Southern Alberta Rivers

[Hookeye]

Hi. New to the forum. I fish the BC interior every year from ice off until things get too warm. This year I went to visit family in Lethbridge and checked out the Highwood and the Crowsnest and didn't fish them but I'm interested in them. I was fortunate to meet a few guys on the Highwood and they shared some patterns with me in exchange for a few of my lake flies. I also picked up the Trout Highway book and I'm now stoked! Is early July usually good timing for the area? Also what do I need to tie? PM me if you'd like to share and I'll trade you for some info on the lakes I fish. Thanks!