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So will this be comparable with BC's classified waters licensing system?

Hi guys, Up until now I've been tying my zonker bodies by just wrapping white yarn over the lead wrap and sliding on the mylar tubing, somewhat like this: http://hipwader.com/2003/bonkers-for-zonkers However, I've seen several versions like the one on this page: http://www.ickyflyworks.ca/catalog/index.p...t=1a&page=3 and I'd like to know how it's done. The body shape looks way more appealing. Thanks!

Had a great day with TinTin, Don and LK2. Thanks go out to Rich and Pipestoneflyguy for organizing the event, and also to Icky Fly Works for the awesome box of flies. It'll definitely come in handy. Also thanks to Toolman and Speyghillie for the demos. Can't wait till next year!

6MP isn't the problem with this camera. I'd be more concerned with the fact that it is a relatively unknown and untested brand. It only supports memory up to 1GB, which is ridiculous, the fixed focal length limits it's flexibility, and the macro capabilities (i.e. close-ups) are pretty bad compared to other cameras. It's also doubtful that the optical quality of the lens will match that of the more major camera manufacturers. Ladystrange makes a good point about noise problems on point and shoot digital cameras, but I wouldn't shy away from them based on image size output. The limitation in the size of a print that you can make is largely based on the size of the sensor (the bigger the sensor the bigger the print you can make). Since most digi cams are small, the sensors are also small (much smaller than 35mm film and digital slr sensors) and therefore can't produce the quality that these cameras are capable of. That being said, a 6MP digital point and shoot can definitely print a solid 8x10 photo provided you buy a camera from a maker who is known for their sensor technology and processing algorithms (canon, nikon, pentax, fuji are all good bets). I seem to be rambling. My point is, avoid this camera, but don't avoid good cameras because of the price tag.

Reminds me of an experience on the same stream this summer. My dad and I had paid our $20 and were heading in on the road when we got waved down by two nice ladies on the side of the road. We weren't sure if they needed help or what so naturally we pulled over. As it turned out, they were conducting surveys to gather information about recreational use in the area, and what people thought of conservation methods, etc. We thought it was great that they were doing this kind of research and were happy to help. I'll admit I was eager to get a line on the water but felt this was just as important and therefore had no issue taking the 10 minutes it required to fill it out. Meanwhile, three or four other vehicles sped past, not giving a second thought to the fact that people were standing on the side of the road and that it wouldn't hurt to slow down a bit, and surprisingly enough another truck finally stopped as well. The passenger side window rolled down to reveal the deeply tanned face of an obviously annoyed and perturbed gentleman, and as he sat glaring at the poor girl doing the surveys, she informed them of what what they were doing and asked if they'd like to help. Turns out the driver was a guide, and the passenger his client, and they would only listen to what she had to say after she presented them with ID. The guide gladly offered to fill out the survey when he had some time, but it was obvious that his client could care less. The thought "Not my home waters, not my problem" came to mind. And his situation was understandable to some degree, because he had paid out a hefty chunk of change for a day on the water but it was a slightly disturbing thing to witness all the same. The girl handed the guide a survey and the passenger window rolled up without so much as a goodbye.

Awesome, thanks fellas. I'll give that a try.

Great, thanks for the tips guys! I tied a few tonight and it's starting to make sense. Do you have any advice on how to cut the excess and form the head without flattening the wing?

awesome, thanks!

Nice shots! Was the 30mm shot with a t/s, is it super shallow dof, or is the blur photoshopped? Just curious as it looks convincing either way.

Hi guys, I've just started learning to tie flies, with the elk hair caddis being the pattern I've been practicing with. A problem I run into consistently is having the elk hair wrap around the fly when I tie it down rather than sit on top. I've done some research on the internet and understand that there is a method to tying it on but I don't quite understand how to do it. I've attached a photo of one of my ehc's, pretty much the only one I've been able to tie down satisfactorily, just to show what I'm trying to achieve consistently. If anyone can help me out with their tips or tricks, or even point me to a good detailed resource that has eluded me in my search, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Just wanted to mention that there is a watermark on that pic EdB posted. Don't want to sound like a grump but it counts as a TM so there could be issues if used without consent.

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Hi there, sorry if this is the incorrect forum to be posting this. My father's heading up to the Mt. Robson area tomorrow morning and wants to do some fishing this weekend. If anyone could share their opinion on where to go (rivers/streams, no lakes) that would be great! Thanks

First post! I've been lurking for a while on here, and I'm finding that it's such a great resource. So greetings to all of you! I fished a bit of that Elbow stretch last summer. Brookies are few and far between up there (as are all the other fish it seems), and I think the biggest one I caught was 6"-8".