Enjoyed another picturesque fall day, searching for trout, and trying to “crack the code” once I found them. The Pennasks rainbow trout were in prime condition and more than willing participants today! Nymphs proved to be the most productive pattern for this day! #kamloops #flyfishing #rainbowtrout

I forgot just how fun watching Saturday morning cartoons used to be! It’s great to have little reminders of what we’ve been missing… #nonfishingweekend #grandparents #grandparenting

The fall season is when I most enjoy fishing on our interior lakes. The air and water temperatures are dropping to more comfortable levels, the crowds are beginning to thin, and the trout are actively feeding and generally in prime condition… #kamloops #flyfishing #rainbowtrout

As I take in tonight’s breathtaking sunset, from the comfort of my deck, I am reminded that today’s autumnal equinox marks the arrival of fall, bringing with it shorter hours of daylight, cooler temperatures, and fall fishing on our interior lakes… #kamloops #autumnalequinox #sunsets #flyfishing

Had the privilege of being invited to harvest a small batch of choke cherries at the Simpcw First Nation’s village in Chu Chua near Barriere, BC. I can hardly wait to taste the jelly that my wife will be making with the choke cherries! #chokecherries #kamloops

Our first good yield of peaches from the peach trees in our fruit orchard. They’re slightly smaller than expected, but very juicy and delicious. Our grandson Bowen definitely approves!! #kamloops #peaches #orchard #gardening

Built this solid oak, pet/child gate for my daughter today. Love wood working projects that can be done in a few hours! #woodworking #gates #petgate #childgate #kamloops

Our backyard, summertime oasis… #diyprojects #swimmingpools #kamloops #gardening

It is often said that timing is everything… Yesterday was one of those days, as I was fortunate to have timed my visit to a local lake while there was an intense insect hatch in progress. For me, there are few things more exciting than casting to rising fish… #kamloops #flyfishing #rainbowtrout

I was fortunate to cross paths with this impressive male Bighorn Sheep during yesterday’s fishing adventure in the mountains above Kamloops, British Columbia! Interactions with wildlife during fishing trips is always a bonus and never taken for granted… #bighornsheep ##wildlifephotography #kamloops

Had a terrific time on a local lake today. The fishing was challenging, but we managed to catch (and release) a fair number of hard-fighting rainbow trout. Stripping leech patterns on Type 3 lines and hand-twisting mayfly nymphs on intermediate lines worked best for us… #kamloops #flyfishing #trout

Sitting on our back deck with a hot cup of coffee while spotting deer and enjoying a rare sighting of a black bear and her cubs traveling through the tree lines across the valley. A very peaceful and great way to start the weekend… #kamloops #bcwildlife #muledeer #blackbears

Challenging day spent searching for fish with a few of my fellow members of the Kamloops Fly Fishers Club, but we did manage to find a few of them! Callibaetis mayfly nymphs stripped on Rio MidgeTip and Slow Glass Fly Lines saved the day for us… #flyfishing #kamloops #rainbowtrout

I always enjoy fishing with my buddy Gord! The excitement and joy that he displays whenever he lands a trout (no matter the size) always brings a smile to my face and makes my time on the water all that much better… #bestfriends #yeahbaby #flyfishing #kamloops

Had a great day fishing with friends! A lot of fish were caught on a variety of patterns, but even though there were a lot of chironomids hatching, stripping nymphs proved to be the most effective strategy. Gotta love springtime fishing on our BC interior lakes! #flyfishing #kamloops #rainbowtrout

While fishing, I rarely photograph fellow anglers, but while fishing alongside this elderly gentleman from Comox, a brief respite from the rain allowed a beam of sunshine to illuminate both the angler and his boat as he played a magnificent rainbow trout… #kamloops #flyfishing #gofishbc #stillwaters

It is said that there is a lot more to fishing than just catching fish, but for me the greatest satisfaction comes from helping other anglers to build lasting memories and witnessing the joy that they express when it finally happens… #kamloops #flyfishing #rainbowtrout #tourismkamloops #gofishbc

Yesterday’s excursion to one of my favourite mountain lakes reminded me how fortunate we are to have such a great number of quality fisheries and pristine waters within the Kamloops region, providing endless options and opportunities… #kamloops #flyfishing #rainbowtrout #stillwaters #tourismkamloops

Pausing to enjoy a beautiful sunset after time spent prepping the vegetable garden and pool for the season! Really looking forward to spending some time fishing once the work in the garden is complete. #kamloops #sunsets #pools

The neighborhood deer seem to like hanging around inside our fenced fields and yards these days. But I suppose that the allure of the new spring pasture grass and sense of security will do that… #deer #muledeer #kamloops

Pausing for a moment in our backyard to soak in the beauty and warmth of another picture-perfect spring day…

At times, I feel as if my fly tying vise could be described as a time machine, as it can take me back in time to relive memories of past adventures and fish caught, while at the same time bring me forward to envision future excursions and fish that I hope to encounter… #flytying #flyfishing #fishing

Another early morning visitor. Sometimes I wonder if they even sleep… #muledeer #deer #kamloops

Tied up a few Vampire Leeches in preparation for my first trip to one of our local lakes, which should hopefully be ice free next week. Using a jig hook and slotted bead makes this pattern ride upside down and thus improves the landing ratio… #flytying #flyfishing #flypattern #vampireleech #kamloops

A yearling mule deer effortlessly clears a four foot fence as it rejoins several other deer that were grazing in one of our fields… #deer #muledeer #kamloops

The neighborhood deer have been nesting and feeding in our fields these days. Migratory birds are arriving and can be heard celebrating the completion of their journey home. These sights and sounds breathe life once again into the landscape and signal to me that spring is almost upon us… #kamloops

Chum salmon are the second largest of our Pacific salmon. Ranging from 6 to 20+ pounds in size, they provide great sport for fly fishers. Their abundant numbers, massive size, and hard-fighting abilities will test even the most seasoned angler and their gear… #flyfishing #chumsalmon #britishcolumbia

Coho jacks are sexually-mature 30 to 40cm male coho salmon that return to their natal river system a year earlier than normal to partake in the fall spawning activities. What they lack in size, they make up for with their enthusiasm and aggression when taking flies… #flyfishing #cohosalmon #kamloops

Mountain Whitefish are closely related to arctic grayling. They can be found in most of our province’s rivers and mountain streams. They can be caught with a variety of angling techniques, but fly fishing with a heavily-weighted nymph or egg pattern tends to be most productive… #flyfishing #kamloops

The Pennask rainbow trout, native to British Columbia, is a world-renowned fish. Their diet, which primarily consists of aquatic insects and invertebrates, along with their aggressive nature and spectacular leaps once hooked, challenges and provides great sport for fly fishers… #flyfishing #kamloops

The Northern Pike Minnow is a highly aggressive freshwater fish species that eats a wide variety of smaller fish, as well as its own kind. They are easily caught with bait, lures, and flies, which makes them a great option for children and novice anglers… #flyfishing #northernpikeminnow #kamloops

Bull trout are a top predator fish in British Columbia's pristine rivers and streams. They are commonly referred to as trout, but are technically char. Although they are targeted with large streamers patterns, this bull trout was caught with a size 16 nymph... #flyfishing #trout #bulltrout #kamloops

The True North Strong and Free! Happy Flag Day!! 🇨🇦 #kamloops #canada #flagday #canadastrong

The OMG is my top nymph for trout, salmon, steelhead, grayling, and mountain whitefish in rivers. I originally developed this pattern to imitate stonefly nymphs, but as an added bonus, the orange colour makes it an effective egg pattern when salmon and other fish are spawning… #flytying #flyfishing

Coho are my favourite species of Pacific salmon to target with a fly rod. They are hard-fighting fish that respond well to streamer patterns that are stripped or swung through slow moving water. The take can be aggressive, so the use of heavy tippet is strongly recommended… #flyfishing #salmon #coho

During the depths of winter, the river transforms into a cold and lonely place, seemingly void of fish and the hope of finding angling success. It’s times like this that leaves me longing for the warmth of a summer’s day and the promise of finding actively feeding fish… #flyfishing #trout #kamloops

The Rolled Muddler Minnow is one of my favourite streamer patterns. It can be used for catching a variety of fish in our province’s rivers and lakes. This fly is one of my “go to patterns” for cutthroat trout and coho salmon fishing on our coastal rivers and beaches… #flytying #flyfishing #kamloops

Fly fishers are, by definition, eternal optimists, unwavering in their belief that every cast holds promise of success... #flyfishing #flytying #kamloops #trout #fishing

When nymphing, it’s important for the angler to remain focused and ready to strike at a moment’s notice. If they question, “was that a fish?”, by the time they’ve said the word “was”, the moment to strike has already passed and the fish has most likely spat their fly… #flyfishing #nymphing #trout

My introduction to fly fishing marked the beginning of a lifelong journey and passion that would not only challenge and inspire me, but ultimately made a profound and lasting impact on my life… #flyfishing #kamloops #trout

I love woodworking and metalworking, and the satisfaction that comes when a project comes together as planned! This sleigh was built from scratch, without any design plans, and should make a fun and festive prop for our annual Christmas photos of our grandchildren. #Christmas #woodworking #kamloops

Some of my greatest friendships have developed as a result of the discovery that a complete stranger and I shared a common passion for fly fishing and the outdoors… #flyfishing #fishing #friendship #kamloops

The most memorable adventures are the ones shared with your best friends… #flyfishing #flyfishingcolorado

The bar jack is one of my favourite saltwater fish species to target from shore using a fly rod. They are easily recognizable by the electric blue stripe that runs down their side and tail. They are aggressive predators that put up quite a fight once hooked… #flyfishing #jacks #barjack #saltlife

I was first introduced to the spotted sea trout, while targeting redfish in Florida. I was impressed by how hard they smashed my baitfish imitation and ran with it. Their diet, which consists of crabs, shrimp, and small baitfish, makes them an ideal species for fly fishers… #seatrout #flyfishing

I never believed in lying to my employees, so whenever I felt the urge to sneak away from work to go fishing at the local river, I would simply tell them that I was “going to the bank, and would be back in an hour”… #flyfishing #flyfishingaddict #honestyisthebestpolicy

Although I thoroughly enjoyed my time spent exploring and fly fishing for grayling and brown trout in the pristine wilderness of the Lapland Region of northern Finland, it was witnessing the phenomenon of the Midnight Sun during the Summer Solstice that left the greatest impression on me… #finland

Arctic Grayling are found in the streams, rivers, and lakes of northern British Columbia and the Northern Territories. Their diet, which is very similar to that of trout, makes them ideal for targeting with a fly rod. They are truly one of our province’s most beautiful fish… #flyfishing #grayling

Westslope Cutthroat Trout are one of British Columbia’s native trout species. Sadly, their populations are in decline as a result of habitat degradation and the introduction of non-native trout species. They are an iconic fish, and my favourite species to target in our mountain streams… #flyfishing