Rogue Fish District Updates

I received a phone call from Ryan Battleson and then a followup e-mail.  The easiest way is just to forward the the whole message in original form.  Tom Collett

Thomas,

Good talking with you this morning.  If you could please add this link to your SOFT Blog and also coordinate to send this out to whoever manages your list serve, that would be great.   We recently started a list serve for emailing Rogue Fish District Updates to interested members of the public, guides, NGO’s, etc.  We currently have over 1100 people signed up to receive updates.  This is similar to getting email notifications regarding Cole Rivers fish counts, summer Huntley Seining project updates, etc.  I included the rest of the Holy Water committee as we had discussed this.  Get on it gentlemen if you did not receive an update yet!

http://www.dfw.state.or.us/fish/local_fisheries/rogue_river/index.asp

Below is the first December issue:

http://www.dfw.state.or.us/fish/local_fisheries/rogue_river/updates/index.asp

Additionally, my program, the Salmon Trout Enhancement Program (STEP), also puts out a quarterly newsletter called “Fishworks”.  It is a joint Restoration and Enhancement Grant Program (R&E) and STEP newsletter that you can subscribe to by email.  Unfortunately, on our website I only see the winter 2014 .pdf newsletter.  More current versions have been coming out by email.  I’ve notified my statewide coordinator of this in order to get the most current versions updated to the web.

Thanks for your help,

Ryan

Ryan Battleson

Assistant District Fish Biologist

Salmon Trout Enhancement Program (STEP)

Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife

Rogue District Watershed

1495 East Gregory Rd.

Central Point, OR 97502

541-826-8774 ext 226 (Office)

541-826-8776 (Fax)

Ryan.D.Battleson@State.OR.US

http://www.dfw.state.or.us/fish/RE/

http://www.dfw.state.or.us/fish/STEP/

To receive the quarterly STEP and R&E newsletter by e-mail please sign up at  http://dfw.state.or.us/fish/STEP/fishworks

Addendum for December meeting

At the December SOFT meeting the Tech Table will be sharing some helpful tips on mounting hair wings. You may pick up a new method or two for making the task a bit easier.

SOFT Meeting, Tuesday, December 13, 2016

Mr. David P. McCants will tie two trout flies for the Rogue River (Holy Water and Upper Rogue).  These flies have been fished in multiple rivers in California and Nevada with great success.  The McCBear’s - Two Bobbin Baetis has also been fished by Mike Lawson on the Henry’s Fork with much success.

McCBear’s – Chorus Girl has also been used successfully on the same rivers and has landed a 28” inch rainbow on California’s Putah Creek (Dave’s former home water).

The patterns are as follows:

         McCBear’s - Two Bobbin Baetis

• ·       Hook – Gaelic Supreme Syl Nemes up eye hook in size 15 or 17 or similar hook,
• ·       Thread – Body Grey Griffiths 14/0,
• ·       Tail – Lemon Wood Duck fibers or Brown Partridge,
• ·       Rib – Black 6/0 Uni Thread on a separate bobbin,
• ·       Underwing – 2 sprigs of micro pearl krystal flash,
• ·       Overwing – Marc Pettijean Iron Blue Dun CDC (either trimmed or not)
• ·       Large Head – Rounded Black Uni 6/0 thread.

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McCBear’s - Chorus Girl (in order of tie in steps):

• ·       Hook – Daiichi 1150 16-18 or similar hook like Dairiki 135,
• ·       Thread – Montana Fly Co. 8/0 red or Guidibrod 10/0 red or Veevus 16/0 red,
• ·       Breathers – White Polar Bear stubble,
• ·       Bead – 11/0 or 14/0 glass bead,
• ·       Rib – Fine gold wire.

SOFT Meeting, Tuesday, November 8, 2016

ATTENTION FLY TYERS

    The November meeting of the Southern Oregon Fly Tyers will be held on Tuesday, November 8th. Our featured tying demo will be done by Paul Wolflick from Roseburg. As always Paul will be showing us couple of his killer flies and some new techniques. Bring some flies for the club fly box to be included in the outstanding raffle items.

After the demo stop by the “TECH TABLE” for some useful hints on biots and how to get the best results.

No reservations needed, just show up with a friend or two and enjoy the evening with your fellow tyers.

NEW PRESIDENT ELECTED TO THE SOFT CLUB.

    At our October meeting the members elected a new President. Dave McCants will take over the leadership role from Dan Kellogg after he has served as President for the last 18 years. Dave brings to us many years of fly tying from the Bay Area along with plenty of new ideas for the club and lots of enthusiasm. If you haven’t met Mr. McCants attend the November meeting and get acquainted.

The B Fly

Materials:

·        Hook                    Tiemco 5262 #10

·        Thread                 6/0 Black

·        Tail                        Olive Marabou and Crystal Flash

·        Body                     4 strands Peacock Herl

·        Rib                        Gold Wire Fine

·        Thorax                 Ice Dub Golden Brown

·        Head                     Ice Dub Black Peacock

Directions:

1.      Tie in tail and 1 strand Crystal Flash alongside the tail.

2.      Tie in rib and ½ hook shank with peacock wrap.

3.      Rib body.

4.      Dub thorax.

5.      Dub head.

6.      Whip finish.

7.      Brush head and thorax to simulate legs. 

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Stillwater Caddis Emerger

Materials:

·        Hook                    Tiemco 5262 #12

·        Thread                 6/0 Olive

·        Rib                        Chartreuse BR wire

·        Body                     Diamond Brite Olive Brown

·        Wing Case & Legs  Brown Pheasant Rump

·        Thorax                 Ice Dub Peacock

·        Head                     Peacock herl

Directions:

1.      Tie in rib & dub body ½ hook shank.

2.      Rib body and tie in wing case and legs.

3.      Dub thorax.

4.      Pull wing case over thorax and form legs.

5.      Tie in head and wrap.

6.      Whip finish.

SOFT Meeting, Tuesday, October !!th

ATTENTION FLY TYERS!!! pm

The 2016/2017 tying season starts 6:00 pm on October 11th at the SOFT meeting in Gold Hill. We look forward to another great year of sharing the art with our fellow tyers in Southern Oregon and Northern California. It’s all about furthering our education and enjoyment of this very rewarding hobby.

 

Our first meeting will feature a tying demonstration by Dan Kellogg of the Gilled Nymph developed by Shane Stallcup to imitate the Callibaetis mayfly nymph so numerous in stillwaters and slow spring creeks of the Northwest. This pattern is a proven producer so you don’t want to miss this demo.

Ever wonder where certain duck feathers were located and what they could be used for? Dave Roberts will have his personal flock of waterfowl on display with the answers. 

Tom Collett will give a informative presentation on all the features and uses of our SOFT blog. It’s more than a meeting announcement so find out how you can use it to your advantage.

Through the summer we have had numerous suggestions about new programs and activities for our future meetings. We will be discussing and deciding on our direction, so bring your ideas, we appreciate your input.

We will have great raffle prizes and Kathy Hamilton informs us that she has plenty of tickets for everyone. Each month we will be raffling off one of our SOFT flyboxes. If each person brings a couple flies to put in, it will make the box even more valuable. Of course Dale will have his special coffee and I’m sure someone will bring goodies to share.

So invite your fly tying friends from the club and join us for an evening of learning and camaraderie. We always have a great time.

Rogue on the Fly

NO Meeting in September

The next SOFT meeting will be in October.

In Glide

8th Annual North Umpqua Fishing - Tying Festival September 10, 2016 Glide

September means it's time for the 8th Annual North Umpqua Fly Fishing and Tying Festival, at the Glide Community Center, 20062 North Umpqua Highway, Glide Oregon.  Mark your calendars for Friday the 9th and Saturday the 10th, volunteers, tyers and vendors are invited to a BBQ-Potluck on Friday evening, as a thanks for setting up and then cleaning up, plus all of the activities in-between.  Friday morning volunteers start setting up the Casting Pond and in the afternoon others start getting the community center organized.  By 5:30 the work is done and we are ready for to relax with good food, and friends at the BBQ.  

Doors open at 7am on Saturday for last minute setup, coffee and breakfast burritos. This year we have over 20 tyers from Oregon, Washington, California and Idaho, they will be working on Steelhead, Salmon, Realistic, Traditional and flies of their own invention.  Sessions are from 9-noon and 1-4pm.    They are willing to share the expertise, for the novice or more seasoned tyer and there is always a great story thrown in.  Local suppliers of tying and fishing equipment will have merchandise for sale.  Can you think of a better way to spend the day for anyone who fishes?  What about those who don't fish...we have something for them too.  Woodcarvers, watercolorists, jewelry makers and other artists will have their wares for sale.  Dan and Kelly Brock will have vintage and antique fishing equipment for sale and be available for appraisals.   John Mathews can paint flies on cars, boats, or RV’s for a most reasonable rate- what a great way to show your passion for fishing.   There will be raffles and door prizes  throughout the day,  terrific silent auction items to bid on and a new member raffle for those that sign up on Saturday.  Sandwiches and snacks will be available through the day.  The Community Center has a new HVAC system, so rain or shine  we will be comfortable.  

Accommodations in Glide are limited (one), but within 20 miles to the east and west there are plenty of options.

This is a great way to spend all or part of the day, spending time watching other tyers and learning a new technique, or visiting with friends.    Admission is free, but we are collecting non-perishable food items for donation to the Glide Helping Hands food Bank, and we make a donation to the Glide High School Scholarship Fund.   If you have questions about the festival, or volunteering contact Tresa.  541-496-0770 or tresa01@intergate.com 

Check out the 7th Annual North Umpqua Fly Fishing Festival in Glide.
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Is you is, or is you ain't coming?

Attention SOFT Members

Tuesday, June 14th

5:00 Happy hour

6:00  We eat

At our normal meeting place; Madrone Hill Mobile Home Park

    We are putting on a BBQ dinner for our June 14th meeting. All the food and beverages will be provided  and spouses or significant others are very welcome. We only ask that you might bring a dessert or something interesting to share. We need your help ASAP to get a head count of those who will be attending so we have enough food for everyone.

    Please RSVP to  Dale at deheath504@gmail.com. Get back to us before  June 9th. Good food, good friends, and a great time. Be there.

WE got;  Ribs and Chicken

Baked beans

Potato salad

Green salad

Bread

Wine, beer, and soft drinks

We also got; plates, cups, napkins, and utensils

This is also the last chance to donate your flies to Water Watch.

More BBQ /// email address corrected

If you responded already, you may need to respond again.  I just received this message from Dale.  The original message has now been corrected.

Tom, would you please post the BBQ invite again and ask people who sent their response to the incorrect email address in the prior post, to send it to deheath504@gmail.com? We don't have very many responses so far.

Only: Dave & Cathy Hamilton, Steve Ostrander, Mike Barnum, The Tuesday Old Guys Fly Tying Bunch.

BBQ, RSVP, BBQ, RSVP

Attention SOFT Members

    We are putting on a BBQ dinner for our June 14th meeting. All the food and beverages will be provided  and spouses or significant others are very welcome. We only ask that you might bring a dessert to share. We need your help ASAP to get a head count of those who will be attending so we have enough food for everyone. We will be having ribs and chicken along with baked beans, potato salad, green salad and bread. Wine beer, and soft drinks will also be served.

    Please RSVP to Dan’s cell by text @ 541-200-4063 or you can e-mail Dale at deheath504@gmail.com. Get back to us before by June 9th. Good food, good friends, and a great time. Be there.

This is also the last chance to donate your flies to Water Watch.

SOFT Meeting and BBQ

The May 10th SOFT meeting will feature the tying skills of Ed Morphis. He will demonstrate a few of Alec Jackson’s “Spade” series. This is how Ed describes the demo.

I keep trying to improve my tying, and I find that, having my own style of tying gets in the way of doing so. Therefore, I decided to follow chosen “experts,” tying exactly as they do. It is difficult to do this, as it is easier to follow my own way of doing a process, but if I want to end up with the exact product as theirs, it is essential to use their processes.

This is what I did with Alec Jackson’s videos of how to tie the Spades.  Alec is famous for his style of tying (as well as the style of his hooks), especially for his variations of the Spade pattern. This line of variations is his favorite for fishing steelhead in different seasons and conditions. (It seems not to be as popular in Southern Oregon, but I think it is probably because we haven’t given it a good try. Again, probably because it is not very colorful.) There is the Costal Spade, Inland Spade, Fancy Spade, Claret Guinea Spade, Woolly Spade, and Dry Spade. I will demonstrate his style of the Coastal, Inland, and Fancy. There will be a handout for everyone with pictures and recipes.

Alec has this to say; "Bob Arnold's Spade is, in my opinion, the perfect fly for Greased Line Fishing for steelhead. First it is a three-dimensional fly and thus easily seen by fish regardless of the relative positions of fly and fish. Second it has a very strong silhouette because it is predominantly dark in color. Third, because of the materials used in its construction, it is easy to fine tune the amount of material applied to the hook.”

Ed has also agreed to share some of his ideas on how to be a better demonstration tier. It shapes up to be a very educational evening, so pencil it in on your busy social calendar.

    Last month we voted to have a delicious BBQ for our June meeting. All food and beverages will be provided except deserts. We will ask our members to bring something special and sweet. That could mean your wife or girlfriend/husband or boyfriend, OR a pie cake or cookies. In order to make sure we have enough food for everybody, I will need a RSVP for those attending. The date is June 14th. Lets have a big crowd.