Best Fishing Spots in Canada

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Hi my high-valued Canadian friends, first of all let me express that I deeply appreciate your kindness in all aspects of discussions and questions beyond all subreddits on that platform. I deeply support your procedures to strengthen your economy and country in general while I share your aversion towards that orange neighbor you got. Therefore I cancelled my (tbh long-time dream trip) to fish in Alaska during the June slam - period. Instead I am now planning to come over to your beautiful country once again, this time for flyfishing purposes. May I ask you for suggestions on where to get an even better experience than that I would have gotten in the other destination? Thanks a lot, your insight is again highly appreciated. Best regards from Germany!

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Necessary-Corner3171 · 6 months ago

Come to Labrador and go flyfishing for atlantic salmon. Or try for some of the largest speckled trout in the world. You won't be disappointed.

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Ba22ti · OP · 6 months ago

Sounds very interesting. Salmon would be THE target for me 😍

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Plenty-Custard-7608 · 6 months ago

The Bow River in Calgary is blue ribbon and world class. You won't find anything better. We use www. bowriverflyfishing.com for all our clients!

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wannabe_meat_sack · 6 months ago

British Columbia is a fly fisherman's dream.

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Mediocre-District796 · 6 months ago

Apparently the Grand River in southern Ontario is a hidden gem for fly fishing trout.

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HapticRecce · 6 months ago

Campbell River claims to be the salmon capital of the world. Can't confirm though 😆

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Ok-Buddy-8930 · 6 months ago

I've heard this as well, and there's loads of places up Haida Gwaii that are good for salmon fishing.

OP - geographically Alaska is an extension of BC and the Yukon. You'll find good fishing, and have a great time, don't worry.

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pistachio-pie · 6 months ago

BC is incredible for fishing but honestly some of my best times have been near or in the mountains in Alberta or even on the Bow River.

Northern Saskatchewan also an under rated gem

But if you want an even better version of your Alaska trip, BC would be the place to go.

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Apart-Echo3810 · 6 months ago

Bow river is deadly. Northern Saskatchewan is for pros though. I lived there for a number of years and you’d be hard pressed to find anyone willing to give up the good spots to anyone not from Saskatchewan. Of all the provinces I’ve lived in, they keep their “good game” areas close to their chest. Even the leisure areas, like good swimming holes and lakes for boating. I kinda like that though. It’s also very dangerous. I wouldn’t recommend an inexperienced person to go try and traipse around northern sask trying to find good fishing, you’ll never be heard from again!

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Ba22ti · OP · 6 months ago

I actually will have a better place under any circumstance as I will be coming to Canada 😅❤️

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Worried-Scientist-12 · 6 months ago

I'm not into fishing, but I do know that BC has a number of fly-in fishing lodges, with various levels of luxury (and expense!). Some are indigenous-owned, and are an important source of income for those communities. Somewhere on Haida Gwaii or around the Great Bear Rainforest would be a very special trip as these are places that even most Canadians will never get to see.

Also be aware that many tourist sites in Canada are American-owned, so you'll want to double-check on exactly where your money is going. Just Google something like, "BC fly-in fishing lodges" and you'll get many results. The Canadian dollar is quite low right now, so you may find that a Canadian destination is better value than Alaska. Good luck, and thank you for supporting our economy!

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WoodpeckerAlive2437 · 6 months ago

Campbell River

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Road trip suggestions

Posted by Livid-Challenge-1615 · in r/britishcolumbia · 1 year ago

Me and my dad are planning to go on a roadtrip within the province, what cool spots should we check out? Any cool fishing lakes or rivers would be super fun to catch some new fish or even some provincial park where we could see cool animals like moose. Whatever you guys got for cool places so we can plan our route. Thanks!

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archilian18 · 1 year ago

Long drive but liard hot springs are incredible

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Noneyabeeswaxxxx · 1 year ago

BC is huge, what region are you wanting to see? Barkerville is cool as hell then drive to Bella Coola and stay at the parks there! Remote so not as busy

edit: you can fish in bella coola and lots of wildlife there

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Southern Alberta Shore Fishing & Camping Tips?

Posted by WhosAdam- · in r/FishingAlberta · 3 months ago

Hey r/FishingAlberta!

I’m planning a 3–4 week road trip through southern Alberta this summer and could really use some local advice. My main goals are to camp in beautiful spots and do lots of fishing from shore.

About me:

I camp in a roof top tent on my truck, so I’m looking for places where I can fish within easy walking distance from where I set up for the night.
Back home in BC (Shuswap and Okanagan areas), I usually fish trout and kokanee from a boat, but for simplicity’s sake, I’m leaving the boat at home this time and focusing on shore fishing.
I’ll be traveling solo with a man’s best friend, so dog-friendly spots are a big plus!
I’m hoping to try for new species while I’m here, but I could really use some advice on the best local tackle and techniques.

I’d really appreciate:

Recommendations for good camping spots (rec sites, campgrounds, or hidden gems) with decent shore access in the southern half of Alberta
Tackle, bait, or technique tips for walleye, pike, perch, or any other common Alberta species — what works best from shore?
Suggestions for lakes or rivers that aren’t super busy, where I can relax and fish without huge crowds
Bonus: If anyone’s up for it, I’d love to meet up for a day of fishing along the way. I always fish legally and with respect for the local rules, the spots, and the fish too — it’s always fun to learn from locals and swap stories!

I’m super excited to explore what Alberta has to offer and would be really grateful for any advice, spots, or tips you’re willing to share.

And remember, The fishing was always good- its just the catching that might have been bad. ;)

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MechanicalResonance2 · 3 months ago

You said Southern Alberta. Ever been to the Crowsnest Pass? Shoot me a dm and I will give you more info. I will be down there the week of July 7 or the week after. Rainbows, Cutties, Bull, and Brown trout. 5 Rivers within a 30-45km radius. Lots of shore access, and plenty of campgrounds. I often camp on crown land, and a years pass is $30. Ive caught lots of fish down there, every time. Im usually spin casting cause its so quick to setup, and with this one lure, its been pure magic.

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McJesusOurSaviour · 3 months ago

Travers reservoir seems right up your alley. Little bow provincial park is a great spot. Has a beach. Boat ramp and docks. Lots of shore to fish off.

Lots of places around the lake to setup camp as well towards the dam.

Only really gonna catch pike and walleye tho. There is supposedly some yellow perch and lake whitefish but i've never caught one.

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billcody · 3 months ago

I live near there and fish it often year round. There are the occasional rainbow and brown trout, though not enough to spend time targeting them but several are caught every year. Also there are many large lake whitefish. They take specific tactics but can be caught from shore as well as boat. The area near the dam, where there is also a rec site with good shore access and, has excellent whitefish, burbot, and walleye fishing. Travers dam provincial rec site. During the week it’s usually quiet.

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WhosAdam- · OP · 3 months ago

Hey, thanks so much for the recommendation — Travers Reservoir and Little Bow Provincial Park sound exactly like what I’m looking for!

I’m more than happy to target pike and walleye — I haven’t done much of that back home, so it’ll be fun to try. Any tackle tips you’d suggest for that area?

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billcody · 3 months ago

Crankbaits and spoons in general for pike. Target the weed lines and drop offs. Same for walleye in general and they fish best at dusk. Most often we jig to walleye from a boat on their preferred structure but I have caught hundreds from shore. Red wire worm under a slip float for whitefish. There are many videos for more details and feel free to dm me. There is another small lake nearby locally known as Williams lake, but on maps it is little bow reservoir. Has good shore access and good pike and whitefish fishing. Less so for walleye in my experience.

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r/troutfishing • [4]

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Fishing spots Ontario?

Posted by Doobie4Scooby · in r/troutfishing · 4 years ago

Does anyone know of any spots where I can fish from shore/dock. Live in Toronto willing to travel for a good days fishing

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[deleted] · 4 years ago

Unfortunately people don’t like to share spots. I would say that your best bet would to download Fishbrain and look on there. Or just go on a map and find a body of water and then do research on it. Another option is to just go into a local bait shop and buy a couple of things and ask the people there. Hope this helps!

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Any suggestions on where to research good lake trout spots in Quebec?

Posted by MacruthersBonaparte · in r/IceFishing · 4 years ago

Friends and I want to get out and find a big lake trout this winter up in Canada. I don't want to blow up anyone's spot but would like some advice/tips. We will have maybe 3 days to try and get something bigger than we can find down in the northeast US.

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ijuanaspearfish · 4 years ago

I fish lakers in NY and VT.

I'd use the same type of strategy for up there. Same lures, depth, retrieve, etc...

As far as bodies of water. Id check local forums or call bait shops.

Also what size are you getting in the states? Ive caught some slobs out of champ and george

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MacruthersBonaparte · OP · 4 years ago

We very nearly went to champ last year but our weekend got very rained out and we bailed way up to Maine. We've only gotten maybe a 16 inch couple pounder. The only thing I'm not certain about on champlain is the number of people? We got directed to the same spot near port Henry but we're nervous it would be super busy. Is it worth it?

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ijuanaspearfish · 4 years ago

Yes, ive done well at champ with lakers over 30 inches, they have some slobs in there. Just need to worry about it freezing up. The lampreys suck too.

Lots of people run out of henry, I try to head as north as I can to avoid crowds.

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Taekquake69 · 4 years ago

Hear there’s good fishin in Kee-bec

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KeldomMarkov · 4 years ago

Theres many places you can pay to have trout.just need to know where you want to go.

Native trout are another thing.

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snokyguy · 4 years ago

If you wanna go to nw ontario to lac seul/ minnetaki area I can hook you up with a guy.

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MacruthersBonaparte · OP · 4 years ago

That sounds amazing. I'll see if I can convince folks to want to fly instead! We are hoping to drive up id possible but thats the dream to get way up there.

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snokyguy · 4 years ago

Winoga lodge Sioux lookout, ON; ask for troy. Tell him a ‘Jason’s twin he hasn’t met yet’ sent you. He guides my family on the ice up there for trophy burp sharks. I’ve yet to do it due to having a young family but I’m hoping too this winter!

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r/kitchener • [6]

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Looking for good fishing spots

Posted by [deleted] · in r/kitchener · 4 years ago

Hi there, I am new to the area and wondering if I could get some suggestions on where to fish. I can do shore fishing, but I also have a fishing kayak and would greatly appreciate any input!

Also note: I am willing to drive if there are good spots further away.

Thanks :D

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GinnyJr · 4 years ago

Conestogo river has plenty of variety

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crazyolaf · 4 years ago

Guelph lake conservation area is good for fishing and kayaking.

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Cbassin · 4 years ago

Anywhere on the grand is good especially with the kayak. Just look for deeper water / cover / bass sitting under fresh water off rapids / drop offs/ the usual.

Always luck out by Kwanis park / down by rivers edge golf course / pioneer tower ect ....

Best fishing in region for this time of year Bottom of Conestoga lake dam

Walleye They bite best in early morning or late night and turns to fire after dark. Had nights down there catching over 20 wallies Got an 8lb er one Sunday morning years ago.

Good luck friend

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[deleted] · 4 years ago

Niceeeeee, this is awesome to hear!

Thank you kindly, I'll check em out this week

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dansherman49 · 4 years ago

Candle’s Catch!

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incredibrall · 4 years ago

Here's a great post from a few years ago.https://www.reddit.com/r/waterloo/comments/4dl2nw/local_fishing/?utm_medium=android_app&utm_source=share

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[deleted] · 4 years ago

Thank you for this! Some good recommendations there too

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r/saltwaterfishing • [7]

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Best Shore Fishing Countries?

Posted by Sorry-Amount4256 · in r/saltwaterfishing · 6 months ago

Hey guys, I am looking for recommendations for a country to vacation to for ~2 weeks with family. I’m a freshwater fisherman from Canada and I’ve really wanted to be able to catch some fish bigger than your usual 3 pound bass lol. These are the aspects I am looking to fulfill or pinpoint i’m regards to finding a country that would be the best option for fishing

I will be likely shore fishing for the most part because I find most charters unreliable in the past, so somewhere where you can get some decent fish (mackerel, barracuda, mahi, and whatever else would put up a fight) Id be willing to fish in a kayak too if available but i’m not relying on this being an option
Distance from Canada is not an issue for me
Gear is likely not too much of an issue (to a certain extent)
Id be using spinning tackle so probably best if spots are tailored towards spin fishing (not sure if that’s relevant for ocean fishing, sorry)
Spots I have been to are: Costa rica, St lucia, Dominican, Florida and the Mediterranean. I don’t think my family would be willing to go to Mexico either, so that is likely off the table.

If anyone can provide some recommendations on where they have been and their experiences and what they did I’d really appreciate it because this is like the biggest opportunity i’ve ever had in my life lol. I was looking at the Samoan Islands or Australia or something along those lines but I don’t feel confident in forming an opinion based on internet searches or videos. Thank you!!!

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Jefffahfffah · 6 months ago

Would probably vote for Australia or wherever else you can find big GTs

Florida is cool but it's pretty highly pressured in most areas

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Aggravating-Pay5873 · 6 months ago

Australia. Around Great Barrier Reef mostly, so north QLD.. wont find better GT fishing anywhere else in Australia. Find a good charter, you pretty much have to go offshore, or at least be taken out to a remote island. But you don’t have to chase the GTs, fishing out on the Reef is amazing for many species.

Bigger GTs are in the Middle East, Brooksy (Youtube) has a few films from Oman.

Briggsy Sport Fishing on YouTube does a lot of land based fishing in Queensland.

Will and Mary Outdoors use a boat to get far out there.

There are plenty of them on YT fishing QLD rivers (Pelagic Pursuit, FishinJosh) for big barra, mangrove jacks etc. The guys from Irukandji Tackle specialise in tackle for barra and it would be worth talking to them about charters, if that’s something you’d like to explore. Barramundi fishing seems epic, I’ve not done it, but it is definitely on my bucket list.

Snapper and Kingfish fishing is good in the southern parts of Australia (many people chase them in Sydney and the surrounding areas) and New Zealand.

I think if you’re making a big trip like that, you absolutely should look for a good charter. I fish on the south coast of Australia every other weekend if Im lucky, there’s plenty of fish in the ocean, but the conditions can be very challenging. I dont mind getting skunked because I know I’ll be back soon enough. If I were making a once-in-a-lifetime trip, I would think differently though. No kayaking and land-based guessing games.. Let someone who knows the area take you where the fish are. Ideally they need to have plan A, B and C, in case things don’t go ideally on the day. Work that out in a long conversation with the charter, make sure you’re confident in what you’re hearing.

Good luck!!!

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Less-Appointment2110 · 6 months ago

Australia has some terrific shore fishing!

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Sorry-Amount4256 · OP · 6 months ago

yeah i was looking into it, only thing that deterred me were the stone fish which i’m not sure if they are really a threat or not. It’s also a pretty big country so not sure where to go/any good spots.

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twopairwinsalot · 6 months ago

Florida. Every body of water has fish in it. It's a blast you can fish right next to gators , don't worry they are just big green dogs, as long as you are a adult don't let kids or dogs around them. I like to fish around homestead and Florida city, but it's a little rough, you have to watch were you stay. But out fishing there is no issue with locals. If you want to go ill give you a fun route

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Canadian fishing is unmatched

Posted by drbxtches · in r/Fishing · 2 months ago

Had to wake up at 5 am and hike 25 minutes through rattlesnake and bear territory to get to it but it was more than worth it. Near the Pickerel River.

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dougieg987 · 2 months ago

I’m going up to maniwaki in a few weeks and can’t wait to do some real fishing.

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anacondatmz · 2 months ago

I go up there fairly often for bass fishing ohhh man it’s good. Lotsa smallies.

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dougieg987 · 2 months ago

It’s probably been about 17 years since I’ve been up there but my family has a cottage on a lake and the bass fishing was solid. mainly largemouth but the occasional smally. Gotta love the pike fight also!

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drbxtches · OP · 2 months ago

Oh nice , good luck to you. A sturgeon whale jumped out of the water in front of the lodge I was staying at , unbelievable

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dougieg987 · 2 months ago

Thanks man, I’m yet to bring in a sturgeon , but the Gatineau river is a direct outlet so you never know. It certainly beats the fishing in the Phoenix area regardless!

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qalcolm · 2 months ago

There’s some pretty amazing fishing up here that’s for sure, in my area of BC you can target anything from trout and salmon to halibut and tuna, pretty hard to beat.

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iamthekingofonions · 2 months ago

What tuna do y’all get in BC? I haven’t heard much about PNW tuna other than albacore in Oregon. I’m in SoCal and we have lots of bluefin

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qalcolm · 2 months ago

Lots of albacore off the west coast of northern Vancouver island where I’m at. Recently bluefin were added to our regulations as well as apparently small numbers have been caught up here though they’re quite uncommon.

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vARROWHEAD · 2 months ago

Great fishing in Qeebeck too

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Opposite_Hunt_7203 · 2 months ago

Is here a walleye in there? I see a pike and bass

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typicalledditor · 2 months ago

TIL there's rattlesnakes in canada

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drbxtches · OP · 2 months ago

The eastern massasauga is deadly. I stepped next to one on a hike , i heard it rattle and then saw it coiled up in a bush, I didn’t stay to watch long. That was an intense encounter.

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r/saskatchewan • [9]

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Best Fishing Spot Near Saskatoon – Borden Bridge 🎣

Posted by Traveller_muzamil · in r/saskatchewan · 1 month ago

Best Fishing Spot Near Saskatoon 🎣

If you’re a fishing lover, you’ve got to check out Borden Bridge. It’s one of the best spots around — peaceful, scenic, and perfect for a relaxing day by the water.

Pro tip: Visit between 6 AM to 8 AM and you’ll have a great chance of catching plenty of fish 🐟🐟🐟

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FivePlyPaper · 1 month ago

Can you eat river fish? Anyone here ever do it?

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ExportTHCs · 1 month ago

I wouldn't, not the North or South Saskatchewan River

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Coho_killerv0t · 1 month ago

Why?

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esox_angler · 1 month ago

Completely fine to eat fish out of the river. If you look on habisask and compare mercury levels of fish from the NSR/SSR and lakes like candle, the rivers mercury levels are lower.

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Leahdrin · 1 month ago

Might want to invest in some shoes just for fishing lol.

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falsekoala · 1 month ago

What, you don’t have a pair of Fishing Jordan 1s?

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CFL_lightbulb · 1 month ago

He did, those are his fishin’ shoes

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thegoodrichard · 1 month ago

When I was a kid and we were going to Saskatoon for something (sometimes it was Pioneera!), this is where we always stopped for a picnic lunch.

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easy12356 · 1 month ago

He looks like a real fisherman

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heneryDoDS2 · 1 month ago

Does anyone else get AI vibes in these posts? Like, the picture is real, but your text and post history makes me think this is a bot account. Just further contributing to the dead internet.

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bluewing_olive · 1 month ago

Not AI, Gen Z just lacks personality at risk of coming off ‘cringe’

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heneryDoDS2 · 1 month ago

Ehhhh. The em dash, the emojis to finish the sentences, and the tone / ordering of the sentences absolutely sreams AI to me. Doesn't mean the GenZ fella didn't promt and input it rather than a bot auto posting, but it still feels sooo AI to me.

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r/Hamilton • [10]

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Any suggestions for fishing in the region that isn't directly Lake Ontario?

Posted by bananicoot · in r/Hamilton · 3 years ago

Just renewed my license and I've been dying to get out there for over a year now. I used to fish up in the Kawarthas or but I'm unable to travel that far for the time being.

I'm looking for suggestions on places I can go that are relatively quiet, low traffic and accessible by land, so fishing off the bank. I don't have a boat nor the desire to rent one at this time. (A girl can dream though).

I could likely make my way down to Erie soon, but I've had nothing but rotten (sometimes literally) luck with Lake Ontario. Please tell me about your hidden gem fishing spots in and around the region, I'd love to check them out!

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FedorTokarev · 3 years ago

The Grand River has lots of good spots

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covert81 · 3 years ago

Anywhere on the Grand River. York, Dunnville, other places in between are always popular

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Mental_Band · 3 years ago

Second the Grand. Varying fishery depending on how far upriver you go.

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Kay_Kay_Bee · 3 years ago

Hi OP! I see people fishing here alllllllll the time. Shallow enough to not need a boat - just wear waders!

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bananicoot · OP · 3 years ago

That looks like an awesome spot! Thank you!!

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FedorTokarev · 3 years ago

Jist remeber it's illegal to fish 23m below a dam

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Mental_Band · 3 years ago

They are steelhead fishing ahead of the dam.

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[deleted] · 3 years ago

Christie lake conservation area.

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Responsible_Lie5605 · 3 years ago

There is Lake Niapenco, at the binbrook conservation. If you access the trail off of Trinity road, lots of shore fishing.

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