SilverDoctor

Very nice pics thanks for posting, love the Bob Clay rod.

Like all things when there is a opportunity people do jump in. I fished the Elk Three years ago and was wading a stretch and saw a drift ahead of me beached. As I got closer shocking words where coming from the "guide" and two young lady fly fisher clients where almost in tears. Asked if was anything I could do and the Guide shook his fist at me and told me to mind my business. They shoved off and I continued my course. That evening I went out for supper, walking through the restaurant I espied the gals and they waved me over. Wanted to ask me what was working on the water. We sat and ate together chatting and they opened up, said they where from Kamloops and had hired the so-called guide, he was not exactly kind or helpful. Said he was just there to row not chat and that they should be only fishing one way in his boat. Nymphs with lots of lead and huge indicators, they wanted to try dries also wanted to wade not just drift. Kept screaming instructions and foul language at them and browbeating to the point of tears on their part. They where both fairly new to Fly Fishing. We met on the river the next morning, and after just a short time I had them casting reasonably well, had a great time with many fish to net. They where both super people and a joy to show the river to, fishing for the next 2 days together I supplied the flies, and suggestions, they said I was a better guide than the so-called licensed Pro. They wanted to pay me but I was not licensed in BC at that time and so declined. We still chat online and they continue in the sport. My point is that paying a fee does not make you a good guide. And with opportunity also comes those who want to make a fast buck, some do not understand courtesy, service or the sport itself. I think the difference is often experience and temperament. Some do not work well with others and should not be in the industry. Other guides I have had the honor to know have been the best fishing partners ever. The latter are the Jems.

I tend to break down the water in two parts, upstream and down on smaller streams. I love casting up as I walk upstream and then swing down as I work my way back. This certainly changes for me on bigger waters as an upstream cast with a deep drift and then swing is more my norm. I often change thing up through. Fishing soft hackles has gone out of style nowadays it was quite the norm back when I started.

The classic way is to cast them quartering down and across and swinging them. You will detect bites usually as it starts is bottom swing and then on the dangle. Another way I really like is casting upstream like a dry fly and gather line to keep a good contact between you and the flies. I will fish braces of flies of different sizes till the Trout tell me what they like. Often I add split shots or use a short added sink tip.

Have a coupleof his books signed. I loved his writing style.

Lets settle down there is no reason for personal attacks or this thread will be locked. Please think before you post.

A good bet

All of us are in the same boat. Old spots that worked for year are no longer there. But lots of new runs and pools have formed with trout ot be had. As our weather gests colder in hte next month or two they will be slowly migrating to thier wintering holes.

Should work as it imitates a variety of insects.

Ah... your talking about the Fly Fishing Championships coming up on the 23rd. Sorry didn't get it at first.

I think its anyone's guess.

The bulk of The bulk of people out there I have run into have been courteous fly fishers. Sure you run into the odd nasty personality but that is life, it happens everywhere. Lets not lump people from Calgary as goons please.

I've also fly fished across Canada and have found this to have great waters but like all locals you do need to get to know the waters. The Bow for example has always been considered a mid to expert water, thus the original Blue ribbon description. We have an abundance of streams here with some wonderful opportunities. Yes the flood has affected some areas but the waters and settling down and hatches are late. My suggestion would be to read this forum; it has a wealth of information. Hire a guide to fast track you, it can pay off in spades; hook up with other like people for time on the water. And of course spend the time on the water. The trout are there, you just need to figure out how to talk to them.

Didn't really dig into it but: Some punctuation problems on the "my background" page On the fee's page "I accept" should be grouped with the payment method.

From the master

Rap called me back in a few minutes, longest time was abotu 20 minutes. Do about 10 to 20 reports a year.

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This is the Roaring River opener in Missouri. Opeing day in many states make the news. Here's another one that makes you appreciate our waters. I have read there are frequent fist fights.

What are ginch?

Welcome to the Meiser family

We're not crowded

Always sox, easier on the feet, I also use an order fighting foot spray, every second trip. Helps keep things fresh and the wife happy. Wash waders inside and out between trips. Dry inside out, extends the life, an extra pair of sox is hand if your are hiking all day. A change of sox half way and your tootsies will lover you.

Risingbrown pretty much nailed it. The bow is a mid to expert fishery so it does taek some effert to key in on what is working.

Are uou a dry fly, wet fly, streamer or nymph guy?

Now that is a great idea