Spring Update

 Well it has been a while since I've posted something so here's what's been happening this spring. I have been out on the river once and had one heck of a good time with my brother Jordan and buddy Dave. Got them their first Brown Trout on a fly, so that was EPIC! From the following pictures they weren't record beaters but you have to start somewhere, right?

 No crazy fish tales or jokes to be had this time round. But the smiles put on these boy's faces, even from small trout, tell the story and will last in their memories for years to come I'm sure.

Dave's First Ever Brown Trout

Dave Sends His Brown Back To "Brown Town"

My Bro's First Ever Brown Trout

Eight Inches Of Pure Alberta Gold
 As for myself, two solid fish and one who though he was a grown up. I was even able to land my best ever Brook Trout on the fly. That in combination with the boy's getting their first Brown Trout was the icing on the cake for this trip. 

 Fantastic way to open up the 2016 season and can't wait to get out with these boys again!

 Cheers & Tight Lines To All!

Hmm...Should I Get This One Mounted?

Personal Best Brook Trout 15-16"

Another Beauty Brown For My Photo Collection, 13-14"


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