Large trout should always be fought off the reel in combination with the fly rod by applying smooth even pressure on the fish. This is accomplished by lightly palming the fly reel to control slack or backlash and smoothly lowering the rod tip when a fish makes a long hard run. When the fish stops running and is willing to give some ground lift the rod up and wind in on the reel to gain line back. This technique will allow the angler to tire the fish quickly and efficiently to the landing net with out harming it. This type of finesse and smoothness is only achieved through the familiarity of owning your own equipment. These are all critical reasons for owning your own equipment and wading gear versus renting or borrowing these items for guided trips.
For the North and South Ram Rivers, four or five weight outfits with a fast action are suggested because these two watersheds are fast flowing and the fish hold tight to log cover and stream banks. This sets up a very narrow band of slow water right up next to cover so casting accuracy and line control are essential for drag free floats. These types of rods will allow crisp casts that will ensure accuracy and better line control.
The rates for the Heli-Raft fly-fishing trips into the middle South Ram for the 2006-2007 seasons are tentatively being set at $625.00(CDN) plus (6% GST) per person with three anglers per trip. If only two anglers go per trip, the rate goes up to $900.00 (CDN) plus (6% GST) per person because of the situation with the helicopter rates. The costs shown include all associated costs for the trip including helicopter fee, guiding fee, brunch and beverages.
Or, $200, if you're with the JBFC 2007!
http://www.streamweaverflies.com/ramriver.htm
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