Events & Registration
We’d love to welcome you
Whether you're new to fly fishing or have spent years on the water, every Drift Forward event is designed to be welcoming and friendly to all levels.
Our events bring together first responders from across Calgary and the Bow Valley to spend time outdoors, learn new skills, and build supportive relationships with others who understand the unique realities of emergency service.
No experience is necessary, and our guided events provide all the equipment you will need. (Note: If you wish to join our community fishing days you will need your own equipment).
2026 Events
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Intro to Fly Fishing
5:30pm July 8th - Canmore
Join us for a beginner’s clinic with Oz from River People Guides. We will go over equipment, knots and casting, with some time at the end to practice on the water. No experience or equipment required.
Cost: $100 per person
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Community Fishing Day
August 9th - Old camp on Hwy 1A, Canmore
Join us at 12:30pm for an afternoon in the mountains fishing the Bow river with fellow first responders, with an open invitation to grab a drink in Canmore afterwards. No equipment will be provided on these days.
Cost: Free
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Community Fishing Day
August 19th - Boom Lake
Join us at Boom Lake Day Use Area at 10am for a day targeting some alpine lake cutthroat. The focus will be less on instruction and more on spending time outdoors as a community. No equipment will be provided on these days.
Cost: Free
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Fall Fishing Workshop
1pm September 2nd - Canmore
Join us for an afternoon on the Bow in Canmore with local guide Alex Tucciarone. Alex will guide the group through a range of fall fishing techniques including dry fly fishing, streamers, and nymphing, while sharing practical tips to help you approach the river with more confidence.
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Intro to Fly Fishing
5:30pm September 4th - Bragg Creek
Join us for a beginner’s clinic with Oz from River People Guides. We will go over equipment, knots and casting, with some time at the end to practice on the water. No experience or equipment required.
Cost $100 per person
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Community Fishing Day
September 27th - Taylor Lake
Join us at the Tayor Lake Trailhead at 10am for another alpine lake day. The focus will be less on instruction and more on spending time outdoors as a community. No equipment will be provided on these days.
Cost: Free
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Monthly Fly Tying Nights
November 2026 - March 2027
We plan to host fly tying nights to keep our community connected throughout the winter months. Whether you've tied flies before or if it’s your first time, these evenings provide an opportunity to develop new skills and stay connected with fellow first responders. Stay tuned for more info!
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