I have long been a fan of Randall Kaufmann’s patterns and tying techniques. His stonefly nymph is one of my favourites. A Kaufmann Stone is one of my go-to patterns when imitating larger stonefly nymphs for both trout and steelhead. Stonefly nymphs make excellent searching patterns as the larger species...
Islander Reels has just launched a new click and pawl Spey reel referred to as “the modern day Spey reel with some traditional attributes.” The Islander classic Spey reel spool rides on two oilite bushings on a stainless steel spindle; the drag is five-position adjustable and is effected by tensioning...
First published in BCO Sport Fishing, Jan/Feb 2015
Not everyone participates in or supports competitive fly-fishing. But no matter where you stand, gear, presentation techniques or flies; all have been influenced by competitions. Developments such as no-stretch lines, beadheads and Euro nymphing are just a few of the benefits that we,
New to the Williams line up for this season is the HQ lure. This lure is great for a multitude of species. Williams’ trademark genuine silver, 24-carat gold and deep copper bases work well with the new UV reactive multicolor painted finishes on Honeycomb base material. Available in nine colours...
Nothing beats the confidence of knowing that your filet knife is reliable. For $59.99 this one offers just that!
When it comes time to fillet a big fish there are a few things you don’t want. You don’t want to get halfway down the ribs of a big cod and have...
As fly fishers and tyers, we spend much of our effort attempting to match the hatch, using flies and presentation...
The Fraser River Panel met Tuesday, September 7, to receive an update on the migration of the Fraser Sockeye and...
In the opening statement of the Fishery Notice you'll find,
"As a result of the reduced Summer run abundance and
increase management adjustment factor First Nations
Food, Social and Ceremonial fisheries targeting Fraser
sockeye are being closed in an orderly fashion to
reduce the impacts on Summer run sockeye. Fishers...
The Fraser River Panel met Friday, September 17, to receive an update on the migration of the Fraser Sockeye and...
From Phil Rowley's Fly Tying Column
In recent years European nymphing techniques have become dominant across North America. Not only the method itself but also the unique patterns fly fishers tie and use such as Spanish style nymphs. Spanish nymphs are small, thin and hard bodied. Designed to succeed in...







