by Vickie Loftus | May 19, 2020 | Blog, Presentation Tactics
Reader Richard C. sent in this excellent question: “One thing I hope you can help me and probably many other stillwater fisher people, is the proper technique(s) to net larger trout from a float tube. I have lost a few fish trying to bring them to the net while...
by Vickie Loftus | May 19, 2020 | Blog, Destinations, Fishing Reports
I just got back from a couple fishing trips in Oregon and Nevada and am happy to report that fishing is excellent! Here are my reports on three private lakes I fished this month. Hyde Lake, Oregon, May 5 – 6 Feisty jumping trout at Hyde Lake The opportunity to catch...
by Vickie Loftus | May 11, 2020 | Blog, Flies
I am excited to introduce an amazing fly: my UV Midge. This fly has been a staple in my fly box for the past five years. My UV Midge’s slim profile and distinctive glossy sheen, created by reflective UV materials, create the perfect combination attracting even...
by Vickie Loftus | May 4, 2020 | Blog, Flies
I am excited to share with you my new line of stillwater fly patterns! I have been fishing and perfecting these patterns the past six years. You, my blog readers, are the first to learn about them, and you will be the first who can purchase them when my retail website...
by Vickie Loftus | May 3, 2020 | Blog, Fishing Reports
Hyde Lake is fishing extraordinarily well. Hyde lake is located on the Yamsi Ranch in Southern Oregon. Be sure to take your 6-weight rod because the trout are big and feisty! I use a 1X leader and 2X tippet. Even with such a heavy tippet, I had one trout so big he...
