This blog contains my thoughts on various topics concerning fishing, fisheries science and many other fishy things.
So I decided to send that awesome selfie (aka "the Fishie") of us to the Ontario Out of Doors Magazine "Memory Bank" website. This website is a great way for OOD readers to share their outdoors memories! Well, we were selected as winners for their weekly PHOTO FRIDAY contest! Thanks Ontario Out of Doors! You …
Today is World Wetlands Day! What is World Wetlands Day?? In 1971 the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands was adopted on February 2nd. Since then February 2nd of each year is known as World Wetlands Day! This day is set aside to raise global awareness about the value of wetlands for humans and the planet! The theme …
It's not like we've had much winter yet. Hope all the rodents get it right! Bring on the winter! #icefishing #wearecanadian #wherehaswintergone
"Fishing is not just an escape from life, but often a deeper immersion into it." - Harry Middleton
We have all been faced with the challenge, a new body of water. Where do we start? During the winter months I love chasing Panfish. Hard water means searching for the largest Panfish I can find. Sure, I may spend some days in the spring chasing big Crappie or Bluegills but I prefer to target …
Another year of Steelheading is in the books. If success is measured by the numbers of fish landed it was not a great year. I spent 12 days on the water between mid October and late December. That does not seem like much but a busy career and family sure does limit the days I …
Continue reading Reflections on a memorable Steelheading season
Like many die-hard Steelhead anglers, I live and die by a hydrogaph. Many anglers ask me, "what is a hydrograph?" or will ask me "how does it help you with your fishing?". I will do my best to answer some of these questions. What is a hydrograph? According to the United States Geologic Survey a hydrograph is relating …
Continue reading Steelheading Hydrology – understanding the ups and downs
Even the most passionate/dedicated Anglers are bogged down with a busy life and finding time to cast a rod becomes a challenge. During the spring of the year Panfish are a great means of bending a few rods during a busy schedule. Yesterday I stopped by a local lake on the way home from work …
The following is a recap of my recent experience at the 2013 Perchin for MS Tournament....a story of competitive angling and anglers coming together for a good cause. Enjoy! Personal Story: Perchin for MS is a fantastic local tournament held on Lake Simcoe. This event has been described as a 'premier' event and this is …
Continue reading 2013 Perchin for MS Tournament – Lake Simcoe
Recently I have been asked how I would prepare for tournaments including some of my decision making. I thought it would be a timely topic to expand on. Here are some tips I use for tournament preparation. For this first installment I will review how collecting data efficiently and accurately during your pre-fishing can help …
Continue reading Tournament Preparation – Hardcopy and Digital
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