Consistent as ever, the Metolius will continue to produce nice fish all year. Nymphs are still the name of the game. Golden stone nymphs, Psycho Princes, Pheasant Tails, eggs, baetis patterns, and midges are all effective. There is a decent population of silver sedge caddis. October caddis pupa make a good silver sedge imitation, and…
Large fish continue to be the norm out here. Euro nymphing or light weight wool strike indicators are both ideal for this type of water. There has been little dry fly activity and the hatches that are occurring are mostly being ignored by the fish. Baetis nymphs, midges, and eggs in a size 18 or…
The Crooked is low, as usual for this time of year. Blue winged olives and midges will continue to hatch but likely won't be a major food source for fish, at least not in adult form. Small midge and baetis nymphs will be the ticket, usually a size 18 or smaller. Egg patterns will continue…
Join us at the shop the first Friday of every month from 4pm-8pm for some fly tying fun! Materials will be 20% off and pints the same! Bring your vice and a good attitude and whip up some bugs with us!
