2023 fishing regs released
The new 2023 Ontario Fishing Regulations Summary is now available as a downloadable PDF online and regs come into effect Jan. 1, 2023.
Ice fishing with a flasher
As someone who grew up in the modern age of ice fishing, I could not imagine hitting the ice without a flasher or some form of sonar.
Calling all young artists
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) is inviting young artists to participate in its 20th annual Kids' Fish Art Contest.
Fewer alewife than predicted in Lake Ontario
Lake Ontario’s alewife population is not as high as expected, according to the Great Lakes Fishery Commission’s 2022 report.
Feedback sought on proposal for FMZ 15
Public consultation is now sought for a plan that may change fishing regulations in Fisheries Management Zone (FMZ) 15.
Laker consumed 12 artificial baits
Imagine Barry Casselman’s surprise when, while cleaning his morning catch, the eastern Ontario angler discovered a dozen artificial baits.
Fishing Murphys Point
Murphys Point is a family-friendly, low-cost island camping getaway you may want to recreate year after year.
Jigging for open-water lake trout
If you want to mix up your summer lake trout tactics, jigging for lake trout is a deadly and relatively simple technique.
Guiding with Frank Kuiack
Looking like part of the landscape, weathered countenance under a leather fishing hat, Kuiack sets the hook.