THE RED SHED FLYSHOP What’s the best way to make up for a cancelled couple weeks in France? Go to Montana, of course! We wanted the winding Highway 12 to take us along the Clearwater and Locksa in Idaho to warm up for Montana. TRIP TIP: Some anglers already know that the best starting point…
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Updated Editor’s Note, August 2020: This story and the photos are definitely worth a read. So if you didn’t read it last month, please check it out! I appreciate these adventure stories and knowing Robert and Mark, I’m sure there are many more between the pages! LKH Editor’s Note: Members Robert Sheley and Mark…
Read more Literary Angler – Leslie Gulch, ORVs, and a Grand Slam »
Editor’s Note: A few Club members managed to sneak out to wet lines for eager rainbows recently. First, John Pyrch admitted he couldn’t stay in any longer when the weather was so beautiful. And John even shares some of his Rocky Ridge secrets! Janet Arenz and Curt Marr just had to have their Deschutes…
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This is is a tough time to travel to a distant location to fish,especially as so many in our diverse society are in health and economic trouble with the pandemic. However, this trip was organized months ago and the dates were before the shelter in place decision was made. All Oregonians were to keep a…
At the December meeting, I mentioned that I would not be attending the January meeting as I would be in Argentina at that time, but that I would give a full report on my return. Normally I am not one to speak or write about my fishing experiences for public consumption, unless asked, and even…
First Fish of the New Year Shenanigans! Teri and I have a tradition of trying to catch the first fish of the New Year on New Years Day. This year we were up at the family ranch in Washington and everything is frozen except the Methow River and a small aerator hole in Moccasin Lake.…
Bogdan Reel Connections Editor’s Note: Back in the late 20th century, buying a coveted Bogdan reel from its maker was quite an accomplishment. According to Graydon R. Hilyard’s biography, Bogdan, “Almost from day one, there has been The Waiting List, a sort of secular purgatory on the way to achieving tackle bliss. . . How…
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Editor’s Note: Member Bob Lowry and his wife, Becky, are regulars at the monthly FCO meetings. They drive up from Eugene to enjoy the camaraderie of the Club and the excellent presentations. Bob sent me a couple fun links to articles that he found that you might find interesting. Thanks Bob, for the suggestions! LKH…
To love a river, one grows to love just being there. Even if weather dashes a fishing day, you can be soothed by imagining you are on its banks as it overcomes boulders and continuously rushes toward the sea. This book review from Dr. Mark Metzdorff reflects his love (addiction, he admits) for the Babine…
Editor’s Note: Our dear non-resident member, Dr. Barry Mayer, is a rich source of FCO history. He recently sent me these memories of members, bamboo rods, and of course, fishing! This month he talks about his introduction to bamboo rods and his first rod made by the legendary Walton Powell. If Barry’s words bring forth…
