Stories

by Umpqua Signature Tyer John Barr THE INSPIRATION In the early 1990's my good friend and guide Jackson Street introduced me to an approach to trout fishing that would forever change the way

GUIDE TO EURO NYMPHINGHaven't tried Euro Nymping yet?Or is this your favorite way to fish now? Wherever you are in your angling journey there are bits and pieces of this method that have made its wa

Fly WeightThere are many variables to consider when choosing the right weight of nymph to tie on your rig. As flies have innovated, lots of thought has gone into the different properties of how effec

BEST PRESENTATION: DRY DROPPERThe summer months of fly fishing call for long days on the water presenting flies to eager trout. Perhaps the most attractive way to fish to these trout during this time

The "W" WordBy Signature Tyer Matt Winkler For many anglers fishing stillwater can be a daunting task in itself, but throw in some wind and the idea of fishing a several thousand acre reservoir in a

A Southern Rambleby Riverhorse NakadateThere is something intangibly beautiful about a 3 a.m. fishing run. The stars get far more illuminating once I put the rest of life in the rearview mirror, maki

BAETIS GUIDEThey're the first major hatch of the spring and the last of fall. Baetis or Blue-winged Olives provide a chance to fish small dry flies to eager fish looking to pack on pounds. On dark and

Introducing the new ZS2 Wader ToteWhether you are heading to the local trout stream or taking a trip a bit farther away from home, the ZS2 Wader Tote is a must for the everyday angler.Designed with so

Midge GuideIn the colder months of winter anglers venturing out to the rivers will open their fly boxes, revealing rows of tiny flies that are simply referred to as midges. Winter midge flies range f