Every winter, I look forward to catching my very favourite freshwater delicacy – burbot! When I first started catching burbot,...
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What are the rules and regulations regarding navigation in, around and through natural and man-made harbours?
Here is an interpretation of the definitions of those regulations.
“Act”, Canada Marine Act (1998, c.10): A formal decision, law, or the like, by a legislature, ruler, court, or other authority; decree, edict; statute; judgment, resolve...
When trout are fixated on chironomids, trying to replicate or match the emerging pupa through pattern choice and presentation technique is the standard course of action. But what happens when this “match the hatch” mantra isn’t working? Many fly fishers, myself included, try smaller imitative patterns, shuffle through colour...
Effective immediately until further notice, recreational fishing for Chinook salmon will be closed in the Nass River watershed. Escapements of...
by Phil Rowley. Originally published in the 2014 May issue of BC Outdoors magazine.It is probably safe to say that when targeting trout with chironomid larva or pupa patterns most stillwater fly-fishers focus their effort in shallow water less than 15-feet deep. For many, a floating line, leader and a...
Keeping our Staff and Visitors Safe To minimize the risk to our guests and staff, and to help reduce the...
One of the most fascinating things about being an outdoorswoman is the pursuit of new skills. They can be seemingly...
Holding 240 yards of 40-pound Samurai braid
and with a 22-pound drag max, the new Lexa 300-sized reels are built for strong lines and big fish. Seven bearings keep the line moving smoothly while Magforce cast control keeps the line around the spool instead of in a tangle in front of...
Background Bait holders have been part of the salmon trolling scene in BC for six decades. Since 1954 when the...
During BC’s Family Fishing Weekend free fishing events for anglers and families are held around the province. This is your opportunity to enjoy the...