Jim and Lynda McLennan
Welcome to our website!
Here you will get a glimpse into our world of
fly fishing, writing, music and photography.
Stay in touch.
Jim and Lynda
A Note For These Times
In the circumstances of Covid-19 we'll endeavour to hold as many of our fly-fishing schools as possible. As of this writing (March 27) we expect to be able to proceed with our outdoor schools as scheduled. Our schools with an indoor (classroom) component may need some adjusting, depending on what transpires. Should you wish to register in one of our schools, we encourage to please do so, knowing that we'll keep you "in the loop" and will stay in contact with you. Should a re-scheduling be required we'll be happy to offer a spot in the new date, a credit to apply to subsequent events, or a refund.
Stay safe, everyone.
What's Happening!
What's Happening!
On this page we will give you a quick glance at events that are coming up soon,
in all areas of our world.
You will find performance dates, school dates, and changes, last-minute opportunities and other information.
Check back often so you
don't miss anything.
2020 Fly Fishing Schools
2020 Fly Fishing Schools
McLennan fly fishing schools are held at a number of different locations
in Southern Alberta, Canada.
(Unless we are invited to teach at a fishing lodge or
distant location we dream of going to. :) )
We can also provide corporate schools, and schools for private groups.
Let us know if we can help in planning your group activity.
Gift certificates are available for a school or a specific amount
to put towards the school of choice.
What would you like to learn in 2020?
We have added some dates. Have a look.
Send us a note or call and we can arrange a perfect day for you.
403-558-2128 or [email protected]
New Event: Living and Writing the Outdoor Life
A weekend outdoor writing workshop Aug. 21 - 23, 2020.
Held at York Creek B & B, Crowsnest Pass, Alberta
Taught by Jim McLennan, this is an opportunity for new and aspiring writers to spend a full weekend learning, talking, and writing. Follow this link for more information:
New Event: Living and Writing the Outdoor Life
A weekend outdoor writing workshop Aug. 21 - 23, 2020.
Held at York Creek B & B, Crowsnest Pass, Alberta
Taught by Jim McLennan, this is an opportunity for new and aspiring writers to spend a full weekend learning, talking, and writing. Follow this link for more information:
Fly Fishing Western Trout Streams now available as e-book
Fly Fishing Western Trout Streams now available as e-book
Jim's book dealing with the types of fish, rivers, hatches and methods that are essential for fly fishing the rivers and streams of western North America in both the U.S. and Canada. It deals with freestone streams, tailwaters and spring creeks. There are hatch charts, fly photographs and discussions of essential tackle.
The print version has been unavailable for some time, but you can now get an electronic version. Visit your favourite source of e-books to get your copy.
For more information, send Jim an email.
Jim's latest Magazine Articles
Alberta Fishing Guide 2020
Feature Article:
Things You Should Do...But Probably Don't
Cover Photo by Lynda McLennan
Fly Fusion Magazine: Volume 17 Issue II
Water Marks Column: "Why Do We Do It?"
Looking for the Ultimate
Still Water Fly Fishing Boat?
Looking for the Ultimate
Still Water Fly Fishing Boat?
Our friend Joe Cunningham has designed the
best one-man fly-fishing boat for still water.
The Cunningham Chironomid is a trimaran boat, built around a canoe hull. Because of this It has the light weight and ease of movement through the water of a canoe, but with stability that allows the angler to stand while fishing. It is propelled by oars, rather than a
paddle and has the other things lake fly fishers
need, like a rod rack and double anchors. The boat is easily loaded on a roof-rack by one person.
If you fish lakes, you need to see this boat.
Click here to visit the
Cunningham Boats website.
Fly Fusion TV
Fly Fusion TV
Jim is co-host of the popular TV series, Fly Fusion TV, broadcast on the
World Fishing Network. He and co-host Derek Bird fish some beautiful destinations throughout the northwest, but with Jim and Derek, there's
always more to the story than just the fishing.
Stunningly shot in 4K, the series is a visual feast.
Tune in and find out why people
think this is one of the best fly-fishing shows on TV.
Visit worldfishingnetwork.com for a broadcast schedule, or to subscribe.
To find out more about the series, visit flyfusionmag.com