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Rare, but I'm sure there is... P

James, why not try flat water first (lake community, stocked pond, etc.)? Or maybe a smaller stream (say the Jumping Pound)... As you know, the Bow is pretty much big water for most of us adults?! Good luck, and let us know where you go and how she does... Cheers, P

Undercurrents on Bowness Road is an authorized clipper dealer, they should have what you are looking for or know where you can get it... Aquabatics is another water store (located across from COP)... P

Details, man! Details!! P

Yeah Deb was trying to hold back our dog and take photos at the same time (he gets so excited when the fish are on!). They were just coming out of spawning colours with orange bellies! P

Here's a few more. Another couple of fish and Deb trying her hand at casting in the wind (even though in the photo it looks like glass)! The best part is we didn't see another soul both days we were there!! P

Deb and I set out for an epic backpacking trip to a lake I mentioned last fall... We weren't disappointed... I have better photos but they reveal too much info as to where this particular lake is!! Peter P.S. I haven't found another back country lake with cutties this big 15" & 16" fish the first day and an ave. of 14" the second (not that great fishing the 2nd day as the wind came and slowed everything right down).

Matt, I think that you need to put an "other" catagory on your survey... Unless those are the only 3 lines you are considering... As you did with deciding on a rod, you might have to load up all three, put'em on your Flight and chuck'em... If you have expereinced one of those previously, you might as well go with that one, unless you had a crappy exp. with it, then I can't help you!! P

If he is interested in a regular Sage tube, and I'm interested in a Sage tube with reel pouch, then why not?! P

Trade, ya?! P

I stand corrected... Though why did that particular rod not come with one then?! P

Yeah, I don't think dentists would use this to put in people's mouths!! There's gotta be a dentist or two on the board... P

All (new) Sage rods come with a standard tube! The one with an attached reel pouch is purchased separately (they sell them in different lengths, so make sure you know is your buying one for a 4 piece, 3 piece and what length for the specific rod)! If you have one for a another rod already, if it fits, you're golden, unless you are bringing a quiver with you then you need one for each rod... In that case, as I do (as many others), I have a double rod tube to bring 2 loaded rods with me, ready to go!! Cheers, P P.S. Most fly shops and other fishing retailers will have them...

Lynn, Draft a form letter we can all use to send to our MLA! Thanks, P

That's so Guerilla!!

Hmmm, I can empathize with what you are trying to accomplish, but the message would be lost if there is no educational opportunity (niether party is around to explain the situation - which ultimately could be dangerous!). As FNG states, It would be WAY better if you hauled away (relocated) their entire camp!! P

I want to say stupid parents for not keeping their child within arms distance near water, but I'll probably get slammed for it!! They are so lucky their child didn't drown. I'm not sure they know how lucky they indeed are!! P

And what happened?!

Been there, done that, and it's not fun!! P

Since you guys seem to enjoy boobies so much... Here ya go! Enjoy! (I took this at the Galapagos a few years ago - Blue Footed Booby for those of you NOT in the know)

T & A (or public lewdness) is a far cry (in some respects) from public urination, littering, general disrespect both culturally and environmentally!! Not really where I was going with this post! Get with the program! P

Yes, yes, yes and yes!! Seriously, though, all the places you list have great water all around them. Fish Creek tends to attract quite a few spin and fly anglers as well as a lot of rubber neckers and people asking stupid questions, that being said, I fish there regularly and rarely see others near me or if i do they (usually keep to themselves). Closer to downtown (zoo) access, i.e. parking can be an issue. Deerfoor extention bridge and Policemen's are all closer to where you will be hiding in Okotoks so less time drivng = more time fishing... Enjoy the clinic! P <edit> river is totally fishable, in fact as you have probably read, best dry fly action in quite a number of years!

Bull trout can definitly be targeted with big, big streamers (usually white with red slashes, but not exclusively), but generally can be caught (and have been caught) on other FF tackle (nymphs and even dries). I think with fishing the areas you mentioned, intent is important and if one were to hook into a Bully unintentionally (and released properly and with respect) it would be overlooked... P

Remember the SA GPX (as well as Rio Grand, SA Headstart, and a few others I can't remember the specific ones) are over weighted to begin with!! Try it with a standard 6. Also if your rod is a mid flex (medium taper - as oppose to many of the "fast" tapers) are somewhat softer and would do better with a DT or heavier front taper (of the line). So that will influence the feel/cast-ability. P

This topic has been discussed many times. Please do a search and you will come up with the answers (sorry don't have time to post the link). Cheers, P