Overall ,Fly-Fishing in Southern Alberta has been good. Warn days have got the Hoppers Active and now the rivers have dropped the Fish are starting to look up. Streamer fishing has also been good especially on the Bow River  Rivers in S.W. Alberta are also fishing decent and the cooler…

Back in June I ventured down to Bozeman to jump in and do a Way Points Podcast with Jim Klug of Yellow Dog Fly Fishing. We talk about The Fly-Fishing Opportunities in Alberta Canada including The Waterton River House. To listen to it Click Here .

The Bow River and Southern Alberta area waters are now on the drop and fishing well. Like all high water situations Streamers have been the name of the game. Dry Fly action particularly on Golden Stone Fly Imitations has been producing on some rivers while on rivers that have dropped…

The Bow River in and below Calgary is fishing well for this time of year. Water temperatures have warmed, and trout are becoming increasingly active throughout the system. Early-season Bow River fly-fishing techniques continue to include streamer fishing and nymphing, with productive action in deeper runs and slower seams. Dry…

Rainbow Trout are probably the most wide spread  trout on the planet. For the most part The native range is the Rivers flowing into the Pacific Ocean, often a mix of Resident and Anadromous aka Steelhead. There is a small native Population (Athabasca River ) in Alberta remnants that goes…

Normally late June into July is usually when the Bow River Streamer bite is on ! The fish are pushed up against the banks and are looking for things to eat. Last season experienced “high water ” well into August making for some epic streamer fishing for some large Brown…

For 2026 Dave Brown Outfitters is pleased to offer small groups of intrepid Anglers an all inclusive Alberta Fly-Fishing Lodge that is nestled in some of the best trout fisheries in The Rocky Mountains. Waterton River House can accommodate 6 Anglers with private Bedrooms which range from shared 2 person…

Thanks to all the rain events during the month of July witnessed some great flows throughout the Season. But now The Bow River has dropped and is clear , The hopper fishing is also picking up as warm days and sunshine increase their activity. As we head into Fall the…

Our Bow River Fly-Fishing Clients have been walking away with huge grins on their faces. Why? Personal Best Brown Trout. The Bow River has been toted in Fly-Fishing circles as one of the best rivers to fish for large trout, for whatever reason this season seems to be above average…

The Bow River has been fishing good. We are impressed with the amount of large Brown Trout that clients are catching. Streamer fishing has been good and depending on the day Caddis flies have been hatching resulting in some very good dry Fly fishing. Golden Stone Flies should also start…

The  South West corner of The Province of Alberta is a Fly-fisher’s dream. River’s range from small Alpine freestones that are home to Cutthroats and Bull Trout to obscure Prairre Tailwater fisheries that harbor large rainbow and brown trout.  This is an easy destination to get to as many U.S.…

One of the most effective ways to catch Trout is to fish Streamers. However it does require  Angler’s to stay focused and “live it”  as the Streamer bite will and usually turn on and off during the course of the day. The rewards are there for those that persist as…

  The Bow River in and below Calgary Alberta is fishing well. The Stone Fly Hatch is almost done however the Fish are still looking for them. P.M.D’s and Caddis have also been hatching but due to the higher than normal flows they have not keyed in on them yet.…

The Bow River has dropped and is running green which is making for some awesome Streamer Fishing. The Golden Stone Fly Hatch has also begun. It is safe to say conditions are very good and will only improve as the Bow River drops. Southern Alberta Fly-Fishing Fishing in Southern Alberta…

  The Bow River in and below Calgary Alberta has been fishing good on some days and not so good on other days.This is typical for this time of year as flows can and are all over the map.The good news in all of this is that the Bow River…

  Southern Alberta’s Bow River is fishing fair to good .Flows are up and down which indicates The Bow River is getting close to run off.There has been some decent Dry -Fly Fishing on The Bow River downstream of Calgary.Nymphing on The Bow River has been good and Streamer fishing…

  The Bow River in and below Calgary Alberta is aFly-Fishing Treasure. .Imagine fishing out of a City of 1,00,000 + People ..its hard to wrap your head around it but basically once you pull out of the City you are truly out in the sticks.Returning later in the day…

We are getting excited about the up and comming Fly-Fishing Season in both Alberta and Montana.For those seeking an early season or Pre runoff trip look at mid April until late May for Alberta’s Bow River  and April ,May and June for Montana’s Missouri River. Both Rivers fish well thru…

                                   Bow River Fly-Fishing Report Currently The Bow River is dropping and the fishing has been good.Caddis,P.M.D.’s and Golden Stone Flies are now making their appearance.Dry Fly fishing has been picking up and will…

The April Fly-Fishing on Montana’s Missouri River and Alberta’s Bow River has been good.We have had Fly-Fishing  trips out on both and judging by the fish caught and feed back from our Fly-Fishing Clients Everyone has has been having a good time on these two remarkable Tailwater Trout Fisheries.Streamers and…

As usual we are getting pumped about the up and coming Fly-Fishing Season in Alberta and Montana.Snowpack is normal to slightly above throughout the Missouri River drainage and slightly below normal in Alberta.Snowpack should increase as  we move thru late winter and into early spring. As  things stand now It’s…

Currently The Bow River is fishing good.We have been having our best luck on Hoppers,Hopper Dropper rigs and Streamers.Although we are under hoot owl restrictions the mornings have been cool and the fishing good.The City Stretch has been fishing well, probably due to the cooler temperatures that this stretch experiences…

The Bow River has been fishing well.Hoppers and Streamers have been the calling card.When all else fails Nymphing has also been good.We have been experiencing higher than normal flows which has aided in keeping water temperatures down.   We have also been busy on The Crowsnest and Oldman Rivers,Again Hopper…

The Bow River is on the drop and fishing well.Streamers and Foam Stone Fly imitations have been getting it done.The nymphing crowd has also been successful. We have had great success on streamers and as mentioned big foam Dries.There are a lot of Caddis and P.M.D’s around also but given…

Missouri River Fly-Fishing We have been busy on the Missouri River both Guiding and Fishing,all has been good.Nymphing,Streamer fishing and Dry Fly Fishing all have produced.The really good news is flows on The Missouri River.Longterm is better than expected (compared to last season) which will make a world of difference…

With the Season fast approaching its time to start thinking about planning a trip out west and we have you covered on a lot of rivers throughout.Currently Snow pack for most Alberta and British Columbia Drainages is sitting at 100 % which generally means Rivers will be fishable by July…

  Now that are well into August conditions have finally improved and Hoot Owl Restrictions have now been lifted due to a recent cool down which included lots of much needed rain.The Rivers that we have focused on have been fishing good then due to warming temperatures shutting down.This cool…

Our Fly-Fishing Season up on the Missouri River is in full swing, and the fishing  has been good and gets only better as the Season progresses.Caddis and P.M.D.’s have started and the fish are eating them. Canadian Border Forecast We have high hopes that the Canadian Border will finally be…

2020 Summer Forecast  Rivers are now in summer mode and flows remain good.Fishing has been decent to good and we are expecting to have excellent Hopper fishing starting soon.READ OUR CURRENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS. Please Read the Alberta Covid 19 Instructions for Fishing  Floating The Saint Mary River -BC Reduced…

As our 2019 Season Fly-Fishing Season Ends we are excited about what lays ahead in 2020.We will be active on Montana’s Missouri River starting In May of 2020 along with our regular operations in Southern Alberta ,namely the and S.W.Alberta.Andres will be looking after the B.C. Operation allowing us to…

Depending on the day,The Bow River in and below Calgary Alberta is an exceptional river to Fly-Fish because it holds a solid population of brown and rainbow trout that reach trophy size.The month of September and into October is an excellent timeframe to Fly-Fish The Bow River.Why? Hopper fishing is…

 Orvis Elk River Fly-Fishing Report -Updated Weekly  Click Here for Elk River Fly-Fishing Reports  Checkout our New Trip Planer  Our Fly-Fishing story began in 1988 when Dave Brown,a Bow River Fly-Fishing Guide  launched his Professional Fly-Fishing career. Overtime  the operation evolved into Dave Brown Outfitters,which has gained  and earned a strong reputation…

  Read Our Blog Post about The Bow River  Southern Alberta’s Bow River is world-renowned for its hard-fighting brown and rainbow trout. The Bow is truly a trophy fishery, with both browns and rainbows averaging 19 inches. Our Guided Bow River Fly-Fishing trips take place in- and downstream of the city of…

If 2019 shapes up to be anything like 2018 then look out ! We experienced one of the best Hopper Seasons in Alberta and British Columbia.All the rivers we guide on fished great.The only thing we can really say is Book Now ! the way conditions are shaping up it’s…

The Bow River in and below Calgary Alberta continues to fish great.Hopper- Dropper rigs are getting it done and so are streamers.Of course nymphing is also working but why? when other techniques delver above average sized fish?.Current hatches are Caddis and B.W.O’s. Meanwhile down in S.E. British Columbia The Elk…

  The Elk River near Fernie BC continues to fish well.Recent cooling trends have kept the water temps. low and the fish are happy.Hatches of October Caddis and Flavs have had the cutties looking up.During non-hatch periods Streamers and Terrestrial Patterns have  been working well.Please checkout Back Country Closures -Due…

  The Bow River in and below Calgary Alberta has been fishing good.Recent cooler temps and rains will bring the water temperature down resulting on what we hope turns int another streamer eating feeding frenzy.Caddis and Tricos have been hatching,however Hopper fishing has been the showcase. South of Calgary,The Oldman…

As we head into August we are stoked about the amount of Hoppers we are seeing…everywhere!The Elk River is really shaping up,currently hatches of Caddis and Flavs are happening and Streamer fishing during none hatch  periods is very effective.Over in SW Alberta the same holds true for the hatches and…

The Elk River  and area streams near Fernie B.C. are fishing well.Hatches of Caddis,Green Drakes and a variety of Stoneflies are getting the fish to look up.Anglers fishing Streamers are having  success targeting Bull Trout . The Bow River in and below Calgary Alberta is fishing great.Stone fly patterns and…

The Elk River  and area streams near Fernie B.C. are fishing well.Hatches of Caddis, Green Drakes and a variety of Stoneflies are getting the fish to look up. Anglers fishing Streamers are having success targeting Bull Trout. The Bow River in and below Calgary Alberta is fishing great.Stone fly patterns…

 Orvis Elk River Fly-Fishing Report -Updated Weekly  Click Here for Elk River Fly-Fishing Reports  Checkout our New Trip Planer  Our Fly-Fishing story began in 1988 when Dave Brown,a Bow River Fly-Fishing Guide  launched his Professional Fly-Fishing career. Overtime  the operation evolved into Dave Brown Outfitters,which has gained  and earned a strong reputation…

The Bow River is a great world class fishery.Why? Because of its solid population of large brown and rainbow trout which on average are 19 inches.The Bow River is also very easy to get togas most U.S. Cities have direct flights into Calgary Alberta.This makes it easy for Anglers looking…

Snowpack in The Canadian Rockies is very good.We are suggesting that you don’t come up until after July 1st,unless there is a huge early season melt River wont be fishable until then.Once the rivers start to drop conditions will be “lights out” for the entire season ..do to a good…

  Read Our Blog Post about The Bow River  Southern Alberta’s Bow River is world-renowned for its hard-fighting brown and rainbow trout. The Bow is truly a trophy fishery, with both browns and rainbows averaging 19 inches. Our Guided Bow River Fly-Fishing trips take place in- and downstream of the city of…

We have had a good number of trips out on Alberta’s  Bow River  which usually by this time is blown out.Although high it’s fishing like the champion that it is.Like the 2015 season,2016 will be  all about BIG Browns and Rainbows.This is what separates Alberta’s Bow River from all the…

                      Some of this video was filmed while Fly-Fishing The Waterton River Located in extreme South Western Alberta, The Waterton River is a Brown Trout Stream that is best suited to floating. The Waterton River leaves Waterton National Park and…

  The Crowsnest River is primarily a rainbow trout fishery – located in southern Alberta 2 hours from Calgary and 45 minutes from Fernie, B.C. The best time to fly fish the ‘Crow’ is from late June thru to October. If the Bow River enjoys the reputation of being the number…

Some of this video was shot while fly-fishing The Oldman River    The Oldman River is the major drainage in S.W. Alberta.Our Clients that spend a day or two Fly-Fishing The Oldman River are amazed at with this scenic river that starts in the mountains, spills out of the foothills then…

This is a very  awesome Bow River Brown Trout caught on a #16 Pheasant Tail .  

  Fly-Fishing on Alberta’s Bow River during September is outstanding.This year the fishing remains exceptional.Streamer fishing is strong,hopper fishing can be good and  if you are hanging small and flashy nymphs underneath hang on.As mentioned in previous Bow River Fly-Fishing Reports,the trout are fat and happy !.Cone get some!.  

  The Bow River in and Below Calgary Alberta continues to fish well.Major hatches consist of B.W.O.’s ,Caddis and Water Boatman.Hopper fishing has also picked up,streamer fishing is good.The great news is the fish are huge.Further south Alberta’s Oldman River is also fishing well and experiencing hatches of Caddis,P.M.D.’s and…

The Lower Bow River located in and below Calgary Alberta continues to fish well for large  brown and rainbow trout.Most of our guests have been catching trophy sized fish while fishing streamer patterns. Now that the River has stabilized Hopper fishing should start to pick up.Brown and Rainbow Trout  exceeding…

Recent weather (storms) has had the flows on The Bow River rising then falling only to rise again ..bad news ?not really when you consider  the fact that other rivers throughout the west are drying up and/or to warm to fish,the Bow River in and downstream of Calgary Alberta is…

The Bow River Continues to fish well.Thunderstorms throughout Alberta and the drainage have helped keep flows up.The name of the game right now is Streamer fishing which is producing impressively BIG Fish.Dry Fly fishing should pick up as Hoppers start hitting the river.

The Bow River continues to fish great.The Golden Stone Fly Hatch is still in progress,Caddis and P.M.D.’s are also on the water.Streamer fishing has been epic and producing some great fish.

The Dave Brown Outfitters Bow River Fly-Fishing Report is  very straight forward.The Bow River downstream of Calgary Alberta  is fishing good..depending on the day.There is some decent Goldenstone fly action,Caddis and P.M.D.’s are also hatching.Streamer fishing has bee every good for large Bow River Brown Trout.If you can get any…

A short film featuring The Bow River during our 2014 season.

Fall is a great time to be Fly-Fishing in Southern Alberta and British Columbia.The trout sense that winter is just around the corner and seem to feed aggressively.another bonus is for the most part the streams are vacant and we like that!.Here are some of our favorites for great Fall…

  The Elk River near Fernie British Columbia continues to fish very good.Hatches consist of October Caddis,Blue Winged Olives and Slate Winged Drakes.Terrestrial  Fishing is good on sunny days. Fly-Fishing The Bow River in and below Calgary Alberta is also a great choice.The fish are fat and happy.Streamer fishing has…

The Bad News: Several Rivers or parts of  in Alberta  including The Bow River in Alberta are now closed to fishing because of high water temperatures.Click here for the “skinny’ on Alberta trout streams that are closed.Some Elk River Tributaries are also closed for the same reasons,Click Here to find…

The Elk River and it’s Tributaries are fishing great.For insect hatches watch for Green Drakes ,P.M.D.’s,Caddis,Yellow and Lime Sallies and some Golden Stones.Over In Alberta the cooler temps have really helped the fishing.Hopper’s are starting to kick in,and depending on which river you are fishing, Stone Flies,Green Drakes,Caddis and P.M.D.’s are…

  Conditions for Fly-Fishing The Elk River near Fernie British Columbia are very good.Below is what’s hatching on the river,of course the Cutthroat Trout are eating them. Golden Stones Lime and Yellow Sallies Caddis Green Drakes P.M.D.’s Streamer Fishing has also been good for Bull Trout. The Bow River has also…

Both The Elk and Bow Rivers‘ are starting to fish well.Hatches include Golden Stones ,P.M.D.’s and Caddis.With the low water conditions that we have in Western Canada the early season Fly-Fishing will be exceptional. Contact Us to book your trip on these two incredible rivers today.

Every Year I look forward to the start of our regular Fly-Fishing Guide  Season in Alberta and British Columbia.This year we are extremely stoked because of the low snow pack.Something we have not had in five years.The rivers’ below all fish great once run-off subsides.My guess is by the third…

  The Elk River is fishing excellent hatches include Flavs,October Caddis,B.W.O.”s and Terrestrials.The small streams and ST.Mary’s River are also fishing great. Over in S.W. Alberta The Oldman River drainage is also fishing well.Hatches vary but Trico’s,Caddis,B.W.O.’s and Hoppers are getting it done.The Bow River has been epic Dry Fly…

The Elk River near Fernie B.C.is fishing awesome.The same can be said for other rivers in S.E. British Columbia including The Saint Mary’s River and The Bull River.Hoppers,Flavs ,Ants,Slate Wing  Drakes and October Caddis are all causing the trout to look up. Fly-Fishing The Bow River has also been good.The…

  The Elk River near Fernie BC is fishing great,the main hatches include Flavs &Caddis  Hopper and Ant patterns are also rocking it.This is a great time to Fly-Fish The Elk River.To The West The Saint Mary’s River has also been fishing great.Terrestrial Patterns are the name of the game…

    The Elk River near Fernie BC is fishing great,the main hatches include Flavs &Caddis  Hopper and Ant patterns are also rocking it.This is a great time to Fly-Fish The Elk River.To The West The Saint Mary’s River has also been fishing great.Terrestrial Patterns are the name of the…

  The Elk River near Fernie BC continues to drop and fishing is awesome.Dry Flies are the norm mostly fishing large foamy hopper stuff  and small parachutes.Watch for hatches of Flavs & Caddis. The Rivers of Southern Alberta (Oldman Drainage) are also on fire.Hopper time has arrived and the fish…

The Elk River near Fernie B.C. is almost prefect.The Cutties are looking up to hatches of Golden Stones,Caddis and Green Drakes.Streamers area also working for Bull Trout. Most of the Rivers in Southern Alberta are fishing well.We are super stoked about the Bow River in and Downstream of Calgary AB.P.M.D.’s…

The Elk River is dropping and clearing daily there is about 24 inches of visiabilty.Hatches are Golden Stones and Yellow Sallies.Nymhing and Streamer fishing has also been productive.The Tribs are all fishing well ,Stone Flies and Green Drakes is the name of the game.The Bow River is fishing great.For those…

The Bow River Downstream of Calgary is starting to fish and the trout are starting to look up.Stone fly Patterns (both Nymphs and Dries) along with Streamers are producing.As the river continues to drop the dry fly bite will increase.The Elk River also continues to drop and some good fishing…

The river originates on the eastern slopes of the Canadian Rockies, in the Sawback Range inside Banff National Park, and then flows east through the mountains and foothills region. It turns north-east before Sundre and keeps this heading to the city of Red Deer, where it turns east, and then…

The Elk River near Fernie BC is dropping quick.Some of the tribs are fishing decent but give it a week and The Elk River should be fishing decent-good.Currently Golden Stone are hatching and a few Green Drakes are around.Once the water warms up and drops the Trout will start to…

The Elk River continues to shape up and is fishing well.Hatches are Flav’s and  October Caddis.Terrestrial fishing is also good. The Bow River continues to fish great.Hopper fishing is the norm,Trico’s and Caddis are also hatching. The Columbia River – Is rocking on Hoppers and October Caddis. Book it now !   

All Rivers continue to drop to near normal flows and are fishing good-great.Hopper fishing is the norm.Streamer fishing is also producing some great rewards.Here on The Elk River we are also seeing some Flavs and October Caddis.  

The Bow and Elk  Rivers continue to drop and clear.Both are fishing well  on top.During non-hatch periods streamer fishing remains awesome.S.W. Alberta Rivers are also fishing good.Lots of Hoppers out there ..more fun times are just around the corner.  

The Elk River continues to drop and clear.Dry Fly fishing is becoming more consistent as the water recedes and more structure is exposed.Hatches include Golden Stones,Yellow Sallies,P.M.D.’s ,Green Drakes and Caddis.The Tributaries are also fishing great. The Bow River is dropping fast and the fly-fishing for brown and rainbow trout is…

The Elk River near Fernie British Columbia continues to drop and clear.We have 12 inches of visibility and clearing as I type.The tribs are are down and fishing well.Dry Fly fishing is starting to pick up and should be epic by the weekend.The Bow River is also dropping fast and…

  The Elk River and it’s tributaries are dropping fast and clearing.The Elk River is fishable with about 8 inches of visibility.Most of The small streams are clear.Over in Alberta the same holds true.Small tributaries are clear and main rivers are clearing and dropping.Fly-fishing enthusiasts should checkout The Crowsnest and…

  The Bow River is dropping fast – Our guess is it is two weeks away from being fishable . The Elk River is also dropping fast and should be  good to go in about a week .There are some rivers in S.W. Alberta that are fishing already  and we…

    We have an excellent package rate for The Bow River with lodging in Calgary at The Glenmore Inn .The rate for two Anglers is $2350 and includes tax . The Bow River and Calgary Alberta is one of the most accessible Fly-fishing  destinations in North America with direct flights…

Friends, Our season officially kicks off on the 15th of June when the season re-opens however due to high water we are not going to get to going until the 1st of July when the river should be fishable so we are playing it safe. The nice thing about high…

A guided trip in S.W. Alberta is a fly fishing experience of a lifetime, and very convenient from our fly shop in Fernie B.C., which is only 45 minutes away from the world class Crowsnest River. If variety is the spice of life S.W. Alberta is definitely the spice rack,…