Wild steelhead have been an obsession for Patagonia fly fish ambassador Jeff Hickman since he was 13 years old. In Oregon, where Jeff is a guide and river steward for the Native Fish Society, wild steelhead are in trouble. Irresponsible logging practices, hatcheries and a changing climate have conspired to place wild fish in peril. In our feature “It’s All Home Water: Oregon Steelhead,” we witness how Jeff’s commitment and willingness to strive for access, inclusion and protection are giving Oregon’s wild steelhead a fighting chance. Read the story here:
Photos: Jeremy Koreski
