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Fortress Lake Stillwater School

An Exclusive Fly Fishing Experience with Phil Rowley

Monday, September 1, 2025 – Friday, September 5, 2025

Join world-renowned stillwater fly fishing expert Phil Rowley at Fortress Lake Wilderness Retreat, an Orvis Endorsed Lodge nestled in the breathtaking Rocky Mountains of British Columbia. Accessible only by helicopter, this remote wilderness offers pristine waters and a chance to fish for trophy-sized brook trout—descendants of the legendary Lake Superior “Coaster” strain. Limited to 12 students, this immersive school combines on-the-water instruction, daily seminars, and expert-guided fishing in one of the most stunning fly fishing destinations on Earth.

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What's Included?

Your all-inclusive experience ($6,000 USD per person, double occupancy) features:

Transportation from Calgary to the heliport
🚁 Spectacular helicopter flight into Fortress Lake Wilderness Retreat (flight time @ 30 minutes)
🏡 5 nights accommodation (double occupancy)
🍽️ All meals & beverages (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
🎣 4.5 days of guided fly fishing (one guide per two anglers)

🌊 Scheduled on the water time with Phil, a minimum one half day
🎓 Daily seminars & demonstrations
🚤 Use of lodge boats (electric motors, batteries, oars, anchors, safety kits, life jackets)​

Not Included: BC Freshwater Fishing License & travel to Calgary

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Fortress Lake Fly Fishing Retreat, BC

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