May 2013
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Float Fishing for Steelhead Episode one of 2012's video diary features local Fraser Valley anglers Chris Gadsden and Nick Basok float fishing for steelhead. |
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Tidal Fraser Pink Salmon Episode three of 2011's video diary focuses on the how-tos of Tidal Fraser River pink salmon fishery, which takes place once every two years. |
Latest BC Fishing Reports
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Gulf Islands Bon Chovy Fishing Charters has been catching chinook salmon and lingcod around the Gulf Islands lately. Updated on May 4th, 2013 |
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Ucluelet Big Bear Salmon Charters reports excellent early season halibut and chinook salmon fishing! Updated on May 4th, 2013 |
Latest BC Fishing Deals, News & Events
Lower Mainland Trout Stocking Updates
Fraser Valley Trout Hatchery has restocked six lakes with catchable rainbow trout in the Lower Mainland on May 14th and 15th.
Posted on May 21st, 2013
Mystery Fish #15
Can you identify our mystery fish #15? Submit your answer for a chance to win ten Gibbs Croc spoons from Gibbs Delta Tackle!
Posted on May 14th, 2013
Vancouver Island Trout Stocking Updates
15 lakes on Vancouver Island have been stocked with more catchable rainbow trout between April 29th and May 2nd.
Posted on May 6th, 2013
Catch a Tagged Trout and Win $100!
Celebrating its 10th Anniversary, Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC is rewarding anglers to be part of its fish tagging research project!
Posted on May 3rd, 2013
Help Put a New Roof on the Seymour Hatchery
The Seymour River Hatchery needs to raise $100,000 to put a new roof and your donation is welcome.
Posted on May 2nd, 2013
Featured BC Fishing Articles & Videos
Lower Fraser River's Cutthroat Trout Fishery
April is the month when anadromous cutthroat trout fishing in the Lower Fraser River and its tributaries can be excellent.
Spring Kokanee
In this video feature, we attempt to catch kokanee by bait fishing with either a float or a bottom rig.
Gravlax
This traditional, delicious appetizer from Scandinavia is made from salmon being cured by salt, sugar and dill.
The SC Needle
This versatile fly pattern can be hot for salmon, trout, char and flatfish in both saltwater and freshwater fisheries.
Taking Your Own Hero Shots
What do you do when you wish to take a photo with your fish but you are by yourself? Here are some tips to make this task easier.
Chilliwack River Winter Steelhead Fishery
This popular winter fishery typically starts around late November or early December. Here is a brief overview of the fishery.
Latest BC Fishing Regulation Updates
Crabbing Gear Regulation Reminder
Fisheries and Oceans Canada has issued a reminder that some recreational crabbing gear are not legal.
Areas 28 and 29 Lingcod and Rockfish Opening
Georgia Strait, Burrard Inlet and Howe Sound lingcod and rockfish opening information for 2013 is now available.
Fraser River Chinook Management Measures
Please note that Fisheries and Oceans Canada has issued changes to chinook salmon regulations for waters in and near Victoria.
Eulachon Closure Reminder
Fisheries and Oceans Canada reminds anglers that eulachon fishing continues to be closed due to expected low return.
Reminder of Fraser River Salmon Fishing Closure
Fisheries and Oceans Canada reminds anglers that Fraser River is closed for salmon fishing from January 1st to July 15th 2013.
Featured BC Fishing Spots
Nanaimo River
Nanaimo River near Nanaimo on Vancouver Island offers fishing opportunities for salmon, steelhead, rainbow and cutthroat trout.
Squamish River
Beside salmon fishing in the fall, Squamish River offers a good catch and release fishery for steelhead, trout and char in the winter.
Garry Point Park
This urban fishing spot at the Fraser River mouth offers fishing opportunities for both fresh and saltwater species.
Tunkwa Lake
This family-oriented lake is not only an excellent fly fishing destination in spring and summer, but also a prime spot for ice fishing in the winter.
Green Timbers Lake
This urban lake in Surrey is the ideal location for parents who would like to introduce fishing to their children.