The Tale of the Salmonfly

In the darkest corner of southwestern Oregon a hatch of almost an almost mythic aura begins, for fly fishers this is once a year feeding frenzy that can not be missed. The bushes and trees are filled with em every rock and along the banks salmonflies everywhere, and even when in the water they'll grab on and climb all over you. Those with a phobia of bugs should stay clear for there is little sanctuary anywhere near the river. That said if you like tossing big ugly size 4-8 dries than you will pry forget about all the bugs around...maybe. Another great year with even higher water than the year before but still managed lots of fish including some big ones, like the new 5 flies record rainbow caught by Prince Nymph on his very own salmonfly pattern seen below. Congrats Prince Nymph!!