When the snow and temperatures start to fall some angler's fishing season comes to an end, but for many others the hard water fishing seasons is just starting! The freezing temperatures bring the ice onto the lakes. For most of the Interior lakes in BC the ice fishing season starts in mid December as the colder weather brings over 6 inches of hard ice. The beginning of the … [Read more...]
In Pursuit of Brook Trout
The East Kootenay watershed is home to numerous species of trout that one can target. One of my most preferred trout to target is the Brooke Trout; in my opinion they are a kind of a triple threat! They offer everything I look in a fish and can be sought after in all 4 seasons! Fisheries stock these trout even though not native to the area but they do well in lakes that … [Read more...]
Get Your Glow on this Ice Fishing Season!
Over the past 10 years Glow technology has really started to become more popular within the angling world, especially when it comes to ice fishing. But the question still remains, does a glowing lure out produce a regular lure? Many may argue the effectiveness of glow technology but one thing is for certain and that is more and more anglers are equipping their arsenal with … [Read more...]
Keep the Toes Warm – Ice Fishn’ Tip
Do your feet get cold while ice fishing? If so here is a good tip to keep your “little piggies” warm! Use Car Rubber Mats! They work great as an insulation barrier between your boots and the ice! Whether you’re standing or sitting down while fishing; place a rubber mat on the ice and your feet will stay warmer for a longer period of time! Adding compact snow between the ice … [Read more...]
Keep Tucked In! – Ice Fishn’ Tip
When ice fishing there is a lot of bending down and back up again. This makes it easy for your shirts to come untucked and that shivering cold air to sneak up your back! Once the chill sets in it’s hard to get rid of. One easy way to stay tucked in is to buy your top base layer of clothing in TALL size. This allows extra room for your shirt to be deeply tucked and not to ride … [Read more...]
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