Fall is officially here and the cool crisp air combined with the vivid colors in the fall foliage has me pumped. This is my favorite time of year and it always slips by too quickly! We have been chasing steelhead and trout on Oregon's finest river the Deschutes lately and...
Join us on Oregon’s best waters where remarkable Steelhead are found less than 2 hours from Portland, Oregon. We make it easy, hop in the boat and fish! When the water is cold and the weather isn’t much better, this is definitely the way it’s meant to be done on...
September and October are prime time in Oregon with so much fishing to do there just not enough time! It's been a wet and cool fall here in the NW and that's brought a beautiful white blanket of snow on the iconic Mt Hood which bodes well for winter snow...
Have you been frustrated by lack of success Steelhead fishing? Do you want to know how to identify good Steelhead water on your own and what is the proper swing? Do you get confused by all the gear, terms and where to start? Steelhead SWING-O-LOGY is the perfect solution for...
Deschutes River: Trout fishing has been pretty good on the D with hatches of caddis flies the main event. Look for tan caddis size 16 and 18. Use emergers before and during the hatch; typically there is a hatch in the morning and one in the evening just before...
Want to experience the best trout fishing Oregon has to offer? How about world class-wild-Rainbow Trout fishing in 2000' deep canyons with super fun whitewater all at our best price of the year! Experience the canyon with the professional staff of Water Time Outfitters on our Summer Trout Special- just...
This year's run of American Shad was one of the best in many years and the smiles on our customers faces reflected that daily! The four hour fly fishing trips we offered this June were a smashing success as many anglers hooked fish until their arms were sore- no joking! ...
Spring fly fishing near Portland Oregon is ripe with opportunities for steelhead, trout and shad. April, May and June have much to offer and the traveling angler's plans should include a visit to this beautiful region of the state. Spring blooms, the Portland Rose Garden, the vibrant greens combine to...
Fly fishing for Steelhead? Drag setting is an important detail that is often overlooked. A properly set drag will ensure that you have the best opportunity to get a good hookup and land a higher percentage of steelhead. Setting the drag correctly involves a number of factors. When fishing the...
The month of June brings blooming dogwoods, blossoming flowers, the worlds largest run of American Shad to Oregon’s biggest waterways and a bit of fly fishing craziness right near Portland, OR. The Columbia River which cuts the boundary line between Washington state and Oregon combined with Portland’s cargo way the...
In a state that has it all when it comes to fishing you might find it weird to hear seasoned Oregonians talking about bass fishing; yes, we have salmon, steelhead and great wild trout fishing but bass? Yes! Within one hour drive of Portland- Oregon has some unbelievable smallmouth bass fishing. ...
Do you want to learn the best way to safely naviagate NW rivers? If you have a new boat, drift boat, raft or pontoon boat and want to learn; this specialty rowing workshop is for you. Learn to manage your new boat with safety and confidence. Water Time Outfitters guides and...
It's that time of year when we start to see a transition from winter to spring and this year is right on cue. March litterally roared in like a lion this year with cold and nasty conditions and a daily dose of "wintery mix" to frost your windshield and now...
Spey casting is one of the most versatile casting styles available to fly casters; it lends itself to so many fishing situations and the proper formation of the D-loop is an integral part of making this cast work. The D-loop is simply the line forming behind the rod when making...
Want to catch your first steelhead on the fly? Have you fly fished for steelhead and not found success? Are you looking to increase your skills and build your fly fishing for steelhead effectiveness? Swingology 101 is for you! Water Time Outfitters is offering a special three day class for...
Want to dial in your spey cast with one easy step? Wouldn't you love to have a long powerful spey cast? The proper anchor point is the starting point to better spey casting. While there are so many things that go into a good cast with the two handed rod...
It's early February and I'm sitting here in my office in Oregon looking out at the snow. The sun is shining and the blue sky is brilliant but its freezing cold! That's got me thinking about fly fishing for trout when it's warm and sunny! The crew at Water Time...
Sometimes we forget that it's the little things that add up to success. Remember when you were small and your parents made you brush your teeth everyday and make your bed- those little disciplines are an important part of life and when it comes to steelhead fishing it's no different-...
We are looking forward to a great year ahead and want to keep you updated on some of the fun things we've got planned! Check out our line up and get your favorites saved on the calendar. These classes fill fast! Winter Steelhead Workshops- Bank bound anglers guide to the...
It's been a great year and we are really looking forward to 2019! Here is the general outline of what our year ahead looks like. There are so many great opportunities here fishing Oregon's finest waters and we can't wait to share them with you. Be sure to save your...
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