For some of you travelers.....

Don't forget to really clean that gear after your adventures! [Passed on from the Moldy Chum]

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service - Pacific Region's Photo    Credit: Dan Gustafson

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department recently confirmed the discovery of New Zealand mudsnails in the North Platte River near Casper and the Salt River south of Alpine in the Star Valley, according to a news release.

New Zealand mudsnails are a non-native aquatic invasive species that have spread throughout the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and now persist in several water bodies in northwest Wyoming.

This is the first finding on the North Platte River.

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October at TVTU?

GENERAL MEETING!
WHEN: Wednesday, October 10, 2018
WHERE: Luck Lab Public House - Multnomah Village
WHAT TIME: 6:30 pm [meet-n-greet; 7:00 pm meeting start
WHAT to EXPECT: Michael Gorman - All Things Nymphing
Michael will cover equipment, flies, techniques, and strategies for trout on rivers and lakes as well as steelhead fishing. Program is based on his book: American Nymph Fly Fishing Guide.
His other books are Steelhead Fly Angling-Guerilla Flyrod Tactics, and Effective Stillwater Fly Fishing. Michael teaches fly fishing at OSU and guides on the Siletz & Nestucca.

Miller Lake - NE side

CAMPOUTING!
WHEN: October 12-14, 2018
WHERE: Middle Fork Willamette - Kiahanie Campground
WHAT TIME: whenever you can make it
WHAT to EXPECT: This Middel Fork trip is something new on the schedule - hope you can make it. The area has been fishing well lately and is a place that perhaps not many people visit but is somewhat close!
MORE INFO: Contact Andy Andrews (andrewsclga@gmail.com) for additional information and directions if needed.
WHAT to BRING: a fishing license, some camping gear and sustaining food/cook items, and a friend if you wish!!

OUTING UPDATE!!!

If you are considering going to Miller Lake for the TVTU Campouting this weekend - please CONTACT ANDY ANDREWS regarding his plans; he has concerns for the layer of forest fire smoke coming in from the fires in northern California. The air quality is reported to be diminishing especially in the Klamath County and surrounding areas and CANCELLATION of the campouting is a possibility.

CAMPOUTING!
WHEN: August 10-13, 2018
WHERE: Miller Lake - Digit Point Campground
WHAT TIME: whenever you can make it
WHAT to EXPECT: This 600+ acre lake outside of Chemult is home to many unique things for Oregon - first, it is one of two lakes in the state where night fishing is allowed for cold-water species! Second, Miller has a reputation for some very large fish - especially nocturnal brown trout! If you have never been - it is worth going at least once - and why not with people who have been there before! Be prepared, the lake is at the end of just over 12-miles of variable gravel road and like most of our high desert lakes, has a reputation for mosquitoes and high-winds [though, my most recent three trips there - only one had significant mosquitoes and only one had significant winds - and that was the same trip so the wind blew the mosquitoes away!].
DIRECTIONS: head south on Hwy 97 and turn west on Deer Creek Road/FS 9772 just before the Ranger Station north of Chemult [about 1-mile]; follow for a bit over 12-miles until it ends at the lake.
WHAT to BRING: a float tube, bug spray, a side dish for the potluck on Saturday and a friend if you wish!

Afternoon closures.....Umpqua

Anglers: 2 p.m. emergency angling closure for North Umpqua River begins

Closure affects fly water area through September 30. 

Thursday, August 2, 2018

ROSEBURG, OR. – Beginning Monday, August 6, angling the North Umpqua River fly area is closed from 2 p.m. to one hour before sunrise. The closure extends from the fly area boundary at Deadline Falls to the marker below Soda Springs Dam near the power plant enclosure and is in effect through September 30.

This emergency regulation aims to protect wild summer steelhead in the fly waters of the upper North Umpqua River. Exceptionally low flows and higher water temperatures at this time of year combined with preliminary data indicating the wild summer steelhead run may be below average prompted fishery managers to enact the closure.  

An emergency regulation was set last week in the mainstem Umqpua River to protect native fish seeking cooler water at tributaries. 

Tips for hot weather angling:

• Fish during the cooler early mornings.
• Land your fish quickly to help increase survival rates.
• Keep your fish in at least six inches of water while releasing it.
• Revive the fish before release. Keep the fish upright facing into the current; if the current is slow, move the fish back and forth slowly to help oxygenate the gills

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August at TVTU?

Hopefully you are having a good summer - and the heat is not bothering your activities too much! If you've been out exploring our rivers and lakes in this whether, we certainly hope that you've been exhibiting recommended techniques for less stressful catching. Best wishes for the rest of your summer and don't forget - Oregon winter is not far behind - take advantage now!
In the meantime - how can we help you finish this season? Check it out....

NO GENERAL MEETING!
WHEN: none this month - see you in September!
WHERE: n/a
WHAT TIME: n/a
WHAT to EXPECT: No meeting; no speaker!!
Last month was our annual picnic - a well attended and hopefully entertaining time...this month we're on a fishing break! Get out and enjoy!!

Miller Lake - NE side

CAMPOUTING!
WHEN: August 10-13, 2018
WHERE: Miller Lake - Digit Point Campground
WHAT TIME: whenever you can make it
WHAT to EXPECT: This 600+ acre lake outside of Chemult is home to many unique things for Oregon - first, it is one of two lakes in the state where night fishing is allowed for cold-water species! Second, Miller has a reputation for some very large fish - especially nocturnal brown trout! If you have never been - it is worth going at least once.....

Umpqua Emergency Regs.....

Anglers: emergency restrictions now in effect for Umpqua River

Wednesday, July 25, 2018

ROSEBURG, Ore – Effective immediately, an emergency regulation protects wild summer steelhead and early returning fall chinook on the mainstem Umpqua River.

Emergency regulation, Scottsburg Bridge (Hwy. 38) to River Forks Boat Ramp:
Today through September 30, 2018, angling is prohibited within a 200 feet radius of all tributaries in the Umpqua River and in the tributaries themselves from the mouth to 200 feet upstream. This regulation is in effect from Scottsburg Bridge to River Forks Boat Ramp.

This emergency regulation protects wild summer steelhead and fall Chinook salmon that hold in and around tributaries looking for colder water. Currently, the Umpqua River has abnormally low flows and high water temperatures due to drought conditions.

“The Umpqua River at Elkton was 79 degrees this morning, and we know that temperature will be higher in the late afternoons. We believe the closure is needed to help protect our native fish that use these areas of cooler water,” said Greg Huchko, Umpqua District fisheries biologist. “Salmon and steelhead begin to have a tough time when water temperatures reach the upper 60’s, and we aren’t seeing a cooling trend any time in the near future.”

This emergency regulation was also in effect in late June 2015 and had public support.

Tips for hot weather angling:

• Fish during the cooler early mornings.
• Land your fish quickly to help increase survival rates.
• Keep your fish in at least six inches of water while releasing it.
• Revive the fish before release. Keep the fish upright facing into the current; if the current is slow, move the fish back and forth slowly to help oxygenate the gills.

And so it begins....

Umpqua River anglers: hot weather fishing tips

Wednesday, July 18, 2018

 

ROSEBURG, Ore – With the Umpqua River water temperature at 79 degrees today near Elkton, anglers are encouraged to practice hot weather ethical angling. The North Umpqua River temperature was 74 degrees this morning at Winchester Dam.

Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife biologist Evan Leonetti offers these tips for anyone fishing for salmon and steelhead in the Umpqua River during hot weather:

• Fish during the cooler early mornings.
• Land your fish quickly to help increase survival rates.
• Keep your fish in at least six inches of water while releasing it.
• Revive the fish before release. Keep the fish upright facing into the current, and if the current is slow, move the fish back and forth slowly to help oxygenate the gills.
• Please avoid angling in areas where fish are vulnerable while they are seeking cooler water.

“Steelhead and chinook salmon are dealing with low river flows and higher water temperatures, so we really appreciate anglers helping the fish out by following these tips,” Leonetti said. “Our hot weather is expected to continue.”

Not bad to start thinking about this for all your fishing from here on out....

This weekend!

CAMPOUTING!
WHEN: Saturday, July 13-15, 2018
WHERE: Gold Lake - Gold Lake Campground
WHAT TIME: whenever you can make it
WHAT to EXPECT: A semi-annual jaunt to the more southern valley area - just east of Eugene, Gold Lake is a nice little barbless and motor-less body of water - the best part - monster rainbow trout! A bonus? C&R only on the rainbows. Another bonus? Brook trout can be plentiful, feisty and fulfill all your trout cravings - there are no limits on the brook trout here and the state wants you to keep them all regardless of size. Mosquitoes have been known to carry off small children so keep yours tethered to the ground and get some bug dope...

DIRECTIONS: Go south toward Willamette Pass - before you get to Odell Lake, look for the acute left with a FS gate - FS-500. Take that left and head another couple of miles and it takes you by gravel road directly to the lake.

WHAT to BRING: a float tube, bug spray and a friend if you wish!

Want to learn how to flyfish??

Our friends at Royal Treatment Fly Fishing have you covered!

WHAT: RTFF Introduction to Fly Fishing class
WHEN: Saturday, July 14th; 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: TBA [you'll be notified when signed up]
WHAT to EXPECT: Start off your fly fishing career right with good fundamentals and lots of fun! This introduction to fly fishing is a great course for the beginner or those in need of a little refresher course. It makes a great gift and is fun for the whole family. Join instructor Rob Crandall of Water Time Outfitters who is a professional local guide with 25 years experience and past editor of Flyfishing & Tying Journal as he shares his love of fly fishing!
This class covers:

• Fly fishing terminology
• Fly fishing knots
• Proper rigging
• Equipment
• Fly selection
• Fly casting
• Entomology
• On water instruction

Don’t let the mystery of fly fishing keep you from enjoying this great sport. Let us help you untangle the myths of fly fishing and get you started out right.
What You Need: Rods and reels are provided. Bring your waders/boots, fishing license, and a sack lunch [if you don't have waders/boots - ask for guidance]. Meeting place for the class will be determined based on water levels and river condition.
What Else:

• Cost: $75 per person
• Contact: <<<The Shop>> or call 503.850.4397

Don't forget...it's picnic time!!

Annual TVTU picnic with Stonefly Maidens and the Clackamas River Chapter down on the banks of the Tualatin River in Tigard! This is our monthly member meeting for July - so come out and enjoy a grilled dog or burger with the chapter!

JULY GENERAL MEETING!

WHEN: Wednesday, July 11, 2018
WHERE: Cook Park - Shelter #3 - Tigard, Oregon

WHAT TIME: 6:00 p.m.
WHAT to EXPECT: No speaker: it's TVTU Potluck Picnic time!
Well, there will be plenty of speaking going on as this is when we all informally gather and chat amongst ourselves while chowing on grilled burgers and hot dogs! Bring a spouse, friend, family member and a side-dish or dessert and join the fun. The Clackamas River Chapter and Stonefly Maidens will be joining us again too!

The silent auction fundraiser will be in full force and everyone should bring their best charitable attitude and a moderately full wallet! We hope to see you there!