Steelhead Flyfisher

25/07/2024

We thoroughly enjoyed our recent Dean River trip. After 10-years away, it was a thrill to be back and swing a fly through those hallowed waters. Massive thanks to all at , , and the super crew at BC West — you know who you are!!!!

14/10/2023

Our latest newsletter is online. This one previews the 2024 Steelhead Flyfisher travel offerings. We're looking forward to Rio Gallegos sea trout and Rio Santa Cruz steelhead in Argentina; spring steelhead on the Skeena; Atlantic Salmon on the Matapedia; steelhead and chinook on the Dean; sea-run Arctic char in Nunavut; and fall steelhead on the Skeena. Have a look

Also, have a fresh look at our website. Aside from pages describing each travel opportunity, our online shop is growing and now features a selection of photographic prints ready to ship and ready to frame — perfect inspirational gifts for yourself and/or a friend.

Newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/SFF-Oct-2023
Website: https://www.steelheadflyfisher.com

📷 Thanks to Steffen Juhl for the brilliant photo from our recent season in the Arctic.

15/04/2023

Good to see Northern BC fishing better this spring. Just back from a thoroughly enjoyable week with friends at Nicholas Dean Outdoors. With improved ocean conditions in the North Pacific, we're optimistic for summer and fall seasons. We have access to a few openings in prime weeks yet this spring and in fall — it's not too late to get in on the action this year. We'll also be booking soon for spring 2024. Message us for more information.

18/07/2022

We’re aiming for a return to the Rio Gallegos and the wild Patagonia pampas in 2023. Join us at the ever cozy Salmon Junkies Estancia Carlota program for week of sea trout fishing and relaxed Argentine hospitality — with an option for additional fishing on the Rio Santa Cruz for Atlantic steelhead.

In an world of uncertainty, this we know for sure: In Patagonia, the wind will blow, sunsets will blaze, the fish will reward our best efforts, the empanadas will be tasty, the asados will be amazing, and each silky glass of Mablec will be a welcome tonic for the soul. And, to make it even sweeter, Salmon Junkies has developed an attractive add-on opportunity for 3.5 days fully guided and accommodated on the Rio Santa Cruz for steelhead. My intention is to host two weeks on the Gallegos at Estancia Carlota followed by a visit to the Santa Cruz.

February 25 – March 4, 2023 / Rio Gallegos Sea Trout
March 4 – 11, 2023 / Rio Gallegos Sea Trout
+ March 11-15 / Rio Santa Cruz Steelhead

Message us for further details, price and availability.

30/04/2022

After a four-year absence, the remarkable Camp Ekaluk and Ekaluktuuk River in the Canadian Arctic will be open to a limited number of guests in 2022 — just 24 rods in a brief two-week season to pursue what are among the largest sea-run Arctic char on the planet. You could join us. DM for more information.

17/11/2021

With a cautious eye we're looking toward swinging flies beyond the US border in 2022. With luck and a bit of planning there will be bright sea-run fish there to meet us. Whether hosting or not, we can arrange a memorable trip for you on any of the following opportunities, each currently having availability in prime weeks. Please message or get in touch if you have interest in joining us:

• Rio Gallegos Sea Trout at Estancia Carlota with Salmon Junkies / availability in February and March
• Matapedia River Atlantic Salmon at two classic private camps with Bespoke Flyfishing / availability in June
• Skeena River Steelhead at Nicholas Dean Outdoors / availability in September

Find more information at http://www.steelheadflyfisher.com

03/11/2021

Continuing with our Flies for Steelhead effort, drop in on Josh Mills again (Instagram) to place your bid on "Three Thieves, Zymoetz River" — 12x16 print on fine art archival paper, mounted on 16x20 museum board, frame-ready. One of my most popular, most purchased prints. Find it hanging on the walls of the most discerning steelhead anglers! 😉 Bidding ends 11/9.

01/11/2021

And while you're at it, you have to look in on ... Jim Schmitz went all out to render "Spring's Brilliant Treasure" in a 24x36 metal print. It's ready to hang and enhance any wall! Get your bid in before 9pm PST on 11/4 and join in the Flies for Steelhead effort to raise awareness and campaign for protective action to address the increasingly alarming declines in wild steelhead populations throughout the Pacific Northwest.

31/10/2021

Please visit (Instagram) to get in on the bidding to help in the urgent cause of wild steelhead conservation. Auctioning is a beautiful fine art print (12x16 on 16x20 museum board, ready for framing) titled "Coastal Metallic, British Columbia" featuring a stunning spring fish encountered on a tannic coastal stream — a dramatic visual reminder of just how spectacular and inspirational wild steelhead can be — exactly why we need to keep them around. Thank you Josh Mills for all the heavy lifting.

29/10/2021

Calling attention to some extremely important work by friends at Wild Steelhead Coalition — an urgent awareness campaign called "Wild Steelhead Now or Never." No time left for pussyfooting around. Read it, please, at: https://www.wildsteelheadcoalition.org/now-or-never

10/09/2021

Recommended viewing for those concerned or wanting to know more about the historically small return of steelhead to British Columbia's Skeena watershed this summer.

23/08/2021

Tough decision by the folks at Fish the Swing. It's a brave step and should call attention to the dire situation unfolding in the Columbia system. If the angling community wants future angling opportunities, we need to advocate now for decisive measures from resource managers, including effective campaigns to generate the political will for lasting change. Please read FTS's statement and make your voice heard.

Thanks everyone for your support! Our website is now updated with our statement about why we cancelled our entire Deschutes River season. Please share this widely (including those not on social media) as I know many of us are having these same thoughts and feelings.

LINK IN BIO

It is time to say enough is enough and demand meaningful protections for wild steelhead!

📷 Deschutes River by

02/06/2021

With international borders still closed for the most part and access denied to our preferred destinations, we’ve been quiet during the pandemic. But wandering eyes are still landing here, so as we await a return to travel, we’ll attempt to keep our IG alive by posting an occasional image from the archives. This one for friends in the Atlantic salmon world. For those who can get on a river, have a great season!

Until we can join you, here’s a memory from a trip with Norwegian Flyfishers Club on the Gaula River. Black and orange gets it done again!