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Why Chironomids?

Trevor Shpeley·May 10, 2013

“So what is that tattoo on your arm anyway?” A lot of my conversations start that way with people who haven't seen it before and where it goes from there really depends on who I am talking to. If it's someone who doesn't know me well but understands fly-fishing, I will...

Sex, Flys and First-aid Tape

Trevor Shpeley·June 12, 2013

Sex, Flys and First-Aid Tape While fishing a lake, when it comes to entertainment out on the water most people rely on the fish or the act of fishing itself, practicing flawless casting while observing your surroundings so you can pick out the perfect fly or just enjoying the day and...

Washing the blood out of a cape or hide, particularly a white one, in cold water with a bio-safe soap will ensure its original lustre and shine. Photo by Nick Trehearne.

Trophies – Memories For A Lifetime

Mark Hoffman·May 11, 2022

As a hunter, have you ever pondered the philosophical question, “Am I a meat hunter or a trophy hunter?” I...

Teaching Old Dogs New Tricks

BC Outdoors Magazine Team·December 2, 2013

Hunting is as natural as breathing to me. I grew up in a hunting family and have always been around all aspects of hunting, shooting and fishing. I know I am fortunate because but that upbringing is not true for all. Hunting and the possession and use of firearms is a...

Bear Grease Lip Balm

Michaela Ludwig·February 20, 2023

One of the joys of harvesting a black bear, aside from the plentiful meat that gets put into the freezer,...

Did Your Bullet Fail or Do You Not Know Your Bullet?

Trevor Shpeley·August 13, 2013

Throughout my travels and conversations with other hunters, it has become inevitable that the topic of conversation always turns to bullet performance and failures. Honestly, many hunters do not completely understand bullet design and their intended performance.Several years ago I shared a hunting camp with a hunter who was very...

Frenched Venison Rack with Mushroom Risotto and Sautéed Fiddleheads

Tammy Wood·December 6, 2017

Venison has to be one of the most versatile meats to prepare. There are many methods we can use including roasting, pan frying, barbeque, sautéing , stews, soups and creating many different stir fry options. Recently I have been using a technique new to me called sous-vide. It is an...

How To Pre-Scout An Area For Shed Hunting

Raeanne O’Meara·March 23, 2021

Is this your first spring shed hunting? If so, you may be wondering how to get started. It seems easy...

Wildlife Allocations: Privatizing a Public Resource

Jesse Zeman·January 8, 2015

British Columbia’s resident hunters are in the fight of their lives. December 2014 saw the BC government award guide-outfitters a share of wildlife that is unprecedented across North America, given resident hunter demand. While most jurisdictions give 5-10% of hunting opportunities to non-residents, BC now gives non-resident hunters, or more importantly guide-outfitters who have exclusive rights to guide non-residents,

For The Love Of Bird Hunting

Michaela Ludwig·October 18, 2023

My initial love of hunting stems from a connection to small-game hunting. Thanks to my dad, grouse hunting was my...

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