Thompson River Steelhead - Natural Fly Fishing

Thompson River Steelhead - Natural Fly Fishing - Season 1 from Mark Coffey on Vimeo.

The world famous Thompson River, BC. Trying to capture the spirit of steelheading.

H/T to Chi Wulff

Occupy Skagit Wade In - April 04

Photo, courtesy Occupy Skagit

Occupy Skagit Wade In - April 04

Wild Steelhead Coalition

Learn more here: http://bit.ly/1c0gBxY

Cast & Blast Schedule and Info April 4-6, 2014

Cast & Blast Schedule and Info April 4-6, 2014

Cast & Blast is a free event geared towards bringing unity, education, fellowship and fun into our community of Steelheaders. We have tried to cram a lot into this weekend so hopefully you can join us for a variety of events while still finding some time to fish. 

Click here for schedule: http://conta.cc/1dRb6BL

Keep’n the Dean dilemma current

Keep’n the Dean dilemma current. Management shortfalls and the official response.

Area8Watch, November 21, 2013

I received an email the other day about keeping the Dean issue current…. even in depths of winter. I couldn’t agree more. Next year, another cycle of overfishing will polarize area 8 throughout the summer and the responsibility lies with the angling community to be prepared before it starts.

Read more here:  http://bit.ly/1elukeU

Solutions for conservation: Dean River steelhead

Solutions for conservation: Dean River steelhead

Wild Steelhead Coalition, Nov 20, 2013

Robert Hooton, retired fisheries biologist and wild steelhead advocate checks in from British Columbia with a perspective on fisheries management for Dean River steelhead.

Read more here: http://bit.ly/17KtjeB

You May Be Killing Steelhead And Not Even Know It

Photo, courtesy Louis Cahill

You May Be Killing Steelhead And Not Even Know It

Gink & Gasoline, November 18, 2013 / by Louis Cahill

Steelheaders are generally pretty serious about catch-and-release, but it’s likely that many are mortally wounding fish without ever knowing it.

There are few species of fish as vulnerable as wild steelhead. These fish are beset on all sides by threats both natural and man-made. With their numbers dwindling, it’s safe to say, every steelhead counts. It’s vital that those of us who fish for them practice the best catch-and-release practices.

Read article here: http://bit.ly/17FalTA

Pool 32 Mag No 4

At 325 pages, you’ll be spending some time here. Not to worry. It will be quality time!

You’ll want to start with the feature article “Yes we can”, subtitled “What you can do to save Wild Steelhead”.

You’re encouraged to read every word. The author, Bob Margulis, has what might be considered ‘radical’ ideas when it comes to protecting that resource.

While you’re reading, you’ll be enjoying the awesome photography of Jeff Bright.

Those of you who attended the special presentation at Country Pleasures Fly Fishing in Calgary a couple weeks ago had the pleasure of meeting Jeff Bright in person.

If you have any thoughts on this article, please feel free to leave them in the ‘comments’ section of this post.

"Seasons On The Skeena" - Jan 25

Join special guests, Chad Black and Jeff Bright, for this evening of stories, photos, and big fish. Learn about the nearly year round opportunities for steelhead and salmon offered by the Skeena system including some amazing photography.

Grab your coffee at Starbucks on the way in! We'll have snacks and treats for everyone!

No Charge! Please RSVP to info@countrypleasures.com or 403-271-1016

Wednesday, January 25, 2012 @ 7 PM @ Country Pleasures Fly Fishing

Check out Jeff Bright Photography

Hydro project approval threatens steelhead and salmon habitat

The habitat for the steelhead rainbow trout, is under threat due to plans
by a private power project to divert the Kokish River into a pipe.

Photograph by: McClatchy Newspapers, Vancouver Sun

Hydro project approval threatens steelhead and salmon habitat

By Poul Bech,

Vancouver Sun

December 17, 2011

For the first time, the B.C. government has approved a run-of river power project that diverts water from salmon or steelhead habitat. It means that no wild river in B.C. is safe from diversion and industrialization, regardless of its value to fish and wildlife.

The Kokish River is a small, wild stream on northern Vancouver Island. It cascades from Ida Lake through a steep white-water canyon to the ocean at Beaver Cove near Port McNeill.

This 10-kilometre long stream is home to a rare population of wild summer-run steelhead - seagoing rainbow trout that migrate to the ocean at a young age and return to their river as salmon-sized adults one to three years later.

Read more here

For more information about 'Run of the River Power' in British Columbia, go to:

Run-Of-River Power: Another Reckless BC Gold Rush and Run of River - Hydroelectric Projects in BC Create New Gold Rush