ALBERTA FLY FISHING GUIDE

Wild trout, pristine rivers, no crowds.

Your Alberta fly fishing guide for walk-and-wade days on the Livingstone, Crowsnest, Oldman, and many more rivers.

Just 1–3 anglers per trip.

Three ways to fish with an Alberta fly fishing guide

Rods, reels and flies provided. I’ll tell you what to wear for your river when you book.

Angler holding a brown trout on an Alberta half-day fly fishing trip

Half day

4–5 hours ·

Start between 9 and 10 a.m.

From $550 CAD
Two anglers with a rainbow trout on an Alberta full-day fly fishing trip

Full day

8–10 hours ·

Start between 9 and 10 a.m.

From $750 CAD
Fly Fishing Trip

2-day wilderness

Backcountry + a night camping

From $1400 CAD

RIVERS I GUIDE

Where your Alberta fly fishing guide takes you

Leslie, Alberta fly fishing guide, with Becky and a cutthroat trout

Highwood River

Crystal-clear mountain river in Kananaskis Country. Cutthroat, bull trout and rainbows.

Lady with a cutthroat trout

Upper Oldman River

Intimate upper Oldman water along Highway 40. Wild cutthroat, bull trout in the deeper pools.

castel river cuttroat trout

Castle River

Wadeable Oldman tributary, with a remote West sector and easier East access. Mostly cutthroat.

crowsnest river 1

Crowsnest River

Fish the Crowsnest River on foot with a local guide and be prepared for action.

Angler wading a rocky pool between large boulders on Cataract Creek

Cataract Creek

Narrow, crystal-clear stream with brook trout, cutthroat, bull trout and rainbows.

Fly fisherman landing cutthroat trout in Alberta

Livingstone River

Southern Alberta wilderness water. Cutthroat, and big bull trout in the deeper pools.

Leslie and Becky with a nice big cutthroat form Ram river

Ram River

Clear foothills river by Ram Falls. Westslope cutthroat on dry flies and nymphs.

carbondale river angler with dog

Carbondale River

Narrow foothills freestone stream, with pocket water and native westslope cutthroat and rainbows.

Leslie, Alberta fly fishing guide, with Becky and a cutthroat trout
YOUR GUIDE

Hy! I'm Leslie your Guide!

I’ve been fly fishing for 40 years and guiding for more than 25. Today I’m your Alberta fly fishing guide, and most days I’m on the water with Becky, my French spaniel, a hunting dog from Perdrioles Kennel. My goal is simple: put you on wild trout in beautiful water, and teach you something along the way. I guide in English and in French.

What anglers say

Shannon F
Ontario CAN
If you really want to have a great experience and learn from an expert, this is the one trip you’ll want take. Leslie was calm and patient and really knows everything about fly fishing. His expertise is unmatched. We had the best time and enjoyed the day with him tremendously. And we learned a lot.
Samantha M
Florida USA
We had such an amazing time fly fishing in Canada with Leslie! We came up to celebrate my boyfriend’s 30th birthday, and Leslie made the experience so special and memorable. He was knowledgeable, professional, patient, and clearly passionate about
Elizabeth Martinson
Alberta CAN
My husband and I spent two days learning how to fly fish with Leslie. Leslie was professional, patient and accommodating, and took us to some beautiful fishing spots in remote areas of Alberta that we (seasoned backpackers/canoeists) were unaware of. We loved spending time with him and is amazing dog Becky, and highly recommend him as a guide and teacher.
QUESTIONS

Alberta fly fishing guide: your questions

Yes. In Alberta, you need a Wildlife Identification Number (WiN) before you can buy a fishing licence. You can get both online at AlbertaRELM.com, and I’ll walk you through it when you book.

Rods, reels, flies and guiding, plus a free photo and video package of your day. I’ll tell you what to wear for your river when you book.

No. I teach casting, reading the water and spotting fish, at your pace. Beginners are welcome, and so are experienced anglers looking for quiet water.

One to three anglers per guide, so everyone gets time on the water and my attention.

The season opens June 16. You can already send me your dates for next season. June, July and August fill up first, so book early to get your preferred date.

A non-refundable deposit holds your date: $200 for a half day, $350 for a full day and $500 for the 2-day trip. If you need to change your date, tell me at least 7 days ahead and we’ll move it to another available date this season or later, at my discretion. With less than 7 days’ notice or a no-show, the deposit is forfeited. If I have to cancel for weather, unsafe water or an unforeseen reason, I’ll offer a new date or a full refund. The balance is due on the day, in cash (CAD).

Yes. Tell me which river you’d like when you book. I’ll confirm it based on water levels, the season and your experience. If conditions aren’t right, I’ll suggest the best alternative nearby, so you still get a great day. Not sure? I’ll pick the best water for you.

Your Alberta trout are waiting.

The season opens June 16. You can already send me your dates for next season. June, July and August fill up first. Secure your day with your Alberta fly fishing guide.

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