Kokanee: Salmon of the Future Fishing Course with Ben Fougere (Zoom)

Want to catch more Kokanee and spend less time searching for fish? Join Ben Fougere for a zoom course designed to help anglers understand, locate, and consistently catch Kokanee throughout the season.

This course covers the fundamentals of Kokanee behaviour, finding fish, using electronics, and effective trolling, jigging, and fly fishing techniques. Ben will also explain how to adapt to changing conditions, dial in your presentation, and apply these systems to Kokanee lakes across British Columbia.

Topics Include:

• Understanding Kokanee behaviour and seasonal movements
• Finding fish consistently on new lakes
• Using sonar and electronics effectively
• Gear, fly and tackle selection
• Trolling systems, rigging, and depth control
• Jigging techniques and presentations
• Fly fishing strategies for Kokanee
• Landing, handling, and retaining fish
• Regulations, etiquette, and fishery stewardship
• Live Q&A

Who Should Attend?

• New Kokanee anglers
• Trout anglers looking to expand their skills to Kokanee
• Anyone looking to improve their Kokanee success

Live Webinar Format

• Live online presentation
• Interactive Q&A session
• Suitable for all skill levels

About Ben Fougere

Ben Fougere is a passionate BC angler, guide, writer, and educator with over a decade of experience targeting kokanee throughout British Columbia. He is the founder of the popular Kokanee Fishing BC community, which has helped thousands of anglers learn the techniques and strategies needed to consistently catch Kokanee.

Ben also operates Fougere Fishing, guiding anglers on some of the best freshwater lakes in the Cariboo region. He shares his knowledge through his YouTube channel, fishing articles, seminars, and speaking engagements, including appearances at the BC Outdoors Show. Ben has been an active contributor to BC Outdoors Magazine for the past 6 years. His practical, easy-to-understand approach has made him a trusted source of information for anglers looking to improve their success on the water.

Students will receive a PDF copy of the presentation slides after the sessions. Please note that a video replay will be available for 1 week after the presentation and then it will be taken down.

Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Time: 7pm-8:30pm
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
Cost: $100 + GST

How to Join

A Zoom link will be sent to registered participants before the event.

This presentation will be hosted on Zoom.

You’ll need:
• A computer, tablet, or smartphone
• A stable internet connection
• The Zoom app installed (recommended) or access through your web browser