Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report

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Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: June 26, 2026

Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: June 26, 2026

OUTLOOK  As we head into the Canada Day Long Weekend and for those of you taking a few extra days off next week, summer fishing is really starting to hit its stride. Saltwater anglers continue...

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Peak Boating and Fishing Season Is Here—Is Your PFD Ready? A Guide to Inspection, Maintenance & Our Favourite Mustang PFDs

Peak Boating and Fishing Season Is Here—Is Your PFD Ready? A Guide to Inspection, Maintenance & Our Favourite Mustang PFDs

Is Your PFD Ready for Summer? Here's What to Check Before Your Next Day on the Water At Pacific Angler, our retail staff and guide team spend hundreds of days...

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Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: June 19, 2026

Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: June 19, 2026

OUTLOOK  Father's Day weekend is here, and with it comes some fantastic fishing opportunities around the Lower Mainland and beyond.   Don’t forget it is also BC Family Fishing Weekend – be sure to check...

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Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report:  June 12, 2026

Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: June 12, 2026

OUTLOOK As we move into the middle of June there are some great fishing opportunities across the lower mainland and province! Saltwater anglers are seeing some of the best action...

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Father's Day Gift Card Sale: Give Dad More Fishing for Less!

Father's Day Gift Card Sale: Give Dad More Fishing for Less!

Looking for a Father's Day gift that's guaranteed to get used? Whether Dad has been eyeing a new rod, wanting to stock up on tackle, sign up for a course,...

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Come Work With Us! We're Hiring a Marketing Specialist!

Marketing Specialist - Vancouver, BCJob Title:  Marketing SpecialistLocation:  Vancouver, BCJob Type:  Full Time, Hybrid (in person and some remote work)Location:  Vancouver, BC. Salary:  $55,000-$65,000 depending on experienceTo Apply:  Email your...

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Pacific Angler Favourites: Why We Fish the Scotty R-5 Fly Rod Holder

Pacific Angler Favourites: Why We Fish the Scotty R-5 Fly Rod Holder

When it comes to stillwater fly fishing, few pieces of equipment get used more than your rod holder. Whether you're chironomid fishing, dangling flies over deep water, or covering water...

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Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: June 5, 2026

Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: June 5, 2026

OUTLOOK  June is off to a strong start with plenty of fishing opportunities across both fresh and saltwater fisheries.  Interior lake anglers are seeing consistent action as mayflies, damsels, caddis, and...

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Pacific Angler Favourites: Fly Reels & Spare Spool Systems for Stillwater Fishing

Pacific Angler Favourites: Fly Reels & Spare Spool Systems for Stillwater Fishing

One of the challenges of stillwater fly fishing is managing multiple fly lines throughout the day. Depending on the depth you're targeting, the structure you're fishing, or the presentation you're...

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Pacific Angler June Parking Update

Pacific Angler June Parking Update

🚗 Parking Update – Getting Here Just Got Easier! If you've visited us over the past few months, you've probably experienced a few twists and turns navigating the Broadway Subway...

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Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: May 29, 2026

Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: May 29, 2026

OUTLOOK  June is almost here and there are plenty of reasons to get out on the water right now!   Interior lake fishing continues to produce, with chironomids still accounting for lots of...

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Deep Water Dangling for Trout | A Simple Stillwater Technique That Works

Deep Water Dangling for Trout | A Simple Stillwater Technique That Works

How to Deep Water Dangle for Stillwater Trout There are times in stillwater fly fishing when trout simply refuse to move far off the bottom. Whether they’re feeding on bloodworms,...

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Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: May 22, 2026

Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: May 22, 2026

OUTLOOK  This week’s fishing outlook continues to trend in the right direction as warmer temperatures improve conditions across both local and interior fisheries.  Interior lake fishing has been productive, with chironomids...

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The Pacific Angler Kitchen:  Dungeness Crab Cakes with Pineapple/Mango Salsa & Chili Sauce

The Pacific Angler Kitchen: Dungeness Crab Cakes with Pineapple/Mango Salsa & Chili Sauce

Dungeness Crab Cakes with Pineapple/Mango Salsa & Chili Sauce By: The Pacific Angler Crew There are few recipes in the Pacific Northwest that capture the flavour of our local waters...

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How To Fish Chironomids Without An Indicator:  The Naked Line Technique

How To Fish Chironomids Without An Indicator: The Naked Line Technique

Often anglers think of chironomid fishing as a static game: suspend your fly under an indicator, set your depth, and wait for the take. And while that absolutely works, there...

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Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: May 15, 2026

Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: May 15, 2026

OUTLOOK  The May Long Weekend is shaping up to offer a little bit of everything for anglers across the region.  While the spring freshet has pushed many of our local rivers...

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Our Favourite Stillwater Fly Fishing Setup | 10’ 5 Weight Breakdown

Our Favourite Stillwater Fly Fishing Setup | 10’ 5 Weight Breakdown

If there’s one setup we keep reaching for when fishing lakes, it’s a 10-foot 5-weight fly rod. Whether we’re fishing chironomids under an indicator, stripping sinking lines, or casting larger...

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Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: May 8, 2026

Pacific Angler Friday Fishing Report: May 8, 2026

OUTLOOK  First off, a big thanks to all who came out to Spring Super Sale last weekend!  It was great to see so many of you in store and online.     With warming temperatures...

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