Rockfish Descenders
While jigging for salmon with my daughter last year, we ...
Springtime is Herring Season
The herring is a very underrated fish on our coast. ...
DIY Downrigger Repairs
Nothing can prematurely end a salmon trip faster than a ...
The State of the Nanaimo River Hatchery September 2020
The Nanaimo River Hatchery is one of British Columbia’s many ...
West Coast Clamming—Can You Dig It?
When, where, and how to clam on the West Coast of British Columbia.
How To Jig For Salmon in BC
Summer has arrived, and with it salmon jigging season. As summer progresses, the salmon move into shallower water closer to shore. This means that you can leave the downriggers at home and get jigging.
Harbour Chandler Custom Jigging Combo
This is a very light, but very strong med-heavy rod, paired with a small but powerful Okuma Ceymar reel.
Fishing With Toddlers
After many challenging fishing trips, I have developed a comprehensive numerical system my checklist to help make these trips more enjoyable for all.
Choosing the Right Fishing Line
There was a time in my fishing career that I paid little attention to the less glamorous aspects of my fishing gear. I’d spend thousands on the boat and electronics and hundreds on rods, reels, spoons and plugs, and yet I would neglect the little things like swivels, hooks and, most importantly, line.
Red vs White Spring Salmon
Commonly 5% to 30% of any particular run of Chinook will be whites. Traditionally, many fishermen thought that the colour of a salmon was due to its diet. However...
