Trout Fishing Regional Roundup
And there it is gang, right where we all want to be. Wandering aimlessly up a trout stream, fly rod in hand. Well, now’s a good time to put that getaway together. Here’s a quick roundup:
Upper Sacramento: At this writing it’s about 1750cfs at Delta, which means it’s still a bit high but not out of the question. I would give it a another week or two. try to catch it on the high side of prime.. trust me.
Lower McCloud (below McCloud Res): This is a good bet. I am concerned that they will spill some water eventually as the reservoir fills up - but they haven’t yet. Ash Camp has the best flows now, but the whole river down through ah-di-na is fishable.
Hat Creek: A little far if you’re coming from the Rogue valley, but worth the trek. A very consistent early season fishery. Good bug activity early on. I had good fishing down there this last weekend.
Diamond Lake: From Diamond Lake Resort: As of this morning, May 9th, folks are launching boat from the north boat ramp nearest to the Resort. The lake is 75% ICE FREE! There is still slushy ice at the north and south ends of the lake but the center of the lake is all open water. The continued warm weather will likely have nearly all the ice off the lake by the weekend.
Time to “Stretch Your String!!”
Upcoming Tying Class!
Steelhead Fly Tying
with Rich Zellman
at The Ashland Fly Shop

We are thrilled that Rich has agreed to host his class with us again this year! It’s been my pleasure to get to know Rich over my time here and watch him become one of the most sought after guides in the area. His Steelhead flies are truly outstanding and I have sent custom orders of them all over the country. This is a great tying opportunity! Call the shop or reply to sign up! 541 488 6454
Where: The Ashland Fly Shop
When: Saturday, May 5th 10 am - 4 pm
Cost: $75
*Please bring your vise, tools and threads. A light is nice to have as well. Rich will provide the remaining materials for the class. Please call with any questions. Thanks!
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| Tying Classes are fun! We have a great space for it as well |
Hazlett’s tying class really messy.. and really fun!
Four Steelhead Fly Fishers with cabin fever cozied up to our cafeteria tables this weekend for Jon Bon Hazlett’s annual Steelhead flies class! Some awesome (and double secret) patterns were tied and a good time was had by all. Thanks everyone!!
Getting Better..
Good news for people hoping for a last gasp Winter Steelhead fix… looks like they are creeping the flows down a bit out of the dam and they are now down to about 2600, which is still high but more fishable for fly flingers. Up around the Dam down to Casey Park should be a good bet for late winters.
For some reason there was a spike in flows further down the river last night, must have been some decent rain squalls in the area. That put flows at Dodge back up around 4000 and probably pretty colored up I would imagine.
3rd Sunday Spey Casting - this week!
Please join The Ashland Fly Shop at Tou Velle Park on the Rogue River the 3rd Sunday of every month from 10 to 1 ish for a gathering of spey casting enthusiasts & local instructors! Were putting this together to help people with an interest in Spey Casting to get a first hand look at the techniques as well as those who’ve already taken the plunge an avenue to get tips & feedback on casting issues.. and for fun! Call the shop for more info! 541 488 6454
We’ve met in October & November and had a strong turnout each time. We hope this will turn into a cool regular event where people can come and get some insight into this increasingly popular technique.
We will have lots of different Rods and Lines on hand from different manufacturers for you to demo. Sage, Winston, Airflo, Rio etc..
Please give us a call at the shop for more info!! We hope to see you!! 541 488 6454
Steelhead Flies with Jon Hazlett!
Please join us Saturday, April 21st for a Steelhead fly tying class with local guide Jon Hazlett! Jon is the creator of 2 of our most popular flies here at the shop. The Dirk Wiggler and the Duece Wigalo. These flies are tied in the modern “shank style” with a trailing hook. Jon says he has a couple other creations in the works that he will share with the class as well! Call the shop or reply to sign up! 541 488 6454
Where:The Ashland Fly Shop
When:Saturday, April 21st 10 am - 4:00 pm
Going, going…
3-31-12 I really wish we could have prayed for rain in groups last month instead of all at once. It appears someone in charge of the taps was listening.
I have been disappointing people all day long who have been calling with a glimmer of hope for the fishing.

























