Lingcod Fishing: The Complete Guide to Catching Lingcod in BC
Learn how I target lingcod in British Columbia, including finding productive structure, choosing rods, reels and jigs, controlling the drift, regulations and handling your catch.
Halibut & Bottomfish
Explore halibut, lingcod, and rockfish fishing in British Columbia. Find practical advice on fishing techniques, tackle, bait, bottom structure, and handling your catch, based on firsthand experience fishing BC’s coastal waters.
Halibut Fishing Gear and Tackle Guide
See the halibut fishing gear I use on my boat, including rods, reels, 80 lb braid, landing equipment, crimping tools, rod holders, electronics and anchor… Read More »Halibut Fishing Gear and Tackle Guide
How to Land a Halibut Safely
Learn how to safely land halibut of different sizes, from controlling the weight and measuring smaller fish to releasing oversized halibut and securing large retained… Read More »How to Land a Halibut Safely
Halibut Fishing: The Complete Guide to Catch West Coast Halibut
Learn how to catch halibut in British Columbia, including where to find fish, gear and baits, anchoring and drifting, fishing techniques, landing halibut, regulations, and… Read More »Halibut Fishing: The Complete Guide to Catch West Coast Halibut
Rockfish Release Devices
Learn how to release rockfish in British Columbia with a descending device, reduce barotrauma and follow current DFO release requirements.
Circle Hooks for Halibut: How to Rig and Fish Them
Learn how to choose, rig and fish circle hooks for halibut, including hook sizes, leader materials, bait presentation, and techniques for avoiding missed hookups.
Best Halibut Baits: How to Rig, Scent and Fish Them
The best halibut baits I’ve used include salmon heads, octopus, squid, and herring. Here’s how I rig them, add scent, and keep bait fishing properly.
Halibut Weight Length Table
Estimate the weight of a Pacific halibut from its length using IPHC length-weight charts in inches and centimetres, including fish that are measured and released.
Rockfish Identification
Learn how to identify North Pacific rockfish using NOAA and regional identification guides, multiple physical characteristics, and cross-checking between reliable resources.