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This is our opportunity to describe the different packages we offer. 
All prices are in Canadian funds and don't include the cost of an Alberta Anglers License .



To view Alberta angler licensing fees please visit 'My Wild Alberta'.

Our packages are available May through October

All trips takes place Saturday or Sunday.  Float tube, fly rod and reel, fins, flies, net and PDF are all included with your package or you can bring your own personal watercraft and equipment with you.  Due to the many different sizes of anglers, we do not supply waders or wading boots.   Arrangements can be made for hotel or home pick-up or we can meet at the lake or a place in Edmonton to load your equipment into our vehicle.

(Note: * Our stillwater boat should be available sometime in 2009)


Equipment We Recommend You Bring

  • Chest waders
  • Wading Boots
  • Fishing vest & hat
  • Camera (waterproof)
  • Snacks and/or lunch
  • Refreshments
  • Rain jacket/Poncho 
  • Bug repellent
  • Sunscreen

A five or six-weight fly rod with reels of both floating and intermediate sinking lines are ideal for Edmonton's local lakes. These lines should have at least seven-foot, 5X tapered leaders.

What We Offer


Stillwater Fly Fishing School

If you are new to fly fishing, there are several things we will go over before entering the water. We'll go over the fly rod, reel, line & leaders as well as popular fly-fishing knots. Some of the popular flies we use and some stillwater entomology.  Of course we'll show you basic casting instruction and fly retrieval.  And when we get on the water, we'll go over stillwater techniques and tactics, how to read a lake and popular methods used to catch fish.  If you're new to stillwater fly-fishing but an experienced stream fisherman, we'll tailor make the school to meet your needs.

 

For Float Tube / Pontoon Boat Newbies

When we get to the lake, we'll show you how to set up a 'toon or tube, fill it with air and what important tools you'll need. When we get to the water, we'll go over entering and exiting the lake, as well as propulsion with the fins and casting the fly rod from the boat.

 

For Experienced Stillwater Fly-Anglers

We'll get right to the fishing and try to answer any questions you may have while on the water.  Our concentration will be on getting you into fish and having a good time.

GUIDED TRIP / ONE DAY CLINIC RATES


Edmonton's Local Trout Lakes


  • Saturday or Sunday (1/2 day) --- We fish the morning or evening for four hours ---

         $175.00/one person

$300.00/two persons.

 

  • Saturday or Sunday (full day) --- We fish for eight hours ---

         $275.00/one person

$400.00/two persons

Start of day and end of day times depend on hours of daylight available.


 

Guided Trips & Fly Fishing School Guidelines:

  • Maximum two persons per trip.
  • Casting instruction, learning the basics and driving expenses are all included in your day rate
  • Local day trips will consist of either four or eight hours of fishing and/or instruction from the time we reach the water
  • Food can be added to any package for an additional expense, please specify your likes and dislikes when requesting
  • Tailor made trips can be arranged to your preference, please contact us for more information.

Choose Your Lake


Muir is located about 30 minutes west of Edmonton.  Thanks to aeration, this lake was stocked with Rainbow Trout in May 2003.  Muir Lake is an enhanced fishery project and includes and education center explaining simple life forms and how trout feed on them as well as future plans for a a casting platform.  The regulations at Muir are unique and put in place to give anglers high catch rates and a good chance at catching a trophy sized trout.  As of May 2008, Muir Lake has been stocked with triploid rainbow trout that will grow to a very large size in short order.  For more information and to view the Muir Lake Project video, click here.



Hasse is one of Edmonton's most popular pothole lakes.  A Provincial Park located about 30 minutes west of Edmonton, this lake is stocked every spring with small Rainbow Trout.  Fish up to ten pounds have been recorded from this lake




Spring lake is located about 30 minutes west of Edmonton and was my personal favorite however Perch have become numerous in this lake recently.  This lake is home to the Edmonton Trout Club and has an aeration system on it during the winter months.  Rainbow trout are stocked here every spring and there are some real lunkers here with reports of ten plus pounds.



Star Lake is located about 40 minutes west of Edmonton and is one of my favorite lakes.  This lake is home to some larger Rainbows but is not known for high catch rates.  If you're looking for a challenge and a chance at at a nice trophy trout, then this lake is for you.




Payments

Payments can be made in cash or by personal cheque for Alberta residents. A 50% deposit will be required at least two weeks prior to your trip. Remainder of payment can take place at the conclusion of your trip. If you are paying by cheque, a driver's license and major credit card will be required.

For out of province residents, a 50% deposit by money order or cheque will be required at least two weeks prior to trip. The remainder may be paid in cash, money order or certified cheque after your trip.

If we have to cancel your trip due to weather, we will re-book your trip for another day,  If you cancell your trip you will forfit your deposit.

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