Salmon fishing seminar coming up this Saturday in Tacoma

Come learn a vast array of salmon fishing tips at an event presented by the Tacoma Metro Parks Department and the Salt Patrol. Join Capt. John Keizer and instructors from Gig Harbor Puget Sound Anglers who are hosting a Salmon Fishing in Puget Sound seminar 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 28 at the Tacoma Outboard Association Clubhouse. Learn when and how to locate king salmon in the South Sound, and top ...

Tips for Catching Trout in Summer

Are you planning on doing some trout fishing this summer? I know that it's one of the things on my agenda. Granted, the trout's cold water nature may make it a bit more challenging to find in the summer but for me that only adds to the appeal. The other thing that drives me to go trout fishing in the summer is the chance to take the fish home and cook it onto the grill with a little olive oil ...

Safety reminders as salmon season opens

The sport ocean salmon season started Tuesday for Crescent City, although a small craft advisory for the ocean from Crescent City to Cape Mendocino was issued Monday by the National Weather Service, creating a theme on local fishing forums: “we might as well wait.” Here are three safety tips to remember, issued by the Boat Owners Association of the United States:

Going Out, Staying In Tips

Want to get out and make a night of it? Or just stay home and chill out? Whatever your plans, here are a few tips from The Chronicle's Datebook staff on what to do with your evening, from a great new movie to see to an...

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