June 15, 2020 River Report
Opening Day! The Elk River is running high and dirty but you can fish in the side channels. There are some Bull Trout being picked up on the Lower Elk River.
June 16th 2019 River Report
The Elk River and its tribs opened yesterday and what an amazing opening day it was! The Elk River in Fernie currently has a discharge rate of 90m3/s with a primary water level of about…
2019 Spring Fly Fishing
Lake fishing is starting to heat up with the Chironomid hatch getting into full swing. Big fish are being taken in deep water on various patterns, like Chromie, Ice cream cones, Liquid lace chironomids and…
November 14, 2018 River Report
Although weather is cooling off and we start to see snow, fishing in the East Kootenays is still extremely productive! Seeing many eager Cutthroat sipping midges on the Elk River. Bull trout are still very…
October 11, 2018 River Report
Crisp mornings, sunny skies and high water visibility make for great fly fishing in all main watersheds in the East Kootenays. The dry fly is producing excellent results as well as the opportunity to throw…
September 26, 2018 River Report
The Elk River is still fishing well and the water is crystal clear. The days are starting later as we are now into Fall. GT Mahogany’s have been a great fly this week! The Kootenay…
September 11th River Report
Exceptional time of the year for wading as the waters are low and clear. There are good Mayfly hatches of BWO’s and Flavs with some October Caddis later in the afternoons. Good Terrestrial fishing on…
August 3rd River Report
Water levels have stabilized with excellent clarity on all local rivers and creeks. Water temperatures are around mid-50’s (F). Hopper season is amongst us and with the slight breeze, big foam patterns are the current…
July 18th River Report
All the rivers and creeks look amazing and even with the warmer weather, fishing is still on. Check out Alex with a beautiful Bull Trout on the Wigwam River.
2018 Fly Fishing Season
Anglers ready? Fly Fishing season begins on Friday, June 15th! The rivers and creeks are looking good and we are hoping for another great season. Kootenay Fly Shop is open daily from 10:00 am –…