The Fly Fishing Place

05/03/2025

New substack dropped! Thanks again for reading and sharing!

The Skwala hatch on Oregon rivers generally occurs from late February through May, with peak activity often in March and April, depending on the river and weather conditions.

02/11/2025

Latest Substack - thanks for reading and sharing
https://open.substack.com/pub/theflyfishingplace/p/river-whispers-and-reflections?r=pydb&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

07/20/2024

Thanks again for reading and sharing!https://theflyfishingplace.substack.com/p/the-hornberg-special-a-timeless-fly

07/20/2024

Thanks for visiting and reading!

Welcome! Immerse yourself in the art, science, and stories of fly fishing with Nick. Cast away into a world where every ripple holds a tale, and each catch is a triumph. Let the current of our shared passion carry you through each post. Click to read Nick's Fly Fishing Chronicles: FishTales and Rive...

05/08/2024

New substack dropped - thanks for reading and sharing!

In the vast tapestry of human pursuits, there exist two seemingly disparate realms: gardening and fly fishing. At first glance, one might perceive them as polar opposites—one involving the meticulous nurturing of flora, the other the patient pursuit of piscine prey. Yet, upon closer inspection, th...

04/30/2024

New substack dropped! Thanks for reading and sharing!

As any angler knows, the right flies can make all the difference in your fishing experience. That's why we've put together a list of five classic dry flies that every angler needs to have in their dry fly boxes. Over the years, these flies have proven to be effective in various conditions and will i...

04/20/2024

A few tips for catch and release fishing!

One way anglers can help maintain and restore native fish populations is to practice voluntary catch and release of all wild fish, particularly where their populations are threatened, and to learn how to do it in a manner that allows the fish the best chance to survive.

04/13/2024

New substack dropped - Happy Saturday!

For many, fly fishing is more than just a sport - it's a way of life. For those who have been around the angling block, new gear and techniques may come and go, but the timeless essence of the sport remains true. Sometimes, it's fun to take a step back and remind ourselves of why we fell in love wit...

04/06/2024

A new substack read!

In the rich tapestry of American angling history, two names shine brightly as beacons of innovation and tradition: Theodore Gordon and George M. L. La Branche. These trailblazers, though distinct in their approaches, helped lay the groundwork for what would become the hallmark of American fly fishin...

03/30/2024

Trout by Ray Bergman: A Timeless Journey into The Heart of Fly Fishing

Nostalgia has a peculiar way of tethering us to our past, like a old fishing line snagged in the memories of our youth. For many anglers, including myself, the first dip into the vast waters of angling literature would begin with a book tucked away in the family library. My initiation came in the fo...

03/13/2024

Are you looking to up your Euro nymphing game? It may be time to switch up your fly box.

03/07/2024

Welcome! Immerse yourself in the art, science, and stories of fly fishing with Nick. Cast away into a world where every ripple holds a tale, and each catch is a triumph. Let the current of our shared passion carry you through each post. Click to read Nick's Fly Fishing Chronicles: FishTales and Rive...