Guiding & Clinics

Rates & Services

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/pontoon boat, 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.

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

We supply fly rods and reels but if you wish to bring your own, 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

Introduction To Stillwater Fly Fishing Clinic

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
Clinics and trips are available Saturdays and Sundays

# of Anglers	Full Day	1/2 Day
1	$287.00	$187.00
2	$397.00	$297.00

To give our clients the best instruction with a few hours for fishing, our clinics run eight hours.

Guided Trips & Fly Fishing School Guidelines:

Trips and clinics are limited to two persons so you can get the most individualized instruction.
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
Clinics consist of eight hours of instruction and fishing.
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

Chickakoo is a small lake that is stocked with both brook trout and rainbows. The lake is surrounded by trees making this lake perfect for the beginner as the wind doesn't show it's full force here making casting a little easier. The trout are on the smaller size but trips usually offer up good catch rates.

Star Lake is located about 45 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

For Alberta residents, payments can be made in cash or by personal cheque. 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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Testimonials

"Doc, I had a great time at the clinic. You were very friendly and knowledgeable and made learning very easy. I highly recommend Doc's clinic to anyone interested in flyfishing!"

Brent

Client
"Mike: Thank you for a great course. I learned a lot. You are an excellent teacher and the clinic covered everything I needed to know. I especially appreciated the fact that ..."

Kristen

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