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‘Reel Change’ for Salmon in British Columbia

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·January 8, 2014

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...

The 2021-23 Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis

Freshwater Fisheries Society of B.C.·March 29, 2021

The 2021-23 Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis is now available online. These regulations are in effect from April 1, 2021 through...

RECREATIONAL – Salmon – Chinook – Region 6 – Nass River – Closure – July 15, 2020

Fisheries and Oceans Canada·July 15, 2020

Effective immediately until further notice, recreational fishing for Chinook salmon will be closed in the Nass River watershed. Escapements of...

FN0702-Salmon – 2020/21 Integrated Fisheries Management Plans for Northern and Southern BC

Fisheries and Oceans Canada·July 21, 2020

The BC Salmon Integrated Fisheries Management Plans (IFMPs) for 2020/2021 have been released. These plans (one for coastal and interior...

It Is What It Is!

BCO Contributing Author·January 8, 2014

From the May/June Backcast, by Dave Steele Every once in a while some one makes the comment, “It must be wonderful to focus on the humorous aspects of outdoor adventure.” In reality, recognizing the humour is easy, determining that which is worthy of print, in reasonably good taste and inside the...

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.

It’s This Weekend, Are You Going? 11th Annual Riverside River Daze

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·October 23, 2013

October 25-27, 2013 is Riverside Fly and Tackle's 11th annual Riverside River Daze event. As part of the event there are two sturgeon derbies. The first is on Friday October 25, with the Jeff O'Neill show. You have to listen to the Fox radio station and earn your spot in this...

FN0900-RECREATIONAL – Salmon – Region 2 – Fraser Tributaries – Pink Salmon Opportunities – Effective Immediately – Amendment to FN0900

Fisheries and Oceans Canada·September 8, 2021

This fishery notice amends FN0900 to clarify the Harrison River boundary description. The full notice follows. Waters: Chilliwack/Vedder River (including...

Preview of our Jan/Feb Feature “Destination: Atlin”

Bryce Bekar·January 8, 2014

by Bryce BekarAtlin, BC’s most northern community, sits alongside Atlin Lake. Lake trout in excess of 40 pounds can be caught here and catching four to five fish an hour is not unheard of. In fact, the lake is said to contain one of the most abundant lake trout populations...

Is fishing for sockeye salmon in the Fraser River system, as it is currently practiced, sport fishing? Or is it simple harvesting and, if so, should that be allowed to continue or should more sporting methods be employed?

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·June 28, 2013

Gerry KristiansonWant to know more about Gerry Kristianson? Read our Bio page, click here. Of course sockeye fishing as currently practiced in the Fraser system is sport fishing. Federal government regulations define sport fishing as “fishing for recreational purposes” with anglers prohibited from commercializing their catch by sale, trade or barter.

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