Columbia River – ‘Foam’ Fly-fishing at its Finest

Female October Caddis skitter across the water to pry their egg sacks loose. Large trout await. Wise is the fly-fisher who plans his or her Columbia River trip to coincide with this convergence.

This fatty ate foam.
This fatty ate foam.

We specialize in the finest Fall Caddis fishing in the Pacific Northwest. Period.

The evidence is in the mouth.
The evidence is in the mouth.

No nymphs. No streamers. Nothing but dry flies, as always. We leave the lead to the other guys …

Fish on.
Fish on.

We also don’t dribble flies downstream into feeding lanes hoping for a take – a practice more and more common among challenged Columbia guides and fly-fishers these days: why not just dangle corn and get it over with? ‘Fair chase’ applies to fly-fishing as well; learn to mend and manage line, become a better angler, and reap the benefits of setting the hook in a sportsmanlike fashion.

Charlie's become a Columbia River regular.
Charlie’s become a Columbia River regular.
Bill rocked it on his debut, netting three redbands over 20 inches the first day.
Bill rocked it on his debut, netting three redbands over 20 inches the first day.

We’re now taking bookings for 2015. The prime fall dates fill up fast so book early to ensure your spot on next September’s calendar.

The Slocan River is no slouch either.
The Slocan River is no slouch either.
... And offers some of the best scenery in the West Kootenay.
… And offers some of the best scenery in the West Kootenay.
Paul landed this beauty on size 6 foam.
Paul landed this Columbia beauty on size 6 foam.

… Chris