Nestled between the Selkirk Mountains at the confluence of the Kootenay and Columbia Rivers lies an anglers dream community, Castlegar BC. This West Kootenay gem is home to the largest river in the Pacific Northwest region of North America, the Columbia River. The Columbia River’s headwaters start deep within the Rocky Mountain of British Columbia; it flows south into … [Read more...]
Ice Fishing for Burbot – Featuring Mineral Lake, BC
One underestimated sport fish in BC that many anglers don’t consider targeting are Burbot; also known as Freshwater Ling Cod to many. There are numerous lakes in British Columbia that are home to these fish. Burbot are a predator fish and very aggressive feeders; sometimes they will feed on fish almost the same size as themselves. Some of the main food sources for Burbot are … [Read more...]
Ice Fishing Monte Lake, BC
One of the most popular ice fishing lakes in southern British Columbia is Monte Lake. Thanks to the Freshwater Fishery Society of BC, this lake has been aggressively stocked with Triploid Kokanee and Blackwater Rainbow Trout. Approximately 25,000 Kokanee and 15,000 Rainbows are stocked in Monte Lake each year. Monte Lake is located approx. 45 kms SE on Hwy 97 from Kamloops … [Read more...]
Fishing Port Alice, BC – The Untamed West Coast!
Port Alice is a small village that is nestled within the picturesque Neroutsos Inlet. Port Alice is known as “The Gateway to the West Coast”. This untouched wilderness offers many adventures for the outdoor enthusiasts. Fishing, hiking, eco- tours, kayaking, scuba-diving are just a few adventures that Port Alice has to offer. The area is rich in history and the locals have … [Read more...]
Ice Fishing Yellow Perch – Bear Lake, BC
The presence of one foreign fish species in British Columbia that has created some controversy in the angling community is the Yellow Perch. Yellow Perch have been mostly illegally introduced by anglers or groups of anglers referred to as “The Bucket Brigade”. Perch have a high reproductive rate. They are directly in competition with other game fish such as trout for food and … [Read more...]
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