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Discover Alberta’s Blue Ribbon Rivers

Phil Rowley·January 8, 2013

By Phil Rowley When I first learned to fly fish, as with other fly fishers, I dreamt of one day casting to rising trout while standing knee deep in one of North America’s blue ribbon trout streams. Rivers such as the Madison, Henry’s Fork, Missouri and the Green filled my imagination.

A Lifelong Passion

Michaela Ludwig·September 11, 2023

I’m a bit unsure of where the summer went. If you had told me several months ago that I didn’t...

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...

Baiting the hook. Photo by Lisa O’Meara.

The Rainbow Bite Is On

Raeanne O’Meara·June 30, 2020

Growing up on the shores of Francois Lake, I spent many hours in an old 12-foot Lund trolling back and...

After The Trip

Raeanne O’Meara·April 15, 2025

There’s a lot of excitement and anticipation in the air as you prepare for a trip to the ocean. Be...

Sockeye Update for the Fraser River – August 7

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·August 7, 2013

There is a new Fisheries Notice posted dated August 7, 2013 For the full Fishery Notice click here. Passing Mission, the sockeye escapement remains consistent with the projections. Another update should be posted after August 9. Be sure to check back for the link to maintain accurate up-to-date notices.

BC’s Unknown Sports Fish

Brian Harris·September 6, 2022

Anglers in BC have a wide selection of freshwater game fish to pursue – some that are widespread and well...

Easy To Access Ice Fishing In The Lakes District

Michaela Ludwig·March 5, 2024

Having spent my entire life living in the Lakes District region of northern British Columbia, I have spent a significant...

A Good Attitude

Raeanne O’Meara·March 30, 2022

I’m going to be flat out honest with you – when it comes to ice fishing, my attitude can be,...

ECHO Carbon

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·July 11, 2013

“Not too stiff, not too soft, just right” are words rod designer Tim Rajeff chose to describe the affordable Carbon series from Echo. Matte brown blanks, cut-away aluminum reel seats and single-foot snake guides make a very nice looking rod at a very reasonable price. With line weights #2 to...

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