Welcome!

If you've never posted - post here! Introduce yourself. A place for new members to get to know the community, and ask questions about the forum

General Fishing Discussion

1. Ontario Fishing News, Current Events and Publications,
2. Forum Questions, Suggestions and Feedback

Discuss any fishing related topics here.

Fishing Gear Talk and DIY Corner

Everything about fishing rods, fishing reels, tackle and bait. Should I buy a spinning reel or a baitcaster? Braid or mono-filament? Discuss it here. Additionally, DIY chat for the do-it-yourself minded angler including bait catching, lure-making, rod-making and more!

The Lodge

1. User Events and OFF Meetups

A place to hang out and discuss all things. Share your favourite recipes, funny youtube videos, etc... anything goes! Drinks are on the house!

Buy/Sell/Trade

Have some fishing gear to sell? Perhaps a rod, reel, fish finder, ATV, Boat etc..? Post it here.

Commercial Vendors & Sponsors

1. Fishheads Canada

This area is for registered vendor announcements, promotions, special deals, sales, events or whatever else they might want to share with OFF!

GTA Urban Shore Fishing

1. The Urban Pond Project: Maps,
2. Toronto Harbourfront and Islands

There are hundreds, probably thousands of good shore fishing spots in Ontario with public access. Whether they be canals, streams, rivers, great lakes, inland lakes, channels, etc... as long as there is water publicly accessible from shore, it makes for a fishing opportunity without the need for a boat!

Ontario Fishing Reports

A place to discuss fishing opportunities outside of GTA area.

Steelhead and Salmon Fishing

1. Open Season Maps,
2. Salmonid Insanity

Ice Fishing

Latest Ontario ice conditions and Ontario ice fishing reports.

Salmonid Conservation

Discuss conservation issues of salmonid fish and its habitat.

Float Fishing

Discuss float fishing related topics such as float fishing gear, techniques, etc...

Fly Fishing

This is the section for fly fishing enthusiast to discuss everything fly fishing.

Fly Tying

Fly tying patterns, materials and hooks. And most importantly, show off your flies here!