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Time for a New Burkheimer?
Kerry sent me an email the other day tossing out some possibilities: If I was to test a new Burkheimer I should try a couple new models: the 7127-4 or the 8121-5. I see the application for both. With a shorter rod I can put the screws to a fish in tight quarters, provided the…
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Tis the season for a little Elk Hunting and State Forest Discovery
Rounded a bend in the road near the big cut I posted a couple years ago and what did I find? A big, nasty landslide directly above a tributary of one the most productive winter steelhead and fall chinook rivers in our state. I can hear ODF’s line already, “Our Geo Tech checked that site…
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ODFW Sends Strong Message to Egg Cure Manufacturers
See attached PDF. Failure to comply with voluntary reporting will result in ODFW eliminating use of Sodium Sulfite in commercial egg cures. Egg cure summary memo July 2011 final-1.doc – NeoOffice Writer JM
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Great Info on SAGE TCX 11’9″ switch rods!
I was cruising through The Fly Fishing Shop’s newsletter and saw the review of the Sage TCX 11′ 9″ switch rods. Mark Bachmann has done a great job putting together the right lines for these sticks. Heck, while you’re there buy some gear…We gotta support the good shops. Check out his thoughts: http://www.flyfishusa.com/newsletter/current/
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Deschutes River is Hot! But Not In the Fishing Sense…
In a letter from buddy Tom Larimer to PGE Senior Biologist, Don Ratliff, and shared with the fish conservation community, Tom pretty much sums it up: —- Don, It’s good to hear PGE finally has a way to monitor the water temps in the lower Deschutes River. I have to back up Brad Staples when…
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Sliding Into Anonymity
This is the season when we become lost in the routine of cast, swing, strip. The two handers are stashed, but for the switch rods. We turn them into distance casting tools where space behind is not an issue. The salmon we catch are eaters; food fish plain and simple.
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How To: Whatever You Want To
I’ve been working on a “How To” video channel for steelheaders interested in taking their skills to the next level. We produce the Skagit Master DVD’s to help you move up the ladder by refining angling skills using the latest rods, lines and flies. SM3 promises to do the same, but with your fly tying…
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Oregon Department of Forestry uses old science…Duh!
Thanks to Bob Van Dyk we are in the loop on this issue. Oregon State University just released a report blasting The Oregon Department of Forestry for using old science in their management plan of the Tillamook/Clatsop State Forest. Conservationists and other ESA advocates have been claiming this for a while. Finally the…
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Winter is Winding Down
You wouldn’t know it with the rain we continue to get. Fortunately, the fish are late, still coming in numbers and the crowds are off chasing bigger chrome stuff. It’s my favorite time of the year, this late spring thing. You have the river to yourself, and the fish cooperate if you can…
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Winter is Marabou time
I forgot how much movement marabou produces when the water is cold, off color and the current not too heavy. Fished these this weekend and love the look. JM
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Okay, here goes… I’m developing Volume 3 and so far sponsor interest is strong. I want to feature steelhead flies, in their full glory, or not. I plan to explore traditional flies a bit but focus mostly on modern steelhead fly concepts: materials, design, hooks, shanks, rigging, etc…I also plan to feature some non-celeb type…
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SM2 in Blu Ray???
I was wondering how many of you Skagit Master fans would be interested in an HD/Blu Ray version of our shows. The best player for Blu Ray I’ve discovered is a Sony Play Station. So, if you have one of those or a Blu Ray player, are you game? The retail would be…
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Skagit Master 2 is at the warehouse and on it’s way!
As of December 28th, our fulfillment company has begun filling pre orders. No more 3 week wait. If you order now, you will receive the DVD in a matter of days. Yippie. Thanks, Jeff Mishler
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Skagit Master 2 is ready for Pre Order!
Go ahead. Buy now. But please allow 3 full weeks for delivery. This will change by Xmas and we will be on a regular delivery schedule. Thanks, JM
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Last Days Before SM2 Hits The Streets
Sorry for the long wait and delay. I’m about to put this to bed. Should have the Volume 2 button above activated by early next week for purchases of “Skagit Master Volume 2 Featuring Scott Howell, Steelheading Outside the Box”. I’m currently cutting a killer trailer for you all. I’ll post it here and on…
