From SE British Columbia and have been flyfishing since I was 12 years old. I learned the most from my high school basketball coach who was also an avid steelheader - I haven’t looked back. The sport evolved over the years and I eventually began rowing rafts and drift boats 14 years ago. Eventually that led to guiding for Ultimate West Flyfishing on the St Mary River(Kimberley,B.C) where I developed my rowing skills in technical water and for the last 12 seasons I’ve been on the Bow River in Calgary, AB. I enjoy helping people experience the sport of flyfishing and sharing memories with amazing people from all around the world.
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5.0
Based on 10 reviews
Robert Lee
June 2025
I had a great day out on the Bow with Dan as our guide. Despite it being a slower day for fish, Dan knew where to find them! We got some nice browns and rainbows to the boat. Very knowledgeable guide and very friendly for beginners to experts!
Read moreRobert M.
June 2025
HOOKED!!! First time EVER fly fishing. All we expected was to learn some basics of fly fishing and wet a line. The trip turned into a great day of fishing with Dan Coledi. Dan picked my wife and I up at our hotel and within minutes of meeting him, we knew we were in for a special day. He spent a few minutes on shore showing the basics of casting and explaining the game plan for the day. Dan was clear, thorough and very patient in his teaching process. Dan’s gear was all top notch and well taken care of. Time to fish! The river conditions were not ideal but that was explained to us before the trip. It didn’t take long and I had my first ever fish on fly, a 23” Brown Trout. Next fish, a stud 25” Brown, are you kidding me. Trip of lifetime! We enjoyed a nice shore lunch and spent the rest of the day just taking it all in. The scenery, the company and of course, the fishing. Dan made us feel like we were fishing with an old friend. Dave Brown Outfitters is top shelf. The booking process is fast and easy. They even set up our hotel accommodations. We’ll be back 100%. Thank you Dan Coledi & Dave Brown Outfitters.
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December 2024
Best guy around. Worth every penny (if not more). Very kind, knowledgeable and for sure friendly! Great human with awesome energy and fishing knowledge!
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November 2024
VerifiedAbsolutely incredible time! Guides Dan and Jack were amazing. I fished with Dan myself and as a trout guide myself in SW Montana I couldn’t be more impressed. Had a great day and caught lots of very nice fish. Will definitely be back to fish the Bow river and wouldn’t want to do it with anyone besides those two!
Read morePaxton S.
October 2024
Excellent trip, got into some fish quick and was steady action all day, definitely recommend Dan to take you out, he will set you up on fish.will be coming back!
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September 2024
Incredible day with Dan on the river! His love of the river, the fish, and sharing with others really shows. Thanks for showing us a slice of paradise, we are hooked for life.
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