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Fly-Tying: The Kaufmann Stone

Phil Rowley·January 8, 2014

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...

Fly-Tying: Foam Minnow

Phil Rowley·September 16, 2014

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Copper spoons with a bright red stripe seem to attract the most fish. The copper has just enough flash to attract fish in.

Spoon Fishing For Rainbow Trout

Ben Fougere·September 27, 2022

If you have never thrown spoons for rainbow trout, you should! Spoon fishing for rainbow trout is a fun way...

Proudly handmade in BC, Mobynets will stand the test of time.

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Lowell Strauss·March 22, 2022

What’s the first thing you think of when you see “Made in Canada” on a label? In my mind, it’s...

Get a Sneak Peek of the Feature From the 2014 May Issue

Phil Rowley·February 17, 2014

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...

Ryobi Ixorne Baitcaster

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·September 6, 2013

The Ixorne is a metal baitcaster sporting a dual braking system that can be adjusted on the fly for fine control over the line while casting. High-grade anti-corrosive stainless steel ball bearings keep everything running smoothly while under pressure. The gear ratio is 6.0:1 for a respectable rate of retrieve. MSRP...

Via Todd Moen, The Associated Press Files, Vancouver Sun

Private Hydro Plants Fall Short on Monitoring

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·June 17, 2013

By Larry Pynn, Vancouver Sun June 17, 2013Photograph by: Todd Moen, The Associated Press Files , Vancouver SunMany private run-of-river hydro project authorizations require monitoring reports pertaining to water quality and fisheries, but a new report shows a large degree of non-compliance.Private run-of-river hydro facilities are failing to meet both...