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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...

Backroads, Backpacks & Fly Rods

Kristy V. Webster·January 18, 2021

Many of British Columbia’s numerous lakes, rivers and streams are accessible by foot only, providing an opportunity to fish wild...

Ucluelet Early Season Fishing Report

Marilyn Murphy·May 5, 2015

Early season spring fishing produces some quality Chinook Salmon in the 10-25 pound range. So far the best Salmon fishing has been close to Ucluelet so not a big run to the fishing grounds. Fishing the outside edge of Barkley Sound, Great Bear and out as far as three miles offshore. The fish are hunkering right on the bottom, so the gear varies between 110-150 feet deep depending on bottom depth. Using Spoons with Flashers or Anchovies with Flashers. Fish are biting on the tides but morning has been by far best.

Life At The Lake

Michaela Ludwig·June 20, 2024

Camping out for the weekend on the shore of a lake is something everyone has to experience within their lifetime....

Fly-Tying: The Green Back Pheasant

Phil Rowley·January 8, 2014

When it comes to incorporating natural materials such as pheasant tail or peacock, many tyers shy away, critical of these natural materials’ ability to survive the rigours of a busy day of fishing. Many tyers today, myself included, rely on synthetic-based patterns coated with layers of superglue, nail polish, UV...

12th Annual Salmon Enhancement Derby

Camille Atebe·May 29, 2015

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The Winter Spey

Phil Rowley·August 18, 2022

Spey flies feature long, flowing hackles, slender lines and, on occasion, a beautiful, streamlined, bronze mallard wing. For the most...

Pieroway Element

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·July 11, 2013

Pieroway is a Canadian company based in Calgary, Alberta that has become Canada’s largest designer of fly rods. The Element uses a metallic copper blank with a medium/fast-action and the power to give you extra distance when required. High-density cork handles mate to nickel/silver reel seats with maple inserts. Line weights of...

Brecks Williams HQ Lure

Christine Ly·July 11, 2013

New to the Williams line up for this season is the HQ lure. This lure is great for a multitude of species. Williams’ trademark genuine silver, 24-carat gold and deep copper bases work well with the new UV reactive multicolor painted finishes on Honeycomb base material. Available in nine colours...