Catching salmon in Michigan can be done from a boat on the Great Lakes or in a river when the fish are on their annual spawning migration. Specialized techniques have evolved to consistently catch salmon from the waters of the Great Lakes State. read more
Pacific salmon were introduced into the Great Lakes in 1967, and populations currently flourish in Lakes Superior, Michigan and Ontario. Through the year, there have been techniques developed to catch salmon in these giant freshwater seas. read more
Salmon fishing is one of the principal outdoor recreational activities throughout Alaska, and particularly in the southeastern region catering to angler travelers. The Alaska angler can expect to catch mighty chinook (king) salmon, as well as smaller species including pink, coho and sockeye. Seasons and regulations vary, but the basic techniques are similar.… read more
Lake of the Woods, Oregon, is a small lake near Klamath Falls near the Deschutes National Forest. Anglers have a range of species to go for at the lake, including perch, crappie, bluegill, bass, catfish and German brown trout. There are a number of ways to fish the lake, including guides, from resorts or self-guided. Make sure to have a valid Oregon fishing… read more
Alaska enjoys runs of pink salmon in its waters each year, keeping a commercial salmon fishing industry alive in the state. Sport fishing for pinks is permitted each year, depending on where, when and how you fish for them. Life span for pinks is two years, with the fish spawning in freshwater streams, heading to sea, and then returning to the freshwater str… read more
Whether you are on your way to a lake known to contain plentiful amounts of salmon or you are planning an Alaskan fishing trip that involves stream fishing and maybe even a hunt for salmon during their spawning runs, you know that find… read more
The Smith River in Northern California is renowned for trophy catches of Chinook salmon and steelhead trout. Experienced anglers on the Smith River check the water level reports on a daily basis as a part of their routine. Drift fishin… read more
Echo Bay, Canada, is situated at the north end of Gilford Island off Vancouver Island's northeast coast. Originally inhabited by Kwakwaka'wakw and Coast Salish Indians, the area is rich in native culture, with burial sites, pictographs… read more
Pulaski, New York, is located in upstate New York along the banks of the Salmon River. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy fly fishing in the Salmon River, jogging along Lake Ontario or beach camping at the Brennan Beach RV Resort. After your ou… read more
When Alaskans talk about an activity called combat fishing, they aren't joking. Rich salmon streams, particularly the Russian River in the Kenai region, attract anglers fishing shoulder to shoulder in near-mayhem. If you hop a floatpla… read more
Canada is home to a large variety of fishing lodges including luxury level accommodations that provide quality fishing along with amenities such as world class cuisine and spa services. Many luxury lodges provide an eco-friendly enviro… read more
Seattle is Washington's largest city and is home to many urban attractions and activities. Seattle is also a hub for many of the state's commercial fishermen. Sport fishermen can take advantage of the abundance of salmon in the icy, de… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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