I moved to Powell River in the early 90's and was invited out to go fishing almost immediately by my friend Al. I had no idea what to expect as we headed out to Vivian island in search of Coho. "Put this Gold Hoochie out it's a local favorite" Al said as he tossed the...

Well if you don't see to many post from yours truly means that i am run off my feet at the shop. This in turn means that the outdoor activities are in full throttle. However this year it is at another level as the we have been blessed with an incredible amount of Coho...

Powell River Outdoors annual Top Rod Derby was the best yet, with 41 boats entered and Mother Nature serving up the best Marine Weather possible. Most all anglers were rewarded with Chinook and Coho during this event, with countless Coho reports coming in. Many...

Morning, will have Derby results after work today.

Derby Day Is here and we have 46 boats signed up. Reminder to bleed fish out and keep whole for weigh in. Weigh in is open from 9-6 at Powell River Outdoors.

ategory(s): RECREATIONAL - Salmon Fishery Notice - Fisheries and Oceans Canada Subject: FN0665-Recreational - Salmon - Chinook Management Measures - Northeast and Central Vancouver Island - Areas 11 to 17, 111 and Subareas 29-1 and 29-2 - effective July 15, 2024. This...

July 15 is fast approaching and the unnecessary non-retention in OUR AREA WILL BE OVER. Here are a few things to take care of. If you have any salmon left over in the freezer from last year get it smoked up and make room for incoming fish. As far as your gear goes,...

Time again for our annual Derby, have a look at the poster.

I had a chance to get out with my son Nico on his boat the Carousel (Pristine Charters) last year and a couple more times last week. Absolutely loved it. For one i didn't have to worry about doing all the work lol and also because the boat is 34' plenty of room to...

Well the anticipation of the July 15 opening of Chinook retention is nearing so if you still have some of last years fish in the freezer get it in the smoker a.s.a.p. For the few anglers that have been out including myself the fishing has been amazing as expected....