Bow River Blog
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I am Mike- writer and trout fisherman in Calgary, Alberta Canada. Trout fishing guide on the Lower Bow River. Blogging about my passion, sport fishing the Bow River.
Bow River Blog
3w ago
Taking the Green Ghost to Brown Town With fantastic weather in February, I head out to an inner city location in search of the rivers finest Brown Trout specimens. In this video I am using my own lure, the Robertson Tackle Green Ghost. The bright green pattern of this lure is great for deep, overwintering ..read more
Bow River Blog
3M ago
Lately I have been fishing the river more than usual! Often times, I find solace near water when times are stressful. For me, even standing near water gives me great comfort and the water always seems to ease my stressors. During these challenging times in life, I find myself standing on the rivers edge watching ..read more
Bow River Blog
4M ago
To all my friends and followers of the Bow River Blog and the Robertson Tackle Lure Co, we wish you all a blessed and Merry Christmas this year. Huge thank you for all your support and we appreciate you very much. May you all have a wonderful festive season ~Mike ..read more
Bow River Blog
4M ago
Its been many moons since I caught my first fish, so far back in fact that that I hardly remember how old I was. I don’t remember how old I was, but I will never forget the feeling of that first fish. The tug on the line, the adrenaline rush, the smile that never left ..read more
Bow River Blog
5M ago
Night fishing for brown trout on the Bow River can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but it also requires careful planning and attention to safety. Here are some tips to help you have a successful night fishing trip for brown trout on the Bow River: Check Regulations: Before you head out, make sure to ..read more
Bow River Blog
8M ago
The Bow River, a picturesque waterway winding through the heart of Alberta, Canada, is renowned among anglers and outdoor enthusiasts for its incredible diversity of fish species. However, one species stands out as the jewel of these waters – the magnificent rainbow trout. In this blog post, we’ll dive into the fascinating world of rainbow ..read more
Bow River Blog
9M ago
I have known George since we were in Jr High school together, growing up here in Calgary! We both share the love and passion for fishing but have never got the chance to fish together until this past weekend. George has stated several times that he would love to fish from the jet boat, but ..read more
Bow River Blog
9M ago
It’s been a great month here on the Bow River. After receiving my new custom 3D Dreamsicle lure a few weeks ago, I have been at the river often, catching both amazing browns, and scrappy rainbows. The color of lure is a cross between a brown trout, and a Cutthroat trout pattern. I have had ..read more
Bow River Blog
11M ago
Every professional angler has his gear, and tackle organized, and ready for action before he even walks out the front door to the river. Sometimes many hours are spent making sure his or her gear is properly stowed away, and ready for use, when he arrives at the river to fish. There is no wasted ..read more
Bow River Blog
1y ago
Many anglers understand that giving off good “vibes” on the water can be more productive! It goes without saying that a happy employee for example, is usually a productive employee and will accomplish more work in a day than say a disgruntled employee. This is my approach to fishing. When I am happy and enthusiastic ..read more