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Guide Trip Destination Spotlight: Fly Fishing the Crooked River
The Crooked River is a Central Oregon fly fishing destination with everything, whether you prefer casting small dries, fishing streamers,...
Michael Dooley
Mar 174 min read
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Belize 2.0 Gear Checklist: What to Pack for Fly Fishing Belize
This is a short post on how to pack and choose gear for a saltwater flats fly fishing trip.
Michael Dooley
Mar 59 min read
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Why You Need A Longer Fly Rod: A Case for 10 Foot Fly Rod
If you are an angler looking for a new weapon for the quiver or simply looking for your first rod, but don't want a tool that forces you...
Michael Dooley
Jan 316 min read
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Swinging for November Steel on the Lower Deschutes
Steelhead trip overview and report from November on the Lower Deschutes.
Michael Dooley
Dec 19, 202411 min read
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Central Oregon Fly Fishing Report 11/4/2024
This fishing report highlights some of Central Oregon's premier fishing opportunities.
Michael Dooley
Nov 4, 20242 min read
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Central Oregon Fly Fishing Report 9/4/2024
This fishing report highlights some of Central Oregon's premier fishing opportunities.
Michael Dooley
Sep 4, 20243 min read
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Lower Deschutes River Fishing Report 5/1/2024
During the last few days of April, I spent the weekend on the Lower Deschutes from Trout Creek to Harpham Flat fishing and camping. The...
Michael Dooley
May 1, 20241 min read
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Lower Deschutes River Fishing Report
Trout fishing opened on April 22nd for the Lower Deschutes and we were blessed with beautiful weather for the first few days of the...
Michael Dooley
Apr 24, 20242 min read
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Packing for Fly Fishing Belize: Upcoming Trip To Caye Caulker, Belize
The flies are in their boxes, the rods and sunscreen are packed for five days of fishing and eight nights spent in Belize. This little...
Michael Dooley
Apr 3, 20246 min read
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Which Guided Fishing Trip is Right for You: Walk and Wade vs. Drift Boat?
Fly fishing guided trips are extremely varied and customizable to the angler. Many people face the option of a guided trip out of a drift...
Michael Dooley
Feb 29, 20244 min read
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The Art of Bluelining: Navigating Small Creeks and Streams for Successful Fly Fishing
Exploring nature is one of the greatest joys of fly fishing and fishing small, off-the-beaten-path creeks and streams can be great fun...
Michael Dooley
Feb 25, 202410 min read
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Lower Deschutes River Guided Fly Fishing Day Trip
The mighty Deschutes is the gem of Central Oregon fly fishing rivers and is well known for the feisty redsides that tear backing from...
Michael Dooley
Feb 8, 20243 min read
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Fall River Guided Fly Fishing Trip
The Fall River is a premier spring creek fishery nestled in the beautiful Deschutes National Forest. The naturally fishless stream is...
Michael Dooley
Feb 8, 20242 min read
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Crooked River Guided Fly Fishing Trip
The Crooked River is a premier Central Oregon trout stream with a robust population of native redbands. We offer guided walk and wade...
Michael Dooley
Feb 8, 20243 min read
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Top 5 U.S. States for Fly Fishing
The United States has some of the best fly fishing in the world but there are a few states that stand out among the rest. Here are the...
Michael Dooley
Feb 3, 20246 min read
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What is a Fly Fishing Reel and How Does it Work?
The importance of fly fishing reels is entirely dependent on what species you are after and where you fish. If you are a beginner fly...
Michael Dooley
Jan 25, 20246 min read
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McKenzie River Guided Fly Fishing Trip
The McKenzie River is synonymous with Oregon's beauty and fly-fishing heritage and it remains a premier place to hire a guide for a day....
Michael Dooley
Jan 24, 20243 min read
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Why Hire a Fly Fishing Guide?
The fly fishing guide fills a unique role in the world of angling, they are a mentor, fishing buddy, therapist, and teacher. Hiring a...
Michael Dooley
Jan 15, 20244 min read
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Winter Fly Fishing Tips and Flies
Many folks pack up the rods and fly boxes when the chilly whispers of winter run through the air and dream of warm spring days throwing...
Michael Dooley
Jan 3, 20246 min read
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Chasing Summer Steelhead in Southern Oregon
The end of the guide season calls for exploring new waters and finding fresh adventure after a long year on the same rivers and lakes,...
Michael Dooley
Dec 12, 202315 min read
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