Meet Fishe Ambassador Katie Dowe
Avid fly fisherwoman Katie Dowe is the Canadian angler on the Fishe ambassador team, known for envy-sparking photos of massive steelhead, salmon, and trout.
She has even been known to wet-wade in Fishe leggings and a tank top—enough to make a few Alaskans wonder whether fishing and freezing really have to go hand in hand.
Katie’s fishing prowess and hunger to get after it on the river inspire the Fishe team. We’ll let Katie take it away from here.
How did you first get into outdoor recreation? Into fishing?
Katie:
“I went through a really bad relationship/breakup. After doing a year of therapy my best friend took me out on her boat fishing for salmon (which I wanted to do for years but controlling partner) so finally I went and caught my first salmon….
Literally hooked since then.”
My craziest fishing story entailed…
Katie:
“Probably my first steelhead! It kept diving under these rocks and the tippet was rubbing and we thought it was going to snap off!
Finally my friend tries to land it and he almost falls in! Very narrow river bank!
Finally I land this beautiful buck…best fly fishing moment.”
What is your favorite part working with Fishe through the ambassador program?
Katie:
“Getting to follow all my fellow anglers! Bonding over something we all have a huge passion for. I enjoy making content as well for a company that supports who I am.”
Something you may not know about me…
Katie:
“I’ve lived on both coasts of Canada.”
Other than fishing, how do you like to spend your free time?
- With my family
- With my dogs
- Being creative
Fly fishing has brought me…
Katie:
“Peace… it showed me that no matter what, just keep trying!”
What about the greater fly fishing community do you hope stays the same and what do you hope changes?
Katie:
“I hope for where I live that better fishing regulations come into play and more enforcement on certain systems.”
What Katie’s story leaves with us
Katie’s path to fishing began with a friend, a boat, and a first salmon. It grew into steelhead stories, creative work, community, and a lesson she returns to on the river: no matter what, just keep trying.
Follow Katie’s fishing adventures on Instagram at @_misskatiedee_.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Katie Dowe?
Katie Dowe is a Canadian fly fisherwoman and member of the Fishe ambassador team who fishes for steelhead, salmon, and trout.
How did Katie Dowe start fishing?
After a difficult relationship and a year of therapy, Katie’s best friend took her salmon fishing. She caught her first salmon and says she was “literally hooked.”
What does fly fishing mean to Katie?
Katie says fly fishing has brought her peace and taught her to keep trying, no matter what.
What does Katie enjoy beyond fishing?
She enjoys spending time with her family and dogs and being creative.
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