The Kalamalka Flyfishers Society is a non-profit, member funded society and proud member of the British Columbia Federation of Fly Fishers (BCFFF) and the B.C. Conservation – To conserve, protect and restore fish habitats in the North Okanagan and surrounding areas. Our biggest and ongoing project is the enhancement of Kokanee Salmon spawning beds in the Coldstream Creek near Vernon. Education – T
o provide education and/or self-help opportunities for those wishing to learn any or all aspects of fly fishing and to help them develop their skills as fly fishers. Each year we run a “Basic Fly Tying Course” and an “Introduction to Fly Fishing Course” which are open to the public. On occasion, we teach basic fly tying techniques at the local schools, Girl Guides and Scouts. Kids are the future for the continuing successful sports fishing in British Columbia and new members of the Kalamalka Flyfishers Society. Each year, with the help of the Sicamous Fly Club, we host a Learn to Fish day at the Kingfisher Interpretive Centre. For members, we have regular fly tying nights and some more advanced fly tying techniques nights. Fly casting clinics for both single handed and two handed (spey) are very popular amongst the members. Participation – To promote the participation in the sport of fly fishing and other types of sport fishing in the North Okanagan and surrounding areas. Every year since 2001, usually the first weekend in May, the Kalamalka Flyfishers Society has hosted the Polson Park Pond Free Kids Fishing Weekend. With the help of the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC who generously provide about 1,000 catchable Rainbow Trout, kids up to the age of 14 have an opportunity to go fishing and actually catch fish. We provide all the fishing gear, rods, reels, hooks, bait and bobbers, including some sage advice on how to catch a trout. If they prefer, they can use their own fishing gear. The kids love this event almost as much as the members.
