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We have been doing Zoom meeting after Zoom meeting here at Island Fisherman magazine, and sometimes from some distracting locations (yes...while fishing!). To up our...

Best Practices for River Fishing on Vancouver Island

Features Shaun Hellmich - November 6, 2020 0

In light of the economic and health challenges brought about by the COVID pandemic, Canadians have looked to alternate activities to keep busy, keep...

Chasing Chrome: Vancouver Island Steelhead

Features Curtis Leyenaar - October 27, 2020 0

Some say we’re crazy. We’re certainly relentless. And we’re definitely addicted to being out on the flow, chasing the fulfillment of the tug after...

Canning Salmon Like the Pros

How To Robert Reinhardt - October 6, 2020 0

Award-winning smoked canned salmon recipe. This recipe has won two blue ribbons at the Salt Spring Farmers’ Institute Fall Fair. It's sure to win you over, too!

Twitching, Hopping, and Jerking Jigs like a Rockstar

Features Rod Toth - August 30, 2020 0

In recent years, the term “twitching jigs” has become synonymous with fishing for coho in rivers. In this article I will discuss twitching jigs...

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2020 Fishing Gear For The Year Part 2

Joel Unickow - November 27, 2020 0

Fishing and Outdoor Gear Reviews Get your hooks into this awesome gear. We did, and we did well. AMUNDSON 3.5” Aquamatic Here’s a premium spoon, a perfect...

Chasing Chrome: Vancouver Island Steelhead

Features Curtis Leyenaar - October 27, 2020 0

Review: Why The CruciFish Might Be Divine Intervention

Features Montagu Lee - October 16, 2020 0

Choosing the Right Fishing Hook

Features Montagu Lee - August 9, 2020 0

What is a Hawaiian Snap?

Gear Joel Unickow - August 9, 2020 0

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Winter Salmon Fishing: Mapping the Salish Sea Through Salmon Diets

Wesley Greentree - October 10, 2020 0

The Adult Salmon Diet Program, at the University of Victoria, collaborates with recreational anglers to collect data on the diet composition of adult Chinook...

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Why I Can’t Wait to Come Back to Vancouver Island

Eric Schumacher-Rasmussen - February 4, 2020 0

Fish Tale: A Vancouver Island fishing trip through the eyes of of a Wisconsinite

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The Pacific Salmon Foundation (PSF) 2020/2021 Salmon Conservation Stamp

Dan Lanigan - November 28, 2019 0

And the winner is...

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Op-Ed: The Future of BC Depends on the Sport Fishery

Rob Alcock - October 7, 2019 2

"[Valued at $1.1 billion], the sport fishery is the largest economic driver of all B.C. fisheries."

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The Alberni Valley Tyee Club Comes Back Even Stronger

Tom Davis - September 17, 2020 0

The Alberni Valley Tyee Club (AVTC) just wrapped up their 2020 Ladder Board Derby which ran from Father’s Day to early September. What is a...

The 2020 Port Alberni Ultimate Fishing Derby

Events Tom Davis - September 16, 2020 0

Not even COVID-19 could stop the 49th edition of the Port Alberni Salmon Derby held over the Labour Day weekend, but it was a...

2020 Westview Marina’s Salmon Enhancement Derby

Events John Falavolito - August 9, 2020 0

Join the fun and fundraising of this year’s derby on Friday, August 28 and Saturday August 29, 2020 with an entry fee of $100...

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Leaders for Saltwater Fly Fishing

Island Fly Rory Glennie - September 13, 2020 0

For the most part, a salt water fly fisher plying their skills around Vancouver Island is not too concerned about delicately presenting the fly...

Catching Pink Salmon

Features Bill Luscombe - August 5, 2020 0

The heat of late July and August is not what most fly fishers consider prime fishing time. But those of us on the coast know that this time of year brings some wonderful fishing.

All About Fly Lines

Features Bill Luscombe - July 16, 2020 0

Many people, especially beginners, find it baffling when they start looking at lines and rods and reels in combination with another. It is not...

THE MOSQUITO FLY

Island Fly Bill Luscombe - May 9, 2020 0

The mosquito is a classic Catskill-style dry fly, but without the feather wings; it’s an “all hackle” fly.

THE CAREY SPECIAL

Island Fly Bill Luscombe - May 9, 2020 0

The Carey Special was named after its creator Colonel Carey. It is a very simple, yet very effective, wet fly.

Fishing Essentials: The Flasher and Hoochie Setup

Montagu Lee - November 26, 20202

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The best way to catch fish that exhibit predator behavior (attacking frantic bait), is with a flasher and hoochie. It’s effective for salmon for...

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Old Town® Canoe & Kayaks – Sportsman line offers everything required to experience the Pacific Northwest outdoors

Joel Unickow - June 25, 2020 0

Meet Old Town®

Sons of Salmon: An Initiative to Support Hatcheries on Vancouver Island

Features Island Fisherman - December 5, 2019 0

Island Fisherman Magazine's new merchandise initiative to support, and generate funds for Vancouver Island fish hatcheries.

Cabin in Barkley Sound For Sale—Reduced!

Spotlight Island Fisherman - November 3, 2019 0

Floating home in Barkley Sound for sale, only $125,000.

Introduction to Fly-fishing Course In Duncan 2019

Spotlight Bill Luscombe - October 17, 2019 2

Bill Luscombe's fly fishing course is open for registration.

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Winter Salmon Fishing: Mapping the Salish Sea Through Salmon Diets

Wesley Greentree - October 10, 2020 0

The Adult Salmon Diet Program, at the University of Victoria, collaborates with recreational anglers to collect data on the diet composition of adult Chinook...

Why I Can’t Wait to Come Back to Vancouver Island

Features Eric Schumacher-Rasmussen - February 4, 2020 0

Fish Tale: A Vancouver Island fishing trip through the eyes of of a Wisconsinite

The Pacific Salmon Foundation (PSF) 2020/2021 Salmon Conservation Stamp

Features Dan Lanigan - November 28, 2019 0

And the winner is...

Op-Ed: The Future of BC Depends on the Sport Fishery

Features Rob Alcock - October 7, 2019 2

"[Valued at $1.1 billion], the sport fishery is the largest economic driver of all B.C. fisheries."

Features

2020 Fishing Gear For The Year Part 2

Joel Unickow - November 27, 2020 0

Fishing and Outdoor Gear Reviews Get your hooks into this awesome gear. We did, and we did well. AMUNDSON 3.5” Aquamatic Here’s a premium spoon, a perfect...

Features

Fishing Essentials: The Flasher and Hoochie Setup

Montagu Lee - November 26, 2020 2

The best way to catch fish that exhibit predator behavior (attacking frantic bait), is with a flasher and hoochie. It’s effective for salmon for...

Features

Zoom Backgrounds for Island Fisherman Readers

Joel Unickow - November 26, 2020 0

We have been doing Zoom meeting after Zoom meeting here at Island Fisherman magazine, and sometimes from some distracting locations (yes...while fishing!). To up our...

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