Ask Mr Cullen about gillnetters killing steelhead and he goes very quiet

The North Coast Steelhead Alliance highlights opposition to new reporting regulations for commercial fisherman in Northern BC.

The new regulations were put in place by the Department of Fisheries and Ocean in response to Marine Stewardship Council certification of the fishery. One of the conditions for certification set by the MSC was that all bycatch, especially steelhead, need to be properly accounted for.

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Maybe I’ve watched A River Runs Through It a few too many times

I know that the term for a skier who doesn’t have a clue what he is doing is a gaper, but what is the term for someone who doesn’t have a clue about fly fishing? 

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Urban Angler Moving Uptown

Today is Urban Angler's last day at their 306 5th Avenue address. They will be reopening  uptown at 381 5th Avenue on May 31st.

I still remember the first time I saw the Urban ad of some dude holding an absolute monster of a fish on the inside cover of one of my fly fishing mags. At the time I was brand new to the fly fishing game and that image forever changed my perspective on what was possible with fly rod and reel.

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Skull Island Skiff Works

Friday Pin Ups

Hatchery Steelhead Remover

This Kombo multi-tool is a bonker, filet knife, gut scooper, and sharpener, all with an easy-to-grip handle. And just because it's plastic doesn't mean the bonking side won't pack a punch—three brass plugs have been inserted into the device's head to let you give a good, strong whack with ease.

And it floats!

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