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


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.


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.


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


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.


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


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.


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


The Mighty Chum Salmon
It only happens once a year, the mighty chum run in the Pacific Northwest. Chum are the most underated of all the salmon.


October Smallmouth Topwater Bite On The Columbia River
Although I mentioned that October 1st would be my final Smallmouth Bass (SMB) excursion of the year, the weather was ideal today and I...


Another BMO extraordinary fishing experience
If proven real, this discovery would undoubtedly rank among my most extraordinary fishing experiences.


Late September Bass Fishing on the Columbia River
September Smallmouth Fishing on the Columbia River. While most anglers are out chasing king and coho salmon in September, I am still...


September Fishing On The Oregon Coast
September is a perfect time for fishing on the Oregon Coast.


The BMO Ultimate spring "TO DO" list in the PNW! - Update
The ultimate Spring "TODO" list in the Pacific Northwest.


Living in the "Now"
I felt so alive and I had no worries about anything other than my battle with this fish.


BMO TOP 10 FISH OF 2023
BMO top 10 fishing experience of 2023


Bucket List Alert! BMO goes Squid jigging in Puget Sound!
The kayak fishing community in seattle is great - and helped make this an amazing experience.


First winter steelhead of 2023
Mark it on the calendar, Jan 26th - the date I caught my first Winter Steelhead of 2023. I was fishing with Mike Codino of Tim Bailey...


My DIY Kayak Storage Rack
How I built my Kayak Storage Rack that holds 3 kayaks.


BMO Top 10 fish of 2022
The 10 top fish caught by BMO in 2022.


My first 20 Pound Steelhead!
My first 20# steelhead on Idaho's Clearwater River


The New VMC Open Eye Swivel is a Game Changer!
The new open eye swivel from VMC is a game changer for rigging lures.


2022 Fall Fishing Adventure #1. Smallmouth Bass On The Columbia River
Fall Fishing for Smallmouth on the Columbia River


Astoria in August
Astoria is one of the most popular salmon destinations in all of the Pacific Northwest.
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