I’m always disappointed when a fly fisher turns their nose up at bass fishing. Usually the disdain is accompanied by some poetic sermon about watching trout sip dries, followed by...
While most people hang up their waders when the interior rivers turn to ice, the fishing season is just beginning for many of us in the Pacific Northwest....
Years of teaching fly-tying have taught me the importance of emphasising feather prep. A clean hackle can prevent new tiers from over-dressing their flies and can even improve the way...
In our BC camp, experimenting with the flavour of wood and coal is an integral part of our cooking. Here's how I do it with alder and some old drums....
Join me in the opening chapter of my Mini-Spey Course on Anchored Outdoors. Whether you're an expert angler or a beginner, there are tips here for everyone....
Sometimes I think blind fishing is a blessing. I’m not sure about you, but sight-fishing to spooky trout still has a tendency to make me fall apart (before even making...
No one likes hooking bottom. Whether you're fishing a fly, lure, or chunk of bait, an unwanted snag can bring out the worst in us. Thankfully, many snags are completely...
Tube flies are a game-changer in fly fishing, offering versatility and innovation that every angler should explore. Let's take a closer look at what a tube fly is and why...
I’ve done a fair bit of crabbing using traps, ring nets and bait from a boat. But it wasn't until I met Travis and Tiffany Bader of Silvercore that I...
