Bow River heats up in July.
What an amazing month this has been for trout fishing the Bow River. With the borders still closed, the river has seen a lot less traffic then it has in past years. They call the Calgary Stampede “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth”, but this year, with the Stampede closed, the Bow River is the greatest outdoor show on earth. Temperatures have been skyrocketing into the 30’s almost daily, so it is important that we head out early and get the morning bite before the heat in on. As the heat turns up, the fishing slows down somewhat, and by 2PM we are back at the boat launch and finished our day.
It is of the utmost importance in the heat of the afternoon, that you don’t fight the fish too long, or you don’t keep the fish out of the water very long. Keep them wet, a quick pic and back they go into the river.
We have been landing some epic fish using different techniques, different kinds of lures, and finding fish deeper into the water column on those stifling hot afternoons. Knowing the river intimately as I do, understanding where to locate the fish has been an integral part of our success.
Have a look at these beauty fish caught and released in July 2020! I hope to see you on the water with me this August.
Until then……
Sharp hooks and tight lines,
~Mike.
