WHAT'S NEW

INTRODUCING OUR NEW "ANGLER'S GUEST HOUSE".

We are very pleased to announce that we will be hosting clients in our new Angler's Guest House this season in Kimberley. Accommodations at the Angler's Guest House is offered as part of our all-inclusive fishing trip packages.

The Angler's Guest House is located in Kimberley. It is exquisitely appointed and has five bedrooms and four bathrooms. At over 4500 square feet there is lots of space to relax and kick back after a great day of fishing. You will be very pleased with the layout and level of comfort you will experience. During your stay you will come to understand why it is the preferred accommodation choice for those fishing with us.

ON-LINE FLYSHOP COMING SOON!

The St.Mary Angler is in the process of shifting to an on-line store. We will still be carrying a full line of products, including those unique items that are specific to fishing in southeastern British Columbia. All our products will soon be available 24/7 anywhere you are, whether it be in Kimberley, or somewhere else around the world.

UPCOMING TRADESHOWS

In January, February and March we attend tradeshows in the Western States and in Alberta. Please see our tradeshows page for more details so you can come and see us if we are coming to your neck of the woods.

WHAT'S NEW ON THE WATER...

WE ARE GUIDING FULL-TIME ON THE UPPER COLUMBIA RIVER IN S.E. BRITISH COLUMBIA.

The section of the Upper Columbia River in southern B.C. is one of the largest tailwater fisheries in North America. It is also one of the finest spring and late fall fisheries around for big rainbows. With the trout averaging nearly 20 inches and runs into your backing the norm, you will understand our excitement for guiding this stretch of tailwater downstream of Castlegar, B.C.

You will chase the big rainbows from our 16 foot jet boat. This boat has the added advantage of being rowable which allows us to power to the top of the run and drift our way back down, then do it all over again. It is perfect for the big river and allows us to get into very shallow water over the cobbles where most boats don't dare to go.

The Upper Columbia River is a year round fishery, but the prime months to fish for the very large rainbows are April, May, June, and late in the season in October. In the spring the hatches of stoneflies, mayflies and midges are abundant. In October the water cools from the summer heat and the large rainbows feed in the riffles and big runs with reckless abandon!

The Upper Columbia is truly an exceptional fishery. If you are up for the challenge of big river rainbows on a big piece of turning water, and aren't afraid to do a little work to catch them, then this experience is for you.

Go to our River Floats Trips page to see some photos.