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Idylwilde Sponsors Carp-pocalypse – Come one Come All
On May 16th, 2012 by Zach
Last fall I started working on a little side project. I had an idea to throw a fly fishing tournament for Carp that would be a great chance for a bunch of people to get together catch some big fish, drink some awesome beer, eat some BBQ, and help the Native fish we all love. After some hard work and lots of help from from some awesome people at the Native Fish Society, Orvis, Ninkasi Brewing, Idylwilde Flies, John Montana, and others I am proud to say it has finally come together.
Today I am proud to announce the first annual Carp-pocalypse Tournament at Banks Lake in Washington. Clear water, shallow flats, lots of fish, and plenty of sun make this a perfect place for everyone to get together and have some fun while helping our native fish. This is a two day tournament with a tailgate party on Saturday night so come prepared to impress with your tailgating abilities as well as your mad flats fishing skills. All it takes to join is a minimum donation of $25.00 to the Native Fish Society. To sign up or get more information come see me at the Portland Orvis store or give me a call at 503-598-7680.
Hope to see you all there.
Adam
New Company Provides Logistics, Rental and Know How for Independent Floaters
On May 15th, 2012 by Grillos
Why fish the Gunny? Here's one reason.
“Why didn’t I think of that? That’s a great idea!” That’s been the typical reply when I tell people about my friend Chris Mortimer’s new company, Gunnison River Pro. GRP is the first boat/gear rental service and logistical support company on the Gunnison River. A great deal of anglers out there know how to row a boat. However the tough part about the Gunnison Gorge is dealing with getting boats and gear into the wilderness, to the put-in. Gunnison River Pro provides everything you need to get down the legendary Gunnison Gorge with ease.
7000+ trout per mile can't be wrong!
What started as an idea over a few beers a couple years ago has become a reality and Gunnison River Pro is operational and taking bookings for the 2012 season.
Two GRP rental boats, in the Gunny Gorge.
Now that I’m living and guiding in Washington you can be sure that when I do get back to Colorado you’ll find me in a GRP boat, back on my old stomping grounds wrangling fish with my buddies!
Check Eric's sweet retro hat! ...and the big brown that ate a Chubby.
Whats Working For McCrary?
On May 14th, 2012 by Zach
McCrary bets his living on the Marabou Tube
Marabou Tubes are putting them on the beach for McCrary clients.
Adapting your fly choice for winter run steelhead to summer run steelhead is simple. Just keep fishing the Marabou Tube. Local Portland guide Matt McCrary has his clients fishing marabou tubes in all conditions. High water, low water, unweighted swung in close to the bank. If he feels the need to get the fly down faster or deeper he slides a lined tungsten cone in front of the fly to micro adjust for weight without taking the time to change out sink tips.
“Right now the Clack has a mixture of late winter fish and early summer fish. I always have one of my clients make a pass with the marabou tube.” say McCrary. “Its easy for clients to cast and I have tremendous confidence in the pattern. Successful steelheading is all about confidence.”
Business Communication O’Keefe Style
On May 11th, 2012 by Zach
Got this email and picture from Brian yesterday. Made me realize my life is so different from his.
Hi Zach
Let me know if that batch of photos made it OK.
Had a rocking good salmonfly day yesterday.
Off to Baja Saturday.
BO
I had a rocking computer day yesterday!
CONNECT!