First and foremost we would like to thank our customers for the continued support of Fly and Field Outfitters. Our staff is thankful for having such great anglers that shop with us and you make it a pleasure to take care of your fishing needs.
We are really excited for 2024 and what is to come this year. We are rolling out new programs and events to bring the fly fishing community together. Bend Oregon truly has an impressive fishing culture that is unrivaled. Below are some of the things we are getting ready for.
WINTER 2024
CLASS, CAST, FISHOur new beginners class in January sold out quickly. We still have plenty of room for our February 10th and March 9th class. Click the image below to learn more about this class.
ANADROMOUS OUTFITTERS WINTER STEELHEAD PRESENTATION
Fly and Field is hosting Will Griffiths owner of Anadromous Outfitters on February 8th here at the Bend location from 6:00pm-8:00pm. Will is presenting on how to fish the Oregon Coast for Winter Steelhead.
FLY FISHING FILM TOUR F3T PRE PARTY @ FLY AND FIELD BEND
The Fly Fishing Film Tour will be making there stop here in Bend February 15. They will be doing two showings of this years films first starting at 6:00pm and second at 9:00pm. Fly and Field will be hosting a pre-party at the Bend location at 4pm.
FLY SWAP
The 2024 fly swap will take place April 20th weekend. This is an annual Fly and Field Event where customers can sell or buy each others goods. This is a good way to clear out your fishing goods that don't have a use anymore or to find something you need at a great price. We will be doing some in store promotions for our customers during the event as well. Even if you are not in the market to sell or buy the Fly Swap is a good time to just come hang out at the shop and chat. fishing.
PINT NIGHT
We've teamed up with some of our local breweries for monthly pint nights. We will be provided a casting tournament at each location. Stay tuned for more information
SPRING 2024
APRIL 22ND, 2024 TROUT OPENER
The official trout opener for the Lower Deschutes, Crane Prairie, and Wickiup. This time frame can often be the best fishing of the year as these fish have not seen a fly in months. The Lower Deschutes can be lights out when the river opens. In some years the opener on the two reservoirs can vary due to access and snowpack. We will keep you posted on the possibilities of fishing these places when we get closer. This time of year books out so get our guide schedule now to secure your dates.
SALMONFLY
Every May the famous salmonfly hatch happens on the lower Deschutes. While every years tells a little different story during this hatch it is a good one to keep your eye on. In general the first salmonflies occur around May 10th in the upper part of the lower river. The hatch typically lasts until the first week of June. If you are interested in getting on our guide calendar for this world famous hatch, it is best to do so by March. We typically book up in the month of May.
LOWER DESCHUTES CAMP TRIP
Quite possibly the best multi day camp float in West, this trip is not to be missed. This trip floats your through some wild country in the high desert. The fishing down there is some of the best on the entire river. We always say there is a good excuse to book a camp any month that the river is open. May and June dates always book up so be sure to get on the calendar early. For more info on camp trips click the link below.