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@markw2990 3 сағат бұрын
Sorry to hear it will be the last season of your videos, but I understand! Thanks for all your content. Your videos were incredibly helpful for me in learning how to fly fish for cutts in SW Alberta this year. Cheers - Mark from Calgary
@craigjones1230 6 сағат бұрын
It was a great day. So glad we were able to get out!!
@MidLifeFlysis 3 сағат бұрын
@@craigjones1230 it was…thanks for always being willing to go exploring my friend!
@ernestbrazzoni599 7 сағат бұрын
Nice to see you back , Merry Christmas
@MidLifeFlysis 3 сағат бұрын
@@ernestbrazzoni599 Merry Christmas to you too!
@ixgrubxi 7 сағат бұрын
Good to see you back
@MidLifeFlysis 3 сағат бұрын
@@ixgrubxi thanks so much. Merry Christmas!
@landcruiserchewy Күн бұрын
Great review! 👍
@MidLifeFlysis Күн бұрын
@@landcruiserchewy thanks so much!
@willhe4736 13 күн бұрын
hey papa gator where you at ?
@MidLifeFlysis 12 күн бұрын
Hey Willhe! Just slogging man...work has been a grind this year...been working on the same video for over a month...just can't find time to get it done! I'm livin' just not livin' the dream...6 more years and retirement comes...then the dream!
@Unknownfishingadventures Ай бұрын
Beauty adventure. Great tip on getting sleepy bulls triggered by catching somthing else in front of their face
@MidLifeFlysis Ай бұрын
@@Unknownfishingadventures thanks! Always been a good way to get guests on fish!
@ernestbrazzoni599 Ай бұрын
Hi , Kirby , no new videos miss your videos
@MidLifeFlysis Ай бұрын
@@ernestbrazzoni599 slow going this fall my friend. Work is getting in the way.
@theycallmerj3973 3 ай бұрын
hey man nice videos, im wondering on what do you use on your underwater shots , its cool and crisp
@MidLifeFlysis 3 ай бұрын
@@theycallmerj3973 I have a waterproof case for my phone and just shoot with that. Easy peasy! Thanks for watching!
@MarekHelman2834 3 ай бұрын
I’m trying to catch my first bull trout before the end of the season, is there any particular tips you have for me? I’ve recently been targeting them with streamers in deeper pools.
@MidLifeFlysis 3 ай бұрын
@@MarekHelman2834 hey Marek. My biggest tip would be to leave them be right now. Bulls spawn in the fall and we want them to be able to spawn successfully. I’m sure that’s not the answer you were looking for but bulls are a threatened species and need all the help they can get.
@MarekHelman2834 3 ай бұрын
@@MidLifeFlysis Alright sounds good!
@caseyjohnston4352 3 ай бұрын
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!
@MidLifeFlysis 3 ай бұрын
@@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!
@MarekHelman2834 3 ай бұрын
Is this Mr. Coderre from HTA?
@MidLifeFlysis 3 ай бұрын
@@MarekHelman2834 yes it is. Hi Marek!
@MarekHelman2834 3 ай бұрын
@@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.
@MidLifeFlysis 3 ай бұрын
@@MarekHelman2834 pop in and say hi, and we can chat.
@MarekHelman2834 3 ай бұрын
@@MidLifeFlysis just went out today and broke off on my first bully on the sheep:(
@MidLifeFlysis 3 ай бұрын
@@MarekHelman2834 Nice! I would be careful targeting bulls this time of year though, as they are staging for their spawn.
@janlendlperalta5017 4 ай бұрын
The bull trout uphold its reputation. What a fight!
@MidLifeFlysis 4 ай бұрын
@@janlendlperalta5017 so much fun! Love fishing for bulls!
@janlendlperalta5017 4 ай бұрын
@@MidLifeFlysis I still need to catch those big ones. I caught one a few years back but it was a juvenile.
@MidLifeFlysis 4 ай бұрын
@@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!
@Alister-t8t 4 ай бұрын
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👍
@MidLifeFlysis 4 ай бұрын
@@Alister-t8t just imagine the joy and satisfaction of finding that spot
@es0x 4 ай бұрын
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
@Alister-t8t 4 ай бұрын
@@es0x Thanks, Tight lines Mate😉
@garyrafferty7625 5 ай бұрын
Love me some small and medium freestone streams full of wild trout!
@MidLifeFlysis 5 ай бұрын
@@garyrafferty7625 they are the best right?
@jiafuniu9017 5 ай бұрын
They stop making and selling this version which is stupid. The II version looks very unpractical for an actual long wade fishing trip
@MidLifeFlysis 5 ай бұрын
@@jiafuniu9017 I’m so disappointed!
@Beardedfurflinger 5 ай бұрын
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 5 ай бұрын
@@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!
@Beardedfurflinger 5 ай бұрын
@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 🤙
@MidLifeFlysis 5 ай бұрын
@@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!
@bobmatuzak2263 5 ай бұрын
Boy, these look good. I’m tying a few of them up and using them in Central Pennsylvania. I’ll let you know.
@MidLifeFlysis 5 ай бұрын
@@bobmatuzak2263 awesome! Please do let me know how they work in PA!
@PlantedElement 6 ай бұрын
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?
@MidLifeFlysis 6 ай бұрын
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.
@MidLifeFlysis 6 ай бұрын
Oh I forgot to mention, those courses are free, a $25 deposit holds your spot and is refunded when you arrive!
@Matthew_Patterson56 6 ай бұрын
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.
@MidLifeFlysis 6 ай бұрын
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
@TheSilver9r 6 ай бұрын
Need to keep 'em wet dude, zero hero shots.
@kingpingist 6 ай бұрын
Why dont you go down stream, to land that fish? no need for the stress
@MidLifeFlysis 6 ай бұрын
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.
@willhe4736 6 ай бұрын
oh great now i have homework thanks !!! lol yes i will be tying a few of these lately all i have been tying is leechs they have been really hot for walleye great video
@MidLifeFlysis 6 ай бұрын
Thanks Will…giving homework is what I do ha ha! Hope the Walleye keep biting!
@ernestbrazzoni599 6 ай бұрын
Excellent. Fly , cheers , looks like a good beer ,
@MidLifeFlysis 6 ай бұрын
Thanks Ernest! They are both a favourite of mine!
@craigjones1230 6 ай бұрын
Deadly fly!! Beauty tie!!
@MidLifeFlysis 6 ай бұрын
Thanks Craig! Soon we get to use it!
@garyrafferty7625 7 ай бұрын
Another great video Kirby. We are in full run-off in Colorado right now. Though I did have a few good days on the water in late-April and early-May. You are still on my bucket list ... currently 7th out of my Top 10. Hope to link up with you in a couple of years. Keep filming and sharing your fishing adventures! Gary R, USAF-Retired
@MidLifeFlysis 7 ай бұрын
I appreciate that Gary! I'm going to have to figure out how to move up that list! I will keep filming and posting don't you worry and thanks for your service!
@garyrafferty7625 7 ай бұрын
@@MidLifeFlysis Lol... Too many trophy streams in Western Colorado, Central Wyoming and Southern Montana to conquer first!
@MidLifeFlysis 7 ай бұрын
@@garyrafferty7625 I totally understand! Whenever you are ready to sample some of our Alberta waters, you let me know.
@craigjones1230 7 ай бұрын
As always…beauty spot and fish. Well done my friend!
@MidLifeFlysis 7 ай бұрын
Thanks my friend! Can’t wait to get out with you once school is out!
@kirkdonnelly7982 7 ай бұрын
Practice makes perfect
@MidLifeFlysis 7 ай бұрын
Always! And it’s fun too!
@ernestbrazzoni599 7 ай бұрын
Great video, Kirby thanks ,keep the video coming ..
@MidLifeFlysis 7 ай бұрын
Thanks Ernest! Glad you enjoyed it! Soon the season begins!
@ixgrubxi 7 ай бұрын
Love the vids! Tight lines!
@MidLifeFlysis 7 ай бұрын
I'm so glad you like them! Hope you get out fishing soon!
@StewMcLeod 7 ай бұрын
Nice work once again. Thanks for sharing. If I make it up to cowtown this year I'll try and get a trip arranged.
@MidLifeFlysis 7 ай бұрын
Sounds great Stew! I've just made an agreement with OutFlyFishing in Calgary to be their walk and wade guy, so let me know and we'll get it set up!
@willhe4736 7 ай бұрын
great vid as always !!! i really like the some ya catch some ya dont more down to earth real life but your channel had always been this way i still have 5 more sleeps til the season opens here or 4 sleeps and one restless night lol
@MidLifeFlysis 7 ай бұрын
Isn’t opening day like that though? Always so exciting! Thanks for watching and commenting as always Wil!
@rinrat6754 7 ай бұрын
Great outing and nice big fish. I like the switch to fully local homebrew. Here's hoping for a cold, wet miserable spring to make up for the snowpack.
@MidLifeFlysis 7 ай бұрын
I couldn’t agree more. We need the moisture and cool temperatures or we’ll be looking at restrictions by opening day…sigh
@craigjones1230 7 ай бұрын
This is such a great spot!! 🤫🤫
@MidLifeFlysis 7 ай бұрын
Such a great spot! We must go again!
@ernestbrazzoni599 7 ай бұрын
Love the clear cool water ,thanks for the video ..
@MidLifeFlysis 7 ай бұрын
You’re welcome as always Ernest! Soon the water will be chocolate milk!
@WildBlueDiscovery 8 ай бұрын
Wow.....Dang Kirby...2 awesome Bulls! Like landing 2 steelhead with how strong they were! Good video! Tightlines!
@MidLifeFlysis 8 ай бұрын
Thanks Craig! I just love hitting this gem of a stream and seeing all those BIG bulls!
@lyndonfish6229 8 ай бұрын
5 wt, wow man I think you need an 8 wt for those bullies.
@MidLifeFlysis 8 ай бұрын
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.
@shawncaufield 8 ай бұрын
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.
@MidLifeFlysis 8 ай бұрын
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!
@Jadesfishing 8 ай бұрын
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!
@MidLifeFlysis 8 ай бұрын
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!
@noahintherockies05 8 ай бұрын
Where abouts is this??? Great video by the way!
@MidLifeFlysis 8 ай бұрын
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.
@noahintherockies05 8 ай бұрын
@@MidLifeFlysis All good, I fish swell so I fully understand haha, great video by the way!
@nickolasdemedeiros 8 ай бұрын
I wish I had picked your brain more about fly fishing when I was in your class! Never knew that bulls could take nymphs.
@MidLifeFlysis 8 ай бұрын
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!
@bucknakediam5837 8 ай бұрын
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.
@MidLifeFlysis 8 ай бұрын
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!
@willhe4736 8 ай бұрын
that was amazing !!!!! your choice of music perfect hitchcock style done good boss !
@MidLifeFlysis 8 ай бұрын
Thanks Will! I was pretty fortunate that day. How are things on your end?
@willhe4736 8 ай бұрын
@@MidLifeFlysis not to bad our season is closed til may 5 so it fly tying time lol
@MidLifeFlysis 8 ай бұрын
@@willhe4736 been doing a lot of that myself!
@craigjones1230 8 ай бұрын
Beauty my friend! Love it!
@MidLifeFlysis 8 ай бұрын
Thanks Craig. We’ve got to visit that spot too.
@donbachek49 8 ай бұрын
Wow, them is some big fishes!
@MidLifeFlysis 8 ай бұрын
They sure are my friend. We have to get out again this year!
@ixgrubxi 8 ай бұрын
Love the videos. Beautiful.
@MidLifeFlysis 8 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! Nice to finally get a good bull trout video out. Glad you enjoyed it!
@MidLifeFlysis 8 ай бұрын
Thanks much! Glad you enjoyed it. Nice to get a bull trout video out finally!
@ernestbrazzoni599 8 ай бұрын
When you go for big Bull you have to have somebody to land it nice video ..
@MidLifeFlysis 8 ай бұрын
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!
@avid.venture 8 ай бұрын
So good! Id love to come along with you if you were ever looking for a partner that day
@MidLifeFlysis 8 ай бұрын
Thanks so much. I appreciate the offer. I’ll let you know.
@jasonsfishingagain312 9 ай бұрын
This looks like a small Alberta Creek I fish that is a few hundred yards from a very popular stocked pond. Everytime I leave and drive by and see everyone standing there watching their rods I think to myself "If you all only knew" I have never seen anyone else fish that stream.
@MidLifeFlysis 9 ай бұрын
Isn’t it awesome to have a secret creek? I love that thought too when I am exploring a new little gem.
@craigjones1230 9 ай бұрын
Love it!! Beauty of a day!!
@MidLifeFlysis 9 ай бұрын
Thanks my friend! Looking forward to getting out with you this Spring!