When John Kent managed Tunkwa Lake Resort, he enjoyed a lot of success fishing a lightly dressed Carey Special. Gil’s...
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The Chuck nymph, designer Chuck Furimsky’s wordplay on the Czech nymph, is a unique pattern utilizing leather Bugskin. Prior to...
Dr. John Matsen, of the Squamish Streamkeepers, has been instrumental in this initiative to bring back the herring.
Herring were spawning on the creosote-coated pilings in the Squamish Estuary, but the eggs were dying. Creosote is toxic to the herring eggs.
The group has discovered, by much experimentation that wrapping the pilings...
This fishery notice amends FN0900 to clarify the Harrison River boundary description. The full notice follows. Waters: Chilliwack/Vedder River (including...
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...
We as anglers are very fortunate to live and fish in British Columbia. We live in an angler’s paradise. Ancient rain forests and a vast coastline allow for clear flowing rivers, heavily populated with wild sea-running fish such as salmon and steelhead, Dolly...
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...
You need to clean your boat, and I’m going to help you learn how keep it clean the natural non-toxic way, without having to use cleaning agents that contain phosphates and other poisonous chemicals that are a danger to the ecosystem as they are rinsed off your boat into the...
The Fraser River Panel met Friday, September 10, to receive an update on the migration of the Fraser Sockeye and...
Most anglers on the west coast have heard of PEETZ legendary fishing reels. Known for their unique mahogany and brass finish, the company recently turned 90. To celebrate, the company decided to step-up its commitment to salmon conservation through the ‘Reel Change’ program.
The new program will...