Welcome to Fishing Guide
Salmon Fishing Bay Area Article
. For a permanent link to this article, or to bookmark it for further reading, click here.
You may also listen to this article by using the following controls.
The Love Of Salmon Fishing
from:Salmon fishing is, without a doubt, one of the most popular types of sports fishing worldwide. The variety of salmon, their excellent fight and extreme size make them an ideal sports fish in almost all northern waterways, both fresh and salt water. In addition they are idea for fishing from boats, off the shore, or even in net fishing. One of the other benefits to salmon fishing is the versatility of the meat from the salmon. It can be baked, canned, barbecued, planked and even fried, and is a staple in many diets and in national dishes of such diverse countries as Canada, Japan and the Scandinavian countries. French cuisine also features salmon in many different forms making this a truly international food.
Salmon fishing, unlike many other types of fishing, does not require a huge amount of expensive equipment. A sturdy rod and reel, a jig or hook system that can easily be purchased pre-made, some salmon lures and a bit of luck and good planning are all that is required to spend a day fishing off the coast for salmon. Salmon can be fished using the same techniques that are used for fresh water fish varieties such as bass and trout. It is not uncommon to use fly fishing techniques in the spring, worms and lures in the summer, and even spinning and netting in the fall or winter months. In all areas that salmon fishing has been a sport and traditional food gathering method, fishing and harvesting is controlled to prevent over-fishing and possible extinction of these remarkable species of fish. In some countries the salmon run or return to the spawning streams has become dramatically decreased and there is a worldwide effort to maintain the numbers and species population.
Fishermen and women may travel to different countries to experience the opportunities of salmon fishing in different waterways and with different types of tackle and bait. Some of the most common salmon fishing hot spots worldwide include:
• Alaska, United States
• British Columbia, Canada
• Washington State, United States
• Oregon, United States
• California, United States
• Scotland
• Estonia and Latvia
• Scandinavia
• Japan
Fishing for salmon is popular with all types of fishermen and women from the very young to the older, more experienced anglers. There are even salmon farms that have sprung up along the northern coastal areas that are farming or raising domestic salmon to meet the world’s growing need for fish and fish products. Salmon are a natural type of aquaculture species due to the fresh and salt-water varieties available. While salmon fishing is not part of salmon farming, the use of fish farms helps to preserve the wild, natural stocks that provide the fishing population for sports fishermen and anglers worldwide.
Salmon Fishing Bay Area News
Can Bristol Bay salmon survive big mine? EPA sets hearing - Seattle Post Intelligencer (blog)
 Seattle Post Intelligencer (blog) | Can Bristol Bay salmon survive big mine? EPA sets hearing Seattle Post Intelligencer (blog) The US Environmental Protection Agency holds a public hearing in Seattle next Thursday on whether the world's greatest salmon fishery — at Alaska's Bristol Bay — can coexist with a gargantuan proposed gold, copper and molybdenum mine. EPA report 'pure hubris', says Northern Dynasty CEO as shares capitulate Healthy fish crucial to Bristol Bay Alaska pro-development luncheon becomes rally against EPA |
Northern California fishing report - San Jose Mercury News
 Fredericksburg.com | Northern California fishing report San Jose Mercury News By Tim Goode The weekly fishing report will highlight the best Bay Area angling opportunities. For a more comprehensive report, go to http://www.norcalfishingnews.com for reports from more than 100 waters from 12 regions. ANDERSON: Bass bite is decent. A Guide To Fishing In The Area Southeast Michigan fishing report and weekly fishing tip, May 24, 2012 Bass fishing off the hook |
Bristol Bay mining would harm Alaska salmon habitat, EPA analysis says - Washington Post
 The Epoch Times | Bristol Bay mining would harm Alaska salmon habitat, EPA analysis says Washington Post The Nushagak and Kvichak watersheds produce nearly half the world's sockeye salmon. Tribal leaders, environmentalists and salmon-fishing operators have lobbied the EPA to invoke the Clean Water Act, which includes provisions protecting fishery areas, ... Sportsmen Support EPA's Endeavor to Protect Bristol Bay Fishery and Natural ... Major Mining Could Threaten Alaska Salmon, Says EPA EPA warns major mining would pose a threat to Alaska salmon |
Bandon Fishing Report - Coos Bay World
Bandon Fishing Report Coos Bay World The limit for trout is eight fish per day with an 8-inch minimum length and one fish can be over 20 inches. For more information on fishing Diamond Lake, you can contact the lodge at 1-800-733-7593. Local rivers and streams: Spring salmon fishing on ... |
Bay Area Fish Report: May 18 - Marin Independent-Journal
 Irish Times | Bay Area Fish Report: May 18 Marin Independent-Journal By Jamie Wells The weekly fishing report highlights the best Bay Area angling opportunities. For a more comprehensive report, go to http://www.norcalfishingnews.com for reports from more than 100 waters from 12 regions. For regular updates, join the ... The Fishing Report — May 18, 2012 Walleye, musky, pike seasons start in UP waters FISH REPORT: Weekly Report |