It was not that long ago that I competed in over 2-dozen fishing tournaments in a season. As a blind angler, my reputation as someone who could feel even the lightest bite was earned by regularly placing ahead of most of my competition. I totally get the allure of fishing competitively and continue to compete … Read more
In the June 14, 2020 issue of the Blue Fish Canada News we dive into the Great Lakes and explore what’s good, what’s not good, and what’s being done about it. As always, the news includes links to timely fishing, fish health, water quality and other fishing related articles, and more about our Blue Fish … Read more
In this June 7, 2020 issue of the Blue Fish Canada News we celebrate World Ocean Day (June 8) and the bounty the ocean represents. This week’s Blue Fish Canada News includes: Our weekly Feature including curated Blue Fish Radio interviews with experts and analysis; Links to timely fishing, fish health, water quality and other … Read more
In this May 31 2020 issue of the Blue Fish Canada News we thought the time was right to pay homage to the ultimate shore fishing experience, Common Carp. Now’s the time to get out there and intercept these shoals of bruans that make their annual spring appearance. This week’s Blue Fish Canada News also … Read more
In this May 24, 2020 issue of the Blue Fish Canada News we wanted to focus on the human side of fishing. Topics like anglers who become giants of the fishing world, or those who are successful in other ways but use fishing as a way to unwind. Just as importantly, we thought we should … Read more
In this May 17, 2020 edition of the Blue Fish Canada Newsletter: We continue our exploration of salmon and steelhead habitat access issues on the Fraser River; More water quality, fish health and fishing news; and, In recognition of Safe Boating Awareness Week, we bring you a compilation of Covid-19 inspired boating and fishing best … Read more
The Blue Fish Canada News for May 10, 2020 focuses on citizen science – the tools, the challenges, and how people who thrive in the outdoors are becoming increasingly effective citizen scientists. We all take pride in following the tried-and-true lessons passed down to us from our mentors and all those who came before, but … Read more
The Blue Fish Canada News for May 3, 2020 features how new tracking and reporting technologies are increasingly being used by anglers to become better at fishing, and at the same time, to contribute data to those responsible for conducting the science and formulating the regulations intended to ensure the sustainability of our fisheries. With … Read more
The April 26, 2020 edition of Blue Fish News, brought to you by Blue Fish Canada, includes Links to resources that help explain the threat St. Lawrence Muskie are under and why we need to do more before the plight of this iconic apex predator worsens. Links to make sure you’re up-to-date on the latest … Read more
Guest Blog from John Anderson of Ottawa River Musky Factory Extensive research strongly suggests that the survival rate of YOY (young of the year) muskellunge in much of the St. Lawrence River is close to zero. This situation may have existed for three or five or more years already. Muskies live to full life in … Read more