Special Saturday Seminar - April 16

Stillwater Entomology with Philip Rowley

Join Phil for what we think is the best, and most comprehensive, presentation 

on the food items for lake fish out there.

For the past 20 plus years Phil Rowley has been fly-fishing stillwaters almost exclusively. A former commercial fly tyer, Phil has written for almost every major fly fishing publication in North America. His contributions also include books and numerous feature articles on fly-fishing stillwaters and stillwater fly patterns.


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.
 

Black Tailed Viagra

If you're not offended by tailing Permit video. You should watch this one by http://c1films.com/film/

Get Started Right In Fly Fishing

You, or someone you know wanting to try fly fishing? Been doing it for a little while and having troubles?
Try a Country Pleasures Fly Fishing School

2016 will mark the 35^th year for Country Pleasures Fly Fishing Schools. Over the years we have taught thousands of people - both men and women - to fly fish and we are confident that nobody does it as well as Country Pleasures.
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned expert we can help improve your fly fishing skills. Our schools cover a wide range fly fishing topics that can help perfect your fly casting, knot tying, fly tying, fly selection, presentation techniques, wading safety, and so much more.

2016/17 Alberta Sportfishing Licenses

Remember to get your new fishing licenses. 

Your old ones expire tonight.

They're available at www.albertarelm.com

Saturday Seminar - April 2

This week's seminar:

Everything Driftboats

Kelly Robertson shows us tips on setting up a driftboat,taking care of it, how to row it, 

and river/boat launch courtesy.

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.

Fishing Reports- March 30

Bow River Report – March 30, 2016

All of this great weather seems to be getting springtime activities geared up. The last week has seen a bunch more fish rising to midges, and there have been a decent number of Skwalas kicking around.

Nymphing continues to be pretty consistent, with deep rigs working the best.

Streamers have been working good as well. A number of people have been dead drifting small leech patterns and doing very well.

Hatches:  Midges, Skwalas

Dry Flies: Wilcox Micro Midge, Griffiths Gnat, Salinga’s Low Rider Skwala, 

                 Bitterfork Skwala

Nymphs:   Atomic Worm, Bubble Gum Worm, Conestone, Ice Nymph, Zebra 

                 Midge, Super Pupa-Olive

Streamers:  Geek Leech, Gartside Leech, B/H Mini Leech, Clouser Minnows.

Crowsnest River Report – March 30, 2016

The Crow, and Oldman, have been fishing pretty well of late. Check the wind forecasts before heading down. Reports of rising fish on both the Crow and Lower Oldman. The Crowsnest is very low right now but this week’s snow may help with that.

Sectional closures now in place until June 16, 2016. Check your regs.

Hatches:  Midges

Dries: Griffiths Gnat, Neversink Gnat, Wilcox Micro Midge

               

Nymphs: Disco Midge, Zebra Midge, Ice Nymph, Conestone, Atomic Worm
  
Streamers:  Gartside Leech, C/H R/L Bow River Bugger

High Country River Report – March 30, 2016

The high country streams are now closed until June 16, 2016.

It's Time!

It's about time for a paradigm shift in ammo selection. #dryflyfishing is coming around.

Palometa Club 4th Annual Permit Tournament

We're off to the Palometa Club on Thursday. Stay tuned to Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for some photos.

Easter Shop Hours

Easter Weekend Shop Hours

Good Friday: Closed

Saturday, March 26: 9 AM to 5 PM

Sunday, March 27: Closed 

Easter Monday: 10 AM to 4 PM

Have a safe, and Happy Easter! From all of us here at CP.

Orvis Tippet/Leader Specials

With the new Super Strong Plus and Mirage arriving from Orvis. We have the original style Super Strong and Mirage products priced to clear. 

All remaining leaders and tippets are 3 for 1 

(that's right. buy 1 get 3). While supplies last.

If you're looking at replenishing that fluorocarbon, here's the cheapest game in town.