This may be a stupid post to most people, but before my trip to Oregon, I was the guy googling “What to take on a out of state fly fishing trip.” Without finding anything specific, I sat down before my trip to Oregon this past summer and put together a list of the necessities so that I would not forget anything. This is my rough list of necessities for my trip to Oregon
Fishing gear – I had a good idea of the type of fishing I was going to be doing, and with a little help from my contact there, I was able to pack accordingly.
- 2 Rods
- 2 Reels
- 3 Fly boxes (dries/streamers/nymphs)
- Leaders
- Tippet
- Forceps
- Gink
- Indicators
- Splitshots
- Camera
- Sunglasses
- tactical flashlight/headlamp
Security – While it’s not just for this trip alone but on a general level, it’s smart always be ready with an insurance plan that befits your active and outdoorsy lifestyle. AXA is a good choice where you’re going on local or international travels.
Clothing – We were planning on being on the river for 4 day and I would have access to a washing machine at the end of the trip.
- Waders
- Wading boots
- Hiking boots
- Flip-flops (camp shoes)
- Goretex jacket
- Beanie
- Ball cap
- 2-3 handkerchiefs
- 2 jeans
- 2 shorts
- 6 t-shirts
- fleece
- boxers and socks
Miscellaneous – These items were easier to get/borrow once I was at my location.
- License
- Sunscreen
- Bugspray
- Sleeping gear
- Food
- Dry bag (for river travel)
This is a great checklist! Like you said, it seems obvious, until you end up in another state without your gink because you didn’t have a list and forgot to detach it from your bag. One thing I also like to keep on my list, if I’m traveling in fall or winter, is a pair of rubber fishing gloves. Cold hands will kick me off the water before anything else, so I like to have those in case I’ll be reaching into frigid water, or for stripping in line. It’s always the one thing I forget to pack if I don’t write it down in advance.