but they don't get all the fish. Learn about some of the coastal gems  by Frank Pisciotta  02-01-2000

Western Hatches: Small Brown Stoneflies   Small brown stoneflies--some of which are black, not brown, are a winter hatch that is overlooked by many fly anglers.  by Dave Hughes and Rick Hafele  01-01-2000

Western Hatches: Streamers and Nymphs in Winter   When it comes to winter trout fishing, it's not all midges and Baetis. We continue our exclusive series from the West's leading angler/entomologists.  by Rick Hafele and Dave Hughes  12-01-1999

More Awards for Fly Book   A popular fly fishing book wins additional kudos.  by Scott Richmond  12-01-1999

Go Below for BWO   Is a dry fly the best answer during a Baetis hatch? Not always.  by Scott Richmond  12-01-1999

Don't Tread on a Redd!   If you don't watch were you step, you could destroy the family jewels.  by Nick Duncan  12-01-1999

Western Hatches: Color in Insects   Sure it's a blue-winged olive. But there are a lot of shades of olive. Why? And does it matter? We continue our exclusive series from the West's leading angler/entomologists.  by Dave Hughes and Rick Hafele  11-01-1999

Trophy Stillwaters: Milton Lake   This intimate Sierra gem will test your stillwater skills to the max! Pick up a few tips from a local expert.  by Frank Pisciotta  11-01-1999

Clark Canyon Reservoir   The typical fly-caught trout is about four pounds. Lewis and Clark stopped here. So should you.  by Bob Jones  10-01-1999

Western Hatches: Mayfly Spinner Falls   More often than not, the spinner stage of mayflies is unimportant to anglers. But when concentrations of spinners fall to the water, they become REALLY important. Learn how to be prepared.  by Dave Hughes and Rick Hafele  10-01-1999

Fly Fishing for Surf Perch   Some people will think you're nuts, and they might be right. But surf perch can be a hoot and a half.  by John Griffith  09-01-1999

A Prince of a Nymph for Fall   It's good anytime, but especially in the Fall.  by Greg Thomas  09-01-1999

October Caddis   This big, widely-dispersed bug is ignored by many fly anglers. Trout don't make the same mistake. Find out the best pattens and tactics.  by Greg Thomas  09-01-1999

California's Martis Lake   Martis was California's first Wild Trout lake. It offers superb--if sometimes fussy--spring and fall fishing for rainbows and brown trout.  by Frank Pisciotta  09-01-1999

Fishing for Upriver Brights   Thousands of big, powerful chinook salmon are surging up the Columbia River. Learn how you can intercept one.  by Scott Richmond  09-01-1999

Special Conditions, Special Tactics   Wise anglers will adapt their steelheading tactics to fit the conditions of late summer and early fall. Here's how to maximize your chances for a hook-up.  by Greg Thomas  09-01-1999

Review: Trout Flies of the West   This collection of 400 "local" patterns from around the West should be within arm's reach of every tyers vice.  by Scott Richmond  09-01-1999

Western Hatches: Terrestrials   Trout food comes from above as well as from below. In late summer, you can ask you fishing partner, "Do have an extra terrestrial?"  by Dave Hughes and Rick Hafele  08-06-1999

Tricos Without Tears   The diminutive trico--also known as the "white-winged curse"--has caused more frustration than any other mayfly. But it's not so hard to fish the hatch if you know a few basic rules.  by Greg Thomas  08-01-1999

You Can't CF Without a FCF   You Can't CF Without a FCF  by Gene Trump  08-01-1999

What Gingrich and Clinton Taught Me About Flies   In fly fishing as in politics, truth sometimes lies in the middle.  by Frank Pisciotta  08-01-1999

What Happened to Oregon's Watershed Fund   Oregon voters approved the Watershed, Parks, and Salmon Fund by an overwhelming majority. What did the Legislature do with the money?  by Geoff Pampush  08-01-1999

Oregon's Upper Klamath Lake   Our series of articles on trophy stillwaters continues with Upper Klamath Lake. Although it is not well-known by fly fishers, this lake holds some of the largest wild, native trout in North America.  by Scott Richmond  08-01-1999

New Book for Oregon Fly Anglers   Fishing in Oregon's Best Fly Waters is an all-color guidebook to the best fly fishing in Oregon. It includes fishing tips, maps, and fly patterns.  by Scott Richmond  07-28-1999

Quick Tip: The Hex Hatch   July is time for Hexagenias, the mayfly the size of a Cadillac. Here's some tips to help you get the most out of the hatch.  by Scott Richmond  07-07-1999

Henrys Lake   At Henrys Lake, the trout seem to be five pounds at birth, then just get bigger! Find out how to fish this great stillwater. Includes map.  by Bob Jones  07-07-1999

Interview: Frank Moore on the North Umpqua   Frank Moore, the legendary steelheader who started the famous Steamboat Inn, shares his insights about how to fish the notoriously difficult North Umpqua River.  by Scott Richmond  07-07-1999

Quick Tip: Two Rules for Rise Rings   A trout rose and made a rise ring. What does it mean about your tactics? Here are two rules to help with the puzzle  by Frank Pisciotta  07-07-1999

Save Money, Save Salmon   Partial removal of four dams on the Snake River helps salmon recovery while saving money. Who benefits from these dams?  by Tim Stearns  07-07-1999

Review: Trout Flies by Dave Hughes   Dave Hughes has produced a definitive reference for fly tyers. Is it worth $75?  by Scott Richmond  06-01-1999

Oregon's Big K Ranch   Some of the best smallmouth bass fishing in Oregon is found on the Umpqua River where it flows through the Big K guest ranch. And that's just part of the story.  by Scott Richmond  06-01-1999

Fishing for Shad   Every May and June, millions of hard-fighting shad return to some Oregon rivers. They're not hard to catch if you know where go and what to do. And they're great sport on a fly rod.  by Scott Richmond  05-15-1999

Fly Fishing for Tarpon in Key West   For a fly angler, tarpon are the ultimate thrill ride, and Key West is one of the best places to seek them out. So how did Richmond catch one by accident? And what are the dos and don'ts of setting up a trip to catch the "silver king?"  by Scott Richmond  05-05-1999

Stillwater Fly Fishing Denny Rickards   Denny Rickards averages 700 trout per year that weigh four pounds or more. In this month's exclusive interview, Denny shares some of the secrets of his success.  by Scott Richmond  04-10-1999

G. Folsom Bull on Greased Hook Fishing   A world-famous angler reveals his deepest secrets  by Scott Richmond  04-10-1999

Quick Tip: Dealing with the Spring Runoff   In case you hadn't noticed, it's been a cold, wet winter. And all that white stuff in the mountains is going to melt and affect our fishing. Learn how to improve your chances of good fishing  by Scott Richmond  04-01-1999

Quick Tip: One Way to Have Better Fishing   Want a better future? Take care of what we have today.  by Scott Richmond  04-01-1999

Western Hatches: Mahogany Duns   Mahogany duns--also known as "paraleps" are an important fall hatch that calls for special tactics.  by Dave Hughes and Rick Hafele  04-01-1999

Quick Tip: Wind Drifting   You gotta love a tactic that catches big trout while you do nothing! Wind drifting is a dynamite technique for fly anglers on lakes.  by Scott Richmond  03-29-1999

Quick Tip: The Ravages of Time   What's the opposite of a time bomb? Something that disintegrates over time, rather than explodes? A "time fizzle?" You may have several of them in your tackle box or fly vest--and they'll cost you fish.  by Scott Richmond  03-02-1999

Fishing the Blue-Winged Olive Hatch   If you trek to a river to fly fish for trout in the next couple of months, you'd better know how to fish the blue-winged olive hatch. Find out here.  by Scott Richmond  02-21-1999

Interview: Henry Hoffman on Hackle   Used any small, imitative flies lately? If so, thank Henry Hoffman, the man who revolutionized modern fly tying with his Super Grizzly hackles.  by Scott Richmond  02-11-1999

Tragedy Comes Too Close   A friend drowns in a fishing accident. Could it have been prevented?  by Scott Richmond  01-02-1999

Quick Tip: Downstream Presentation   Sometimes the only way to entice a rising trout is with a downstream presentation. Find out what to do.  by Scott Richmond  01-02-1999

Quick Tip: And Then What?   You wouldn't tie yourself to a galloping horse without thinking about what might happen next. But don't anglers do something akin to that when hoping for a big fish?  by Scott Richmond  01-02-1999

Review: Frontier Flies   A new book by Troy Bachman catalogs 680 fly patterns, most of which are perfect for Oregon. Is it the book for you?  by Scott Richmond  01-02-1999

Review: Western Streamside Guide   Dave Hughes updates his streamside guide. Find out what's in it that you can use--and what's not there.  by Scott Richmond  01-02-1999

Quick Tip: Dead Drift Steelhead Fly Fishing   In pocket water, nothing catches more steelhead on a fly than a dead drift. Here's how to do it.  by Scott Richmond  12-08-1998

Think Vulnerability, Not Hatch   When you say the word "Hatch," most fly anglers go glassy-eyed and tie on a dry fly. But that's not always the best approach. "Vulnerability" is a better framework for thinking about trout food.  by Scott Richmond  12-08-1998

Quick Tip: Get the Point, Get the Fish   Sharp hooks catch more fish. Period. But what hook hones work best, and how do you use it?  by Scott Richmond  12-03-1998

Quick Tip: How to Be a Great Nymph Angler   Getting your nymph down near the bottom can make the difference between a good day and casting practice. But those last few inches of depth can be difficult to achieve. Find out how to do it.  by Scott Richmond  11-25-1998

Quick Tip: Where Are the BIG Fish?   If you want to catch the big ones, you need to think like a fish and know where the "best places" are.  by Scott Richmond  11-25-1998

The World's Best Fly Rods?   Some of the world's most sought-after fly rods come from a tiny shop in Washougal, Washington. Find out what makes them so special . . . and pick up a few tips on what to look the next time you buy a rod.  by Scott Richmond  10-28-1998

An Oasis of Tradition on the Deschutes   One of the Deschutes River's most cherished landmarks prepares for changes.  by Scott Richmond  10-20-1998

Yuk! Gross! Disgusting!   We all gotta go sometime. Personal hygiene when angling.  by Scott Richmond  09-22-1998

Quick Tip: A Little Known Two-Fer-One   September offers a special opportunity for alert fly anglers.  by Scott Richmond  09-04-1998

Quick Tip: It's Not Where, It's What   Fly anglers will catch more fish if they think about what kind of water they should cast to, rather than where they are casting.  by Scott Richmond  08-12-1998

Quick Tip: When Not to Cast to Rising Trout   When you see a trout, you should cast your fly to it. Right? Not always. Find out when in this quick tip.  by Scott Richmond  08-12-1998

California's Fall River   Wild, native trout. Prolific hatches. Crystaline water. California's Fall River offers superb spring creek angling. But it doesn't come easy.  by Scott Richmond  04-15-1998

Improving Your Fly Fishing Skills with Dave Hughes   Dave is the most prolific author of fly fishing books in the history of the sport. We ask this world-famous expert, "how can a fly fisher become a better angler?"  by Scott Richmond  03-15-1998

Three Never-Fail Rules of Fly Fishing   A humorous look at the collision of science and fishing. The author, after much searching, discovers three invariable and infalible laws that govern fishing.  by Scott Richmond  03-15-1998