Hooked on Adventure

Exploring the World of Fly Fishing with April Vokey

In the fall of 2014, we walked along my property line, discussing how the next few hours would unfold. Carefully, we stepped atop fallen yellow leaves  that layered the ground like poplar pastry. I didn’t know it at the time, but I was about to interview a very nervous Lani Waller. ...
Travis Swartz, the comedic genius behind Hank Patterson, takes us on a laughter-filled journey in this nostalgic look back at a spoof of one of my other films....
I'd always wanted to fish Montana. I'd fished its bordering States, but had yet to venture into true "Big Sky Country". The initial plan was straightforward: I'd film with Kelly,...
If you've been following our waterborne escapades, you know we recently took the plunge and upgraded to the phenomenal WaterMaster Bruin! After almost two decades of faithful WaterMaster Raft usage,...
I’ve run into some strange fishing regulations over the years. Most were amusing, but some were rather invasive. One outdated regulation even pushed me to get married....
I'd heard about the Eucumbene river for years, but had always been too scared to try fishing it. While there are certainly parts of the river that are quiet, we...
Years of teaching fly-tying have taught me the importance of emphasising feather prep. A clean hackle can prevent new tiers from over-dressing their flies and can even improve the way...
Some of you may remember my search for the ideal rooftop tent. I had a deposit ready for a deal I found online before the comment section had me seriously...
In our BC camp, experimenting with the flavour of wood and coal is an integral part of our cooking. Here's how I do it with alder and some old drums....
Join me in the opening chapter of my Mini-Spey Course on Anchored Outdoors. Whether you're an expert angler or a beginner, there are tips here for everyone....
Once upon a time, I guided on the Fraser river for sturgeon (note, I wasn’t a great sturgeon guide). Considering the river gets pink salmon every second year, I figured...
Sometimes I think blind fishing is a blessing. I’m not sure about you, but sight-fishing to spooky trout still has a tendency to make me fall apart (before even making...
No one likes hooking bottom. Whether you're fishing a fly, lure, or chunk of bait, an unwanted snag can bring out the worst in us. Thankfully, many snags are completely...
Tube flies are a game-changer in fly fishing, offering versatility and innovation that every angler should explore. Let's take a closer look at what a tube fly is and why...
I met Nigel Millgate through mutual friends. It didn't take long for me to take him up on his offer to learn more about his culture. Our goal had been...
I’ve done a fair bit of crabbing using traps, ring nets and bait from a boat. But it wasn't until I met Travis and Tiffany Bader of Silvercore that I...