GeekMedic Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 I am brand new to fly fishing and planning to head out to the Bow Monday morning. Just want to know what the accepted etiquette is on the bow and other rivers. I've gotten a few different answers from shops and some anglers. And reading other posts, I hadn't even considered rules of sharing with other types of river users. All help is appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bhurt Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Basic river ediqutte is if you come up to someone, go introduce yourself and ask that person where they are fishin and if its okay if you fish up or down. Also when confronted with confrantation it is better to walk away and find other water to fish, not worth getting all upset. The river from the city all the way down to caresland is fishable so pick a spot and find us some trout porn to look at. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ÜberFly Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Yeah Brads got it right.. Try to give them a good football field (100 meters or so), if possible... Make sure you got the RAP # handy as well to report all those poacher with bait!! P Basic river ediqutte is if you come up to someone, go introduce yourself and ask that person where they are fishin and if its okay if you fish up or down. Also when confronted with confrantation it is better to walk away and find other water to fish, not worth getting all upset. The river from the city all the way down to caresland is fishable so pick a spot and find us some trout porn to look at. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
headscan Posted August 31, 2009 Share Posted August 31, 2009 What Brad said sums it up. Keep in mind that you may run into others who don't follow any etiquette, so just keep a level head about it if you do. This is from the regs and covers a few other things: Alberta Angling Ethic In accordance with the Fish and Wildlife Policy, the Alberta government promotes the following angling ethics. The ethical angler has respect for wild creatures, knowledge of his or her natural surroundings, a sense of fair play and consideration for the rights and expectations of others. Fishing, as promoted by the Alberta government, should foster an ethical relationship of the highest order between anglers, their quarry, fellow anglers, and the natural environment. Ethical conduct is expected of anglers in Alberta. Maintain the sport of recreational fishing. Emphasize the fishing experience. Use sporting methods, gear (lures, line type and amount of technology) appropriate to the type of fishing and the size of fish desired. Provide proper care and handling of caught or released fish. Fish are to be released with the greatest possible care and minimal amount of handling. Fish that are kept should be killed quickly once they are out of the water and in such a manner that their edible or trophy value is preserved. Conduct sportfishing activities that result in the least disturbance to the surrounding environment. Refrain from littering on land and in water. Take refuse to a proper disposal site. Respect the need and expectations of your fellow anglers. Treat other sport anglers with common courtesy: (a) leave room for others to fish, ( disturb the fish as little as possible, © leave the fishing site in the same condition as it was found, (d) don't remain in one fishing spot too long, (e) be cooperative and understanding, (f) obey the limits and keep only as many fish as you require to enjoy the sport. Consider other land users. Carry out fishing activities in a manner that minimizes conflict with other land users and anglers. Respect the rights of landowners. Request permission for access across private property. The landowner has the right to grant or refuse access. Follow angling regulations. Know and abide by all fishing regulations and encourage others to do the same. Anglers have a duty to address illegal activities in a safe manner. Angler’s actions could range from alerting others to closed waters or wrong size or species being kept to reporting all observed violations of angling regulations to the Fish and Wildlife Division, Alberta Sustainable Resource Development. It is important to collect pertinent information (such as vehicle licence numbers, violator descriptions, etc.) that will assist enforcement actions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bulltrout Posted August 31, 2009 Share Posted August 31, 2009 and above all, don't be afraid to smoke a cigar or drink a beer with your fellow fishermen... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeekMedic Posted August 31, 2009 Author Share Posted August 31, 2009 Got it, bring extra beer, don't pick a fight, give the next guy plenty of space and hope the fish are hungry enough to fall for my casts Seriously though, thank you for the input it is appreciated and I'll do my best to maintain the sports good name. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbowtrout Posted August 31, 2009 Share Posted August 31, 2009 Don't forget to bring CAKE!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ÜberFly Posted August 31, 2009 Share Posted August 31, 2009 Oh and to add to DrBT, make sure you pack out those beer cans, and cigarette/cigar butts, and pick up a little bit after others that don't give a *hit!! P Got it, bring extra beer, don't pick a fight, give the next guy plenty of space and hope the fish are hungry enough to fall for my casts Seriously though, thank you for the input it is appreciated and I'll do my best to maintain the sports good name. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hydropsyche Posted September 1, 2009 Share Posted September 1, 2009 Got it, bring extra beer, don't pick a fight, give the next guy plenty of space and hope the fish are hungry enough to fall for my casts Classic. Welcome, Geek. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyfishfairwx Posted September 1, 2009 Share Posted September 1, 2009 Oh and to add to DrBT, make sure you pack out those beer cans, and cigarette/cigar butts, and pick up a little bit after others that don't give a *hit!! P X1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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