SilverDoctor

If you've ever seen those BC sedges you would think they where hogs.

I believe the Hedgehog is a traveling Sedge pattern. Its' a good one for BC lakes during those hatches.

Tip #1. Newer isn't always better Tip #2 Change the presentation before the fly Tip #3 Don't wade where the fish are Tip #4 Fish with your eyes and ears first Tip #5 Show old Doc where you favorite fishing spot is in case you forget.

You should never confront, its not you job, steamed or not, observe and report. I normally stroll by and have a peek, ask if they are having any luck and chat. Many times its been people on the other side of the river. I carry Binoculars to study rises so. Pretty obvious most of the time just the way people act, like packing up when you get close or guilty looks. Many times it's a stringer of trout in the water. If it is obvious I Phone RAP, I have it programed into my phone. The number is on the back of your license also and I have it memorized. As for pictures, personal discretion please, don't do anything that would put you in harms way or break the law. More info on how to report here. It's amazing how few people actually read their regulations and take into consideration water closures, bag limits etc. They often move to Alberta from elsewhere, sometimes out of country and bring their previous knowledge with them (well you can use live bate in Ontario). Or it's jut rank arrogance and stupidity with no regard for the waters or fellow anglers. Many eyes on the water help protect our fishery. Be careful on the water and keep well -------------------------------------------------

Reminder from old Doc, Your 2010 License expires on March 31, the new licenses went on sale today. Stop in to your local retailer or buy online. Please please read your regulations. Report a poacher, I made a few bucks last year reporting poachers. The phone number is on the back of your licence. Free fishing weekends for 2011 are scheduled for the following dates: * February 18-20, 2012 * July 9-10 On these dates, Albertans and visitors alike can fish without a licence on any public water body that * has an open fishing season * does not lie within a National Park Take care and keep safe on the water, have a great season guys and gals.

Fill em with water, look for the leak.

Yea I saw that, out of my budget for sure, I'm sure there is something out there that would work as well for touch dubbing. Just have to find it.

Love those small streams, but winged and wingless wets work on big waters too....

I tied commercially in another life. Mine are marked $3.50. This one will most likely last longer but I nee to research something to replace it. bhurt says I have to tie till I'm 116.

22 rods, close to 30 reels and counting. wife is fine with it. I didn't include hers in the count. Wow!! how many rods do you people have??

Always tying a few flies here and there. Love the Overtons for touch dubbing, cant find it any more, or anything matching it, bought a case of 12 in the 70's. Just cracked my last one.

Tying up a few winged wet highland caddis for the season.

Yep swiss straw, tougher than turkey bun not he nice mottled effect.

Awesome getaway, thanks for posting.

just a few dozen dozen.

I'm hoping that with pension in a few years and working maybe I can finally win a hardy reel before you grab it. Thanks all for your well wishes.

Thank you, I'll take you up on that.

Thanks a lot Greg, this old dude is looking forward to the new season fishing with you. Had a blast last year, remember this day fishing with you and Duchie. You had some monster browns that day. Click here if the movie does not play.

Should work, here is a variation.

I have a new one that was a backup. Give me a shout.

Does everyone only fish with one weight of rod? God I have a few different weights that I fish depending on the situation.from 4 to 6

The fish are in the river.

Unfortunately those combo rods don't go for a lot. It's neither a fly rod or spinning rod. Next it's not one of the name brand collectors tend to gravitate toward and pay top money for (never heard of the brand). Seeing pictures of the rod along with a close up of the logo would help but based on his written description here I would say between $50 and $75.

So now we will have to pay an "entry fee" to get into the USA. Boy they are scratching for funds with the deficit. Hope Canada reciprocates in kind.

Buy it for me Pleaseeeeeeeeeee! my birthday is coming you know, and you didn't get me anything last year.