As Wes David, Host of Fishing The Wild West TV Show says: “No tackle box is complete without an assortment of F-Bombs. This shallow-running crank bait will take on all challengers.” And boy I cannot agree more!! What Is The F-Bomb? The F-Bomb is a floating lure from the amazing Lucky Bug Lure Company that […]
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It is that time of the year where we can put all of our ice fishing gear away for the season! As much as I love ice fishing there is something so exciting about getting ready for open water season! I am going to share with you some of my tips and tricks that I […]
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Ok guys, let’s talk waders! I was extremely lucky and got to test out a pair of the S1 Mocha Stocking Foot Waders from the amazing iWader Company. These are hands down the comfiest waders I have ever worn and fit me like a glove! Being a women in the fishing world I find it […]
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Click here to view the full post, Field Notes from Jess ~ Rewilding in 2021 In this blog entry of her “Field Notes”, Jess goes fishing for Black Rockfish!
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There are many times out on the ice where people forget their sportsmanship and general fishing etiquette. Whether you are a beginner in the ice fishing world or a seasoned Angler I hope this article will give you some tips to follow to make everyone’s experience out on the ice a bit better especially your […]
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When is the best time of the day to catch fish? There has always been a lot of back and forth when it comes to fishing on whether fishing is the morning produces more fish or fishing in the evening. In my opinion they are very similar and really just comes down to whether or […]
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If you are new to fishing you might be wondering what type of rod and reel should I be using? I am going to tell you about the different types of reels out there along with the pros and cons of each of them. Spin Casting Reel This is what most anglers start out […]
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Flies? Check. Fly Boxes? Check. Leaders? Check. Beverages? Check. Everything else? Check. Now time to put it in my bag. Bag too small to fit everything? Check… The most frustrating feeling is not being able to fit everything you need into your bag for your day on the river or lake when going fishing. Yes, […]
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Most fishing line is non-biodegradable and can last hundreds of years in landfills. Line is often left in nature because people get their lines snagged on something and then have to cut the line, or are pulling too hard and the line snaps after time with currents in the water this line washes up on […]
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Sometimes, the last minute planned fishing trips end up being the best ones. I experienced this last Sunday. I still consider myself a beginner Angler and prefer to go with friends that are willing to teach me skills and know what they’re doing because I have SO much more to learn about fishing. My very […]
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It’s my second favourite time of the year, anytime I am out fishing is my favourite of course! With Christmas getting closer I thought it would be fun to put together a few products that I think would be perfect for the angler in your life or even yourself. These are all products I have […]
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Fishing memories are always awesome, some are just a little better than others.. Its no secret I fish for Sea Run Cutthroat in the Spring and Summer evenings at a couple of local beaches…the other night a very lovely older gentleman comes down on his walk, (he’s been cropped out of the second photo). He’s […]
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Let’s talk about wading gear! Choosing waders and a wading jacket is a choice every fly fisherman, or woman must make. There are so many to choose from out there. From hip waders and chest waders to how many layers do you need? I had to make that same decision when it came time for […]
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Euro Nymphing – a fly-fishing technique that is well-known all around the world. A technique that is becoming increasingly popular in the fly-fishing industry, but one that is hard to perfect. It is fairly easy to learn and understand the basics but becomes more difficult when it comes to small flies, thin leaders, and the […]
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Did you know you could get paid for catching fish in BC? There are actually many lakes around BC that offer anglers rewards just for catching a tagged fish, and here are a few. Kootenay Lake The survival rate of Kokanee, a land locked salmon in Kootenay Lake has drastically gone down over the years […]
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Hello to all my fellow fishers! My name is Rachel Kernohan and I am so excited to be the newest member of the Women’s Fishing Network! I am 23 years old, and live just outside of Toronto, Ontario. About two and a half years ago, I was introduced to the wonderful sport of fly-fishing, and […]
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There is doubt that ice fishing is cold, but it doesn’t have to be if you are dressed appropriately and have the right gear with you. I am a firm believer in there is no bad weather just poor clothing choices. Ice fishing gear has changed a lot over the years. You can get thermal […]
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It’s early November, and though we’ve had unseasonably warm temperatures in central Alberta I’ve already seen a few brave/desperate souls venturing north for early ice fishing trips. Now, while I admire their tenacity and drive for the first few icy bites, I also feel the need to impress upon you the importance of ice safety, […]
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Have you ever wanted to catch a trophy size fish and get recognition for it? Manitoba just so happens to have an amazing program that does just that! The Manitoba Master Angler Program has been around for 62 years now making it home to the oldest master angler program in North America! Last year alone, […]
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One of our first times out fishing at Charlie Lake we were fishing off the dock and there was this guy on shore just slaying the pike. Every few casts he would be pulling in a new pike releasing it then pulling another one in. This went on for the whole time we were there. […]
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Hello friends, some of you may know me as Wild Girls Alberta, and some of you may know me as Amanda Wiebe, the Tuesday host for The Women’s Fishing Network. I thought I would use this opportunity to give our Viewers a glimpse into my personal history with angling, where my love for the sport […]
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I thought I would do my first ever blog entry after a pretty special fishing trip this past September long weekend. If you have been following my fishing journey, you would know I have been after a river brown trout for a little while now. I have caught brown trout before, but I just think […]
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