CLASSIC WESTERN TROUT FISHING WITH A CANADIAN TWIST
Join Nomada Fly Fish as we travel to Calgary, Alberta, Canada, to pound the banks of the Bow River in search of trophy-sized browns and rainbows.
The Bow harbors an estimated 3,000 trout per mile—averaging 16 inches—yet remains significantly less pressured than many of its US regional counterparts. Easily accessible from anywhere in the US via the Calgary International Airport, this unique fishery provides multiple daily float options across several distinct beats. Because the Bow relies entirely on 100% wild recruitment, every fish you hook is a hard-fighting native-born brawler—no stockers here. You can fish the Bow right through its city limits in Calgary, or drift through its sprawling grassland prairie setting downstream that will make you forget you are minutes from a metropolitan area. On this adventure, you are unlikely to fish the same water twice.
We partner exclusively with the first-rate, friendly, and knowledgeable team at Dave Brown Outfitters to ensure a world-class guiding experience. Guests will stay at the comfortable and convenient Carriage House Inn, which features an on-site restaurant and bar, as well as a complimentary continental breakfast. For added convenience, a local fly shop and multiple dining options, ranging from fast-casual to fine dining, are just a short walk away.
Our days begin with a quick bite at the hotel before the guides pick us up. Fishing will primarily be done from a drift boat, but there are excellent opportunities to wet wade, meaning waders are entirely unnecessary this time of year. Angling techniques on the Bow are incredibly versatile, ranging from tossing topwater terrestrials and streamers on weighted lines to dead-drifting indicator nymphing rigs. Guides provide lunch on the water. Upon returning to the hotel each evening, we can plan a group dinner at a nearby eatery.
If you’re searching for a top-notch western trout trip that’s a great value, join Nomada on the Bow River!
PRICE INCLUDES:
- 4 Nights at The Carriage House Hotel & Conference Center (or similar at the outfitter’s discretion)
- 3 Days Guided Drift Boat Fishing on the Bow River
- Complimentary Continental Breakfast provided by the hotel
- Lunches provided on the water
- All Taxes & Fees
- Note: the price is per angler/guest based on double occupancy; 2 anglers/guests per room. Single angler and/or individual room options may be available; contact the trip host for details
COMPLEMENTARIES:
- All flies provided
- Rods are available for guest use
NOT INCLUDED:
- Transportation to Calgary, Alberta, Canada
- Ground transportation from the airport to the hotel
- Alberta fishing license
- Dinners (several restaurants are available within a short walk of our hotel)
- Standard gratuity for guides and hotel staff
WHAT TO BRING:
- 5 to 7-weight fly rods
- Floating fly line
- Fast sink tip line (optional)
- Wading shoes
- Rain jacket
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat
- Sunscreen
FLY FISHING:
- Classic western tailwater in a grassland prairie and urban metropolitan settings
- Trophy-size rainbow and brown trout
- Primarily drift boat fishing with several opportunities to wade outside the boat
THE CARRIAGE HOUSE HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER:
Clean, comfortable, and conveniently located near South Calgary’s shopping and entertainment district, The Carriage House features a heated outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness facility.
These comfortable guest rooms offer two queen beds and a 43-inch TV, a large desk, a mini refrigerator, and complimentary internet access.
BOW RIVER GALLERY:
