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For the first time, freshwater fishing and hunting licences are available through a single online system — a long-requested change from B.C.’s angling community that brings everything together in one streamlined place.

Recreational fishing licence pre-sales for the 2026–27 season — which begins April 1, 2026 — are now available through the Wildlife Information and Lice...


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According to a recent BC government press release, deer harvested in a targeted hunt near Cranbrook tested negative for chronic wasting disease, offering cautious reassurance as provincial officials continue efforts to contain the fatal wildlife illness in southeastern BC.

From Jan. 5 to Jan. 31, 2026, a general open-season deer hunt was carried out in a defin...


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The 5th Annual BC Outdoors Show returns to Chilliwack Heritage Park, bringing together outdoor enthusiasts from across the province for a weekend dedicated to adventure, learning, and community. Brought to you by the teams at BC Outdoors, Sportsman Channel, BCOSF and Pacific Yachting, this growing event continues to establish itself as one of the Lower Mainla...


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British Columbia’s next cycle of hunting and trapping regulations is now set, with final rules scheduled to take effect in mid-2026. While the public consultation period has closed, the changes under review — and the parallel policy discussions affecting anglers — highlight how regulatory decisions made months or years in advance can shape opportunity on the ground.

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Lever-action rifles have been around for almost 180 years. They have stood the test of time and remain popular today. My first deer rifle, chambered in a 30-30 Winchester, was so actioned. While I found these lever rifles quick handling, their buckhorn sights didn’t offer me much in the way of accuracy. The new Rossi Model R95 Triple Black, with its optics rail and short barr...


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