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Curing Roe

Garry Elgear·September 6, 2013

I’ve run my shop for over 10 years and have been here since I was fifteen. My physical reflection is now of a man with hair the color of salt and pepper; some call it distinction; some call it the sign of wisdom. I don’t know about either of those...

5th Annual BC Outdoors Show Returns March 13-15, 2026

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·February 24, 2026

The 5th Annual BC Outdoors Show returns to Chilliwack Heritage Park, bringing together outdoor enthusiasts from across the province for...

How to skin and fillet a burbot. Credit: Raeanne O’Meara.

How To Skin & Fillet A Burbot

Raeanne O’Meara·February 17, 2022

Every winter, I look forward to catching my very favourite freshwater delicacy – burbot! When I first started catching burbot,...

Fly Fishing in the Summer Heat

BCO Contributing Author·January 8, 2013

By Tom Johannesen I’ll be the first to acknowledge the fact that we have lots to do over the summer months and finding time to go fishing is, many times, not a top priority. If a little time can be freed up between working around the house and holidays, lake fishing...

Power as Smooth as Butter

Aaron Goodis·October 17, 2013

As fly-fishers we all know how important fly-casting is to our sport. Yes its true, we will catch fish regardless of casting skill. But lets face it, to achieve great catching success we need a good cast. No, wait! We need a great cast! I am fortunate to make a large...

Confessions Of A Gear Junkie

Gillian Steele·October 7, 2022

My introduction to angling began young, following in the footsteps of my father, who laid the foundation of a lifelong...

Campfire Cooking For Ice Fishing

Michaela Ludwig·January 13, 2023

If you are planning to head out ice fishing for the day, a person wants to have a healthy supply...

Why Barbless Hooks Matter For Fish In British Columbia

Michaela Ludwig·July 30, 2025

British Columbia is home to some of the most diverse and pristine freshwater and saltwater ecosystems in Canada, drawing anglers...

iPhoneography: Shoot, Edit and Share

Aaron Goodis·September 11, 2013

I personally take lots of pictures with my iPhone, it's just so darn accessible! Having a camera attached to your phone sure doesn't leave room for excuses in the not-photo-taking department. I mean, why not snap it? Get at it! Grab that pic and share the pixels out of it!

Favourite Fish Appetizers

Linda Gabris·January 8, 2018

Mini Crispy Fish Bowls 24 wonton wrappers Vegetable oil for brushing 1 cup flaked leftover cooked fish (any kind of red or white fleshed fish works great) 1/4 cup skinless, boneless minced smoked fish (salmon, trout, other) 3/4 cup softened cream cheese 2 tablespoons heavy cream 1 egg 1 teaspoon fresh minced dill 1 teaspoon Tabasco 3 minced green...

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