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Cooper Tires

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·July 11, 2013

After I ran a set of Mickey Thompson tires right past the tread bars, Cooper tires graciously sent me a set of their new Discoverer A/T3’s to try. I have no hesitation in saying that so far I am indeed impressed. The new A/T3’s feature a progressive 5-rib tread design...

Mission Harbour to Get Upgrades

Camille Atebe·September 1, 2014

As part of the Federal Government's investment in Small Craft Harbours, Mission will be receiving funds to fix leaks in the flotation chambers.

Illustration by Keith Milne and Gord Coulthart.

Washout at Bully Bridge

Steve Hunter·August 18, 2022

Jack Jenkins swigged the last of his coffee, put down his outdoor magazine (I won’t say which one) and patted...

Fly-Fishing 101: Leaders Made Easy

Danie Erasmus·October 22, 2020

Leader setups for fly-fishing streams can be confusing to new fly anglers. Avoid any confusion and take a simplified approach...

The Crystal Scud

Phil Rowley·June 8, 2021

Wes Penny is fascinated by the variety of prey stillwater trout feed upon, especially scuds. Blended with his fascination with...

Islander IR

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·July 11, 2013

Islander reels have been a favorite of BC fishermen for many years now. There is no mistaking the scream of the Islander IR’s clicker-pawl drag when a big fish takes off, a sound that is music to the ears of many fly-fishermen. The IR or Islander Ratchet has five pre-set...