Last Minute Spring Steelhead Trips Available

There's a few last minute open dates for the Spring Steelhead Fishery at Nicholas Dean Lodge in Terrace BC.

March 25 to 31 - one space **
March 31 to April 6 - 4 spaces **
April 8 to 14 - 2 spaces
April 15 to 21 - 1 space

**- Available at a great discount due to being a last minute date! Please contact us for more information


These are great weeks for big fish, on the main-stem Skeena and tributaries.

I would be very disappointed if we didn't fill the April 15 to 21 spot, in particular - it's a prime spot for the coast.


This trip is a great introduction to some of the most aggressive spring fish in the world, as well as a perfect trip for the experienced angler. On the multitude of river's available , you'll swing large bugs for some of the largest steelhead of the year.

 You'll stay at the Yellow Cedar Lodge, a spectacular facility located on the banks of the famed Skeena,just West of Terrace. Along with the gourmet cooking of Red Seal chef Alf Leslie, The lodge features a mixture of private single and double bedrooms, a bar and games room. It also includes a lounge, gym and cardio equipment room, sauna, hot tub, wrap around porch, and a large dining area and bar for sharing daily fishing stories! This is possibly the prettiest lodge in Northern BC.

Please contact the shop at info@countrypleasures.com or (403)271-1016 for rates and booking information.

Another quick video

Brent's been making shorts instead of learning calculus....heres the most recent result

It Must Be Spring!

It must be getting close! Mr. Mitchell dropped off the 2012 issue of the

Alberta Fishing Guide yesterday.

Next step...2012 fishing licenses. Then Skwalas, Baetis, MD Caddis.......

It's all coming together!

Saturday Morning Seminars-Fly fishing Photography Part 1 with Jim McLennan

Saturday Morning Seminar

Saturday, March 17,  10 AM

Country Pleasures

Fly Fishing Photography Part 1 with Jim McLennan

**Special Presentation**

Jim McLennan beings this first instalment of a two part seminar on photography by discussing fly fishing and photography.

You can also check out Seminar topics at our web site – www.countrypleasures.com – by following the links to Seminars.

All seminars start at 10:00 am and will end between 11:00 and noon. There is no charge and no pre-registration required. Simply drop by the shop and enjoy the seminar. Although we will make every attempt to present the seminars as outlined above, topics are subject to change without notice. If you have a topic you would wish covered in a seminar, please advise the staff.

FIRE IN PUNTA ALLEN! Donations and Support Welcome

Last week there was a horrible fire in Punta Allen. A handful of buildings including the local bakery and the home of TPC guide, Julio, were completely lost in the fire. TPC guides, Julio and Tony, both have daughters who lost everything in the fire (including all their clothes and toys). The local baker, Santiago, has lost his entire business including ovens, driers, even cash in the register.


If you are one of our incoming guests this season and would like to lend a hand with getting a few lives back on track in Punta Allen, we encourage you to make a pit stop at Target, Goodwill, or similar and pickup some clothes for the little kids (dresses, tops, pants, bathing suits, underwear, shoes). Julio’s daughter, Jennifer (12 years old) is a childrens size 12-14 with medium/large. Tony’s daughter is 8 years old and is very tall and skinny for her age. Maybe a size #10 in kids sizes. Otherwise, know that cash donations will certainly be put to good use (and administered by Kaye Cameron).

 Of course there is no pressure! Nonetheless, so many of the Club’s repeat guests are always asking what our guides and families may need from the U.S.A. or Canada before heading to Cancun. Here is your chance to help!

Fly Fishing Primer **FREE**

Do you have friends, family, colleagues you have wanted to get into fly fishing?

This might be just for them! This spring, Country Pleasures will be offering the

Orvis FF101 Fly Fishing Schools.

These are a 2 hour "primer" into fly fishing, allowing people who are curious about the sport to get a basic idea of fly casting and fishing. Consisting of 2 hours of instruction and casting practice, they allow anyone curious about the sport to check it out for FREE!

Spaces and dates are limited. Drop by the shop, call, or e-mail to reserve your spots.

Time for Psychoanalysis!

Brent posted this on our Vimeo site the other day. Turns out the boy is much more troubled than I thought.....

Palometa Club Update

For all those who are counting the days.....

Couple of Permit from last week. if you want to keep up with the news, go to

Palometa Club Weekly Reports

#1 Permit Lodge in the world!   The Palometa Club

Saturday Morning Seminars-Introducing The Intruder

Saturday Morning Seminars

Saturday, March 10, 10 AM

Country Pleasures

Introducing the Intruder (& other Steelhead patterns)

Brent Piche ties some of his most prized possessions, steelhead

intruders. He'll also tie some other popular patterns, with a twist of course.

You can also check out Seminar topics at our web site – www.countrypleasures.com – by following the links to Seminars.

All seminars start at 10:00 am and will end between 11:00 and noon. There is no charge and no pre-registration required. Simply drop by the shop and enjoy the seminar. Although we will make every attempt to present the seminars as outlined above, topics are subject to change without notice. If you have a topic you would wish covered in a seminar, please advise the staff.

A Winter Shorty Video

Just a quick edit of some fishing we did on March 4th,

figured it was more fun than doing a fishing report.

Was a good day to be out with friends, and a couple fish found!