A Day on the Deschutes

Salmon flies on the Deschutes River are full swing now. Best bet for the first 2 weeks of June are fishing Warmsprings to Trout Creek areas. For top results on salmon fly dries fish under the trees and around foliage. Don't forget caddis and PMD's this time of year either.

If you are ready to book, contact Rob Crandall

Grindstone Lakes

Grindstone lakes are located in Central Oregon near Prineville. Fishing in a pontoon boat is a peaceful way to fish especially when you need to sneak up on fish feeding on #14 Poxyback Callibaetis!

Rodger Carbon http://www.carbonesflyfishing.com provides the meals and organizes the group and rotates the five lakes available for fishing. In a word, the fishing was phenomenal!

The highlight of the trip for me is fishing with my good friend and guide Rob Crandall. A special treat on this trip was also fishing with Wendy Way. Wendy just returned from a month in British Columbia and is "experienced" in fishing Chironomid patterns. He is a wealth of knowledge and a true pioneer in fly fishing.

Wendy will lend us a hand in developing a WolfPk Outdoors Stillwater fly box. According to Wendy - "Some people tie flies to catch fisherman, I ties flies to catch fish." I can personally attest to that!

Clackamas River Trips

Rob Crandall guided a couple of ladies on the Clackamas River this past Saturday. The following note and photos say it all. It is not too late to book a guided trip with Rob.

Saturday was such a great day! I know they can't all be that way, but
it was fun, a great lunch, and I am so happy to learn that I can Spey
cast!! Terry even called me the "next steelhead queen" must have
been a moment of weakness on her part. Thanks Rob, I really enjoy
having you take us down the river, your style is very comfortable, and
I learn so much! Marcia

We are very pleased to be able to add Loon Outdoors to our online store. Loon Outdoors concept is simple; to create environmentally-friendly fly fishing products that perform at an exceptional level. Loon Outdoors is passionate about conserving the environment and wildlife habitat, and so are we. Protecting our environment starts now, with you!

Loon Outdoors is an enthusiastic supporter of:
- One Percent for the Planet
- Idaho Conservation League
- Idaho Rivers United
- Trout Unlimited

Clackamas River

It was a bright sunny day on the Clackamas river, and we were conducting a photo shoot of the new line of Clackacraft driftboats. Rob Crandall stopped by to assist and row the boats into position while Jake Gregg of Clackacraft made a few casts for the camera. Wouldn't you know it, Jake hooks onto a bright hatchery fish and with Rob's help lands the the fish. We couldn't ask for a better photo opportunity, and Jake earned some bragging rights. Thanks Guys, talk about good Karma.

Clackacraft -Driftboats

For over 30 years, ClackaCraft has been producing drift boats for Professional Fishing Guides and Anglers alike. Engineered to last a lifetime, their fiberglass drift boats are skillfully built by true craftsmen from state of the art materials and ever-evolving technology.

I have fished and rowed the 16 LP guide model on the McKenzie, and the 15 LP lower profile model on the North Platte. They are responsive, lightweight and stable enough to stand and cast safely and in moving water. The new Lamiglass oars float and are don't dig into the water when you need them the most!

When you purchase a ClackaCraft you will be rowing one of the best and most comfortable drift boats available. Bruce, Jake, Marty and the rest of the staff are exceptional folks and go out of their way to make you a satisfied customer. There are many models and colors and options to choose from, as they say at Clackacraft - Fear No Rock!

Ugly Bug Fly Shop

The Ugly Bug Fly Shop, and Crazy Rainbow Guide Services are located in Casper, Wyoming. They have great hats and apparel to go with a first class guide service and fishery. www.crazyrainbow.net

Brian Martin and his staff go out of the way to make your stay comfortable. The River Cabin we stayed in, is right on the North Platte river and offers a relaxing setting after a full day on the river.

If you want to experience fishing the way "it used to be" then plan on booking some time with Crazy Rainbow. If your passion is casting and stripping streamers for big browns, just ask for Beau!