@@janlendlperalta5017 big streamers will usually be a good idea but i've also caught some big ones on stonefly nymphs. Keep exploring and you'll get one!
It happens all the time on that stream. Usually with whitefish. So much fun! I’m hoping to have an answer for you on the guided trip soon. I haven’t forgotten! Hope your spring is going well!
@@caseyjohnston4352 sorry Casey. I don’t give my locations. Special spot to me and to others who have found it in the same way you are. Exploring always pays off eventually and it’ll be that much more satisfying to find it. Keep exploring and tight lines!
Watching, from the Philippines, I love the culture of not naming the rivers,i wish someone will share haha lols, , trying to find like this spot, its an epic fight, tight lines👍
Honestly try to think about the general habitat; not the specific water. If you go by “mountain rivers in Alberta” and start fishing them you’ll find the bulls and cutts. Put in the work, we all did
In an ideal world yes… unfortunately I usually only the hope of the long handled net. In this case both of these difficult nettings were my own fault for being under gunned and in poor position. Thanks Ernest for always watching! Hope you have a great Spring!
Sorry. This spot was found through time, effort and dedication, it’s special to me and to others who have also taken the time to find it. Because of the respect I have for that effort, locations are not shared on this channel. Southern Alberta is as specific as I get.
They sure do put up a fight. And when you’re not expecting them or on lighter tackle it can be pretty sporting! Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment! Tight lines!
Im hoping to get my first fly rod this year and have heard thst guided tours are really great to have success sooner, but i worry sbout being so inexperienced. Thoughts?
Most fly shops have courses that can introduce you to the basic skills and techniques so you can get a good idea of what Fly fishing is like. The shop I guide for, OutFlyFishing in Calgary does this and it’s free. Their next one is July 13. Guided trips are also a great way to learn, but I think you’ll enjoy a guided trip more with a few of the basics already in your skill set. A guide can help you learn other skills like reading water as well as working on your basic skills. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.
There was no way to get down. It’s hard to see but that pool had no go around on either side that I could do with rod in hand. Believe me I would have loved to go downstream on the second fish but my mountain goat days are behind me and I have never been a good swimmer.
That’s what I use when I’m chucking streamers and I was wishing I had one as my arms fatigued. I certainly would have been able to get them in quicker if I did.
We've all been there underguned,great video & fun to see you again,why we fly fish,the unexpected happens that big bull on a nymph rod,my 24" Redband on a 3 weight,just happens,tight lines 🤙
@MidLifeFlysis things crazy here cataract surgery on both eyes,not getting out much but soon,very soon,now can see better so awesome & that 2nd bull almost got the better of you my friend,stay safe & blessed,tight lines 🤙
@@Beardedfurflinger Glad to hear the recovery is almost over, you'll be sight fishing in no time! It was a pretty close call on that second one, and I had a sore shoulder to remind me of that awesome bull for days!
Oh they sure do Nick! Put a big stonefly on with a mayfly underneath and a couple split shot to get 'er deep and hold on! Hope all is going well for you!
The bull trout uphold its reputation. What a fight!
@@janlendlperalta5017 so much fun! Love fishing for bulls!
@@MidLifeFlysis I still need to catch those big ones. I caught one a few years back but it was a juvenile.
@@janlendlperalta5017 big streamers will usually be a good idea but i've also caught some big ones on stonefly nymphs. Keep exploring and you'll get one!
What a Beast! Well fought Kirby. The scene at 8:08 when he comes across the pool. You can see the other fish trying to get out of his way.
It happens all the time on that stream. Usually with whitefish. So much fun! I’m hoping to have an answer for you on the guided trip soon. I haven’t forgotten! Hope your spring is going well!
Wow, them is some big fishes!
They sure are my friend. We have to get out again this year!
May I ask what river this is? I have been exploring a ton and want some more water to check out! Absolutely no worries if not!
@@caseyjohnston4352 sorry Casey. I don’t give my locations. Special spot to me and to others who have found it in the same way you are. Exploring always pays off eventually and it’ll be that much more satisfying to find it. Keep exploring and tight lines!
Watching, from the Philippines, I love the culture of not naming the rivers,i wish someone will share haha lols, , trying to find like this spot, its an epic fight, tight lines👍
@@Alister-t8t just imagine the joy and satisfaction of finding that spot
Honestly try to think about the general habitat; not the specific water. If you go by “mountain rivers in Alberta” and start fishing them you’ll find the bulls and cutts. Put in the work, we all did
@@es0x Thanks, Tight lines Mate😉
Most big bulls I’ve caught have been on big stone fly nymphs. If I see one I usually drift nymphs pat him before I try a streamer.
Me too. Once you drag a streamer through it’s pretty much over for that spot. I like to start with less “showy” methods and move up
When you go for big Bull you have to have somebody to land it nice video ..
In an ideal world yes… unfortunately I usually only the hope of the long handled net. In this case both of these difficult nettings were my own fault for being under gunned and in poor position. Thanks Ernest for always watching! Hope you have a great Spring!
Where abouts is this??? Great video by the way!
Sorry. This spot was found through time, effort and dedication, it’s special to me and to others who have also taken the time to find it. Because of the respect I have for that effort, locations are not shared on this channel. Southern Alberta is as specific as I get.
@@MidLifeFlysis All good, I fish swell so I fully understand haha, great video by the way!
Wow.....Dang Kirby...2 awesome Bulls! Like landing 2 steelhead with how strong they were! Good video! Tightlines!
Thanks Craig! I just love hitting this gem of a stream and seeing all those BIG bulls!
Nice fish! I almost caught a bull on a nymph once. It was way too big and the current snapped my 4x off. It was quite the exciting surprise though!
They sure do put up a fight. And when you’re not expecting them or on lighter tackle it can be pretty sporting! Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment! Tight lines!
Im hoping to get my first fly rod this year and have heard thst guided tours are really great to have success sooner, but i worry sbout being so inexperienced. Thoughts?
Most fly shops have courses that can introduce you to the basic skills and techniques so you can get a good idea of what Fly fishing is like. The shop I guide for, OutFlyFishing in Calgary does this and it’s free. Their next one is July 13. Guided trips are also a great way to learn, but I think you’ll enjoy a guided trip more with a few of the basics already in your skill set. A guide can help you learn other skills like reading water as well as working on your basic skills.
Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.
Oh I forgot to mention, those courses are free, a $25 deposit holds your spot and is refunded when you arrive!
Is this Mr. Coderre from HTA?
@@MarekHelman2834 yes it is. Hi Marek!
@@MidLifeFlysis I have you for physics second semester. We’ll have to talk fishing! I’m currently trying to find some bull trout of my own.
@@MarekHelman2834 pop in and say hi, and we can chat.
@@MidLifeFlysis just went out today and broke off on my first bully on the sheep:(
@@MarekHelman2834 Nice! I would be careful targeting bulls this time of year though, as they are staging for their spawn.
Why dont you go down stream, to land that fish?
no need for the stress
There was no way to get down. It’s hard to see but that pool had no go around on either side that I could do with rod in hand. Believe me I would have loved to go downstream on the second fish but my mountain goat days are behind me and I have never been a good swimmer.
5 wt, wow man I think you need an 8 wt for those bullies.
That’s what I use when I’m chucking streamers and I was wishing I had one as my arms fatigued. I certainly would have been able to get them in quicker if I did.
We've all been there underguned,great video & fun to see you again,why we fly fish,the unexpected happens that big bull on a nymph rod,my 24" Redband on a 3 weight,just happens,tight lines 🤙
@@Beardedfurflinger It’s those little surprises that make it so much fun right? How are things going David? I hope all is well on your end!
@MidLifeFlysis things crazy here cataract surgery on both eyes,not getting out much but soon,very soon,now can see better so awesome & that 2nd bull almost got the better of you my friend,stay safe & blessed,tight lines 🤙
@@Beardedfurflinger Glad to hear the recovery is almost over, you'll be sight fishing in no time! It was a pretty close call on that second one, and I had a sore shoulder to remind me of that awesome bull for days!
that was amazing !!!!! your choice of music perfect hitchcock style done good boss !
Thanks Will! I was pretty fortunate that day. How are things on your end?
@@MidLifeFlysis not to bad our season is closed til may 5 so it fly tying time lol
@@willhe4736 been doing a lot of that myself!
I wish I had picked your brain more about fly fishing when I was in your class! Never knew that bulls could take nymphs.
Oh they sure do Nick! Put a big stonefly on with a mayfly underneath and a couple split shot to get 'er deep and hold on! Hope all is going well for you!
Beauty my friend! Love it!
Thanks Craig. We’ve got to visit that spot too.
nice job! I have only caught small bulls on nymphs and large bulls on streamers.... not for lack of trying to catch them on nymphs just no luck.
I think it is time of year. I catch on streamers early in cloudy water, then nymphs later on. Hope you have a great spring!
Love the videos. Beautiful.
Thanks so much! Nice to finally get a good bull trout video out. Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks much! Glad you enjoyed it. Nice to get a bull trout video out finally!