August 12, 2019 River Report
The rivers in Fernie are looking and fishing amazing right now! Crystal clear and the fish are beauties. Alex has been guiding on the Wigwam River early in the mornings to catch Bull Trout with…
July 25th River Report
Summer might actually be here! The forecast is showing sunny skies and warmer temps turning the Elk River into the beautiful emerald green that everyone loves! The river is looking fantastic and the bugs are…
July 2, 2019 River Report
The rivers and creeks are starting to clear with good Dry Fly action and big Drake hatches in the evenings. Come into the shop so the staff can hook you up with the right flies…
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…
June 4, 2019 River Report
The Elk River and Tributaries will open on Saturday, June 15th. Lakes are fishing extremely well and today, we did a little walking along the Crowsnest River for some beautiful Rainbow Trout. The shop is…
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…
March 20, 2019 River Report
Spring has arrived in the Elk Valley and warm temperatures are melting the ice on the Elk River. At this time, it is not recommended for wade fishing as there are soft ice sheets along…
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…