The spectacular rivers and streams along the east slope of Alberta's Rocky Mountains are a dry fly fisher's paradise. These cool, crystal clear waters are teaming with eager cutthroat trout and are home to increasing numbers of large, aggressive bull trout. Rainbow trout and brook trout also inhabit many of these waters. The Highwood River, Livingstone River, Oldman River, and Crowsnest River along with Cataract Creek, Racehorse Creek, and others, tumble and twist through mountain and foothills terrain that is ideal for these fish. The boulders and rocks strewn along the riverbeds, and countless pools, provide ideal holding water for fish seeking food and relief from the current.

While many fishers are intent on using dry flies exclusively, nymphs and streamers should also be found in your fly box. Using a tandem set up with a dry fly and a nymph dropper is often the most productive method of fishing.

A day spent fishing these rivers is usually a long one. A two hour drive from Calgary through scenic foothills to the southwest will bring us to the mountains and our river of choice. Depending on conditions, we may fish two or three stretches of one river or we may try our luck on a couple of different rivers. Clearwater Adventures will provide snacks, a deli lunch, and non-alcoholic beverages. We will also provide you with any necessary fishing gear. Early summer and fall fishing will require waders and felt sole wading boots and we can usually provide these if you need them. During warmer midsummer days, you may want to leave the waders behind and spend the day wet wading. Wading boots are still recommended. After a full day of fishing we head back to Calgary where we often arrive after 11:00 PM.

Join us for a day or two on one or more of these rivers and enjoy a fly fishing experience that will leave you wanting more.

Clearwater Adventures can arrange camping outings on mountain rivers for those interested in more rustic fly fishing adventures. A limited number of provincial campsites with minimal facilities are available in close proximity to several of our mountain rivers while random camping is available along many mountain rivers. Random camping means that when we find a suitable location, we pitch our tents and call it home for the night. Keep in mind that random campsites do not have washroom facilities or running water. Clearwater Adventures provides all camping gear, snacks, meals and non-alcoholic beverages while camping. Contact us for pricing.

Custom fly fishing outings are available. Whether it's a multi-day camping and fishing adventure on several rivers, or something entirely different, we will be happy to arrange an outing suited to meet your needs. Please contact us and we can work out the details.

If you are looking for accommodations while you are in the Calgary area, we can help you out. Clearwater Adventures' clients enjoy preferred rates at a hotel, minutes from the Calgary International Airport. A complimentary shuttle service is provided to and from the airport as are complimentary continental breakfasts. The hotel is in close proximity to a shopping mall and retail stores, theaters, and numerous restaurants. A riverside inn is also available to our clients who choose to spend time fishing on our mountain rivers and streams. We can also direct you to a comfortable Bed and Breakfast on a large acreage on the outskirts of the city if that is more to your liking.

Call us at 1-877-607-4427 to book your 2008 fly fishing adventure.

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