With over 20,000 lakes in some of the most gorgeous landscapes on earth, British Columbia’s still-water fly fishing is world class. From lakes in the remote backcountry to sweeping grasslands and lush forests, each region and each body of water offers its own unique experience and challenge to the fly fisher.
Find out how the evolution of fly fishing helped shape the sport and kept BC anglers hooked for generations.
Fly fishing has deep global roots, but many of today’s most influential flies, rods, and stillwater techniques were pioneered in British Columbia in the 70s and 80s and evolved drastically with changing technology in the 90s and 2000s . This documentary explores that legacy, tracing the evolution of lake fly fishing and the innovators who shaped the sport over the past four decades. Featuring expert voices, key organizations, and legendary fly patterns, it reveals how BC became a cornerstone of stillwater angling. Hosted by Mike Mitchell, editor and host of BC Outdoors editor and BCOSF TV, the film offers a rich, immersive look at this enduring tradition.
