Fish Tales – Calgary’s friendliest fly shop - uses guides who love what they’re doing. Their enthusiasm is contagious. Their enjoyment comes from watching you catch fish. Top that enthusiasm with quick access to the river, a full-service fly shop complete with knowledgeable staff, and tasty lunches and you know you’ve made the right decision to book your next Bow River adventure with us.
Fish Tales is located just minutes from the world-renowned Bow River. Join us pre-runoff in April/May or throughout the summer and early fall. Whether you’re a dry fly enthusiast, newcomer to the sport, or crazy about nymphing or chucking streamers our guides will work hard to give you a day to remember.
About the Bow:
The Bow River flows from Bow Lake in Banff National Park and through the beautiful Canadian Rocky Mountains before cutting through the city of Calgary and continuing its journey toward the Canadian Prairies. The lower stretch of the Bow River – the section below the city of Calgary – consists of 55 kilometres of nutrient-rich water that’s renowned for its abundant numbers of trophy-sized rainbows and browns.
2011 Guide Rate – $550.
The daily rate applies to one or two anglers per guide. Rates include a deli-style lunch, full day on the water with the guide’s undivided attention, and equipment if necessary. Clients must hold a valid Alberta fishing licence. Participants are requested to have a selection of flies for their day on the water. Additional angler (special arrangement only) is $50/day. 5% GST is extra.
Booking & Cancellation Policy
Guided trips can be booked via email or by contacting the shop at 403-640-1273 or toll free at 1-866-640-1273 (North America.) A $200 deposit per boat/day is required when you book. Your deposit is fully refundable with 30 or more days notice. Should you cancel with less than 30 days notice your deposit is non-refundable. All payments can be made via cash, debit, cheque, visa, or mastercard.
If the Bow River is deemed “un-fishable” by Fish Tales management and/or guides we’ll refund your money in full, take you to another area, or apply your deposit to another date.
Please book early to ensure your choice of dates.
