Flies, spinners, or bait: Take your pick, trout season is here

FRANK ARMENDARIZ / PHOTO The McKenzie River is a year-round catch-and-release fishery that is restricted to the use of flies and lures. Although the permanent regulations permit the planting of hatchery trout in the river from May 1 to Oct. 31, there are additional regulations that allow the use of organic baits in the section from Hendricks Park/Wayside upstream to Forest Glenn Landing in Blue River.

When it comes to trout fishing, my old friend and colleague, Don Hill, a former local riverboat builder, always had something to say. Don was a robust individual with a big smile, an infectious laugh, and a sharp wit. He was among the best riverboat operators and all-around fishermen I have ever known. He was never short of hyperbole, especially when discussing drift boats, river guides, and fishing. His repertoire of fishing one-liners was as…

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