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by Thompson
Thu Apr 17, 2008 11:11 pm
Forum: Fishing Talk
Topic: Safe to eat fish caught near downtown Ottawa?
Replies: 17
Views: 3972

Thanks for the replies so far. How about the Rideau river near town (like Strathcona park, or further out towards Hogs Back, etc.? Any recommendations for good spots to fish from shore near downtown? I'm looking for places I can walk/cycle to. How is Victoria Island for fishing? BTW, I just found th...
by Thompson
Thu Apr 17, 2008 9:52 pm
Forum: Fishing Talk
Topic: Safe to eat fish caught near downtown Ottawa?
Replies: 17
Views: 3972

Safe to eat fish caught near downtown Ottawa?

Hi everyone, Just moved out here from BC this winter, and I'm thinking about trying some fishing this spring. I don't have a car out here yet though, and I'm wondering if it's safe to eat fish caught in the rivers, canal, Dow's Lake and other areas near downtown. My experience in BC is pretty much e...