Cranberry Lake has a number of holdover trout and should be really good now that the weather is okay. I plan on fishing next Thursday or Friday weather dependent as rain and winds dictate you using our float boats. Anyone else interested reach out to me to coordinate meeting at the boat launch. Th

The tide is right; the wind seems manageable; I'm going fishing; join me if you can. On Thursday, April 3, I'm going to fish Ala Spit on north Whidbey Island to see if the sea-run cutthroat have shown up. I'd be pleased to have you join me. I'll arrive between 10:30 and 11:00 and fish for three or

I have a relative who bought a complete fly outfit, but due to illness has decided to just stick to gear fishing. He has brand new in the box, an Outcast Cruzer. New in the box Simms waders as well as a new pair of Simms wading boots....(size 11_ The Cruzer sells for $459.00 alone and he estimat

The North Sound Program of Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing (PHW) is up and running! Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing (PHW)  is a nation-wide 501c(3) dedicated to the physical and emotional rehabilitation of disabled active duty military personnel and disabled veterans through fly fishing, fl

Since I'll be on The Island for the club meeting this Wednesday, I'm planning on arriving by 11 AM or noon to see what might be biting at Ala Spit. I'll stay over after the meeting and try my luck on Lone Lake Thursday. I'd love company either time.

Consider ringing in the New Year with the North Sound Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing program at Pass Lake. Weather dependent, we’ll gather at the lake at approximately 8:30am for several hours of fishing, fish tales, and camaraderie.  Contact Jeff Sturm for more information. You Do NOT need to

Here are some upcoming classes for beginners offered by the Avid Angler Fly Shop Introduction to Fly Tying • Instructor: Sam Schermer • 2 sessions • Dec 3rd & 10th - SIGN UP! Introduction to Fly Fishing • Instructor: Mark Shimazu • 1 session • December 8th - SIGN UP! Tying Guide Flies • Inst

Claire and I had our annual day on the river yesterday. We typically hit a small stream near Darrington, and this year it was Buck Creek--a tributary of the Suiattle River. It's a beautiful, gin clear stream that reminds us of the stream our family camped on each summer as the kids were growing

I have an Outcast Stealth Pro that I can't use. It has only been on the water about 5 times and stored semi-inflated in my garage. Comes with pump, patch kit, and anchor. Asking $900 or best offer. Contact Bob Stephens 520-576-3087.

The current weather forecast for next Saturday (June 8) is reasonable enough that I'm planning on doing a little casting practice at Fort Casey SP, followed by a beer at Callan's Restaurant. I'd enjoy company. Let me know if you're interested and able to come for one, the other, or both activities.

I joined 5 old class mates and traveled to the Twins for a weekend of fishing. Keep mind, when I say old class mates I mean we went to grade school starting around 75 years ago, so this is an annual event. They are not actual fly fishermen, but have bought fly rods and sinking lines (with my h

On Tuesday 4/16 , eight Desperados from the WIFFC headed to Ellensburg for our spring pilgrimage to fish the Lower Yakima River Canyon . We rendezvoused Tuesday night at the Porch Steak House for some chilled adult beverages , delicious steaks and some fish talk (AKA :BS) . Wednesday morning we met

The Washington Chapter of Fly Fishers International is holding its annual Casting Fair on May 4 at Ballinger Park. Here is a link to their announcement: Casting Fair 2024 – wscffi While I've never been able to attend this event, those in the club who have say it is very well done and offers everyon

I have an opportunity at long last to fish next Wednesday, before the club meeting. It's been ages since I've fished Lone Lake. Does anyone know how well it's fishing? It's also getting close to when we might expect to find SRC and Dollies appearing in the salt again, so I'm keeping Ala Spit in mind

For any of you not way ahead of me, let me pass along a notice I just received: The Fly Fishing Show, the traveling extravaganza of all things fly fishing, is coming to Bellevue's Meydenbauer Center. February 17 and 18 are the dates. This isn't a free event, tickets must be purchased online or at th

I met up with Ken Price, Bob Adams, and Phil Latendresse at Ala Spit yesterday for some sea-run cutthroat fishing. We caught no fish--didn't even have a strike--but we all enjoyed the sun and scenery and each other's company. Two anglers who had arrived before us each had only one take, so I can bla

"Who knew we had so many dedicated and determined fly fishers!?", said Mark Wilbert to the Universe. A dozen hardy souls braved strong winds and stronger gusts to vie for the title of this year's champion of the annual Nyerges Nymph One-Fly Outing. It was a good turnout from both the club and me

I'm going to fish Ala Spit before the club meeting this Wednesday, March 12. I'll try to arrive around 10 AM. I welcome anyone who'd like to join me. If you're new to fishing the salt for cutthroat, I'm happy to introduce you to it. I'll bring along most of the gear you'll need. All you need sup

The North Sound Program of Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing kicked off 2025 with two recent events: Fishing Pass Lake and our First Thursday Open Tie event the American Legion Post in Oak Harbor. New Years Day We had nine anglers meet-up at the Pass Lake Boat Launch on New Years Day. After w

I can't think of a better way to recover from a raucous WIFFC holiday party Monday night than to go fishing on Tuesday. I've heard that another club member caught some Dollies a week or so ago, so I'm heading to Ala Spit to try my luck. Please join me. High tide is about noon. I'll try to get there

Pass Lake is OPEN...so instead of fighting the ferry line and braving the malls, consider opting outdoors this coming Black Friday (Friday, Nov  29th) and joining the North Sound program of Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing at Pass Lake.  We will be meeting at the lake at approximately 8:30am.   Co

Last Sunday we took advantage of the weather to hold a little casting practice session at Lone Lake. Three likely new members showed up, two of whom are brand new to fly fishing. The third is experienced and was able to help with instruction. Thanks, too, to Clarence Hein for lending a hand. Special

On Tuesday, July 9, from 4:00 - 5:30 PM, WIFFC, in conjunction with the Coupeville Library, will give the public a simple introduction to some of the fish and fly fishing opportunities on Whidbey Island and Western Washington. Designed for novices and the fly fishing curious, this presentation will

Club member, Gianna Holle, is offering to give this pontoon boat to any club member--free! Here's what Gianna has to say about it: Has frame with back cage, seat with fold-down back rest, oars, two side bags, and an apron. Has inflation adaptor (connects hand pump to bladder valve). Comes with l

Saturday, April 13 was a beautiful blue-sky day that saw a dozen or so club members join in our annual Nyerges Nymph One-Fly Outing on Lone Lake. In this event members use only Nyerges Nymph patters in a two-hour casual competition to see who can catch the most fish. It's a celebration of a classic

I spent another few days on the Yakima this past week: one day DIY floating with Steve Sintay and the second day floating with the club via McGinn’s diligent oversight and cat herding. I drove over on Monday with my fishing rig (1993 Mitsubishi Delica van and 2023 NRS Slipstream 96 raft) and spent

Had a great time on the outing organized by McGinn. Fishing was good, catching was slow. Our boat got 7 fish including one large white fish. Fish took big stone nymph in the morning and mayfly nymph in the afternoon. Lots of mayflies hatching but no fish rising. The river was dropping rapidly duri

On our exploration of northern Arkansas in advance of the solar eclipse, Carol gave me the go-ahead to spend the morning fishing one of the rivers for which Arkansas is famous. The White River and the North Fork of the White River (locally referred to as the Norfork) have year-round trout fisherie

If fishing every day of the year is the requirement for a perfect fishing year, Jeff Sturm, Mac LaMay, Steve Sintay, and I are perfect so far. The four of us met at Pass Lake on New Year's Day to have a go at it. I brought a few doughnuts, and Jeff brought coffee, so we spent a few nice minutes chat

I know a few of you fish Big Twin Lake near Winthrop, WA. I just heard an announcement that the online reservation system for Big Twin Lake Resort is now up and running. Here's a link if you're ready to make a reservation.