There are a number of excellent rivers on the northern Oregon coast that offer heathly runs of winter steelhead. Scott and Chris fly fish all of these systems depending on flows, time of year and preferences. All are floated and all fly fishing is done while wading. Scott and Chris greatly prefer swinging flies with spey rods. Both Scott and Chris will provide a custom supply of flies for your use.
This is true winter steelhead fishing, and as such, challenging weather conditions with relatively low catch rates are the norm. Under good conditions, two “pulls” or takes per person per day would be considered very acceptable. On the bright side, the wild coastal steelhead in the region are typically very bright and often large. Additionally, the rivers are very well suited to the fly and a great pleasure to fish.
Scott O’Donnell is an exceptionally talented and experienced guide. He has spent more than 20 seasons guiding in Alaska and more than 15 years guiding winter steelhead in the Tillamook region. Scott is sponsored by Sage, has been a part of designing the Rio “Skagit” lines and MOW tips, and is one of the nation's top spey instructors.
Chris O'Donnell has spent over a decade guiding and mastering the intricacies of these waters, is a valuable resource on these hard charging steelhead and is a sought after spey casting instructor.
Anglers are expected to help with the shuttles so please have gas in the tank and expect to do a bit of driving each day.