FLY FISHING OPPORTUNITY ~ CLOSED!
About the River: The Owyhee is approximately 50 miles from Boise, and 20 miles from the hunt test grounds. Fishing is permitted year round…being mindful during the later part of October to February due to spawning Brown Trout.
While the brown trout dominate the food chain on the Owyhee, the rainbow trout population holds its own. Though not plentiful, the rainbows here are as fat as footballs and tough to land. Rainbows in the 18 inch plus range are not uncommon. These large trout can be as finicky as any spring creek fish. Guiding on the Owyhee river is limited to walk and wade, as the river is a small tailwater fishery with good access. Wet wading is not realistic as the water coming out of the dam is very cold. The vast smorgasbord of insects provide the food source for the abundant fish population. Not only are there great numbers of fish, but also great numbers of large fish. The average size of the brown trout are 17-21 inches with a few monsters at 2 feet plus.
Our Fly Fishing Opportunity:
Dave and Rhonda began their guide business “Dreams on the Fly” in 2003 and sold the business in 2014. The Owyhee was their home river and they were the first licensed guides on the river. Now there are over 10 licensed guides, thus it was time to move on.
Dave has been fishing the Owyhee River for over 40 years and also tying the flies that produced 1,000's of fish over the years. They are extending a hosted trip for those that are interested. They need to limit it to 10 people, that way they will supply individuals with 6 flies, show how to cast/where to fish and how to handle the fish. All others may join the group however Dave & Rhonda will not be able to instruct much with a large group if over 10 are interested.
What you will need:
The following items are needed and can be rented locally with reservations:
To Purchase:
While the brown trout dominate the food chain on the Owyhee, the rainbow trout population holds its own. Though not plentiful, the rainbows here are as fat as footballs and tough to land. Rainbows in the 18 inch plus range are not uncommon. These large trout can be as finicky as any spring creek fish. Guiding on the Owyhee river is limited to walk and wade, as the river is a small tailwater fishery with good access. Wet wading is not realistic as the water coming out of the dam is very cold. The vast smorgasbord of insects provide the food source for the abundant fish population. Not only are there great numbers of fish, but also great numbers of large fish. The average size of the brown trout are 17-21 inches with a few monsters at 2 feet plus.
Our Fly Fishing Opportunity:
Dave and Rhonda began their guide business “Dreams on the Fly” in 2003 and sold the business in 2014. The Owyhee was their home river and they were the first licensed guides on the river. Now there are over 10 licensed guides, thus it was time to move on.
Dave has been fishing the Owyhee River for over 40 years and also tying the flies that produced 1,000's of fish over the years. They are extending a hosted trip for those that are interested. They need to limit it to 10 people, that way they will supply individuals with 6 flies, show how to cast/where to fish and how to handle the fish. All others may join the group however Dave & Rhonda will not be able to instruct much with a large group if over 10 are interested.
What you will need:
- Water to drink
- Oregon Fishing License
The following items are needed and can be rented locally with reservations:
- Waders and Boots
- Fly rod 3-5 weight depending on experience level
- Reel with a weight forward floating line
To Purchase:
- Tippet and leader 5x
- Mahogany Duns size 16-18
- Blue Winged Olives size 20-22
- Midges Black size 22
- Midges Tan size 22
- Pheasant tail nymphs size 16-18
- Blue Winged Olive Cripples size 20-22
- Zebra midges size 20-22