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Fly-Tying: Blind-Eye Charlie

Phil Rowley·May 8, 2015

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...

Fly-Tying: Gomphus

Phil Rowley·January 8, 2014

by Phil Rowley From his Fly Tying Column One of the best dragon nymph imitations is Jim Crawford’s Gomphus. Although technically not a Gomphus imitation, Gomphus or Gomphidae are most commonly found living in slow moving sections of rivers and streams, and there is no disputing this pattern’s success. The spun and...

Berkley ProSpec Monofilament

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·May 2, 2012

"Basically, it's Berkley Big Game Mono on steroids." ProSpec is a premium co-polymer monofilament developed specifically for the serious saltwater angler.

Beaten By Mother Nature

Cleston Lee·March 9, 2021

We still haven’t fully processed the adventure. I can see us back in the tent now, listening in disbelief as...

Okanagan Lake Fishery Signage Program

Mat Hanson·January 8, 2015

We are proud to announce that Phase One of our Okanagan Lake Fishery Signage Project was completed in March with the installation of fishery based signage at the five major boat launches in Kelowna, namely Sutherland Park, Water St, Queensway, Cook Rd (at the Eldorado Hotel) and Cedar Creek Park.

Fly-Tying: Pliva Perdigon

Phil Rowley·January 8, 2014

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...

The Hero Shot

Trevor Shpeley·February 4, 2014

We have all done it. If you have a fishing rod and a camera you have probably at some point hoisted a fish high and proud for a picture before releasing it back into the water. It's just a natural thing to do, you want to show your family and...

Scientific Anglers Sharkskin

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·July 11, 2013

The microtextured surface of the Sharkskin line traps air to provide superior shootability and floatation while vastly reducing friction. This line sits higher on the water than conventional lines offering less drag, easier mending and pick-up. $100* SEE YOUR LOCAL RETAILER FOR CURRENT CANADIAN PRICING As seen in BC Outdoors Sport Fishing magazine May...

Jack’s Legacy Lives On

Tom Davis·March 2, 2020

History Sooke is a small community located about 40 minutes west of Victoria along Highway 14. The town and surrounding...

Cortland Trout Boss

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·July 11, 2013

Cortland’s Trout Boss uses a new jacket material utilizing heat dissipation technology, which ensures minimal friction during false casting, which improves line speed and distance. An extended 65-foot head ensures great roll casting as well as good control at distance from this line. $75* SEE YOUR LOCAL RETAILER FOR CURRENT...

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