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Chum Salmon Showdown: November Fishing in the PNW
It's one of those underrated November fisheries that lights up a handful of Washington and Oregon rivers
Nov 7, 2025


Grilled Coho Salmon with Roasted Spaghetti Squash: A Pacific Northwest Fall Feast
Fresh caught Coho fillets paired with roasted spaghetti squash.
Nov 4, 2025


My Alaskan Rainbow Obsession
For a split second, my brain short-circuited on the sheer noise of it. Then reality hit: five feet of airborne rainbow came exploding from the water in a silver pink blur of spots and fury
Nov 3, 2025


October Coho on the Columbia
October Coho on the Columbia River What a ride 2025 has been for fishing enthusiasts like us here in the Pacific Northwest. From Spring Chinook runs to summer's smallmouth bonanza, throw in some rockfish, pink salmon and walleye to the mix the an it has been a spectacular year. And now, as the leaves turn and the air crisps up, Mother Nature's serving one last banger: a bumper crop of big, beautiful Coho tearing through the Columbia. Late October, and these fish are still p
Nov 2, 2025


Late Summer Salmon - Pinks, Silvers and Kings!
What followed was pure river rodeo in that small silty river.
Sep 30, 2025


Twitchin’ the Salt for Pink Salmon: Humpy Stop #2 in Puget Sound!
I hooked a Humpy, and as it charged toward the boat with my jig in its mouth, I could see a squad of 20 other Pinks chasing it!
Aug 31, 2025


Humpys Return to Puget Sound in 2025!
The river was alive with fish and fishermen, but the vibe was electric. Humpies were rolling, and nearly everyone was hooking up
Aug 23, 2025


Fresh Blackberry S'mores: A Pacific Northwest Summer Delight
Savor this fresh twist on a classic summer treat, and let the sweet-tart burst of Pacific Northwest blackberries elevate your campfire game.
Aug 18, 2025


Huckleberry Sourdough Pancakes on the Blackstone Griddle - A Pacific Northwest Summer Treat
It's Huckleberry season in the Pacific NW and that means fresh huckleberry pancakes for breakfast. They are simple to make and are a great summertime treat.
Aug 5, 2025


Kayak Walleye Fishing
as it emerged from the depths I could clearly see it was a walleye - and a nice one!
Jun 30, 2025


BMO Fish Art Collection now at Bigfoot Mountain Outfitters
Introducing the BMO Gyotaku Coffee Mugs, featuring fish prints of Chum Salmon, Kokanee and more,
Jun 6, 2025


Spring Kokanee Fishing in Washington State: A Day on the Water
The action was non-stop, with Kokanee hitting hard and keeping us on our toes.
Jun 5, 2025


Columbia River SHAD-FEST 2025 is on NOW!
It's June 1st, which means Shadfest 2025 is underway! Every spring, several million American Shad make their way to the Columbia River.
Jun 4, 2025


Pizza on the Blackstone Griddle!
The crust was thin and crispy, and the toppings were perfectly heated up. Pizza on the Blackstone Griddle was by far my favorite pizza we have made so far and we will definitely do this again!
May 18, 2025


Reel in Flavor: Quick & Healthy Rockfish Tacos from the Pacific Northwest
Out on the rugged coasts of Oregon and Washington, rockfish are a prize catch for any angler. Their firm, flaky white meat is a blank canvas for bold flavors, and nothing beats turning a fresh haul into a plate of rockfish tacos
May 11, 2025


The Deacon Led Off My Rockfish Revival
Once my fly was in the zone, I started slowly stripping my in line, and a fish hit it right away. I set the hook, but nothing was there. I let a bit more line out thinking the fish may still be following, and started slowly stripping in line again. This time the fish smacked it harder and I hooked into my first rockfish on a fly
May 4, 2025


The Washington State Trout Opener: My official start to the fishing season!
it’s a tradition that runs deep, connecting families, friends, and communities to the outdoors.
Apr 30, 2025


Spring Razor Clam Digging on the Washington Coast: A Must-Try Outdoor Adventure
Razor clam digging is a fantastic way for families, friends, or solo adventurers to enjoy a day at the beach
Apr 28, 2025


Crushing April Smallmouth on the Columbia River
First cast? Bam! A 20-inch, 5-pound-plus smallmouth slammed it, bending my rod with a fierce fight.
Apr 23, 2025


Danner Trail 2650 review
I figured that if it's good enough for the Pacific Coast Trail, then it would definitely be durable enough for me.
Apr 1, 2025


Bigfoot Mountain Outfitters Mens Store now carrying Johnston & Murphy XC4 Golf attire in Ridgefield WA
Bigfoot Mountain Outfitters Now Carrying Johnston & Murphy XC4 Golf Attire
Mar 15, 2025


Panfish & Eggs for Breakfast!
Walleye and eggs is amazing too, but never overlook some good old perch and bluegill for an awesome morning meal!
Feb 24, 2025


Great start to 2025 Fishing!
I could not help noticing that a guy sitting in a chair about 50 yards down the bank was absolutely crushing the fish. I mean every cast he
Feb 19, 2025


Last day of the 24-25 Duck Season in Pictures
It was a great duck season for Mack. He totaled 52 retrives for the year. Although we strugggled on some days, we ended up way over our
Feb 8, 2025
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