Friday, September 12, 2008

Central Oregon Offers Numerous Fly Fishing Options

Many of us couldn’t imagine being anywhere else than the Oregon Coast in the fall with salmon and cutthroat fishing in full swing, plus beautiful weather. And even though we can make a strong case that this is “Heaven on Earth”, there’s another part of the state that can also make that claim. The Sisters area of Central Oregon is absolutely beautiful and offers an incredible number of fishing opportunities close by.

Get Outfitted The Right Way Before You Start
The Fly Fisher’s Place in Sisters offers anything and everything you need to explore Central Oregon with a fly rod. From high quality rods and reels to clothing and waders to flies and tying materials, this is the place to begin your trip. Jeff Perin, owner of The Fly Fisher’s Place, is extremely knowledgeable about the area and how to fish it. Jeff has put together a team of very qualified guides who are expert boatmen, friendly and excellent anglers. If your just looking for advice on where to go and what to do, Jeff and his team will gladly help you out. We all know that fishing can be difficult and frustrating at times, so talking with a team of anglers with the inside scoop can really shorten the learning curve.

Choices, Choices
Sisters is in the heart of some of the best fishing in North America. Here’s a brief list of some of the best of the best:
Deschutes River – This world-famous river is close by, offering incredible trout and steelhead fishing in a unique setting. The Deschutes is long and varied with many opportunities and some dangerous water. If you’re planning a fishing trip, it’s best to go with an expert first.
Metolius River – This river, which flows cool, gin-clear and constant year-round, offers some of the toughest yet most rewarding fishing anywhere. The Metolius is spring fed and the trout tend to be very specific in what they choose to eat. Precision and stealth are the name of the game here.
Crooked River – The Crooked River is one of the most productive trout streams in Oregon, offering excellent numbers of redband rainbow trout. To find less competition try the Crooked River Gorge. The Gorge offers tougher access and good fishing.
Upper McKenzie and Upper North Fork of the Santiam – These west slope fisheries are also very close to the Sisters area. Too treacherous for boating, they offer unique walk-and-wade opportunities for adventurous anglers.
High Mountain Lakes – The options here are too many to mention. While many have good road access, others are hike-in and are lightly fished. Do your research ahead of time and have a trip you’ll remember forever.

Get In Touch With The Folks Who Know
To find out more about the numerous fishing options in the Sisters area, contact The Fly Fisher’s Place at (541) 549-3474 or at www.flyfishersplace.com. Contact a team of experts who can give you the information to be successful.

See you on the water,
Action Jackson

(Please send comments or questions to Action Jackson at 268-6944 or www.actionjacksonfishing.com)

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