Over the past three years various Okanagan angling groups have been focused on promoting fishing to young families within the community. Getting young families out and introduced to fishing no doubt has numerous benefits! Not only do the youth get outside and away from today's technology that tends to keep them from outdoor activity; but it also helps sustain our fisheries by … [Read more...]
Change in Venue to Youth Ice Fishing Day – Feb 7th, 2015
Change of Venue for Upcoming Ice Fishing Event - Changed from Swan Lake to Beaver Lake A drop-in Learn to Fish program that was previously to be held at Swan Lake Feb. 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. has now been moved to Beaver Lake due to safety concerns regarding the integrity of the ice. Due to recent weather changes within the Okanagan Valley the ice quality has rapidly … [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...]
Learn to Fish – Youth Ice Fishing Events
BC Fishn Media, the BC Wildlife Federation Region 8, and Multiple Okanagan Fish & Game Clubs are partnering up with the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC (GOFishBC.com) and the Ministry of Forests, Lands, & Natural Resources to help grow the Learn to Fish Program for 2015. The Learn to Fish Program is an exciting initiative designed to introduce participants to … [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...]
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