Tyler Kaye, Big Fish Charters As a guide, the most common question I get asked regarding gear is “What’s your favourite setup?” Last season, I religiously used a Gibbs 4.0 Herring Aid with either the...

Brooksy (L) and Matt Johnson, Author (R) While Vancouver Island is a renowned fishing destination, Island Fisherman Magazine also explores the rich angling opportunities found elsewhere in the world. From exotic locales in the tropics...

Peetz Outdoors is a survivor. In 2023, the venerable company—now 100 years old—announced it was closing its doors and was having a large sale. However, to many people’s surprise and delight, Peetz Outdoors was sold...

If you are anything like me, the buzz of the alarm clock at 4 a.m. isn’t usually a welcome sound. Unless it’s a fishing day! Fall on Vancouver Island is a special time of year,...