A Fishing Trip With Grit N Glory

Jen grew up in Revelstoke and has been fishing since she can remember. Wanting to see change in the community, she became a Director of the Revelstoke Rod & Gun Club in 2021 where she focuses on youth engagement. Getting kids fishing is an integral part of keeping the sport alive and creating the next generation of ethical and accomplished anglers.

After taking her boys on a guided boat trip, Jennifer knew she had found something special. A spark she never knew existed. It felt like 'home' on the water. She knew she would own a boat one day so she could live this passion with her boys.

Today she owns her boat. Not only does she share her passion with her boys but she is a fast approaching contender in the fishing industry, catching big fish on bucktails she ties herself.

Putting out into the lake, Jen headed straight for some of her favourite spots. Once the lines were in, we learned how to read her fish spotter and got excited each time a large bull trout-shaped pattern showed up on the screen. Jen told us about her long history in Revelstoke and her dreams of spending summers on the ocean. Taking in the beautiful scenery and chatting away, we almost forgot we were fishing. Then the lines started buzzing.

Have you ever tried asking locals for their fishing spots? It doesn't work out too well. In addition to accessing a guides local knowledge, you'll be supporting a small business and ensuring that your catch limits and other regulations are met.

They'll also gut your catch and tell you their favourite ways to cook it. We took Jen's recommendation when we got home and oven-baked our bull trout with a dill butter sauce.

What a day!