February 2012
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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. |
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Kootenay Cutthroats Episode two of 2011's video diary features our annual trip to the Kootenay region in 2010. |
Latest Fishing Reports
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Lower Mainland Last week's snow storms and this week's sudden warming have made fishing more difficult, but steelhead fishing is still good most river systems. |
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Fraser Valley Vic Carrao reports good winter Fraser River steelhead fishing, Harrison River cutthroat trout fishing and Chilliwack River steelhead fishing. |
Latest BC Fishing Deals, News & Events
Island 22 Vehicle Traffic Closure
Due to park improvements, Island 22 is closed to vehicle traffic on weekdays between February 1st and 17th.
Stave River Adult Steelhead Creel Information
BC Conservation Foundation is seeking information from volunteer anglers on this winter's Stave River hatchery steelhead.
Bent Rods Jig Pack Special Offer
Bent Rods Guiding and Fishing Company is now offering 20 packs of custom tied steelhead jigs in a top quality jig box for $65.00.
Winter Chinook Salmon Fishing Charters
Bon Chovy Fishing Charters is offering five-hour winter chinook salmon fishing charters for $409/four people!
Coquitlam River Cleanup
Riverside Fly and Tackle will be hosting its annual Coquitlam River Cleanup on Sunday February 5th.
Featured BC Fishing Articles & Videos
Chilliwack Steelhead Broodstock Capturing
Each year, volunteer anglers capture wild winter steelhead for Chilliwack River's hatchery steelhead program between January and April.
Winter Fishing in the Fraser River
What fishing opportunities are available in the Fraser River right now? One reader asks after discovering the joy of fishing last August.
Double Trout Fail
A tight little run is possibly packed with trout. Hooking them is not an issue, but landing them can be a challenge.
Chilliwack River Winter Steelhead
Between December and April, Lower Mainland anglers have the privilege to enjoy a productive winter steelhead fishery in Chilliwack.
Tidal Fraser River Light Spincasting
Coastal cutthroat trout, bull trout and northern pikeminnow can be targeted by light spincasting in the Tidal Fraser River of British Columbia.
Latest BC Fishing Events & Regulation Updates
Cowichan River coho salmon retention
Fisheries and Oceans Canada has issued an opening for coho salmon retention for Cowichan River.
Alouette River chum salmon retention
Fisheries and Oceans Canada has issued a chum salmon retention opening for Alouette River.
Little Qualicum River chum salmon retention
Retention of chum salmon has been opened for Little Qualicum River due to a better return than originally forecasted.
San Juan River coho salmon retention
Coho salmon retention has been opened for San Juan River and tributaries. Please note the daily quota.
Non-tidal Fraser chum salmon retention
Due to an increase in in-season estimate, chum salmon retention reopens for the non-tidal portion of Fraser River and some of its tributaries.
Featured BC Fishing Spots
Chilliwack River
Just one hour drive from Vancouver, this productive salmon stream is the most popular freshwater salmon fishery in BC.
Harrison River
Harrison River provides excellent chinook, coho and chum salmon fishing from boat shore and boat.
Squamish River
This system is ideal for catch and release anglers who enjoy finding trophy fish in the most scenic setting.
Capilano River
Just outside of Downtown Vancouver, Capilano River offers good chinook and coho salmon fishing at times.
Stave River
Stave River's easy shore access is the ideal family fishing destination in October and November when chum and coho salmon return.




