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Fishing Video Library
Expert tips, how-to guides and on-the-water action from across Ontario — new videos added regularly.
Curated YouTube videos from trusted anglers, guides and conservation organizations. Every video links back to the original creator — please subscribe and support their channels.
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Fish'n Canada — Ontario Fishing Adventures
Fish'n Canada · 22 min
Hooked Ontario recommendation
Ang and Pete travel Ontario's most storied lakes and rivers. A perfect first taste of how iconic Ontario fishing really is — and why it draws anglers from around the world.
🎣 Category
Beginner Fishing
First rods, first casts, first fish.
Beginner
5 Mistakes Every Beginner Angler Makes
Fish'n Canada · Jun 2023
Why we recommend it
The small habits that hold new anglers back — from over-gearing to fishing the wrong depth. Short, honest, and useful the next time you're on the water.
Topics covered
- Common mistakes
- Rig selection
- Reading structure
Best for: New anglers who've fished a handful of times.
Beginner
How to Fish — A Complete Guide for Beginners
Tactical Bassin' · Apr 2023
Why we recommend it
A calm, well-paced walkthrough of the essentials: rod choice, line, basic knots, and where to actually cast when you arrive at the water.
Topics covered
- Gear basics
- Reading the water
- First-day setup
- Line management
Best for: Anyone picking up a rod for the first time.
🪝 Category
Fishing Knots
Reliable knots every angler should know.
Beginner
The 4 Fishing Knots You Actually Need
Salt Strong · Feb 2023
Why we recommend it
An excellent beginner-friendly tutorial that explains each step clearly without rushing. Perfect for anglers looking to improve their knot tying before heading onto the water.
Topics covered
- Improved Clinch Knot
- Palomar Knot
- Loop Knot
- Common mistakes
Best for: Anglers who want a small, reliable knot toolkit.
Advanced
The Strongest Fishing Knot Ever (FG Knot)
Salt Strong · Nov 2022
Why we recommend it
A close-up tie of the FG knot — a slim, high-strength braid-to-leader connection that runs cleanly through rod guides.
Topics covered
- FG knot
- Braid to fluorocarbon
- Line pairing
Best for: Anglers running braid mainline with a leader.
🪰 Category
Fly Fishing
Casting, presentation, and Ontario fly water.
Beginner
Fly Casting Basics — Loop Control That Actually Sticks
Orvis · May 2023
Why we recommend it
Orvis strips fly casting down to the two or three ideas that matter. Watch this once, then take a rod outside and try it.
Topics covered
- Grip and stance
- Loop shape
- Timing the stop
Best for: Beginners who've picked up a fly rod but never had a lesson.
Intermediate
Ontario Brook Trout on the Fly
The New Fly Fisher · Jul 2022
Why we recommend it
A relaxed on-the-water episode chasing native brookies through cold Ontario headwaters. Great for pattern selection and reading small streams.
Topics covered
- Brook trout
- Small streams
- Dry-fly presentation
Best for: Fly anglers curious about Ontario's native trout water.
🐟 Category
Species Guides
Understand how each species eats, moves, and reacts.
Intermediate
How to Catch Smallmouth Bass in Ontario
Jamie Pistilli · Jun 2023
Why we recommend it
Jamie shows the presentations he leans on for Ontario smallmouth — from tubes on rock to drop-shot on suspended fish.
Topics covered
- Tubes
- Drop shot
- Rock structure
- Post-spawn
Best for: Bass anglers chasing bronzebacks on the Shield or St. Lawrence.
Intermediate
Everything You Need to Know About Walleye Fishing
Ali Blair Fishing · May 2023
Why we recommend it
Ali Blair breaks walleye behaviour down season-by-season using her own Ontario experience — jigging, trolling, and when to switch.
Topics covered
- Walleye seasons
- Jigging
- Trolling cranks
- Wind and light
Best for: Anglers dialing in a walleye program on Ontario lakes.
📍 Category
Ontario Fishing Destinations
Lakes, rivers, and regions worth the trip.
Beginner
Fishing Lake of the Woods — Sunset Country
Fish'n Canada · Aug 2023
Why we recommend it
A tour of one of Canada's most legendary multi-species fisheries. Great scene-setter before planning a northwest trip.
Topics covered
- Lake of the Woods
- Multi-species
- Trip planning
Best for: Anglers planning a Northwest Ontario destination trip.
Intermediate
French River Smallmouth Adventure
Uncut Angling · Aug 2022
Why we recommend it
Aaron Wiebe fishes the French — cinematic drone work, honest tactics, and a good look at classic Georgian Bay smallmouth country.
Topics covered
- French River
- Georgian Bay
- Smallmouth
- Topwater
Best for: Anglers researching Georgian Bay / French River destinations.
🧰 Category
Gear Reviews
Honest looks at rods, reels, electronics, and tackle.
Beginner
Best Spinning Reels for Ontario Fishing
Tackle Test · Jan 2024
Why we recommend it
A structured head-to-head of spinning reels across price bands, with plain-language notes on what actually matters day to day.
Topics covered
- Spinning reels
- Drag systems
- Value picks
Best for: Anglers upgrading from an entry-level combo.
Intermediate
Fish Finder Setup Guide — Beginner to Advanced
Wired2Fish · Mar 2023
Why we recommend it
Everything from mounting a first unit to tuning sensitivity and colour palettes — no jargon required.
Topics covered
- Sonar
- GPS
- Mapping
- Settings
Best for: Anyone installing or re-learning a fish finder.
🎯 Category
Casting Techniques
Distance, accuracy, and control from shore or boat.
Beginner
How to Cast Farther and More Accurately
Salt Strong · Apr 2023
Why we recommend it
Simple fixes for stance, thumb pressure, and rod loading that instantly add distance without buying new gear.
Topics covered
- Spinning cast
- Rod loading
- Line management
Best for: Shore anglers who feel out-cast next to their buddies.
Intermediate
Baitcaster for Beginners — No More Backlashes
Tactical Bassin' · Sep 2022
Why we recommend it
The friction-brake and spool-tension explanation everyone wishes they'd had before their first outing with a baitcaster.
Topics covered
- Baitcaster setup
- Brakes
- Backlash fix
Best for: Anglers moving up from spinning to baitcasting gear.
🌡 Category
Seasonal Fishing Tips
What's working right now — season by season.
Intermediate
Spring Fishing — Where the Fish Really Are
Fish'n Canada · Apr 2024
Why we recommend it
How warming water, spawn timing, and inflow currents dictate where fish stack up in April and May across Ontario.
Topics covered
- Spring patterns
- Water temperature
- Pre-spawn
Best for: Anglers planning early-season trips.
Intermediate
Summer Fishing Tactics That Work in Heat
Ali Blair Fishing · Jul 2023
Why we recommend it
Deep-water strategies, early/late windows, and lure choices for the toughest weeks of summer.
Topics covered
- Deep structure
- Thermocline
- Low-light windows
Best for: Anglers frustrated by mid-summer slowdowns.
🧊 Category
Ice Fishing
Hardwater tactics, safety, and gear for Ontario winters.
Intermediate
Lake Simcoe Perch on the Ice
Fish'n Canada · Jan 2024
Why we recommend it
Ontario ice-fishing legends chasing Simcoe perch — sonar work, bait choice, and how to relocate when a hole dies.
Topics covered
- Lake Simcoe
- Perch
- Sonar
- Mobile ice
Best for: Anglers who want more consistent hardwater days.
Beginner
Ice Fishing for Beginners — Everything You Need to Start
In-Depth Outdoors · Dec 2023
Why we recommend it
From auger and heater choices to bait and rod setups — a friendly overview of what to buy first for Ontario ice.
Topics covered
- Starter gear
- Ice safety
- Species targets
Best for: Anyone trying ice fishing for the first time this winter.
🌿 Category
Conservation & Stewardship
Protecting Ontario's fisheries for the next generation.
Beginner
Catch and Release — Doing It Right
Keepemwet Fishing · Jun 2023
Why we recommend it
Simple, science-backed handling practices that dramatically improve released-fish survival — especially in warm water.
Topics covered
- Fish handling
- Warm-water release
- Photo etiquette
Best for: Every angler. Watch it once a season.
Beginner
Invasive Species — What Every Ontario Angler Should Know
OFAH — Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters · May 2023
Why we recommend it
Why cleaning, draining, and drying your boat between waters matters — and how anglers help protect Ontario fisheries.
Topics covered
- Invasive species
- Clean-Drain-Dry
- Bait rules
Best for: Anglers who travel between Ontario waters.
📜 Category
Fishing Regulations
Rules, licences, and staying on the right side of the law.
Intermediate
Understanding Ontario's Fisheries Management Zones (FMZs)
Hooked Ontario · Mar 2024
Why we recommend it
A plain-English tour of Ontario's 20 zones — how to find your zone, read the summary, and check season dates before you fish.
Topics covered
- FMZs
- Season dates
- Slot sizes
- Regs summary
Best for: Anglers travelling between zones during a season.
Beginner
Ontario Fishing Licence — Everything You Need to Know
OFAH — Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters · Feb 2024
Why we recommend it
A clear walkthrough of Outdoors Card, Sport vs Conservation licences, and where to buy — straight from OFAH.
Topics covered
- Outdoors Card
- Licence types
- Where to buy
Best for: New Ontario anglers and returning residents.
Fresh Picks
Recently Added
Beginner
How to Fish — A Complete Guide for Beginners
Tactical Bassin' · Apr 2023
Why we recommend it
A calm, well-paced walkthrough of the essentials: rod choice, line, basic knots, and where to actually cast when you arrive at the water.
Topics covered
- Gear basics
- Reading the water
- First-day setup
- Line management
Best for: Anyone picking up a rod for the first time.
Beginner
Fly Casting Basics — Loop Control That Actually Sticks
Orvis · May 2023
Why we recommend it
Orvis strips fly casting down to the two or three ideas that matter. Watch this once, then take a rod outside and try it.
Topics covered
- Grip and stance
- Loop shape
- Timing the stop
Best for: Beginners who've picked up a fly rod but never had a lesson.
Beginner
Best Spinning Reels for Ontario Fishing
Tackle Test · Jan 2024
Why we recommend it
A structured head-to-head of spinning reels across price bands, with plain-language notes on what actually matters day to day.
Topics covered
- Spinning reels
- Drag systems
- Value picks
Best for: Anglers upgrading from an entry-level combo.
Intermediate
Spring Fishing — Where the Fish Really Are
Fish'n Canada · Apr 2024
Why we recommend it
How warming water, spawn timing, and inflow currents dictate where fish stack up in April and May across Ontario.
Topics covered
- Spring patterns
- Water temperature
- Pre-spawn
Best for: Anglers planning early-season trips.
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Beginner
Fish'n Canada — Ontario Fishing Adventures
Fish'n Canada · May 2024
Why we recommend it
Ang and Pete travel Ontario's most storied lakes and rivers. A perfect first taste of how iconic Ontario fishing really is — and why it draws anglers from around the world.
Topics covered
- Ontario waters
- Multi-species tactics
- On-the-water storytelling
Best for: Anglers new to Ontario or planning a first trip north.
Beginner
The 4 Fishing Knots You Actually Need
Salt Strong · Feb 2023
Why we recommend it
An excellent beginner-friendly tutorial that explains each step clearly without rushing. Perfect for anglers looking to improve their knot tying before heading onto the water.
Topics covered
- Improved Clinch Knot
- Palomar Knot
- Loop Knot
- Common mistakes
Best for: Anglers who want a small, reliable knot toolkit.
Intermediate
Everything You Need to Know About Walleye Fishing
Ali Blair Fishing · May 2023
Why we recommend it
Ali Blair breaks walleye behaviour down season-by-season using her own Ontario experience — jigging, trolling, and when to switch.
Topics covered
- Walleye seasons
- Jigging
- Trolling cranks
- Wind and light
Best for: Anglers dialing in a walleye program on Ontario lakes.
Beginner
Ice Fishing for Beginners — Everything You Need to Start
In-Depth Outdoors · Dec 2023
Why we recommend it
From auger and heater choices to bait and rod setups — a friendly overview of what to buy first for Ontario ice.
Topics covered
- Starter gear
- Ice safety
- Species targets
Best for: Anyone trying ice fishing for the first time this winter.
Beginner
Catch and Release — Doing It Right
Keepemwet Fishing · Jun 2023
Why we recommend it
Simple, science-backed handling practices that dramatically improve released-fish survival — especially in warm water.
Topics covered
- Fish handling
- Warm-water release
- Photo etiquette
Best for: Every angler. Watch it once a season.
Conservation Spotlight
Protect Ontario's Waters
Every angler plays a role in keeping Ontario's lakes and rivers healthy. Practice careful catch-and-release, clean-drain-dry between waters, respect slot limits, and pack out what you pack in — small habits that keep our fisheries thriving for the next generation.
Beginner
Catch and Release — Doing It Right
Keepemwet Fishing · Jun 2023
Why we recommend it
Simple, science-backed handling practices that dramatically improve released-fish survival — especially in warm water.
Topics covered
- Fish handling
- Warm-water release
- Photo etiquette
Best for: Every angler. Watch it once a season.
Beginner
Invasive Species — What Every Ontario Angler Should Know
OFAH — Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters · May 2023
Why we recommend it
Why cleaning, draining, and drying your boat between waters matters — and how anglers help protect Ontario fisheries.
Topics covered
- Invasive species
- Clean-Drain-Dry
- Bait rules
Best for: Anglers who travel between Ontario waters.
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