Beware of side channels & beavers

Thursday May 12
Policeman’s Flats to McKinnon Flats

The day was very slow, windy, and long. The water clarity was poor up to Highwood, and non-existent afterwards.

We had only one fish, a 16-inch rainbow caught on a nymph. Still enjoyed the float though, and very much appreciated the shuttle (there were three guys stranded at Mac because their shuttle service did not move their car. Ouch!).

We took a side channel below Highwood, but got in trouble because of a beaver dam. I would certainly not recommend it to other floaters (we were okay because my boat is light and easily portable).

There was a flock of Franklin Gulls feeding on midges and BWOs, and that was something to see.

THANKS TO MARTIN L. FOR THIS EMAIL REPORT.

Photo: Bow River Shuttles